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01 Feb 2025

Budget Session

Budget 2025: FM announces internet connectivity for government schools, hospitals

As part of her Budget presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that broadband connectivity would be expanded to include all government secondary schools and primary health centers in rural areas.

01 Feb 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman

Budget 2025: Modi government announces ₹10,000cr fund for start-ups

In the Union Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a new fund of funds (FoF) for start-ups.

01 Feb 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman

Budget 2025: Sitharaman announces expansion of IITs, medical colleges

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced ambitious expansion plans for India's premier educational institutions.

01 Feb 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman

Budget 2025: Sitharaman announces measures aimed at benefiting 1.7cr farmers  

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a slew of initiatives to strengthen India's agriculture sector.

01 Feb 2025

Delhi

Relief for businesses: Commercial LPG cylinder prices reduced by ₹7

Oil marketing companies in India have reduced the price of 19kg commercial LPG cylinders by ₹7.

01 Feb 2025

Narendra Modi

Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet approves Budget 2025-26

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the full budget of the fiscal year 2025-26.

01 Feb 2025

Mumbai

Tech firm chairman dies during ED raid at Mumbai office  

Dinesh Nandwana, the 62-year-old chairman emeritus of Vakrangee Limited, died on Friday during an Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid at his Andheri (East), Mumbai residence.

01 Feb 2025

Nifty

Sensex rises 900 points, Nifty crosses 23,560 ahead of Budget

The Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty, have opened on a positive note on Budget day, and are currently trading much higher.

Flexible workspace operator WeWork has filed for IPO in India

WeWork India, a leading flexible workspace provider backed by the Embassy Group, has filed its draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

01 Feb 2025

Dell

Work from office 5 days a week: Dell to employees

Dell, the multinational technology giant, has announced a major overhaul of its work policy.

01 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Sitharaman presents record 8th consecutive Union Budget 

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her eighth consecutive Union Budget on Saturday.

31 Jan 2025

Stock Market

IPO fundraising hits ₹11T in first 9 months of FY24

The Economic Survey has revealed that total resource mobilization from primary markets (equity and debt) during the nine months of the current fiscal year (April-December 2024) stood at a whopping ₹11.1 trillion.

31 Jan 2025

Economic Survey

Economic Survey underlines India's wage stagnation amid record corporate profits

The Economic Survey for 2024-25, tabled in Parliament earlier today by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has highlighted a sharp rise in corporate profits.

31 Jan 2025

Diwali

Leveraging seasonal fluctuations in the stock market

Turns out, you can make a lot of money on the stock market, if you are smart about it.

31 Jan 2025

Yes Bank

Supercharge your AI passion with these tech-friendly cards

Choosing the right credit card is crucial for AI enthusiasts in India to maximize benefits that match their lifestyle and spending habits.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Workplace risks are real! Here's how to stay insured

Work-related hazards and accidents put the health and livelihood of millions of Indian workers at risk every day.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Let's explore adventure sports loans in India

The surge in popularity of adventure sports in India has created a new demand: people want loans to do expensive stuff.

31 Jan 2025

Diwali

Festive shopping without regrets? Here's your budget guide 

India's festive season is a whirlwind of celebrations, traditions, and well, expenditures.

31 Jan 2025

HDFC Bank

A glance at these pristine credit cards for sustainable living

For eco-conscious individuals in India who are passionate about rainwater harvesting and sustainable living, navigating the financial landscape to afford the initial investment in such systems can be a daunting task.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Why remote learning hubs need insurance more than ever 

In the dynamic world of education, remote educational institutions in India are at the forefront of change. They face a distinct set of challenges.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Cash flow nightmares? Cyclical loans are your business lifeline 

Cyclical business loans are financial tools created to help businesses navigate the challenges of economic cycles.

31 Jan 2025

Vivo

Vivo is now India's top-selling smartphone brand

The Indian smartphone market grew 1-5% YoY, with shipments between 153-156 million units in 2024, according to market research firms Counterpoint Research and Canalys.

31 Jan 2025

Insurance

Shedding light on third-party liability in auto insurance

On the road, there's always a chance you might accidentally hurt someone else or damage their stuff.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Tips to craft family finance meetings for goal alignment

Talking about money with family can be intimidating.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Take a look at e-waste recycling incentives for Indian households

India is facing a growing crisis of electronic waste. As technology advances rapidly, gadgets become outdated, contributing to the pile of e-waste.

31 Jan 2025

Indian Government

Navigating insurance for visually impaired in India

Insurance is a powerful tool for financial security, particularly for individuals with disabilities.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

A mini-guide through minor's income taxation in India

In India, the Income Tax Act of 1961 has specific rules in place to discourage tax evasion through the transfer of income to minors.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Decoding financial inclusion loans in rural India

Financial inclusion is a key driver of rural India's economic progress, serving to bring underserved communities into the fold of formal banking.

31 Jan 2025

Stock Market

Stock market swings? Let BAFs do the heavy lifting

Balanced Advantage Funds, also known as dynamic asset allocation funds, provide a smart investment solution for those who want to invest in both equity and debt instruments.

31 Jan 2025

Insurance

Don't launch your start-up without these must-have insurance covers

Starting a business in India is a thrilling and demanding journey. Navigating the world of risk management through insurance is crucial for a start-up's survival and growth.

31 Jan 2025

Finance

Want to publish a book? These loans make it happen

The Indian book publishing industry is a thriving space, serving a wide range of readers with a variety of genres.

31 Jan 2025

Anand Mahindra

What Economic Survey says on 60-hour workweek

The Economic Survey 2024-25 has highlighted the health risks of working over 60 hours a week.

31 Jan 2025

Social Media

India's creator economy triples in 5 years—fashion, gaming influencers lead

India's creator economy has seen a major growth in the last five years, with the number of influencers growing to over four million from under a million in 2020.

31 Jan 2025

Bombay High Court

Lodha brothers to resolve ₹5,000cr trademark dispute through mediation

The Bombay High Court has referred a trademark dispute between real estate tycoons Abhishek Lodha and Abhinandan Lodha, to mediation.

31 Jan 2025

Sam Curran

Ambani outbids Nadella, Pichai to acquire Oval Invincibles cricket team

The Ambani family, who own the Mumbai Indians franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has now bought a big stake in the UK's Oval Invincibles cricket team.

31 Jan 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman

Inflation concerns to growth slowdown—Key highlights of Economic Survey 2024-25

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has tabled the Economic Survey 2025 in Parliament today.

31 Jan 2025

Indian Government

Paras Chopra—who sold Wingify for $200M—recruiting for foundational AI lab

Paras Chopra, the entrepreneur who recently sold his software-as-a-service (SaaS) start-up Wingify for $200 million to Everstone Capital, is now eyeing a new venture.

31 Jan 2025

Narendra Modi

India stares at slowdown—Economic Survey pegs FY26 GDP below 7%

The Economic Survey 2024-25 projected India's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for FY26 at 6.3%-6.8%.

31 Jan 2025

Nirmala Sitharaman

Meet the architects of India's Union Budget 2025

As India gears up for the unveiling of Union Budget 2025 on February 1, all eyes are on the key officials who will be shaping the country's economic policies.

31 Jan 2025

Mark Zuckerberg

Meta says it will fire employees leaking confidential information

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has issued a stern warning against unauthorized disclosure of internal information.