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The government has ordered full supply for households and CNG vehicles while cutting allocations to fertilizer, refineries and industry after disruptions in Qatar and the Strait of Hormuz push up global LNG prices.

The global economy faces challenges from political conflicts and trade policy changes, affecting financial systems. Credit plays a crucial role in maintaining resilience, as lenders must identify stable borrowers while managing risks, to ensure long-term financial stability.

Egg freezing can resemble an insurance policy more than a traditional investment, something that requires planning but may never need to be used.

Dynamic plus injunctions aim to reduce the time lag between discovery and blocking of pirate sites, offering critical protection for high-value initial releases. However, enforcement faces challenges due to jurisdictional issues and the adaptability of piracy networks.

Mutual fund units in India can be held either in a statement of account (SOA) with the asset manager or in demat form with a depository. Each format differs in flexibility, features and costs.

Ongoing conflict in West Asia has plunged India's aviation sector into crisis, leading to over 1,100 flight cancellations and rising operational costs. The closure of crucial airspaces and a depreciating rupee are pressuring airlines, with estimated losses reaching 170180 billion.

Observe how a fund behaves under different conditions. The aim is not to predict which worldview markets will reward next. It is to make decisions investors can live with over time.

India is considering a tax on data usage as a means to generate government revenue and also a model to influence screen time, especially among children. In a review meeting, DoT has been given time until September 2026 for this. Separately, the meeting called for efforts to reduce BSNL staff.

The new standards replace specifications from 1977 and aim to align India's automobile market with global efficiency and emission benchmarks.

Two common NRI tax questions answered: how to re-request a failed income-tax refund credited to an NRE account, and whether NRIs can claim capital gains exemption under section 115F if they havent used it before.

India has taken decisive steps to prioritize household LPG access amid escalating tensions in West Asia that threaten fuel supplies. With the introduction of a 25-day lock-in period for cylinder bookings, the government aims to curb hoarding and ensure domestic consumers are prioritized.

Gold loans are shedding their last-resort image as record prices unlock higher borrowing capacity. Experts say disciplined borrowing and awareness of LTV risks are key as more households monetise idle gold.

Bio-bitumen, an alternative derived from biomass, could replace up to a third of petroleum-based bitumen, potentially reducing Indias import dependence amid the West Asia conflict.

Deepak Shenoy has alerted people to fake tax notices being circulated via email, urging vigilance against fraudsters during tax season. Here's how to check whether your tax notice is genuine and what steps to take next.

Multi-asset funds are drawing strong inflows, but Sebis FoF recategorization has triggered a wave of new variants. While they promise deeper diversification, the growing menu may also complicate investor choice.

Central government employees must choose between NPS and UPS. Our simulations show that replicating UPS assured, inflation-linked pension through a market-linked NPS corpus is difficult in most realistic scenarios.

Indian airlines have requested the government for relief due to increased operational costs and flight disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict. Here's what we know and the latest status update on flight cancellations, routes for 9 March.

Data from Ormax shows a handful of Indian OTT originals dominate viewership while most titles struggle for attention, highlighting growing audience polarization on streaming platforms.

Niti Aayog's Vijay Kumar Saraswat said that Indian designers contribute to virtually every chip produced globally. However, their work is primarily for multinational companies, and they are often limited to designing subsystems or specific components rather than complete system designs.

As global carmakers pivot away from an EV-only strategy, Indian part-makers are shifting toward powertrain-agnostic portfolios that support electric, hybrid, and internal combustion platforms simultaneously. The strategic hedge allows suppliers to remain resilient in changing times.

Private labels are usually invisible and price-led. But Swiggy Instamart wants them to be visible and aspirational. By blending hyperlocal data with bold design, Swiggys Instamart is trying to build an FMCG food and beverages brand within its delivery app ecosystem.

The central bank wants banks, customers and the regulator to share the burden of small-value digital fraud losses.

As competition from OTT platforms intensifies, producers are increasingly making promotional appearances a contractual obligation for actors.

The Core and Satellite portfolio strategy combines stable, long-term investments (Core) with higher-risk, high-reward opportunities (Satellite). Here's why this combination approach could be worth exploring

Tax savings FDs vs National Savings Certificate? Check details and rate of interest to choose what works best for you

Many women have been accustomed to signing financial documents without full understanding, largely because they were not actively included in financial decision-making. Take the time to read, ask questions and fully understand financial documents

NBFCs usually provide fixed deposit rates higher than traditional banks, reaching up to 7-8%. Here's how much interest rate top financial institutions are offering in India.

Owning property is key to financial security, yet many women still miss out on their rightful inheritance. Heres what the law provides and the steps women can take to claim their share.

On Friday, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington would allow a 30-day waiver for Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil stranded at sea, offering temporary relief amid global supply concerns.

State Bank of India has launched a USD 500 million syndicated social term loan focused on women empowerment, marking a significant step in ESG financing. 

Gold ETFs and FoFs provide digital ownership with no storage and insurance costs, ease of buying and selling, etc. Gold coins and bullion provide tangible ownership with immediate possession, while gold jewellery serves investment and consumption needs.

What happens if the head of the household goes away? What if the PMS house that takes care of the money wants to change things up or sell its business? What happens to the portfolio when the individual who made the money is no longer there?

Taxpayers under the old tax regime can claim up to 1.5 lakh deduction under Section 80C. But can these tax-saving investments help during a cash crunch? Heres when and how you can access the money.

Beyond major loans, a growing web of small, automated, and often overlooked recurring expenses is quietly eroding the savings and financial flexibility of Indian households.

Trai is reviewing decade-old price caps on business internet lines, pitting telecom giants against tech firms over market fairness and transparency. The outcome could change how enterprise connectivity is priced and accessed nationwide.

With rising tensions in West Asia, airlines are rerouting or suspending flights, complicating travel plans. Travellers should review their insurance policies for coverage on delays and cancellations, as benefits differ.

The Central Information Commission has urged the Income Tax Department to create a taxpayer-friendly mechanism to address grievances, noting that taxpayers often struggle to resolve discrepancies in TDS.

Women often run household budgets but remain underrepresented in investment decisions. Five fund managers share how they built credibility in finance and what women must do to move from saving to investing.

The compound interest is credited by EPFO on a monthly running balance basis at the statutory rate declared for each year. For 2024-25, EPFO declared an interest of 8.25%.

Doing so essentially involves moving from a regular plan, where commissions are built into the expense ratio, to a direct plan.

The EPFO has approved an interest rate of 8.25% on EPF deposits for 2025-26, maintaining the rate for the second year. 

A windfall gain or retirement corpus can be hard to manage without falling prey to poor timing or tax inefficiency. Here are two mutual fund tools that help investors deploy lump sums gradually and generate tax-efficient monthly income