Forget the DOJ. For a Trump pardon, call "Bobby" and other influencersPresident Donald Trump's pardon system has shifted dramatically. Influence now hinges on personal networks and narratives of victimhood, by...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.28 PM IST
French Proverb of the Day: 'To a valiant heart, nothing is...'-Inspiring lesson on courage, determination and inner strengthA timeless French proverb, 'To a valiant heart, nothing is impossible,' underscores the profound impact of courage and determination. It as...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.14 AM IST
Spanish Proverb of the Day: “If life gives you lemons... ask for salt and tequila!” What if every setback is actually a hidden opportunity? Learn the powerful Spanish success lesson that teaches courage, resilience, optimism, and the mindset needed to thrive under pressureSpanish Proverb of the Day brings a fresh lesson for modern life. “If life gives you lemons... ask for salt and tequila!” is more than a fu...
03 Jun, 2026, 05.32 AM IST
For a match made in retail heaven, friction on earth can be realQuick commerce is transforming Indian retail. Platforms like Blinkit and Zepto now drive a significant portion of online sales for major FM...
30 May, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'Be content with what fate brings, and be...' Life lessons on acceptance, inner peace, happiness, and why one should embrace change beyond control with open heartChinese proverb of the day explores the meaning of the saying, “Be content with what fate brings, and be free of worries.” The proverb come...
27 May, 2026, 08.50 PM IST
Betting big on Amaravati: Execution, funding and a real trust test aheadThe Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Act 2026 has formally settled Amaravati as the state’s capital, ending years of political unc...
27 Apr, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
Did Microsoft lose its AI edge? What changed in the Microsoft OpenAI deal— and why Microsoft stock fell while Amazon stock surged?What changed in the Microsoft OpenAI deal? Microsoft stock fell 2–3% after the Microsoft OpenAI deal ended exclusivity, shaking the AI mark...
27 Apr, 2026, 09.11 PM IST
'Never trust banks...lost ₹15L': Businessman loses Rs 15 lakh after bank employee’s '100% tax-free' promise turns out to be a costly tax trapA young businessman running a company with ₹1 crore annual revenue was convinced by bank officials to buy three non-market linked insurance...
26 Apr, 2026, 10.50 AM IST
Thought of the day by Shirley Temple: ‘Intentions often melt in the face of unexpected…’ quote on how to embrace life when opportunity knocksThought of the day: Shirley Temple’s thought is a reminder that life’s unpredictability is not something to fear but to engage with. Intent...
24 Apr, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
RBI overhauls prepaid cards & wallets rules: Rs 2 lakh monthly debit limit, usage, restrictions, new safeguard and moreThe RBI has revised Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) rules, introducing new monthly debit limits for full-KYC PPIs at Rs 2,00,000, with a R...
23 Apr, 2026, 02.42 PM IST
SpaceX tries to woo Wall Street with three-day analyst meeting this week, sources saySpaceX is preparing for a historic Initial Public Offering. The company is hosting analysts this week for briefings at its Texas launch fac...
21 Apr, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Life insurance: IRDAI retracts on low surrender value proposal; know applicable surrender charges from April 1, 2024The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has finalised surrender charges for non-linked or linked life insurance...
28 Mar, 2024, 03.51 PM IST
HDFC Life shares jump 3% after IRDAI's surrender regulations soothe Street's nervesThe Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has notified new product regulations that include guidelines for revise...
26 Mar, 2024, 10.38 AM IST
Top life insurance cos raise concerns over proposed change in policy surrender valuesInsurers have raised concerns about persistency, particularly for long-term products with premium paying terms exceeding 10 years. They fea...
12 Feb, 2024, 12.07 AM IST
Surrender fee: Insurers propose dual structure as regulator pitches for a hikeA higher surrender value on nonpar policies, which guarantee survival or maturity benefit without depending on insurers’ profit, could lead...
23 Dec, 2023, 07.09 AM IST
Irdai proposes limit on surrender charges for non-linked plansIn this draft circular, the regulator has suggested changes in surrender value rules for non-linked life insurance policies. Under the curr...
15 Dec, 2023, 12.07 AM IST
- Smart things to know about Surrender value
Surrender value is the amount an insurance firm pays a policyholder if he opts for voluntary termination before the policy’s maturity or oc...
02 Jan, 2012, 09.03 AM IST