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01 Mar 2025
International Monetary FundIMF projects India to be fastest-growing major economy in FY26
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that India will continue to be the world's fastest-growing major economy.
01 Mar 2025
Foreign InvestmentFPIs offload Indian equities worth ₹34,574cr in February
Continuing their selling spree into February, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have offloaded Indian equities worth ₹34,574 crore.
01 Mar 2025
Hyundai Motor IndiaHyundai Motor India slapped with ₹15cr tax demand notice
Hyundai Motor India has received a tax demand notice of ₹15 crore from the Goods and Services Tax (GST) authorities.
01 Mar 2025
Indian GovernmentIndia can become $9.5T economy by 2035: Finance Commission Chairman
Arvind Panagariya, the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, has said he is confident India can become a developed nation by 2047.
01 Mar 2025
GSTIndia's GST collections rise by 9.1% in February
India's gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections for February have jumped by a whopping 9.1% to about ₹1.84 lakh crore, data released today showed.
01 Mar 2025
Ministry of FinanceTuhin Kanta Pandey takes charge as SEBI's 11th chairperson
Tuhin Kanta Pandey has officially taken over as the 11th Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
01 Mar 2025
Government of IndiaCentre launches ₹30cr Startup Maha Rathi challenge: How to participate
As part of the second edition of Startup Mahakumbh, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has launched the Startup Maha Rathi challenge.
01 Mar 2025
IntelIntel postpones $28B chip factories, completion now expected by 2030
Intel has announced a major delay in the completion of its $28 billion chip fabrication plants in Ohio, US.
01 Mar 2025
LPG CylinderLPG price hike: 19kg commercial cylinder becomes costlier by ₹6
Oil marketing companies in India have announced a price hike for 19kg commercial LPG cylinders, effective from today.
01 Mar 2025
IndiGoIndiGo rolls out 1st Boeing 787 airplane on Delhi-Bangkok route
India's leading airline IndiGo has embarked on its global expansion plan with the launch of its first wide-body Boeing 787 aircraft.
01 Mar 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)Over 98% of ₹2,000 notes returned to banking system: RBI
According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), 98.18% of ₹2,000 notes have returned to the banking system as of February 28 this year.
01 Mar 2025
Akash AmbaniQuality of work matters more than hours spent daily—Akash Ambani
Reliance Jio Infocomm Chairman, Akash Ambani, has said that the quality of daily work matters more than the number of hours spent in office.
01 Mar 2025
OpenAIOpenAI makes motorsports debut through partnership with Chip Ganassi Racing
Two-time IndyCar championship-winning team Chip Ganassi Racing has announced a strategic research partnership with OpenAI.
01 Mar 2025
IndiaGold prices drop below ₹80,000/10g: Check rates in your city
Gold prices in India have witnessed a minor dip today, slipping below the ₹80,000 mark for 10g of 22K gold.
01 Mar 2025
BYJU'SUS court finds BYJU'S, Riju Ravindran guilty of defrauding lenders
A US bankruptcy court has ruled that Indian edtech giant BYJU'S, its parent firm Think & Learn Pvt Ltd, and Riju Ravindran—brother of founder Byju Raveendran—defrauded American lenders tied to BYJU'S Alpha, Inc.
01 Mar 2025
BigBasketBigBasket will deliver your Starbucks beverages in just 10 minutes
BigBasket, one of the top online grocery platforms, is all set to enter the 10-minute food delivery space.
28 Feb 2025
FinanceWhat is 'Cancel For Any Reason' travel insurance? Why bother?
Unforeseen circumstances can disrupt travel plans, and standard travel insurance doesn't always cover last-minute cancellations.
28 Feb 2025
FinanceEsports stocks v/s PPF in India: Which one to choose?
The world of investments in India has always been dominated by safe and secure options like the Public Providence Fund.
28 Feb 2025
FinanceAre scholarships taxable in India? Here, we decode
The Income Tax Act of India is a complex labyrinth, and one of the most challenging aspects is knowing which incomes are taxable and which ones get a free pass.
28 Feb 2025
FinanceLow income, no problem: How you can score home loans
Affordable housing loans in India play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between low-income individuals and homeownership.
28 Feb 2025
FinanceTax tips for cloud kitchen start-ups
Cloud kitchens, ghost kitchens, or virtual kitchens, whatever you call them, they are a thriving business model in India.
28 Feb 2025
Indian GovernmentStruggling with childcare? These practical hacks can help!
Childcare costs in India are skyrocketing, leaving parents juggling expenses and careers with little relief.
28 Feb 2025
JapanIndia, Japan to exchange currencies up to $75B—Why it matters
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the renewal of a $75 billion bilateral currency swap agreement with Japan.
28 Feb 2025
CitibankInstead of $280, Citigroup accidentally sent $81T to client account
Citigroup, one of the largest global banks, made a major operational error last year and accidentally transferred $81 trillion into a customer's account.
28 Feb 2025
Indian EconomyIndia's Q3 GDP growth hits 6.2%, FY25 forecast at 6.5%
India's economy grew by 6.2% year-on-year in the third quarter (Q3) of the current fiscal year (FY25), government data released on Friday showed.
28 Feb 2025
Bombay High CourtMother's letter urges Lodha brothers to settle their dispute
Manju Lodha, the mother of Abhishek and Abhinandan Lodha, has written a letter asking her sons to end their bitter feud.
28 Feb 2025
AppleApple stands firm on DEI—and Trump isn't happy about it
Former US President Donald Trump has openly slammed Apple for its steadfast dedication to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
28 Feb 2025
MumbaiNPCI to establish global headquarters, 5,000-seat R&D center in Mumbai
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) plans to set up a global headquarters and a 5,000-seat research and development (R&D) center in Mumbai. The move comes as part of NPCI's international expansion plans.
28 Feb 2025
InflationEPFO retains 8.25% rate on PF deposits for 2024-25
The Employees's Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has retained an interest rate of 8.25% on employees' provident fund deposits for the fiscal year 2024-25.
28 Feb 2025
BrusselsIndia, EU aim to finalize free trade agreement this year
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the European Union (EU) are pushing to finalize a free trade agreement by the end of this year.
28 Feb 2025
BitcoinBitcoin slides below $80,000, now down 25% from all-time highs
Bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency, has taken a major hit. On Friday, it plummeted by more than 5% to go below the $80,000 mark for the first time since November. The new low it hit was $79,666.
28 Feb 2025
Securities and Exchange Board of IndiaWho is Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the new SEBI chairman
The Indian government has appointed former Finance Secretary, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, as the new chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI).
28 Feb 2025
AppleFrom import to export—India now ships Apple components to China
In a major development, India has begun exporting electronic components for Apple products to China and Vietnam. The move comes as part of the US tech giant's efforts to diversify its supply chain.
28 Feb 2025
AppleApple sued over 'misleading' carbon neutrality claims for its smartwatches
Apple is being sued by seven of its smartwatch customers, who accuse the tech giant of making deceptive claims about the carbon neutrality of select models.
28 Feb 2025
MetaMeta fires around 20 employees for leaking confidential company information
Meta, the tech giant led by Mark Zuckerberg, has fired around 20 employees for leaking confidential company information.
28 Feb 2025
NiftySensex tanks 1,000 points: What's behind today's stock market crash?
India's top stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, plunged heavily on Friday, declining over 1.3% each.
27 Feb 2025
InsuranceStuck with a bad health insurance? Here's how to switch
Health insurance portability empowers policyholders to switch their existing health insurance policies from one insurer to another without forfeiting any benefits they have accumulated.
27 Feb 2025
FinanceSmall space, big style: Budget-friendly furnishing ideas
In India's crowded cities, where every inch counts, optimizing your living space is key. This has led to a rising trend in space-saving furniture.
27 Feb 2025
FinanceWant to home-school your kids? Here's the ultimate cost guide
The trend of home schooling in India is on the rise, providing a customized and child-centric educational experience.
27 Feb 2025
FinanceWhat is a recreational vehicle loan?
Recreational vehicles, or RVs, are the new rage in India for adventuring across the country's diverse landscapes while enjoying the comforts of home on wheels.
