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Zero to One urges founders to build something new rather than copy existing businesses. Thiels lessons emphasise pursuing a single high-impact opportunity, uncovering overlooked needs and carefully choosing co-founders and teams.

Gold, silver prices today, 28 October: Check the retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Tuesday in your cities Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai. 

Some equity mutual funds go beyond domestic stocks to invest in foreign securities, REITs and InvITs. WhiteOak Capital Dividend Yield Fund tops the list with 79.4% combined exposure to REITs and InvITs. Here are 10 funds with notable exposure to these assets.

The 8th CPC is consulting employees, pensioners and other stakeholders before submitting recommendations on pay, allowances, benefits and pensions. As it reaches close to one year since constitution, we take a look at the top 10 updates. 

Aadhaar update fees depend on the type of change, age and method used. Biometric updates are free for specified age groups, while demographic and document updates incur a fee. Check the deadlines for free biometric, email and online document updates before applying.

Content creators have followed celebrities into consumer businesses to cut dependence on brand partnerships, but a large audience is no guarantee of success. For newer entrants, high upfront costs and the ability to generate repeat purchases remain key tests of business sustainability. 

A man received 16 lakh from his mother after she sold gold jewellery, but the Income Tax Department questioned the cash deposits. The Jaipur ITAT deleted the 13.04 lakh addition after examining the gift deed, jewellery valuation and supporting evidence.

The drug pricing regulator has slashed retail prices of 543 formulations across 137 non-scheduled cancer medicines, with some cuts exceeding 90% under a trade margin rationalisation framework. 

Nitin Gadkari said a road project opening next month could cut travel between Delhi and Haridwar to 90 minutes. He also highlighted faster journeys to religious destinations and warned that poor highway construction will bring penalties and blacklisting.

The Noida Metro Rail Corporation will reduce peak-hour train intervals from 7 minutes 30 seconds to 6 minutes 35 seconds from November 1, 2026. The corporation is also considering extending late-night services, subject to operational feasibility.

Sovereign Gold Bond investors have earned nearly 209% returns as RBI fixes the SGB 2020-21 Series I redemption price at 14,159 per gram. A 1 lakh investment is now worth around 3.09 lakh. Check returns, interest earnings and tax rules

The Karnataka High Court has upheld amendments to EPS-95 pension rules, rejecting retirees' plea against lower pension payouts. The ruling clarifies changes to pension calculations, including early retirement reductions, and their impact on EPFO members.

Domestic airlines carried 11.82 million passengers in September, the steepest year-on-year decline since the pandemic, as seasonal weakness and rising fuel costs added to pressure from higher fares.

Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport is trialling Digi Yatra for eligible passengers on select international departures. Trials are available on the Beta app, with a regular-app rollout planned for November 1, 2026.

Mutual funds bought shares worth thousands of crores in September 2026. Reliance Industries, Swiggy and Gland Pharma led purchases across large-, mid- and small-cap categories. Check the top five stocks in each segment, according to Value Research.

The CBIC has issued new GST registration guidelines for 2026, clarifying documents, approval timelines and verification rules. Eligible applicants can get GST registration within three working days, while tax officers face limits on unnecessary queries.

An Amrit Bharat Express linking Bhuj, Gujarat, and Barauni, Bihar, is expected to begin running ahead of Diwali. PM Modi may flag it off during his Gujarat visit, though his official itinerary does not list the inauguration.

Located in Deira, Dubai Gold District was launched in January 2026 to bring gold and jewellery businesses, bullion trading, wholesale operations and investment activities together in one destination.

Demand for sweets, dairy products, edible oils, spices and other food items rises during the festive season, increasing the risk of adulteration and the circulation of products that do not meet prescribed quality standards.

BIS hallmark and six-digit HUID number can help buyers verify gold jewellery through the BIS Care app before purchasing it for Dhanteras.

Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea have sought higher-power outdoor transmissions to expand broadband reach, but concerns over satellite interference remain unresolved.

Checking your CIBIL score does not lower it, and a high salary does not guarantee a better score. From credit checks to loan approvals, here are three common credit score myths borrowers should know to avoid mistakes and improve their loan eligibility.

The RBI introduced a special dollar-rupee swap facility on June 8 to attract foreign currency deposits, reinforce India's external buffers and support its balance of payments amid global uncertainty and pressure on the rupee.

Mumbai's top 10 luxury residential projects recorded 6,116 crore in registered home sales between April and September 2026. Godrej Trilogy Seafront led by total sales value at 1,199 crore, while Naman Xana recorded the highest average transaction value at approximately 152 crore per home.

Videographing a wills execution can help establish the testators mental capacity, voluntary consent and compliance with execution formalities, but cannot guarantee legal validity.

India's first tokenized bonds worth 1,025 crore mark a shift in bond trading. A PPFAS report explains how blockchain technology, digital rupee settlement and Demat 2.0 could speed up transactions, reduce settlement risks and benefit investors.

Karva Chauth is an occasion when many couples shop for jewellery, and lab-grown diamonds are gaining popularity as an alternative to natural diamonds. Experts explain GST, making charges, capital gains tax, and resale value, and how these compare with natural diamond jewellery.

A woman's 4.41 lakh share investment generated 92 lakh in sale proceeds, but the Mumbai ITAT rejected her capital gains exemption claim and upheld additions of nearly 95 lakh. Here's why bank statements and demat records failed to establish her case.

Swiggy renewed accident and health insurance for more than 25 lakh delivery partners for FY25-26. The programme, provided with IndusInd General Insurance, includes accidental death and hospitalisation cover.

Samay Raina's Indias Got Latent reportedly generates crores in gross revenue per episode from sponsorships, advertising, streaming and tickets. 

RBIs new EDF rules, effective October 1, 2026, expand export reporting to service providers. An expert explains the filing process, possible exemptions for freelancers and creators, and how exporters can manage costs.

New NFO alert! The ICICI Prudential BSE Power ETF, which gives investors exposure to the entire power value chain, closes this week. Here's a look at the key details Deadline, minimum investment amount, portfolio allocation, and expected returns. 

Following the RBI repo rate hike and banks lending rate revisions, home loan borrowers may look to secure lower interest rates with their existing lender. However, switching to a cheaper loan may come with hidden charges. Heres what borrowers should consider before making a move.

DA hike: Central government employees and pensioners are awaiting the announcement of the July 2026 dearness allowance (DA) hike. With the Union Cabinet expected to meet on October 28, they are hoping for an update on the revision, which would be effective retrospectively from July 1.

Jacob & Co has partnered with GB Realty on a proposed 2,4002,500 crore luxury housing project in Mohali. The nine-acre development will feature five towers, three branded by Jacob & Co and two named for Salman Khan. 

Delivering a key ruling on borrower rights, the court observed that an outstanding financial liability cannot automatically be treated as a criminal offence.

Investing 3,500 monthly in SIPs from age 25, with a 10% annual increase and an assumed 12% return, could grow to over 3.09 crore in 30 years. Starting just five years later reduces the corpus to 1.49 crore.

Inherited jewellery may be tax-free when received, but selling it can trigger capital gains tax. The acquisition cost, holding period and sale price determine the tax bill.

Indian weddings are adding reel creators, drone shows and curated experiences to the bill. Couples are responding with DIY hacks, tighter budgets and financial planning to keep costs under control.

With Dhanteras 2026 approaching, gold ETFs may draw investor interest amid changing gold prices and fresh subscription restrictions on some gold FoFs. Here is the list of the top 5 ETFs that have performed well across different periods, and what you should consider before investing. 

The government is considering changes to the long-term capital gains tax on equities before Budget 2027. Here is the current 12.5% LTCG rate, why a cut is being discussed, and how much investors could save at 10%, 5% or 2% on gains of 2 lakh, assuming the 1.25 lakh exemption stays.

The 8th pay commission, chaired by former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, due by May 2027, is reviewing proposed pay and pension changes. We calculate salary rise for fitment factors of 1.83, 2.00, 2.57, 3.83 and 4.00. 

The Reserve Bank of India has listed a bank holiday for public and private lenders on 29 October 2026 Thursday for Karwa Chauth celebrations in the following region and state, where branches will remain closed.

The capital raise could reduce the governments shareholding in IO. The bank plans to bolster cybersecurity safeguards by engaging consultants and increasing technology spending

PFRDA has postponed the implementation of revised NPS and NPS Lite charges to December 1, 2026. The changes cover onboarding fees and annual charges payable to Points of Presence (PoPs). Heres what subscribers need to know about the charges and what the revised timeline means for them.

Hospitals treat a wide range of ailments with advanced technologies and a wide variety of medications, so a single bill can run into hundreds of line items.

Gold, silver prices today, 27 October: Check the retail price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver on Tuesday in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai. 

Under this initiative, the government provides total financial assistance of 6,000 per year. This amount is disbursed in three equal instalments of 2,000 each.

The Pensioners Associations urged President Droupadi Murmu to intervene in the EPS-95 higher-pension issue and direct the EPFO to withdraw its January 18, 2025, circular. 

The I-T department is contacting select taxpayers who may have failed to disclose UAE properties as a voluntary foreign-asset disclosure scheme approaches its December 31 deadline. Here's all we know