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West Bengal Chief Minister at a press conference, gesturing while speaking into microphones with a crowd behind him.

WB CM Assures DA Dues Clearance as Per SC Order

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari assures state government employees that pending dearness allowance (DA) dues will be cleared, adhering to a Supreme Court order. A significant step towards resolving long-standing employee demands.

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A wide shot of a dusty fuel distribution hub with stacks of red LPG cylinders in the foreground and white fuel trucks.

LPG Sales Drop 24%, Petrol & Diesel Consumption Rises in May

May sees a 24% drop in LPG sales by state-run companies, contrasting with a rise in petrol and diesel consumption, indicating a significant shift in fuel usage patterns.

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An expansive view of an Indian electric vehicle factory, with blue-uniformed workers moving along an assembly line of new cars.

India EV Sales Soar 79% in May: Tata & Mahindra Lead

India’s electric vehicle sales jumped 79% in May, fueled by rising fuel prices. Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra dominate market share, signaling strong EV adoption.

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An aerial view of a vast solar farm in India under a hazy sky, with a utility truck and workers on a dirt road.

Avaada Group Bags $950M for India’s Renewable Energy Projects

Avaada Group secures $950M debt financing for India’s largest renewable project in Bikaner and two solar projects in Rajasthan & Gujarat, boosting green energy.

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ED Arrests Realty Tycoon Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 Cr Bank Fraud

ED Arrests Realty Tycoon Vikram Wadhwa in Rs 645 Cr Bank Fraud

Enforcement Directorate arrests real estate tycoon Vikram Wadhwa in a Rs 645 crore bank fraud case involving IDFC First Bank accounts and alleged siphoning of public funds.

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An expansive, dusty construction site in India, with numerous workers, heavy machinery, and partially built concrete foundations.

Amazon Boosts Mumbai Data Centre Capacity with Rs 125 Cr Land Deal

Amazon Data Services India acquires 10.6 acres for Rs 125 crore, significantly expanding its Mumbai data centre campus and bolstering cloud infrastructure in India’s largest market.

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An aerial shot of a vast construction site under an overcast sky. Numerous multi-story concrete structures are under construction, surrounded by large expanses of red-brown earth. Heavy machinery, including excavators, dump trucks, and cranes, are scattered across the site. Dust rises from the ground, blurring the background.

Anant Raj Invests ₹20,000 Cr in Haryana Data Centers

Anant Raj Limited commits ₹20,000 crore to develop data centers in Haryana, boosting digital infrastructure and jobs, aligning with ‘Make in Haryana’.

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A man and a woman in business attire sit on a sofa in a modern apartment, looking at a tablet. A laptop and papers are on a glass table.

India’s High Earners: Escape Lifestyle Trap, Build Wealth

Discover strategies for India’s high-earning professionals to break free from the lifestyle trap, manage EMIs and inflation, and build lasting wealth for financial independence.

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A man in a blue shirt sits at a bank counter, reviewing documents. Behind him, other employees assist customers.

Indian Banks: Most Loans Under 9% Amid RBI Rate Cuts

Nearly 2/3 of Indian bank loans are now below 9% interest rates, driven by RBI cuts. This boosts credit growth but challenges bank net interest margins.

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A man in a white kurta speaks into a microphone, surrounded by a crowd of people holding protest signs.

8th Pay Commission: Fitment Factor Debate Heats Up

India’s 8th Pay Commission fitment factor debate intensifies due to inflation. Unions & experts discuss salary revisions for government employees & pensioners.

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A wide shot of a Siemens India factory complex under a hazy sky, featuring industrial buildings, smokestacks, and large motors.

Siemens India Sells Motors Business to Innomotics for ₹2,200 Cr

Siemens India divests its Low Voltage & Geared Motors business to Innomotics India for ₹2,200 crore. Deal effective Jan 1, 2026, includes customer service.

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A large digital stock ticker board on the side of a modern building in an Indian city shows financial information and news headlines, with people walking on the sidewalk below.

NRI Land Investment India: NRE/NRO Accounts & Capital Gains Tax

US NRIs investing in Indian land: Understand how NRE vs. NRO accounts impact FEMA, repatriation, but NOT capital gains tax. Key insights for property buyers.

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A wide shot of a port with many large, rusty steel coils in the foreground, and cranes, forklifts, ships, and industrial smoke in the background under an overcast sky.

Indian Steelmakers Battle Surge in Cheap Chinese Imports

Chinese steel exports to India hit a 2-year high in April, making India a net importer. Domestic producers face pressure from cheap imports, impacting the market.

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UPI Transactions Surge 3.8% in May, Cross 23 Billion Mark Amid Market Cap Discussions

UPI Transactions Hit 23 Billion in May: NPCI Drives Growth

India’s UPI transactions surged 3.8% in May 2026, crossing 23 billion. NPCI initiatives boost competition and digital payments.

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A woman in a sari sits at a worn wooden desk, holding a small booklet, facing a male bank employee. Others wait in line.

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: Maturity & Withdrawal Rules Explained

Understand Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana maturity at 21 years & early withdrawal options for education/marriage. Key rules for your daughter’s financial future.

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Radhika Gupta: Future Finance Jobs Beyond Crowded Markets

Radhika Gupta: Future Finance Jobs Beyond Crowded Markets

Edelweiss CEO Radhika Gupta urges students to explore diverse finance careers, highlighting talent shortages in emerging sectors over traditional roles like investment banking.

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Punjab Cabinet: DA, Pay Arrears & 65,000 Employee Regularisation

Punjab Cabinet to discuss dearness allowance, pay arrears, and regularise over 65,000 employees and pensioners. Key financial decisions expected.

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A wide shot inside a modern, brightly lit semiconductor cleanroom with automated machinery and a few masked workers.

Assam Semiconductor Plant to Start Production This Fiscal

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test plant in Assam will begin chip production this fiscal year, boosting India’s tech manufacturing.

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An interior view of a multi-level shopping mall with numerous people walking and browsing stores.

Summer Sales Surge: Malls Thrive Amid Heatwaves & Holidays

Discover how heatwaves and school holidays are driving a summer sales surge in malls and retail outlets, boosting the economy and consumer spending indoors.

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An industrial interior with several workers, wearing yellow hard hats and blue coveralls, filling colorful paint cans on an assembly line.

India Paint Industry Eyes Growth Despite Crude Oil Volatility

India’s paint sector projects robust FY27 volume growth, fueled by urban and rural demand, even amidst crude oil price fluctuations and input cost pressures.

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An open-plan office with financial traders at desks, each with multiple monitors showing stock charts and data.

Taiwan Market Cap Surpasses India: Investor Debate Ignites

Taiwan’s market cap now exceeds India’s, sparking investor debate on market sustainability and risk. Explore the implications for global finance.

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Inside a cleanroom, researchers in white suits operate machinery; reflections of servers and data overlays on glass partition.

India-US AI & Chip Partnership for Next-Gen Tech

India and the US strengthen AI and semiconductor collaboration, fostering tech integration and investment for next-generation technology access.

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India's Real Money Gaming Faces Existential Threat After Supreme Court Upholds GST

India’s Real Money Gaming GST Ruling: Existential Threat Looms

India’s real money gaming sector faces insolvency after Supreme Court upholds 28% GST levy. Retrospective tax demands intensify regulatory pressure and financial challenges.

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A white SUV with "BlaBlaCar" branding is parked on a busy street in India, picking up several passengers.

India Becomes BlaBlaCar’s Largest Market Due to Fuel Prices

Rising fuel prices, driven by global events, have made India BlaBlaCar’s top market as users seek affordable carpooling solutions.

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An overhead view of a large, busy trading floor with multiple men sitting at desks, each with numerous computer monitors displaying market data.

Market Manipulation: Investor Lessons on Uneven Fields

Discover how market manipulation and insider trading create uneven playing fields. Learn essential investor lessons to navigate financial markets strategically and avoid common pitfalls.

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An elderly Indian man in a white shirt sits at a wooden desk, pointing at a laptop screen displaying an income tax filing portal.

ITR Filing AY 2026-27 Open: Senior Citizens’ Form Challenges

ITR filing for AY 2026-27 is now open. Discover the challenges senior citizens face in selecting the correct Income Tax Return form, especially with ITR-3 inactive.

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An industrial landscape featuring a refinery with large spherical tanks, pipelines, and a sign for "GUJARAT REFINERY - EXPORT TERMINAL". A ship is visible in the background on the water.

India Cuts Export Duties on Petrol, Diesel, ATF from June 1

India slashes export duties on petrol, diesel, and ATF from June 1. New rates to be reviewed fortnightly based on global oil prices.

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A wide shot of a crowded airport departure hall with many travelers, some with luggage, walking past check-in counters.

Indian Travelers Choose Short-Haul Over Long-Haul Due to Airfares

Indian travelers are opting for short-haul destinations like Southeast Asia, Australia, and domestic trips due to soaring airfares and flight disruptions affecting long-haul travel.

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Two people talking outside a bank with a "Banks Closed" sign; a security guard stands nearby.

India Bank Holidays: SBI, HDFC Closed June 1-6, 2026

Plan ahead! Major Indian banks like SBI & HDFC will be closed for one day between June 1-6, 2026, due to RBI holidays. Check your bank’s schedule.

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EaseMyTrip Reports ₹15.4 Cr Net Loss in Q4 FY26, Posts Full-Year Negative Profit

EaseMyTrip Reports ₹15.4 Cr Loss in Q4 FY26, Full-Year Profit Reverses

EaseMyTrip announces a Q4 FY26 net loss of ₹15.4 Cr, reversing prior year profits. Full-year FY26 loss stands at ₹47.5 Cr, signaling a financial downturn for the online travel company.

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