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Gratuity Rule Change: 1-Year Eligibility Announced

Gratuity eligibility reduced to 1 year from 5! New labor codes effective Nov 21, 2025. Applies to a specific employee category. Stay informed!

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Construction site with workers in hard hats and vests, with a sign for "RPS Azalea" in the foreground.

RPS Group Invests ₹110 Cr in Bahadurgarh Township

RPS Group invests ₹110 Cr in RPS Azalea, Bahadurgarh. Plotted township construction starts soon, delivery by 2027. Modern living with great connectivity.

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Four humanoid robots gather around a table with laptops, a whiteboard, and coffee cups, working on tax issues.

AI Companies & VAT: Taxing Zero-Person Businesses

AI-operated ‘zero-person’ companies challenge VAT rules. Determining the place of establishment is complex as AI uses distributed cloud infrastructure. Learn more.

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South Korean trade officials in suits sit around a large conference table, with one speaking and a world map on a screen.

S. Korea Seeks Trade Deals with Mexico & Mercosur

South Korea’s Industry Ministry aims to finalize trade deals with Mexico & Mercosur to boost exports for auto, steel & appliance sectors in Latin America.

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A long freight train carrying containers moves on an elevated railway track curving above a busy street market in an Indian city.

Indian Railways: Record Growth in Passenger & Freight – FY26

Indian Railways reports record growth in passenger and freight operations for FY26, highlighting its vital role in India’s transport infrastructure. Key stats inside!

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A male trader in a suit and glasses points to a computer screen displaying stock charts for "Rathi Steel" in a bustling Indian market office.

Indian Markets Steady; Rathi Steel Outperforms

Indian markets show resilience despite volatility. Rathi Steel shines with strong growth. Expert insights on navigating market uncertainty and key sectors.

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Employees in a modern office meeting, discussing data on a large screen displaying charts and graphs, with city views outside.

Eternal Ltd Issues ESOPs Worth ₹167 Cr

Eternal Ltd grants 74.18 lakh ESOPs valued at ₹167 Cr, reinforcing its commitment to employee retention and equity-linked compensation. Details on ESOP schemes inside.

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An Indian cityscape at dusk with a prominent red downward arrow and "75%" indicating a real estate fund drop.

West Asia Conflict: India Real Estate Funds Drop 75%

Indian real estate sees a 75% drop in foreign funds to $400M in Q1 2026 due to the West Asia conflict. Domestic demand expected to maintain resilience.

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Stacks of Indian rupee notes with a declining red arrow graph, set against a blurred city skyline and ocean.

Indian Banks: Margin Pressure in FY27 – Fitch

Fitch Ratings forecasts margin pressure for Indian banks in FY27 due to tighter liquidity. Rupee volatility challenges RBI’s response. Global risks loom.

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A busy trading floor with men intently watching multiple computer screens displaying red, downward-trending stock charts.

Indian Markets Crash on Mideast Tensions, Oil Surge

Indian markets plummeted amid Middle East tensions, rising oil prices, and FII outflows. Sensex and Nifty see major declines. Market volatility spikes.

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A group of Indian men in hard hats and vests gather around blueprints on a table at a construction site.

77Pillar Enters Dholera Smart City Real Estate

77Pillar expands into Dholera Smart City, Gujarat, connecting real estate developers and investors in the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor. Explore opportunities!

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Indian real estate professionals in suits stand around a table, discussing plans with construction visible through a large window.

India Real Estate Investments Surge 25% to $1.6B

Indian real estate booms in early 2026 with investments up 25% to $1.6 billion, driven by strong domestic capital. Office assets lead the growth.

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A candid shot of an Indian Oracle employee packing a box at her desk, with a colleague standing nearby, reflecting recent layoffs.

Oracle India Layoffs; Fintech IPOs Delayed

Oracle cuts 20% of its India staff amid global restructuring. Indian fintech IPOs, including Turtlemint and Moneyview, stall due to West Asia crisis jitters.

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A broken golden Rupee symbol on a financial chart with a downward arrow, symbolizing economic decline.

Rupee at ₹95: Impact on Your Finances & Investments

Rupee hits record low of ₹95! Learn how this affects your finances, EMIs, and investments. Expert tips for smart financial planning and weathering the storm.

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A hand deposits Indian currency into a blue piggy bank on a desk, with a Post Office building and financial documents in the background.

Post Office TD Rates Up to 7.5% – Beat Bank FDs!

FY27 Post Office TD rates offer up to 7.5%, surpassing bank FD rates. Secure, government-backed investment for stable returns in the April-June quarter.

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An illustration showing summer expenses like AC and travel on one side, and financial planning on the other.

Summer Budgeting: Beat Rising Expenses in India

Manage rising summer expenses in India! Learn smart budgeting tips to handle increased electricity bills, travel costs, and healthcare needs effectively.

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An oil tanker at a port with interconnected digital icons representing Russia, Philippines, South Korea, Sri Lanka, and the US.

Asian Nations Boost Russian Oil Imports Amid Energy Crisis

Philippines, South Korea & Sri Lanka increase Russian oil imports to combat energy crisis. US waivers enable purchases, stabilizing global oil prices.

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A man and woman in an Indian outdoor setting with many red gas cylinders, as one cooks on an electric stove.

India Gas Shortage: Iran War Impact & Electric Shift

India faces a cooking gas shortage due to Iran war disruptions impacting LPG supplies. This increases reliance on electric cooking, straining the power grid.

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