Assam Budget 2026-27: Spotlight falls on polygamy after big announcement by state FM Jayanta Malla BaruahAmong Assam's 2026-27 budget proposals, a major one is that polygamous men will be barred from accessing government schemes. Additionally, ...
11 Jul, 2026, 10.36 AM IST
India's richer middle class is living a more dollar-linked life while earning in rupeesDollar spending India: The country's expanding middle class now spends more on foreign goods and services. International travel and oversea...
09 Jul, 2026, 12.20 PM IST
In Pakistan, not just living but dying too is getting more expensiveFuneral expenses in Rawalpindi are becoming unaffordable for many families. Low-income households now borrow money for burial rites and ser...
07 Jul, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
Pakistan's rising taxes turn burials into costly burden for grieving familiesPakistan's funeral expenses have significantly increased due to escalating taxes and government charges. Families now struggle to afford ba...
07 Jul, 2026, 02.11 PM IST
Indian Embassy in Azerbaijan organises first-ever 'Great Indian Mango Festival' in BakuThe Indian Embassy in Baku hosted a Great Indian Mango Festival on Sunday. This event introduced Azerbaijan to India's celebrated 'King of ...
07 Jul, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Urban India spends 1. 6x more on weekends than weekdays: StudyThe weekend shopping rush has become a hallmark of urban Indian life, with discretionary spending nearly doubling as shoppers flock to mall...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Rs 5 lakh medical emergency led him into Rs 15 lakh debt: 3 warning signs of debt trap that get ignored, financial advisor explainsA financial advisor has shared the story of a Pune-based operations manager who saw his debt rise to over ₹15 lakh after taking a loan for ...
04 Jul, 2026, 05.06 PM IST
Preparing Your Brand for Agentic AIAI agents are transforming brand-consumer relationships. The authors explore how brands must adapt to a new retail environment in which con...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.56 PM IST
Annapurna Yojana Status Check online: How to check your name on the beneficiary list for Rs 3,000 monthly DBT in Bengal and what to do if your name is missing? Here are the detailsAnnapurna Yojana Portal Status: The West Bengal government has started transferring ₹3,000 monthly to nearly 1.1 crore women as part of the...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Fruit Fly problems: Homemade simple red wine vinegar trap and importance of preventionFruit flies may be small, but they can become a persistent problem if ignored. A homemade trap using red wine vinegar or apple cider vinega...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
These mid-cap stocks with ‘Strong Buy’ & ‘Buy’ recos can rally over 25%, according to analystsGiven the state of the market these days, it would be wise to be selective. Not only in terms of stocks, but also in terms of sectors. For ...
02 Jul, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Your electricity provider may soon have competition in Gurugram. What it means for consumersGurugram's power supply monopoly may soon end, with a proposal before the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission to introduce a second d...
01 Jul, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
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...
29 Jun, 2026, 06.54 PM IST
Europe heatwave: Indian couple in Paris wait 90 minutes to buy a ‘luxury’ fan, say people are fighting to get oneEurope heatwave: An Indian couple in Paris waited 90 minutes to buy a fan as extreme temperatures hit Europe, disrupting transport, infrast...
29 Jun, 2026, 02.26 PM IST
Of service to the State: Bengal should prioritise high-skill services, sidestep constraints that make manufacturing difficultWest Bengal's new budget prioritizes job creation, but the path through manufacturing faces significant hurdles like fragmented land and in...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.35 PM IST
HP opposes centre's 'VB-G RAM G' scheme, says new norms will burden state with Rs 164 crore annually and reduce wagesHimachal Pradesh government vehemently opposes the Centre's renaming of MGNREGA to 'VB-G RAM G' and its new funding framework. Minister Ani...
25 Jun, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Walmart's Flipkart, Amazon step up India 'quick commerce' bet as competition heats upWalmart's Flipkart and Amazon are accelerating their quick commerce expansion in India, targeting smaller cities to compete with domestic p...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST