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The executive order details a multi-part process designed to limit institutional home purchases, though stops short of immediately implementing new rules or regulations that would tie the hands of companies with significant housing portfolios.
Established in 1997, Trai operated from rented offices until May 2024. In 2020, the government approved its move to the NBCC-developed World Trade Centre in New Delhis Nauroji Nagar, where the regulator now occupies floors four to seven of Tower F.
Many people diagnosed with a health condition worry about being denied insurance. They shouldn't. Insurers are now good at understanding and covering people with adverse health.
Nearly six in 10 new airports handle fewer than five flights daily, exposing the gap between infrastructural ambition and actual demand, and raising questions about policy planning.
This comes at a time when government policies like higher foreign direct investment limits, rising defence capital outlays, and a stronger push for indigenization under Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat have helped improve visibility for investors.
E-commerce platforms are being fined for selling unauthorized walkie-talkies that violate telecom rules and pose risks to public safety and national security.
By backing new-age consumer brands, large FMCG companies are hoping to be in tune with evolving consumer trends. The ultimate goal is to capture premium and niche markets and mitigate slowing growth in their core portfolio. But will the strategy pay off?
Exemption under section 54F is available only if the sale proceeds from the sale of the long-term capital asset are reinvested in a residential property.
This critical factor often overlooked by investors can dramatically alter long-term wealth, even with consistent average returns.
Chhattisgarh is aiming establish itself as a leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology hub in India, with strong incentives, dedicated infrastructure, officials said.
Margin pressure from falling loan yields is pushing the state-owned lender to consider deeper deposit repricing after a series of policy rate cuts.
The government is drawing up a plan to equip 72 million MSMEs with digital factory toolssuch as machine monitoring and energy management systemsto help them meet export-market requirements, traceability and energy-efficiency standards.
Given the unpredictable nature of IPO listings, financial advisers say individual investors are best off holding stocks via mutual funds or via the secondary market for the long run. Those who want to play the IPO listing game should be wary of these risks
Younger audiences are gravitating towards legacy cinema, seeking comfort and escape.
In less than two trading sessions, shares of Wipro and LTIMintree have given up 90% and 25% of their respective gains since their CEOs took over. What's causing this?
A new research-backed formula replaces complex simulations to estimate safe withdrawal rates, helping Indian retirees quickly assess how much they can spend based on equity allocation and retirement length.
An Income Tax Notice is a formal communication from the Income Tax Department sent to the taxpayer on various grounds. Check who gets it and how to respond.
According to Kpler, a maritime analytics and intelligence firm, the size of the 'shadow fleet' carrying oil under Western sanctions grew from just 97 vessels in 2022 to around 3,313 vessels by the end of 2025, an increase of 3,315%.
The RBI governor said the sector remains a key pillar of the formal financial system, particularly for small borrowers, local businesses and communities often outside the reach of large commercial banks.
Under Indian tax law, if a resident father-in-law gifts a sum of money to his daughter-in-law who is an NRI, the gift is not taxable in India, either in the hands of the donor or the recipient.
Micro-drama platforms in India are balancing safety with rapid content release cycles to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act.
From managing wedding hangover to navigating parental support, shifting from mine to ours requires more than just a joint account. Why financial compatibility is a non-negotiable for long-term stability
This change is expected to improve implementation efficiency in the silk sector, which employs 9.76 million people across India.
Indias markets may be booming, but disciplined asset allocation and regular rebalancingnot market timingare what help investors compound wealth, manage volatility and avoid costly behavioural mistakes.
Clever puns that play on sexuality are great for brands that are selling sexual wellness. Why would a fintech company lean on it?
Music labels are investing in film studios to address weak monetization in streaming. By acquiring stakes, they gain control over content creation and diversify revenue streams, transitioning from passive rights holders to active ecosystem owners in India's evolving entertainment landscape.
Indian agriculture is leaning more heavily on fertilizer imports. Urea imports jumped 120% and DAP 54% between April and November FY26 as domestic output lagged demand. Mint explains the impact on farms and the exchequer.
Despite being touted as a big opportunity, social commerce in India lags behind China and Indonesia, accounting for only 1-2% of e-commerce revenue. Key challenges include low consumer trust, logistics, and payment preferences, which may take at least a decade to improve.
An investor with a 5-6 year Systematic Investment Plan history in mid- and small-cap funds seeks advice on whether to move profits into large-cap or hybrid funds, and the expert recommends a hybrid approach.
Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have dominated the market until now, but this year is set to bring oral drugs, generics, and a fight for global dominance.
The days which banks will be closed next week (January 19 to 25) include the birthday of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Saraswati Puja, and Basanta Panchami, besides the weekly offs on Saturdays and Sundays.
With several passive funds out there, here are the dos and donts when starting with passives.
The Labour Ministry is reportedly developing a system allowing eight crore EPFO members to directly withdraw their money using UPI. It aims to facilitate quick access, streamline withdrawal and enhance services.
Credit reports are crucial for borrowing and reflect your financial history. Accuracy in credit information, including optional details, is vital for lenders to assess profiles and make informed decisions, especially for first-time borrowers.
In Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made several announcement that came as a boon for taxpayers and salaried people. Will Budget 2026 do the same?
As incomes rise, so do expenses. Lifestyle inflation is quietly eating into savings, pushing young professionals into financial fragility and risky shortcuts to wealth.
The Kolkata masterclass by Mint Horizons aims to equip investors with knowledge on global investment opportunities. Discussions will focus on navigating international markets, risk mitigation strategies, and essential themes for successful long-term investing amidst economic shifts.
Experts confirm this is a common scam, as government bodies never solicit payments or new policy purchases to release unclaimed funds.
Across Indian households, there is typically one person who handles everythinginvestments, bills, demat account, UPI apps, bank logins. If that key family member dies without sharing the digital access trail, the family is stuck
Missed income disclosures after the December deadline? The updated return offers a second chancebut only if it results in higher tax, and with penalties that rise sharply over time.

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