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National pension scheme: The NPS Vatsalya Scheme allows children below 18 years to partially withdraw funds from their accounts under certain circumstances. We take a look at the process and how it works

Apple reportedly faces an escalated CCPA probe in India over iOS 18 complaints, software warranty terms and costly iPhone repairs.

UPI remains free for person-to-person payments under new MDR rules. Here's what changes for merchant payments and what it means for users like you and me.

UPI transactions up to 2,000 stay fee-free under a new Finance Ministry notification, covering 96% of volume. Regulators are weighing a ~0.4% charge on larger merchant (P2M) payments, with banks getting 40% of the proceeds. P2P transfers remain free regardless of transaction value.

Mutual funds changed their exposure to several large-, mid- and small-cap stocks in August 2026. While buying was spread across market segments, find out which stocks saw the biggest increase and decrease in mutual fund holdings during the month.

Home loan insurance can protect your family from the burden of repayment, but borrowers must choose between flat and reducing coverand consider whether a separate term plan offers better protection.

RBI has proposed a 60-day outer limit for temporary debit holds on bank accounts or transactions suspected of being linked to cyber fraud. Customers would get 20 days to explain suspicious transactions, while banks would have fixed timelines for review and police referrals.

Delays in provident fund claims may yield additional interest for members as witnessed in a recent Mumbai Consumer Commission ruling concerning a retiree's delayed PF settlement. Here's what to do if your claim has been delayed too.

Jensen Huang counsels outgoing staff with a mix of blunt business critique, personal concern, and, in some cases, subsequent financial backing, according to a report. 

Amazon India has announced its biggest-ever operations network expansion ahead of the festive season, including 20 fulfilment centres, six sort centres and 150 delivery stations. The company will also create 1.6 lakh temporary jobs to meet the anticipated surge in demand.

The ITAT Rajkot has ruled that interest awarded on enhanced compensation for compulsory acquisition of agricultural land can qualify for tax exemption. The ruling could matter for landowners who receive enhanced compensation and interest after their agricultural land is acquired.

InsuranceDekho just completed one of the largest mergers in the segment with RenewBuy and is headed for a public listing over the next year.

An expired driving licence, inaccurate policy details or even bundling an old dent with a new accident can complicate a motor insurance claim. Heres what car owners should know before filing one.

Investments in stocks and mutual funds can lead to capital gains tax, though the liability depends on whether gains are short-term or long-term, the duration of asset holding, among other factors. Check how much tax you need to pay on 3 lakh profit. 

Hyderabad has overtaken Bengaluru in terms of GCC growth, narrowing the gap with 70 additions in a year. Let's find out what it means for real estate landscape.

Tata Steel has stepped up its partnership with Lloyds Metals as it looks to secure access to key raw materials and strengthen its mining and steelmaking operations.

The Motilal Oswal Nasdaq Q50 ETF surged 41% in a week even as the value of its underlying US stocks fell 2.6%, with its market price moving far above its NAV. The unusual premium has widened amid limited supply of ETF units and a recent change in SEBIs price-band rules.

A promise by a life insurance company for financial protection is put to the test at a difficult timefollowing the death of a loved one, when the family must navigate the claims process, often for the first time. Here is what nominees need to do at each step to ensure a smoother settlement.

Portability was meant to keep insurers honest by keeping the exit door open. The door exists but for the old, the ill, and the recently hospitalised, someone is still standing in the way.

This comes against the backdrop of India emerging as one of the worlds largest and most diverse transport networks, with a road network extending around six million kilometres.

The conversions, involving mainly small, closely held businesses, also point to lower capital-raising needs, as companies can raise equity more easily than LLPs,

discovery+ will cease direct-to-consumer services in India, reflecting the tough OTT environment where niche apps struggle. Analysts anticipate the rise of aggregator models and content licensing as key strategies for surviving amid high competition and low consumer willingness to pay.

Debt returns have historically stayed relatively steady over the long term, but the current high-yield environment raises questions for investors. With interest rates on pause and inflation shaping return expectations, heres what investors need to know before assessing debt allocation.

AI is changing how consumers research different loans and credit options, but the next shift could go beyond answering questions. Agentic AI may help consumers compare credit options, understand their needs, and take permitted actions. 

Chasing an impressive lifestyle can trap individuals in a cycle of debt and expectations. Spending to impress others undermines future savings and creates emotional burdens.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit against Netflix, accusing platform of misleading users about data collection & exposing children to addictive features. The case adds to Floridas growing legal push against major technology companies. Check what the streaming platform said.

Flipkart is piloting its food delivery service, Eat In, for employees in Bengaluru, with plans to expand to all employees by September 15. It is developing Eat In in partnership with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC),

After a former Anthropic AI researcher warned that AI could kill all humans, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called on the AI industry to slow the rate at which it advances model capabilities.

The countrys seventh-largest technology services firm announced Singh's resignation on Friday evening.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Popo Global runs the gourmet food brands, The Pizza Bakery, Paris Panini, and Smash Guys, and is looking to expand beyond Bengaluru

Decathlon Indias wholesale business has grown 20-fold in five years and now contributes 10% of India revenue, with schools, smaller cities and sports communities offering further headroom.

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.

Ceat aims to target customers who purchase tyres across categories and cross-sell its and Camso's products, enabling the brands to generate more revenue from the same customer.

Unfazed by its late entry, HUL is expanding Horlicks beyond its traditional childrens base into adult lifestyle nutrition, leveraging brand trust and mass pricing to tap Indias underpenetrated protein market, Rajneet Kohli, executive director of HULs foods division, told Mint.

Bhatt's resignation from Coforge, linked to undisclosed findings in its board evaluation report, has put the spotlight on India's board practices. The Sebi-mandated exercise is often a formality rather than a rigorous assessment. Some advisory firms now push for deeper, more customized reviews.

National Stock Exchange of India Ltd., the worlds largest derivatives exchange by volume, has downsized its initial public offering, a sign of rising concern over the willingness of investors to buy into the deal at the valuation the firm had been seeking.

Kothari, who has spent nearly 30 years at the lender, will leave on 30 September.

An airline already flying to Dubai from CSMIA can now launch Navi Mumbai-Dubai flights and still qualify for the fee waiver. Under the earlier rule, it would not have qualified.

Adyen plans to expand its local product, commercial and operations teams as it targets Indian businesses going global and multinational companies entering India.

HDFC Bank said the Bahrain court found that the investors had failed to provide sufficient admissible evidence to substantiate the allegations or establish that they suffered losses because of the bank.

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%. 

JSW Group and Volkswagen Group are reportedly negotiating a potential partnership in India focused on reducing costs and export access. JSW aims to cut production expenses by 50%, while Volkswagen assesses its decision-making authority in the joint venture.

Qualcomm has introduced a new affordable integrated payments device that combines a point-of-sale (POS) terminal, a dynamic QR code, and a soundbox.