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Indias green hydrogen hubs could spread beyond the coast, says report

WRI India has identified inland sites in Jharkhand, Rajasthan and Punjab where clean power, water, pipelines and industrial demand could support production.

11 Sep 2026 9:41 pm
SWP: Here's how to generate 50,000 per month as steady income while keeping your corpus invested

Today, we explain how much you would have to invest in a systematic withdrawal plan (SWP) in order to receive 50,000 per month as steady income after retirement, while keeping your corpus invested.

11 Sep 2026 9:25 pm
Dollar deluge prompts 1 trillion OMO; enough liquidity tools, says RBI governor

System liquidity crossing 11 trillion earlier this month has already prompted the central bank to withdraw surplus liquidity of over 8 trillion through multiple VRRR auctions.

11 Sep 2026 8:48 pm
20,000 extra every month: Why paying off your personal loan first may win over an SIP

With a 20,000 monthly raise, borrowers must choose between repaying a personal loan or investing in mutual funds. Clearing a high-interest loan first can save more in interest and result in a larger investment corpus compared to investing the entire amount monthly.

11 Sep 2026 8:47 pm
1 crore fine penalty: Why did IRDAI penalise Canara HSBC for mis-selling insurance to an 88-year old? What went wrong

The regulator flagged several shortcomings in the sale, including failures related to product suitability, solicitation, disclosures and the insurers internal controls.

11 Sep 2026 8:11 pm
Court orders EPFO to pay 6% interest for 35-day delay in settling claim Here's how to check status, file grievances

A consumer court ordered the EPFO to pay 6% interest for a 35-day delay in settling a PF claim over 14 lakh. The EPFO was found guilty of service deficiency, failing to meet the 20-day processing deadline as required by the EPF Scheme, 1952.

11 Sep 2026 7:52 pm
E-commerce platforms flag pricing, ranking hurdles under new consumer rules

Platforms worry about pricing rules since products on the e-commerce marketplaces are supplied and priced by independent sellers

11 Sep 2026 7:01 pm
MahaRERA orders developer to refund homebuyers: 7 checks to make before booking a flat

A MahaRERA ruling highlights the risks of buying a flat without verifying construction approvals. Here are 7 key checks homebuyers should make, including the Commencement Certificate, sanctioned plans, RERA records, payment trail and written promises.

11 Sep 2026 6:51 pm
8th Pay Commission: How much salary hike will a 1.83 or 2.0 fitment factor give you?

Pensioners' body AIFPA has demanded a 3.83 fitment factor from the 8th Pay Commission, the highest proposed so far, though experts peg the realistic range at 1.83 to 2.57, a hike that could raise central govt pay and pensions by 20-80%.

11 Sep 2026 6:12 pm
Income tax reassessment notice: High court strikes down Section 147A of I-T Act what it means for taxpayers

The ruling does not invalidate every income tax reassessment proceeding. The crucial question remains whether the notice was issued in accordance with the prescribed statutory procedure and whether the requirements relating to faceless assessment were followed.

11 Sep 2026 5:49 pm
DA news update: Punjab employees call off pen-down strike after state govt assures no disciplinary action

DA news update: Punjab government employees called off their pen-down strike after the state assured that no disciplinary action would be taken against those who participated in the mass leave protest on 27 August. 

11 Sep 2026 5:05 pm
RBI deputy governor Murmu calls for stronger human accountability as finance automates

RBI deputy governor S. C. Murmu said automation cannot dilute lenders accountability, while payment systems must strengthen resilience, fraud controls and customer protection.

11 Sep 2026 5:01 pm
Bank of India plans to raise $1 billion via OFCBs by December

Bank of India plans $1 billion overseas borrowing after raising $2.2 billion through FCNR(B) deposits as lenders seek to benefit from the RBIs hedging subsidy.

11 Sep 2026 4:56 pm
8th Pay Commission: Can 69,000 basic pay become reality? Expert weighs in on pensioners' demand for 3.83 fitment factor

8th Pay Commission: A pensioners body has sought a 3.83 fitment factor and a minimum basic pay of 69,000. Here is how the demand compares with the 7th Pay Commission and what employees and pensioners should know about the proposed salary revision.

11 Sep 2026 4:52 pm
Two months of red: Large-cap outflows deepen after 6-month inflow streak what should investors do?

Large-cap mutual funds saw 1,147 crore in outflows in August 2026, despite previous  inflows. Rising mid- and small-cap investments suggest a shift in investor preference. Here's what investors should make of the divergence.

11 Sep 2026 4:00 pm
Need 2 lakh urgently? Here's what experts say is cheaper: Personal loan, savings or credit card

Facing an urgent 2 lakh need? Experts say using savings is usually cheapest, personal loans suit structured repayment, while credit card balances can cost 24%+ annually, turning a 1 lakh outstanding into nearly 40,000 in interest.

11 Sep 2026 3:46 pm
Mint Explainer| How quick commerce is changing Indias super-app strategy

Quick commerce has grown from being an extension of grocery delivery into a much larger business for several consumer companies. Do platforms really need a separate app for their offerings?

11 Sep 2026 2:52 pm
8th Pay Commission: How Level 6 basic salary may double in 7 years after DA merger; calculations explained

8th Pay Commission: A proposed merger of DA with basic pay could boost central government employees salaries. Heres how a hypothetical fitment factor of 2.1, 7% annual increments and DA revisions may impact Level 6 pay by 2033.

11 Sep 2026 2:34 pm
Does frequent buying and selling hurt returns? Coffee Can Investing fame Saurabh Mukherjea answers in Mint Extraclass

Saurabh Mukherjea, author, founder and Chief Investment Officer, Marcellus Investment Managers, in an interview with Mint Extraclass, says frequent buying and selling of stocks may reduce gains. He advocates for long-term investment strategies, saying fewer trades lead to better performance. 

11 Sep 2026 2:28 pm
Indias data centre surge is powering a massive boom in sales of generator sets

With data centres operating continuously, generator sets have become imperative to keep their IT infrastructure, cooling systems and lighting running in the event of an outage.

11 Sep 2026 1:45 pm
Section 87A rebate on STCG: ITAT ruling offers relief to taxpayers under new tax regime for AY 2025-26

ITAT Delhi has ruled taxpayers can claim the full 25,000 Section 87A rebate against STCG tax under Section 111A for AY 2025-26, as the Finance Act 2025 restriction on special-rate income applies only from AY 2026-27 onwards.

11 Sep 2026 11:23 am
Advance tax deadline September 15: What happens if you missed the previous instalment payment?

Taxpayers missing the June 15 advance tax deadline can still pay owed amounts with interest. Missing deadlines may incur interest under Sections 234B and 234C of the Income-tax Act. Details here.

11 Sep 2026 10:48 am
Gold, silver prices today, 11 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata

Gold and silver prices today, 11 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

11 Sep 2026 9:38 am
Want regular income after retirement? How annuity plans work and what you should know about them

Retirement planning involves ensuring a sustainable income post-retirement, not just building a sizable fund. Here's how an annuity plan work and whether you should invest in one.

11 Sep 2026 9:05 am
Japanese money moving home could impact global risk assets: ICICI Pru AMC's Manish Banthia

For Indian bond investors, it is more appropriate to be in short-to-medium duration at this point. Bonds are an attractive investment today.

11 Sep 2026 9:00 am
Central government employees: 5 key updates to track in September on LTC, study leave and other benefits

Central government employees have five key updates to track in September 2026, covering LTC air travel, study leave rules, scholarships, iGOT Karmayogi RTI courses and the Delhi office holiday. 

11 Sep 2026 8:07 am
Indias rural banks have a problem hiding in plain sight

While only 11 regional rural banks have a fraud risk management system, none rates itself as largely or fully compliant with data-protection readiness.

11 Sep 2026 7:50 am
Partnership firm declared rental income, but landowners were taxed again; ITAT Bangalore rules against double taxation

The ITAT Bangalore ruled that rental income from a commercial property under a joint development agreement cannot be taxed again in the hands of individual landowners, as it was already disclosed and assessed in the partnership firm. Details of the case here.

11 Sep 2026 7:24 am
Flipkart wants Minutes to become Indias default shopping app

Minutes said it is present in over 150 cities, with its customers in Tier-2 cities and beyond growing nearly 25-fold from a year earlier. About 60% of customers return to shop on the platform. The expansion has made Minutes a strong new challenger in a market long dominated by Blinkit, and Zepto.

11 Sep 2026 6:00 am
AMFI August 2026 data: Balanced hybrid funds beat aggressive category in inflows despite lower returnsknow why

AMFIs August 2026 data shows balanced hybrid funds attracting 1,836 crore, higher than aggressive hybrid funds 1,323 crore. But aggressive hybrid funds delivered better returns over the last 1 year. So, what explains the higher inflows into balanced hybrid funds?

11 Sep 2026 12:49 am
Planning a trip? Heres how your unused credit card reward points could help pay for flights and hotels

Unused credit card points could help reduce the cost of flights and hotel stays. But the value you get redeem them, the conversion rate, award availability, and the taxes or fees attached to the booking. 

10 Sep 2026 11:56 pm
When good debt becomes bad debt: Warning signs, costly debt errors and practical ways to regain control of your finances

Debt can facilitate education, home ownership, or business growth, but not all borrowing is safe. Good debt may improve earning potential while bad debt incurs high costs without lasting benefits. 

10 Sep 2026 11:48 pm
Auto and transportation mutual funds: SBI tops with 26% 1-year return, while the benchmark index gains just 2%

Auto and transportation funds delivered sharply different 1-year returns, with the top-performing scheme gaining over 26%, while some returned less than 5%. Heres how the funds in the category performed and which schemes led or lagged.

10 Sep 2026 11:39 pm
SEBI launches Demat 2.0: Key FAQs on the pilot project for tokenised corporate bonds answered

SEBIs Demat 2.0 pilot will test tokenised corporate bonds using DLT, with the same investor rights as conventional bonds. Heres how issuance, settlement and CBDC payments will work, why the pilot matters, and when retail investors could participate.

10 Sep 2026 11:12 pm
Large-cap funds see continued outflows; mid- and small-cap inflows rise: How returns compare over 1, 3, and 5 years

Large-cap funds remained under pressure in August, while mid- and small-cap categories attracted more money. A look at broader market indices and category returns over one, three and five years offers clues on where each segment stands.

10 Sep 2026 9:54 pm
Next decade an opportunity for India to build fintech architecture for the world: RBI governor Malhotra

RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra said that trust, inclusion, and responsible use of data is the foundation for global adoption.

10 Sep 2026 9:48 pm
NPCI launches tap-to-pay, unified UPI services window

The Tap & Pay feature allows users to make UPI payments at point-of-sale terminals by unlocking their phones and tapping them on compatible devices, without opening a UPI app.

10 Sep 2026 9:32 pm
Retirement planning: Is your corpus enough if you live beyond India's average lifespan? Run this 5-step longevity check

Retirement plans may underestimate how long savings need to last. A new report highlights the 13-year gap in life expectancy at birth, with 12.6% of 60-year-olds reaching 90. Heres why longevity and early market returns matter.

10 Sep 2026 8:27 pm
5 money habits that will keep your financial future safer and help you in difficult situations

These 5 money habits will keep your financial future safe and help you in difficult situations. While nothing makes life risk-free, these practices are likely to make things easier for you.

10 Sep 2026 8:19 pm
Credit card stolen and money spent: Will the bank refund the loss, or will you have to pay the bill?

A stolen credit card can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. Whether the bank refunds fraudulent spending or the customer bears the loss depends on how the fraud occurred and crucially how quickly it was reported.

10 Sep 2026 7:21 pm
Indian household asset allocation shifts: Gold share jumps from 15% to 24% in 3 years; equity barely moves

Indian household asset allocation has changed significantly over the last three years, but not necessarily in favour of equities. Golds share jumped from 15.4% in March 2023 to 24.2% in March 2026, while equities barely moved from 5.6% to 5.7%. 

10 Sep 2026 7:16 pm
Darjeeling tea output drops as climate change threatens northeast India's iconic tea industry

Darjeeling tea has experienced significant climatic shifts over the past few decades, contributing to its categorization under the very high climate severity zone.

10 Sep 2026 6:57 pm
Mint Money app adds bill payments, loans at Global Fintech Fest 2026

Mint Money, the fintech app from HT Group, unveiled with bill payments and digital loan services at Global Fintech Fest 2026. 

10 Sep 2026 6:49 pm
Motor insurance pitfalls: Why claims get rejected 6 key points policyholders should keep in mind

Failing to meet basic regulatory compliance is a primary reason claims fall through. Additionally, widespread misconceptions about policy features frequently lead to avoidable disputes between policyholders and insurers.

10 Sep 2026 6:47 pm
Debt mutual fund flows reverse sharply in August; is it a warning sign for investors?

Debt mutual funds swung from a 1.87 lakh crore net inflow in July to a 8,127 crore outflow in August. Experts say the reversal reflects seasonal corporate and institutional cash movements, while investors continued to favour liquid, money market and ultra-short duration funds.

10 Sep 2026 6:32 pm
Aadhaar face authentication gets easier: UIDAI launches new SDK and Sandboxwhat users should know

UIDAI has launched an Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK that allows banks, fintechs, insurers, and brokers to integrate face authentication directly into their apps. Users can complete Aadhaar verification without switching to the separate FaceRD app, making digital onboarding simpler.

10 Sep 2026 5:46 pm
AMFI data: Small and midcaps remain investor favourites as large caps lose money, Gold ETFs gain

AMFI data shows equity mutual fund inflows rose 18.7% in August, with mid-cap and small-cap funds continuing to attract strong investor interest. Large-cap funds saw a second straight month of outflows, while Gold ETFs recorded a sharp rise in inflows and multi-asset funds remained popular.

10 Sep 2026 4:36 pm
Life insurers ask Irdai to rework expense cap rules

Life insurers are seeking greater flexibility in expense caps, arguing that product-specific limits can constrain  growing insurers as they invest in distribution, technology and expansion.

10 Sep 2026 3:18 pm
Motor insurance claims: what policyholders often get wrong

Motor insurance claims often fail due to overlooked details such as expired licences, misreporting, or missing add-ons. 

10 Sep 2026 3:17 pm
Planning to buy a 1 crore home? Experts explain why a 20% down payment is not always right

Planning to buy a 1 crore home? Experts explain how much down payment buyers should make, how it affects home loan EMIs and interest costs, and why maintaining emergency savings and liquidity is equally important.

10 Sep 2026 3:13 pm