PPF, SCSS and NSC have outperformed equity in last 2 years, but should you write off equities?Small savings schemes vs Nifty indices: While equities have shown muted returns recently, small savings schemes have offered stable returns...
FD interest rates up to 7.80%: These 2 banks have increased fixed deposit rates on select tenures; investors to earn moreHIghest FD interest rates: Unity Small Finance Bank and AU Small Finance Bank have revised their fixed deposit interest rates, offering enh...
Adani Energy Solutions’ IntelliSmart deal seen a costly but timely betIn a bold strategic move, Adani Energy Solutions has secured the smart metering firm IntelliSmart Infrastructure for a staggering ₹3,050 cr...
Agriculture Ministry's FY27 budget at Rs 1.4 lakh crore a five-fold jump from 2013-14 levelThe Modi government has five-folded the agriculture ministry budget to Rs 1.4 lakh crore for 2026-27. Over 3,000 climate-resistant crop var...
India's current account deficit to stand at 1.8% of GDP for FY27: ICICI Bank Global Market ReportIndia is expected to see a current account deficit of 1.8 per cent of GDP in FY27 as against around 2 per cent projected earlier. This adju...
Retirement planning: 7 golden rules you must consider for easy retirementRetirement planning should focus on generating sustainable income while ensuring the corpus lasts throughout life. Key factors include acco...
Rs 7 lakh life insurance cover at zero premium, which very few EPF members are aware of; check how to claim when neededEmployees' Provident Fund contributions offer a life insurance cover of up to Rs 7 lakh through the EDLI scheme, at no extra premium. This ...
Shivraj Singh Chouhan meets states for smooth shift to VB-G RAM G schemeRural development minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan met state counterparts to ensure the smooth rollout of a new employment guarantee program ...
Highest FD interest rates of 5 major banks: SBI, PNB, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Bank of BarodaDespite the RBI maintaining the repo rate at 5.25%, major banks like SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB, and Bank of Baroda are offering competitive fix...
From tax exemption to FCNR(B) deposits: How India is trying to attract foreign capitalIndia is taking steps to attract foreign investment and boost its economy. The Reserve Bank of India and the government have introduced new...
Rajesh Exports founder denies fund diversion in ACC Energy, says SEBI misread accounting entriesRajesh Exports Chairman Rajesh Mehta refutes SEBI's fund diversion claims. He states accounting entries were misunderstood. The company fac...
Best tax saving mutual funds or ELSS to invest in June 2026Taxpayers can save income tax up to Rs 1.5 lakh annually by investing in Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS). These tax-saving mutual fund...
India banks could raise $35-$40 billion via RBI's foreign currency deposit scheme, PNB CEO Ashok Chandra saysIndian banks anticipate raising up to $40 billion through foreign currency deposits. The Reserve Bank of India is backing a new scheme to a...
Best large & mid cap funds to invest in June 2026Large & mid cap mutual funds blend stability from large caps with the growth potential of mid caps, offering a riskier but potentially rewa...
AlphaGrep enters MF space, eyes Rs 25,000-30,000 cr AUM in 3-5 yrs; to launch maiden scheme on Jul 6The move comes after the company received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) to commence mutual fund operation...
RBI MPC Meeting 2026: Will FD interest rates increase as RBI holds repo rate?Despite the RBI keeping the repo rate unchanged, several factors suggest banks may increase fixed deposit rates soon. Rising inflation, a h...
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...