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5 Uncomfortable Home Buying Questions You MUST Ask

Buying a home? Go beyond rent vs. EMI. Ask these 5 crucial, uncomfortable questions about your finances and future plans before you commit.

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FD Rates Revised: HDFC, Federal, Slice, ESAF Banks Adjust Rates

HDFC Bank, Federal Bank, Slice SFB, and ESAF SFB revise FD rates up to 8.50% for seniors ahead of RBI’s new bulk deposit rule effective Oct 1.

A bar chart illustrating India's corporate profits growing significantly faster than gross fixed asset investment from FY21 to FY24.

India Corporate Profits Surge Past Investment Post-Pandemic

India’s corporate profits have significantly outpaced investment growth since the pandemic, reveals a new paper from the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister.

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Indian Banks Closed for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi: Aug 26 Holiday Alert

Many Indian bank branches are closed on August 26 for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi. Check which states are affected and stay updated on digital banking services.

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India’s AI Ambition: Global Race & Indigenous Models

India invests heavily in AI, developing indigenous models amidst a global race. Experts predict a decade for full impact, highlighting Voice AI and major capital expenditures.

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EAC-PM Recommends Bank Mergers for Global Competitiveness

EAC-PM report suggests further Indian bank consolidation to create globally competitive institutions, boosting India’s developed nation ambitions by 2047.

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DSP Nifty 10 Yr G-Sec ETF NAV Hits 26.7281

DSP Nifty 10 Yr Benchmark G-Sec ETF-Growth fund’s NAV reached 26.7281 on August 21, 2026. Managed by Anil Ghelani & Diipesh Shah.

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US to Benefit from Canada Tariffs, Says USDA Chief

USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins believes the US can gain from the escalating trade dispute with Canada, despite retaliatory tariffs on American imports.

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Gulbarga Silver Rate Today: ₹2,71,900/KG on Aug 26

Silver prices in Gulbarga remain steady at ₹2,71,900 per KG on August 26, 2026. Explore monthly trends and historical data.

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Japan Banks Cite Currency, Regulatory Risks in India Investments

Japanese financial institutions voice concerns over currency volatility and regulatory hurdles affecting short-term investments in India, despite long-term growth confidence.

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US Sanctions Indian Firms Over Iran Oil Trade

The US imposes sanctions on four Indian companies, including Portease Partners LLP, for importing petroleum and petrochemical products from Iran as part of ‘Operation Economic Outcast’.

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Varun Beverages Enters Alcohol Market, Expands Globally

Varun Beverages, PepsiCo’s second-largest bottler, strategically enters India’s alcohol market with KIVA Spirits and expands globally via a Tunisia joint venture.

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Karnataka Silver Price Stable at ₹2,71,900/KG on Aug 25

Silver prices in Karnataka remained steady at ₹2,71,900 per KG on August 25, 2026. Explore daily and monthly trends for silver rates in Karnataka.

A wooden gavel, an ITC Aashirvaad Atta package with '100% Atta' claim, and FSSAI documents, depicting the court's interim order.

Delhi HC Halts FSSAI License Cancellation for ITC’s ‘100%’ Claim

Delhi High Court grants interim relief to ITC, preventing FSSAI from cancelling its license over ‘100% Atta’ claims. FSSAI to respond by Sept 9.

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ONGC Videsh Invests $200M in Venezuela Oilfield Revival

ONGC Videsh commits $200M to revive Venezuela’s San Cristobal oilfield, aiming to restore peak production after securing a vital US license.

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India Aims for 100 New Merchant Ships Amidst Reforms

India plans to add 100 merchant ships in five years, boosting domestic tonnage and reducing foreign freight costs through reflagging incentives and fiscal reforms.

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Singapore Tax Cuts & Visa Ease Boost Asset Management Hub

Singapore enhances its asset management sector with new tax exemptions and streamlined visa policies to attract global talent and funds, solidifying its hub status.

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India, China Reaffirm Border Dispute Settlement Talks

India and China renew commitment to a fair border dispute settlement after high-level talks in Beijing between NSA Ajit Doval and FM Wang Yi.

Illustration: Indian emblem overseeing sale of corporate assets into a fund, symbolizing government's strategic disinvestment.

India Eyes ₹80,000 Cr PSU Stake Sales by FY27

India’s government aims to raise ₹80,000 crore by FY27 through PSU disinvestment, building on ₹52,000 crore already secured. DIPAM Secretary expresses confidence in achieving the target.

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India-Canada Economic Dialogue: Toronto Meet Boosts Ties

India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman meets Canadian counterpart in Toronto for the inaugural Economic and Financial Dialogue, focusing on investment and financial sector collaboration.

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India’s Primary Market Boom: Billions Shift from Equities

Discover how India’s booming primary market, driven by IPOs and QIPs, is diverting significant domestic investor capital away from secondary equities.

India’s Lower-Middle Class Reverts to Offline Payments in 2026

India’s Lower-Middle Class Reverts to Offline Payments in 2026

Study: India’s lower-middle class increasingly prefers offline transactions for payments in 2026, reversing digital trends for bill payments. Learn why.

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Mondelez, Amway Remove Misleading Ads After FSSAI Action

Mondelez India & Amway India remove misleading claims from ads & labels after FSSAI notices. Ensuring greater transparency for consumers in the Indian market.

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India’s Logistics: A Global Supply Chain Imperative

Discover how India’s evolving logistics sector is becoming a strategic priority, essential for integrating the nation into the next phase of global supply chains.

US Sanctions on Iran: China Confrontation & Oil Market Risks

US Sanctions on Iran: China Confrontation & Oil Market Risks

US threatens ‘economic onslaught’ on Iran, risking confrontation with China and impacting global oil markets. Explore the geopolitical and economic implications.

India Boosts US LPG, LNG Imports Amid Gulf Supply Woes

India Boosts US LPG, LNG Imports Amid Gulf Supply Woes

India pivots to US for LPG & LNG, bypassing Gulf disruptions due to West Asia conflicts. Expects higher costs for secure energy supply.

Crude Oil Prices Drop 3% as Iran Sanctions Impact Muted

Crude Oil Prices Drop 3% as Iran Sanctions Impact Muted

Crude oil prices tumbled over 3%, with Brent below $90, as markets shrugged off new US sanctions on Iran and eased supply disruption fears.

Bertolli Olive Oil: New Squeeze & Spray for Indian Kitchens

Bertolli Olive Oil: New Squeeze & Spray for Indian Kitchens

Bertolli launches convenient squeeze and spray olive oil bottles in India, catering to modern, healthy cooking trends for home cooks.

US Sanctions Indian Firms Over Iran Oil Trade

US Sanctions Indian Firms Over Iran Oil Trade

US imposes sanctions on four Indian companies for importing petroleum and petrochemical products from Iran, targeting Tehran’s financial support for destabilizing activities.

India Boosts Defence: DRDO Missile Tech Transfer to Local Firms

India Boosts Defence: DRDO Missile Tech Transfer to Local Firms

India approves DRDO missile technology transfer to domestic firms, bolstering self-reliance and boosting local defence manufacturing under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

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