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Subhadra Scheme: 5th installment disbursed to 1.03 crore women by Odisha CM did you receive it? Here's how to check

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the release of over 5,160 crore under the Subhadra Yojana. To check your instalment, visit the official portal or your bank account. Use your mobile number, Aadhaar, or application ID to verify the application status.

28 Aug 2026 10:29 pm
What is a fun fund? Inside Gen-Z's new experience-first economy and budget playbook

Gen Z has coined a new category in discretionary spending with 'fun funds'. Opting for experiences over planned purchases, the younger generation is inclined to splurge on art exhibitions,  travel, workshops, concerts, and more.

26 Aug 2026 8:24 pm
How podcaster Raj Shamani helped JEE aspirant earn 1 crore by 22: 'Had no degree...he still bet on me'

At just 17, Aditya Bansal had no degree or professional portfolio, but Raj Shamani decided to give him an opportunity.

26 Aug 2026 6:59 pm
Jindal's MG joint venture looks to recover its lost ground

JSW MG Motor India has launched the Hector Tomahawk SUV with EV and plug-in hybrid options to reclaim its second-place rank in Indias electric vehicle market. The launch comes as JSW and China's SAIC negotiate further investments while preparing to triple local manufacturing capacity.

26 Aug 2026 6:46 pm
Mechanical Turk: Why is Amazon shutting down crowdsourced work platform which jeff bezos called Artificial AI?

Amazon is shutting down Mechanical Turk, its crowdsourced work platform, on 30 September, 2026. Launched in 2005, the service connected workers with tasks such as data labelling and surveys, but faced declining investment, growing competition, and questions over data quality.

26 Aug 2026 1:02 pm
More Airbnb homes, less money? Why Indian hosts are losing their rental premium

Airbnb once promised Indian homeowners significantly higher returns than conventional rentals. But a surge in listings, falling nightly rates and rising operating costs are forcing hosts to rethink the short-term rental model.

26 Aug 2026 12:45 pm
India ticks all the boxes for long-term investors: CPPIB

CPP Investments sees data centres, infrastructure and real estate as key opportunities in India as the countrys economic growth, expanding middle class and digital economy drive demand for new assets.

26 Aug 2026 12:27 pm
Small-cap funds see rising inflows: Are Indian investors chasing returns at cost of risk? Experts explain

Indian mutual fund investors have increasingly favoured small-cap funds in recent years, whereas large-cap funds have not seen the same pace of growth. What does this indicate about Indian investors' allocation behaviour? Experts explain

26 Aug 2026 12:19 pm
Delhi couple gets relief in 2.25 crore Black Money Act case after ITAT examines Singapore, BVI bank credits

The ITAT Delhi has deleted 2.25 crore in Black Money Act additions against a Delhi couple over foreign company and bank account transactions in Singapore and the British Virgin Islands. The tribunal found that the major credits were backed by loans and deleted the remaining commission addition.

26 Aug 2026 12:11 pm
OpenAI data centre chief Chris Malone exits as executive departures mount, US backlash over AI infrastructure grows

Malone joined the company in March 2025, and is now leaving after one-and-a-half years. His previous stints were at other tech giants like Meta and Google.

26 Aug 2026 12:04 pm
Deloitte to pay US govt $21.5 mn to settle 'discriminatory' practices claims, months after IBM agreed to pay $17 mn

Accounting and consulting giant Deloitte has agreed to pay the US government $21.5 million to settle allegations that it violated federal contracting laws by discriminating based on race and sex. The settlement comes as the Trump administration steps up its crackdown on corporate DEI practices.

26 Aug 2026 11:42 am
Anthropic sees $30 trillion TAM as it looks to surpass SpaceX's $28.5 trillion largest actionable market: Report

This large TAM will help the company justify its valuation as well as its heavy spending on infrastructure, guide its product priorities, as well as frame its rivalry with other AI giants like OpenAI and Google.

26 Aug 2026 10:39 am
Memories over materialism: Gen Zs experiential spending goes beyond mall visits

Fun funds are flowing directly into creative, out-of-the-box immersive, memory-making experiences such as niche art exhibitions, specialized workshops, unique hobbies, and more.

26 Aug 2026 10:19 am
Gold and silver price today, 26 Aug: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai, other cities

On August 26, MCX gold prices rose in India as crude oil prices fell and the US dollar weakened. Check retail rates of both gold and silver in your city.

26 Aug 2026 10:12 am
Home Loan Insurance Claim Rejected After Borrowers Death: NCDRC Explains Why Medical History Disclosure Matters

The NCDRC has upheld ICICI Prudential Life Insurances rejection of a home loan insurance claim after finding that the deceased borrower had suppressed material medical information. The case highlights why borrowers must accurately disclose pre-existing illnesses and medical history.

26 Aug 2026 9:46 am
Share trading profits aren't always reported as capital gains; check when they qualify as business income

Profits from stock trading can be classified as capital gains or business income for tax purposes, impacting ITR filing deadlines. Here's when they are classified as business income.

26 Aug 2026 9:39 am
Meta reportedly discussing a mid-trial settlement as the case by 29 state attorneys general enters its second week

Meta is reportedly discussing a mid-trial settlement in a case brought by 29 states accusing it of designing Facebook and Instagram to addict teens. The company faces potential penalties of up to $1.4 trillion if it loses the trial.

26 Aug 2026 8:58 am
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: 4,000 women to get sanction letters on August 26, 2,500 aid from September 1

Around 9.13 lakh women have registered for the Delhi Lakshmi Yojana, with 6.52 lakh applications finally submitted. The Delhi government is formally launching the scheme on August 26, with sanction letters being handed over to around 4,000 eligible women.

26 Aug 2026 8:30 am
Section 87A rebate denied by CPC on STCG? ITAT Jaipur ruling offers relief to taxpayer for AY 2024-25

The ITAT Jaipur has ruled that eligible taxpayers could claim Section 87A rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains under Section 111A for AY 2024-25. The Tribunal said the law applicable that year did not expressly bar the rebate on STCG, despite the CPC denying it during return processing.

26 Aug 2026 8:14 am
Indian ITs mid-caps are gaining ground in the bank battle

Indias mid-sized IT firms are outpacing larger rivals in BFSI revenue growth, benefiting from challenger banks, new clients and greater flexibility as large firms face insourcing and vendor consolidation.

26 Aug 2026 6:00 am
Hero MotoCorp opts for an unorthodox strategy for its leadership reset

Hero MotoCorp has appointed five senior executives from non-two-wheeler backgrounds to steer its shift toward electric vehicles, premium motorcycles, and exports. 

26 Aug 2026 6:00 am
Shree Naman Group wins bids for JW Marriott Bengaluru, Crowne Plaza Pune at 1,800 crore

Shree Naman Group wins bids for two Advantage Raheja Group properties after a six-month bidding process under the insolvency resolution mechanism.

26 Aug 2026 6:00 am
Intuits annual forecast falls short of estimates as it prioritizes customer growth

INTUIT-RESULTS/ (PIX):Intuit's annual forecast falls short of estimates as it prioritizes customer growth

26 Aug 2026 1:32 am
Elon Musks space company to build new rocket launching site in Louisiana

Elon Musk's space company to build new rocket launching site in Louisiana

26 Aug 2026 12:00 am
Franklins Araghi Says Nvidia Holders Want Map, Not Just a Beat

Franklin Templetons Sara Araghi said Nvidia Corp. needs to go beyond a headline earnings beat and provide investors with concrete detail on how it plans to deploy capital and sustain its spending plans.

26 Aug 2026 12:00 am