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India's biggest barrier for women who dream to work isn't a lack of jobs. It's unpaid careUnpaid care work, not job scarcity, keeps most Indian women out of the workforce in major cities, a new survey reveals. While female labour...- Is your home loan ruling your life? Know the hidden cost of a big EMIMany Indians stretch finances for dream homes, but hefty home loans lead to years of uncomfortable choices. Borrowers face lifestyle compre...
- Financial independence for children: How families in the US and India split the bills when adult children stay homeIn the United States, those graduating in the 21st century especially have been seeking to return to the homes of their boomer parents. In ...
- Middle class, aspirational consumers to drive 93% of India's spending by 2036: SitharamanIndia's middle class is poised to fuel significant economic expansion, with 93% of all spending expected to originate from this segment by ...
- Prices climb, but low loan rates keep homes affordableSix out of eight major cities within affordability threshold in the first half of 2026; stable employment and income help sustain demand.
- India has got a $5 trillion sleeping giant: Can govt wake it up?India holds an estimated $5 trillion worth of gold in households and temples, yet continues to spend billions importing more every year. As...
- Home affordability holds firm despite rising prices: Knight FrankHomebuyer affordability remains strong across most Indian cities in early 2026, with lower borrowing costs offsetting rising property price...
- As FD rates moderate, investment in bonds emerge as the next destination for fixed-income investors for wealth creationChoosing the best Nifty-based index fund involves more than just a low expense ratio. Experts emphasize that tracking error, which measures...
- Not fancy dinners or date night. Harvard psychologists find a shortcut that can make couples significantly happier after a study of 40,000 peopleForget grand gestures; freeing up time from chores can boost relationship happiness, research suggests. Spending money on services like cle...
- Psychology says people who raise several children aren't making identical life choices: What the behavior reveals?Psychology says people who raise several children aren't always motivated by the same reasons. Psychology explains that family size is infl...
- Delhi EV Policy aims to cut ownership costs, boost adoption: CM Rekha GuptaDelhi's new EV Policy 2026 aims to make electric vehicles economically attractive for citizens. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted that...
- Cut GST on smartphones below Rs 25,000 to 5%: GT Bharat-PWIF reportA new whitepaper suggests a significant GST reduction on smartphones under Rs 25,000 to 5%, while retaining 18% for pricier models. This mo...
- Psychology explains why modern couples prefer being DINKs instead of having childrenModern couples are increasingly embracing the DINK (Dual Income, No Kids) lifestyle, prioritizing personal fulfillment, financial security,...
- This US city will pay you $9,500 to move there for a year: How to apply, eligibility, benefits, and application process explainedWisconsin's Fond du Lac County is offering remote workers up to $9,500 to relocate, aiming to boost its workforce and population. The incen...
- Oil cools, monsoon heats up concerns for India's rural economyThe recent drop in crude oil prices is providing some relief from inflation worries. Yet, the unpredictable monsoon season poses a serious ...
- India is plotting a game-changer for RBI, banks, corporates, investorsIndia is planning a high-frequency index to track its vast informal economy, covering millions of unincorporated companies. The proposed Mo...
- Used-car market enters new era: Why more Indians are choosing used cars despite rising incomesIndia's used car market is booming, projected to hit $70 billion by FY31 as buyers increasingly choose pre-owned vehicles for value and sma...
- Sridhar Vembu on why Chennai and Bengaluru land prices rival New YorkZoho founder Sridhar Vembu blames corruption for soaring land prices in Indian cities like Chennai and Bengaluru, comparing them to New Yor...
- 'You aren't successful if you need Rs 3 lakh a month just to survive': CA explains the hidden trap of lifestyle inflationUrban professionals are increasingly trapped by rising lifestyle costs, not low income, according to Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik. He...
- Slowing rural incomes could weigh on consumer demand: Dhananjay SinhaHeadline rural wage growth in India is misleading, with underlying increases significantly lower than reported. Rising inflation, reverse m...
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