India Inc hikes prices, shrinks packs as Iran war squeezes marginsIndian businesses face mounting pressure from soaring oil, freight, and insurance costs. Companies are increasing prices and reducing produ...
08 Jun, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
LPG Prices Hiked: Domestic cooking gas rates increased by Rs 29 per cylinder; Here's what consumers will now payLPG Price Today: Domestic LPG cylinder prices have been increased by Rs 29, taking the cost of a 14.2-kg cylinder in Delhi to Rs 942 with e...
07 Jun, 2026, 08.21 AM IST
Bengaluru rent making survival 'very difficult': What's causing house rent prices to increase? Woman exposes the expectation vs reality gapA Bengaluru woman has sparked an online debate about the city's rising rental costs after claiming that many landlords assume every tenant ...
06 Jun, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
India sets standard pack sizes for cooking oils to help shoppers compare pricesIndia has ordered cooking oil makers and importers to use only nine standard pack sizes. This move aims to help shoppers easily compare pri...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
Sleep on thisIn an ironic twist, a recent trade pact transforms ambitions into dilemmas, leaving society fatigued. Economic indicators show growth, iron...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
For a few dollars more: Inflation bypass can hurtIndia's central bank holds interest rates steady despite rising inflation. The focus shifts to stabilizing the rupee with a new dollar depo...
06 Jun, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Geopolitical churn continues to impact costs, amid diverse consumer expectations: Nestle chairman Manish TiwaryNestle India sees rural areas as a major growth avenue. The company is focusing on increasing sales volume and investing more in its brands...
05 Jun, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
Stable rates, steady demand: Why real estate players see RBI's pause as a confidence boosterWith retail inflation easing to 3.48% in April and remaining below the RBI's 4% target, industry stakeholders see little immediate pressure...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
RBI holds repo rate, but for how long will relief for home loan borrowers continue?The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% has provided relief to home loan borrowers, but rising inflation could trigger ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
Why the RBI kept rates unchanged amid oil, rupee and geopolitical pressuresRBI Repo Rate: The Reserve Bank of India has maintained its key interest rate at 5.25%. This decision prioritizes economic growth as inflat...
05 Jun, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
Why has the average mortgage payment crossed $2,000, and how can you lower yours as mortgage rates remain stubbornly high in 2026?The average mortgage payment has surged past $2,000 for the first time, reaching $2,005 as high mortgage rates, rising home prices, and per...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
Australia's lower house passes bill for biggest overhaul of taxes in decadesAustralia's parliament has approved a major tax reform. The government is curbing tax breaks for property investors to boost housing afford...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
Gold rises on softer dollar, oil as markets weigh US-Iran peace optimismGold prices saw a boost on Thursday, driven by a weaker dollar and declining crude oil. Hopes for a U.S.-Iran conflict resolution, followin...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
RBI's rate-setting panel starts deliberations, policy announcement on FridayThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) began its three-day meeting on Wednesday, with most economists expecting the central bank to keep...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Raise it, regulators: A repo rate hike - 50 bps increase to 5.75 perhaps - will reduce CAD, incentivise capital flowsIndia's monetary policy committee faces a complex decision. Delayed economic growth data and an unknown US Federal Reserve policy create si...
01 Jun, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
US-Iran conflict adds fresh strain to Pakistan's fragile economyPakistan faces a growing inflation crisis. Tensions between the United States and Iran are driving up fuel prices. This is making daily lif...
31 May, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
US Stock Market: Mortgage rates hit 9-month high as inflation worries deepenUS mortgage rates reached a nine-month high of 6.65% last week, driven by elevated oil prices and inflation concerns. This surge, coupled w...
28 May, 2026, 09.16 AM IST