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
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.
04 Jul, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
He could easily afford a 2BHK but chose to rent. 2 years later, a sudden incident made him realise the true cost of rental housesA techie's housing experience has reignited the long-running debate over renting versus buying a home after an investor shared how the empl...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
Techie served 15-day notice to vacate rented flat, sparks owning vs renting debateA finance professional's account of a friend forced to vacate a rented flat with just 15 days' notice, despite being financially capable of...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.04 PM IST
Nokia: How a forgotten stock from Finland doubled investors wealth in AI comeback storyNokia shares have doubled in 2026 as investors increasingly view the company as an AI infrastructure player. Strong cloud and AI orders, br...
03 Jul, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
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...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
5 unusual edible plants you can grow at home for better taste, nutrition and varietyTired of the same old garden greens? Discover five unique edible plants that can transform your backyard into a culinary adventure. From th...
03 Jul, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
FIFA World Cup powers shift to bigger TVs amid cautious consumer spendingDespite a dip in India's smart TV market early in 2026, the FIFA World Cup is driving sales of premium, large-screen televisions. Consumers...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.23 PM IST
Rs 1.5 crore home purchase, Rs 25 lakh income: Smart move or costly mistake? Man shares why it backfired in just one year. 3 lessons to learnA Reddit user's post about regretting the purchase of a ₹1.5 crore apartment has sparked a wider discussion on home affordability and finan...
01 Jul, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Haryana scam shocker: IAS officer arrested on retirement day in ₹593-crore IDFC Bank fraud probeIn a significant development, the CBI apprehended senior IAS officer Pardeep Kumar on his retirement day in connection with a ₹593-crore Ha...
01 Jul, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq post best quarter since 2020 despite Iran warIndian markets closed the quarter on a high, mirroring global trends with significant gains for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, driven by optimism ...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.35 AM IST
CBI arrests three in embezzlement of Rs 504 crore from Haryana govt accountsA senior IAS officer, Pardeep Kumar, has been arrested by the CBI for his alleged role in embezzling Rs 504 crore from Haryana government a...
30 Jun, 2026, 11.02 PM IST
SMBC Asia Rising Fund makes follow-on investments worth $12-15 million in three fintech startupsSMBC Asia Rising Fund (ARF) has injected $12-15 million in follow-on investments into Easy Home Finance, Vayana, and DPDzero. These strateg...
30 Jun, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Buying a Rs 50 lakh home? Your home loan could cost Rs 83 lakh. Bengaluru CA shares a simple financial strategy to beat the interestA Bengaluru chartered accountant revealed the substantial long-term cost of home loan interest, which can double a property's price. She ad...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.58 AM IST
Psychology explains why some people genuinely love staying at home, and it's not just because they're introvertsA recent study reveals that our deep connection to home stems less from personality and more from experiences. Researchers found that feeli...
29 Jun, 2026, 12.04 PM IST
US dollar heads into second half of 2026 as world’s top-performing major currencyThe US dollar is set to enter the second half of 2026 on a strong footing, supported by higher interest rates, resilient economic growth an...
26 Jun, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
Bank of America names new Southeast Asia investment banking head, memo showsBank of America has appointed Dominic Tan as its new head of Southeast Asia investment banking, a role he will juggle alongside his existin...
25 Jun, 2026, 05.11 PM IST