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Mutual fund investors may need to rethink static portfolio strategies as market volatility, higher rates, and shifting global trends reshape sector leadership. The latest outlook highlights dynamic asset allocation, selective sectors, and the importance of tracking portfolio positioning. 

The M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026 features seven non-business figures showcasing their wealth accrued from entertainment, endorsements and various ventures.

According to the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2026, 156 wealthy Indians now reside overseas, an increase of 54%. Check who the richest NRI is.

Indias ready-to-drink alcohol market is growing faster than the global category, and with a distinctly higher-alcohol profile. 

Musk's decision is a direct nod to a recent executive order signed by Trump, which mandates the US executive branch to replace the term Artificial Intelligence with Super Intelligence.

By cultivating new vendor networks, Tata aims to ensure India's flagship semiconductor venture remains resilient against potential trade blockades, retaliatory mineral curbs, and broader geopolitical shocks.

David Robinson published a scathing essay in The Atlantic, accusing OpenAIs unimpeded optimism of fostering a hazardous environment for advanced technology

The Centre will soon implement Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) fees on specific UPI transactions. Today we answer what the UPI MDR charge means, the start date, slabs, and why this is being introduced now 

A chapter outlines step-by-step procedures to compute total tax liabilities using the new tax regime, deliberately omitting references to the old tax regime.

Gold, silver, equity and debt ETFs do not face the same tax treatment when you sell. The holding period, type of ETF and size of gains can affect how much tax you pay. Heres a look at the key rules and how the tax maths works for each category.

The case highlights the importance of establishing ownership and the source of cash or foreign currency found during an income tax search through credible, corroborated evidence.

The launch marks the companys latest move to bring electric mobility technology to heavy-duty industrial applications traditionally dominated by diesel-powered equipment.

Nifty 50 Equal Weight Index Funds give investors balanced exposure across large-cap stocks. But with all funds in the red over the past year, should you invest or not? A simple indicator may help investors assess which strategy could suit the current phase.

Anthropic has warned that government attitudes towards the company and its AI technology could hurt its business, including relationships with customers and partners, as it prepares for a potential IPO that could value it at $2 trillion.

Reliance will invest 1 lakh crore in Andhra Pradesh to set up CBG plants, create 3 lakh jobs and boost clean energy and agriculture.

Bank of Baroda enters the pension fund business as PFRDA targets up to 4 crore new NPS subscribers in the next two to three years.

The biggest mutual funds by AUM do not necessarily deliver similar performance against their benchmarks. A comparison of their 1-, 3-, and 5-year CAGR shows how different schemes have fared across these periods. Heres what the numbers reveal for investors.

The Income-tax Appellate Tribunal rejects the tax department's attempt to withhold statutory interest.

The announcement comes less than two weeks after Paramount settled an antitrust lawsuit with a group of state attorneys general that sought to block the $110 billion merger.

The state-run bank is estimated to have bought bonds worth nearly 50 billion rupees, or about 40% of the offering, they said. The bonds were rated AAA by rating agencies Crisil and CareEdge, and carried an annual coupon of 7.90%.

Wipro has taken a different approach to bench management in Indias IT industry, giving junior and mid-level employees up to six months to find a new billable assignment.

Starting October 1, new financial rules affect payments, savings, and budgeting. UPI MDR charges commence on October 15 for certain transactions. SBI alters BSBD account fees and KYC becomes mandatory for LPG consumers. 

EaseMyTrip founder and chairman Nishant Pitti said 'the past few days have hurt deeply' after the Patiala House Court in Delhi granted an interim injunction directing removal of publications he described as offending.

With 997 crore in cash and no debt, Jyothy Labs could use acquisitions to rebuild its portfolio after Henkel ended its Pril and Fa licensing deal. Instead, it is betting on new products and existing brands.

The Telangana Cabinet has approved the release of two pending DA instalments for employees and pensioners, adding 2,500 crore annually to the state's financial burden. Details here.

Gurugram-based coffee startup, SORRY SUGAR, offers monk fruit-sweetened premixes and beverages. Currently, it has three offline stores across Delhi and Gurgaon with online presence.

Federal report says pilots weren't warned about wind before Amazon cargo plane crashed in Miami

Dana Walden, the president and chief creative officer of Walt Disney Co., said she would offer a lot of money, to Joe Brumm, the creator of the companys popular Bluey TV series, if the opportunity ever arose to buy the intellectual property.

REUTERS-NEXT-NEWSMAKER-TEMASEK:Temasek comfortable with current AI spending levels, executive says

HDFC Banks CEO succession unfolded over two months after Sashidhar Jagdishan decided not to seek another term. From the banks two-name shortlist to RBI feedback and final approval, heres how Anup Bagchi emerged as the next MD & CEO.

HDFC Bank's CEO earned 15.13 crore for FY26, with a 35% performance bonus. He will leave his position on October 26 and will be succeeded by Anup Bagchi, approved by RBI as the new CEO and MD.

Accenture's earnings cheered investors, with the companys shares rising 22% on the New York Stock Exchange. Shares of Infosys and Wipro followed as well, gaining 9% and 8%.

RBIs decision ends speculation over who will lead HDFC Bank, which has been mired in multiple controversies in recent months.

London's stock market has shrunk over the past decade as companies have sought higher valuations elsewhere, prompting Britain to simplify listing rules in an effort to attract more issuers.

PFRDAs NPS Sanchay Pension Yatra will cover Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, and Kolkata from 1-16 October. NPS Sanchay is designed to simplify retirement savings, with a predefined investment approach and flexible contribution options. Heres who can apply and how the scheme works.

Noel Tata faces fresh challenges in the Tata Sons boardroom battle as SDTT vice-chairmen Srinivasan and Singh allege he advanced a restructuring plan without trustee consultation. Srinivasan has also challenged Noels trustee status, 2024 reappointment and Tata Trusts influence over Tata Sons.

The quality of payroll systems and record-keeping practices implemented today will directly impact pension entitlements that employees claim 20 or 30 years from now.

At the White House on Wednesday, Essar Group co-founder Ravi Ruia announced an $18 billion investment to build Americas largest steel plant in Iowa.

Alliance Insurance Brokers is looking to raise 800-900 crore through a mix of primary and secondary share sales as it expands across smaller Indian cities and overseas reinsurance markets.

OpenAI faces a lawsuit from the nonprofit LASST after its AI agents gained unauthorized access to Hugging Face's systems during a test. 

Bankrupt hedge fund founder and prodigious art collector George Weiss has struck a deal with Sothebys Inc. to auction more than a dozen pieces in his collection later this year in order to repay a Bank of America Corp. loan.

The Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) is a 115-month investment scheme designed for Indian citizens aged 10 and over, allowing deposits starting from 1,000. Here's a look at the rules to transfer, pledge or prematurely close your account 

From an 8-person 1 BHK in Mumbai to 800 vehicles across India, BLR Logistiks founder Ashok Goyal reflects on the decisions, trust, and peer learning that shaped his leadership.

The appointment comes as airlines increasingly look beyond ticket sales to monetise customer relationships through loyalty programmes, travel marketplaces and financial services.

The stance deepens an ongoing stand-off between Adani Airport and airlines, as the countrys second-largest airport operator prepares to redevelop Mumbais existing airport and seeks to redistribute capacity.

WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann reflected on the company's rushed IPO attempt in 2019. He acknowledged a shift from its original community-building mission to a profit focus, leading to significant losses and corporate governance issues. Neumann resigned as CEO after the company withdrew IPO plans.

The Karnataka government has allotted land for a 330-crore project proposed by Hanno One, a company owned by the family of Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran. The project had business relations with the Venu Srinivasan-led automaker.

Trustees of Tata Trusts are questioning a proposed merger involving Tata Sons that could prevent a public listing. They claim no board resolution has approved the merger, and the Sir Ratan Tata Trust is barred from meetings by the Charity Commissioner amid regulatory concerns.

OpenAI is seeking $30 billion in fresh funding at a valuation of about $1.4 trillion as it delays its IPO plans. The move comes amid growing competition with Anthropic and increasing scrutiny over AI safety risks.