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Car loan interest rates at PSU banks start at 7.35% in September 2026. Compare SBI, Bank of Baroda, UCO Bank and other lenders on interest rates, EMIs, processing fees and prepayment terms before borrowing.

Chandrasekarans appointment as a director on the Tata Sons board won't get majority approval even if one of the two main Tata Trusts does not vote.

Shapoorji Pallonji Group chair Shapoorji Mistry urges Tata Trusts to back a Tata Sons listing, saying it could unlock value and revive ties between the groups.

In a statement he said the move could mark a turning point for transparency and accountability at the Tata group's holding company.

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are now available in India, while iPhone duo will be up for sale next month. Prices differ significantly between India and the US, leading many to consider purchasing devices abroad. Here's all you need to know about custom rules.

The Swiss road-equipment maker aims to expand exports from its Gujarat plant to Europe, emerging markets, and potentially the US, turning India from a regional market into a global production and R&D base, Schneider said.

Expecting disagreement and interruptions, Noel Tata decided to submit his written statement to be included in the meeting records.

Noel Tata said Chandrasekaran had assured the board in September 2025 and February 2026 that the company was taking all necessary steps to keep it private. Today's meeting outcome will validate if that statement was sincerely given, he said.

The announcement comes about a month after the Union cabinet approved a national offshore exploration scheme with an outlay of 84,084 crore until FY31.

A document circulating on social media claimed that the central government had notified a scheme for the amalgamation of Public Sector Banks. It was fake.

Bandhan Small Cap Fund attracted 2,187 crore in August, the highest inflow among small-cap schemes, as it reshuffled several existing holdings and added four new stocks. Cyient, P N Gadgil Jewellers and Strides Pharma were among the stocks where holdings increased.

India is the world's largest producer of jaggery and accounts for more than 70% of the global output of around 13 million tonnes annually. Traditionally used in Indian households and food preparations, jaggery is increasingly being positioned as a healthier alternative to refined sugar.

EPFO has launched an official WhatsApp channel for sharing provident fund, pension and scheme-related updates. Heres how members can follow the channel and which services still require the EPFO portal or UMANG app.

India's new UPI fee could create a 270 billion annual revenue pool by FY28, with banks expected to capture the biggest share. SBI, Axis Bank and Yes Bank are among those likely to benefit as charges on larger UPI transactions begin from October 15.

The September 30, 2026 deadline for filing tax audit reports for AY 2026-27 is nearing, while several CA and tax professional bodies have asked the government to extend it to October 31. No CBDT extension has been announced yet.

SGB 2019-20 Series IV investors can prematurely redeem their bonds at 15,173 per gram on September 17, 2026, taking the value of a 1 lakh online investment to about 3.95 lakh, excluding interest. The bond has delivered a 295.13% absolute gain on the discounted issue price.

According to an expert, the quality of Indian utility vehicles has improved, which is helping larger cars make a headway in the global markets.

Smaller regional markets like Malayalam, Gujarati, and Marathi are thriving post-pandemic, with films achieving record earnings. Audiences now favour authentic storytelling, aided by social media and expanded distribution, making regional cinema a significant player in the theatrical landscape.

Executives close to Shapoorji Pallonji Group are said to have held meetings with government officials in recent months to press their case for a Tata Sons listing.

Tata Sons board meeting on Thursday will address the RBI's public listing mandate and outgoing Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran's resignation. Friction with Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata over listing issues has led to tensions within the board.

Axis Max Life's MD and CEO Sumit Madan said the industry was having a reasonably good run despite global uncertainties, helped by a greater focus on need-based selling and the use of data, technology and artificial intelligence (AI) to deepen customer engagement and expand insurance penetration.

A study of 474 Indian family-run companies finds patriarchs often retain operational control well past 60, leaving successors underprepared and creating risks for business continuity.

43-year-old Zhang Yiming founded ByteDance Ltd in 2012 in a four-bedroom Beijing apartment and developed the news aggregator Toutiao and the video sharing platform TikTok.

NIKE, Inc. appointed Alexandre Arnault, Deputy CEO of Mot Hennessy, to its Board of Directors. His experience in brand innovation and digital transformation is expected to enhance NIKE's consumer connections and support its growth strategy globally.

Netrasemi has urged the government to support domestic chipmakers by becoming a direct buyer through tailored procurement policies instead of relying solely on R&D subsidies. 

As Tata Electronics Dholera fab nears production, Cadence expects more Indian chip designs to move into manufacturing, boosting demand for commercial design tools.

Members of the Tata Sons board are split on the question of listing Tata Sons as well as a third term for Chandrasekaran as chairman. While Noel Tata is expected to dig in his heels, other members may have different ideas

The IIT Madras-incubated startup is finalizing deals with about half a dozen clients for its indigenous chips, aligning with India's broader push for sovereign semiconductor design.

Barc is looking to take its 300 MW nuclear reactor module to commercial scale with private-sector participation. If viable, the reactor could account for 30 GW of Indias targeted 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047.

Boeing Co. expects some testing on the upcoming 777X model to spill into 2027, even as the US planemaker reiterated that deliveries of the long-delayed model are on track to begin next year.

FIRSTSOLAR-PATENT:First Solar drops ITC patent case, shifts focus to lawsuits against rivals

The reported job cuts could affect roughly 45% to 50% of the hubs workforce of around 700 employees and include software engineers, data scientists and data engineers, Wocult reported citing people familiar with the matter.

MDR on UPI payments is not expected to significantly impact overall transaction volumes, given that only 4% of total UPI transactions are expected to be eligible for such a charge. However, the charge has created a lot of noise around its potential impact on UPI usage

SBI is hiring for senior roles, including a Group Chief Information Security Officer, with IT qualifications. Marketing Executive and Dean positions are also available. 

A deal would relieve pressure on Intel, which has been struggling, and mark a big win for the Trump administration, which has been ramping up pressure on chipmakers to build in the US as relentless investment in AI and data centres fuels an acute shortage of memory chips

An NRI in Singapore for 12 years visited India to manage inherited assets after their mother's death. They anticipate a three-month stay and are questioning whether it will make their Singapore salary taxable in India. 

The government is set to wind up the 37-year-old Digital Communications Commission after it approved most of TRAI's satcom spectrum recommendations. The move comes amid an overlap in DoT roles and changes to the telecom department's budget process.

While the new MDR introduces another cost for UPI investments, a mutual fund investor will not directly pay the fee or see it deducted from the investment amount.

Indian Railways has a massive investment requirement at a time when its internal revenue generation has remained largely stagnant. Will the new models help it overcome challenges?

Video-streaming platforms are adapting to changing viewer habits, shifting from traditional long formats to 1525-minute microdramas. This trend is driven by reduced attention spans and the need for quick consumption, leading to more diverse content options.

Rainmatters Dinesh Pai says Indian startups need more patient, entrepreneurial capital as wealth creation often takes longer than the traditional seven-to-eight-year VC cycle.

Meta will report child sexual abuse material directly to Indias cybercrime authorities, shifting from its long-standing US reporting mechanism under NCMEC.

Can Indians continue PPF and NPS Tier II after settling in the US? A tax expert explains residency rules, KYC updates, FD redesignation, tax implications and why NRIs should review Indian investments before withdrawals or transfers.

India has no comprehensive law for managing a persons finances and property after they lose mental capacity. A combination of a private trust, living will and healthcare nomination may offer the closest workaround.

Chitra Ramkrishna's plea against her prosecution under the Prevention of Corruption Act was dismissed by the Supreme Court, which stated her argument regarding public servant status can be raised at trial. The High Court's ruling was deemed correct.

Having both a personal health insurance policy and employer-provided cover can help when a large hospital bill exceeds the first policys coverage. Heres how policyholders can use the second policy for the remaining eligible expenses.

Not every index fund tracking the same benchmark delivers the same investor experience. Experts say investors should look at persistent tracking difference and tracking error before switching, rather than chasing short-term returns or the lowest expense ratio.

8th Pay Commission news: Central government employees and pensioners seek salary and pension revisions every 5 years instead of 10. Know why unions want shorter pay cycles, inflation-linked reviews and a permanent wage review body.

A division bench has asked OpenAI to respond to ANIs appeal challenging a single-judge order that denied an injunction against ChatGPTs use of its news content.

Air India's board is meeting in Mumbai as CEO Campbell Wilson prepares to step down this month. Incoming CEO Tewolde Gebremariam is expected to take charge later this month, with the board set to discuss his salary structure and other matters.