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India, officially known as the Republic of India is the 7th largest country in the world and the 2nd most populous with a population of 1.2 billion people, and is expected to take over China’s population by 2022. Located in South Asia, India is surrounded by Indian Ocean in the South, Bay of Bengal on the southeast, and the Arabian Sea on the southwest.

15 Sep 2025
Insurance

Tata AIA launches Sector Leaders index funds: Should you invest?

Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched two new funds, the Tata AIA Sector Leaders Index Fund and the Tata AIA Sector Leaders Index Pension Fund.

15 Sep 2025
Indian Government

India's unemployment rate falls to 5.1% in August

India's unemployment rate has dropped to 5.1% in August, according to government data released today.

15 Sep 2025
India

How to update your voter ID card

Updating voter ID information is key to keeping electoral rolls accurate and ensuring that every eligible citizen can vote.

15 Sep 2025
United States of America

India's trade deficit shrinks to around $26.5B in August

India's merchandise trade deficit has narrowed to $26.49 billion in August, down from $27.35 billion in July, as per provisional data from the Indian government.

15 Sep 2025
Finance

Your personal loan approval is subject to these factors

When applying for a personal loan in India, most people focus on their credit score.

India moves to mandate labeling of AI-generated content: Here's why

A parliamentary committee in India has proposed new rules for creators of artificial intelligence (AI) content.

15 Sep 2025
Health & Wellness

Biocon to launch generic versions of Ozempic next year

Bengaluru-based Biocon is gearing up to file applications for launching generic versions of Ozempic in several global markets this quarter.

India's IT sector slows hiring amid weak demand, US tariffs

India's IT sector is witnessing a slowdown in hiring, with companies revising their projections for the second half of the year, amid sluggish global outsourcing demand and uncertainty over possible US tariffs.

14 Sep 2025
United States of America

India must reduce reliance on US, develop its own tech

India's over-dependence on US software, cloud services, and social media platforms is a major strategic vulnerability, a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) has warned.

14 Sep 2025
Technology

Tobacco kills 13.5L Indians yearly, costs nation ₹1.8L crore

Tobacco consumption claims the lives of 1.35 million (13.5 lakh) Indians annually, despite widespread awareness of its dangers.

13 Sep 2025
Hike

Hike shuts down after 13 years

Hike, the messaging and gaming platform founded by Kavin Mittal, is completely shutting down its operations, including its US business, after 13 years.

13 Sep 2025
Business

India's affordable housing shortage to triple by 2030: Report

India is staring at a massive shortfall of affordable homes, with the gap expected to widen threefold by 2030.

12 Sep 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

India's forex reserves jump by $4B to hit $698B 

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by $4.03 billion to reach a total of $698.26 billion for the week ending September 5, data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today showed.

12 Sep 2025
Apple

Apple's supplier base in India has almost doubled since 2018

Apple's supplier network in India has seen significant growth over the last few years.

12 Sep 2025
GST

How FMCG firms plan to benefit customers after GST cut 

Consumer goods firms have told officials of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) that they cannot reduce the maximum retail prices (MRPs) for low-value products in line with GST cuts.

12 Sep 2025
India

How to apply for a legal heir certificate

The legal heir certificate is a vital document in India, employed to establish the legal heirs of a deceased person.

12 Sep 2025
Mutual Funds

Tata Nifty Next 50 Index Fund launched: Should you invest?

Tata Asset Management has launched a new passive investment option, the Tata Nifty Next 50 Index Fund.

11 Sep 2025
Startups

These are the top 10 most valuable start-ups in India

India is the world's third-largest start-up ecosystem, with a whopping 73 unicorns.

11 Sep 2025
H-1B Visa

H-1B demand by Indian firms down 56% in 8 years

Indian IT services companies have cut their reliance on the H-1B visa program by a whopping 56% in the last eight years.

11 Sep 2025
Nepal

How Nepal unrest has brought trade with India to standstill

The ongoing unrest in Nepal has severely impacted cross-border trade with India, leaving hundreds of Indian truckers stranded and businesses on both sides of the border facing huge financial losses.

11 Sep 2025
Piyush Goyal

India-US trade deal's 1st phase could be finalized by November

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has announced that the first phase of the India-US trade agreement is likely to be finalized by November 2025.

11 Sep 2025
United States of America

Who is Tejasvi Manoj, Indian-origin TIME's Kid of the Year?

Seventeen-year-old Tejasvi Manoj has been named TIME magazine's "Kid of the Year" for 2025.

11 Sep 2025
Gaming Bytes

Krafton rolls out BGMI 4.0 update: Check what's new

Krafton, the publisher of Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), has released the highly-anticipated BGMI 4.0 update on Android devices.

11 Sep 2025
Layoff News

Zupee fires 30% of its workforce after real-money gaming ban

Leading Indian gaming platform, Zupee, has announced the layoff of 170 employees or nearly 30% of its total workforce.

11 Sep 2025
Suzuki Motorcycle India

Suzuki discontinues its only 1,000cc motorbike in India

Suzuki Motorcycle India has quietly discontinued the Katana model from its lineup.

11 Sep 2025
France

France's Safran, DRDO to make India's first jet engine

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and French firm Safran S.A. are set to jointly develop a 120 Kilo Newton (KN) jet engine for India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA).

10 Sep 2025
Workplace

Most Indians favor taking a mini retirement: What is it?

Retirement is no longer an event that marks end of a career. The trend of "mini retirements" is changing how people view work, wealth, and well-being.

10 Sep 2025
Volkswagen

GST 2.0: Volkswagen cuts car prices by up to ₹3.3L

Volkswagen India has announced a major price cut across its entire model range, effective September 22.

10 Sep 2025
Stock Market

Indian seafood stocks jump 20% today: Here we decode why

Shares of leading seafood companies in India, including Apex Frozen Foods, Zeal Aqua, Avanti Feeds, Waterbase, and Coastal Corp, surged by up to 20% during today's trading session.

09 Sep 2025
India

How to notarize your documents

Navigating the process of document notarization in India can be quite a daunting task, particularly for those who are not well-acquainted with the legal landscape.

10 Sep 2025
China

Trump urges EU to impose 100% tariffs on India, China

US President Donald Trump has urged European Union (EU) officials to impose tariffs of up to 100% on China and India.

09 Sep 2025
India

How to update your contact number on your EPF account

Updating mobile number on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) account is important to receive timely notifications and updates.

Bizarre: PhysicsWallah describes flying slipper as risk in IPO filing

In a rather unusual turn of events, ed-tech start-up PhysicsWallah has flagged a bizarre incident in its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP).

09 Sep 2025
Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki's market cap to hit ₹5L crore mark soon

Maruti Suzuki, India's largest automaker, is on the verge of joining the ₹5 lakh crore market capitalization club.

09 Sep 2025
United States of America

Reality check: US buying Indian products made from Russian oil

The US recently doubled tariffs on Indian-origin goods to 50%.

09 Sep 2025
Donald Trump

India plans $20B semiconductor incentive scheme for chipmakers

India is preparing a new $20 billion incentive scheme to attract global and domestic semiconductor manufacturers.

09 Sep 2025
Federal Reserve

Gold prices hit record ₹1.1L: What's behind the surge?

Gold prices have hit a new all-time high in India, crossing the ₹1.1 lakh mark for the first time ever.

08 Sep 2025
Mercedes-Benz

Luxury cars by EU brands might become cheaper in India

The Indian government is likely to offer some concessions on import duties for high-end cars to the European Union (EU).

08 Sep 2025
China

India's oil demand set to surpass China's

India's oil demand is likely to outpace China's this year, according to Trafigura Group.

08 Sep 2025
Indian Army

How Army plans to protect India from drone threats

The Indian Army is planning to enhance its air surveillance network along the northern and western borders.

08 Sep 2025
TikTok

You can't use TikTok in India anytime soon

India's Information Technology (IT) Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that there are no plans to lift the ban on popular short video app TikTok.

08 Sep 2025
India

Reapplying for your driving license? Avoid these mistakes

While renewing your driver's license may sound like an easy job, there are certain common pitfalls that can make it a hassle.

08 Sep 2025
United States of America

US tightens non-immigrant visa rules: What changes for you?

The United States has tightened its non-immigrant visa rules, effective immediately.

07 Sep 2025
Israel

India, Israel to sign bilateral investment treaty this week

India and Israel are set to strengthen their economic ties with the signing of a bilateral investment treaty (BIT) during Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's upcoming visit.

Trading firm Jane Street fires fresh salvo at SEBI

Global trading firm Jane Street has filed an appeal with the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT), arguing that it voluntarily refrained from new trades even after SEBI's restrictions were lifted.

07 Sep 2025
Moon

Blood Moon 2025: When, where, how to watch in India?

Skywatchers are in for a treat as the second total lunar eclipse of 2025, popularly known as the "Blood Moon," is set to grace the night sky today.

07 Sep 2025
Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz cars are now cheaper in India

Mercedes-Benz India has announced a major price cut across its entire range of cars and SUVs.

07 Sep 2025
Foreign Investment

FPIs pull out ₹12,257cr from Indian equities this month

Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have pulled out ₹12,257 crore ($1.4 billion) from Indian equities in the first week of September.

07 Sep 2025
Tata Steel

India's coal imports have declined: Here we decode why

India's coal imports witnessed a significant drop of 16.4% to 21.08 million tons (MT) in July, compared to the same month last year when the figure was at 25.23MT.

Aircraft up to 20-years-old might be imported for commercial flights

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is considering changes to its regulations, allowing airlines to import aircraft up to 20 years old. This comes amid global supply chain challenges affecting plane deliveries.

07 Sep 2025
Swiggy

Swiggy Instamart's first sale starts on September 19: Check offers

Swiggy-owned quick commerce platform, Instamart, has announced its first major sale event, the 'Instamart Quick India Movement.'

06 Sep 2025
VinFast

VinFast parent wants to set up smart cities in India

Vietnam's largest conglomerate, Vingroup JSC, is eyeing a foray into multiple sectors in India.

06 Sep 2025
Apple

Apple's sales in India hit record $9B last fiscal year

Apple's sales in India reached an all-time high of nearly $9 billion in the last fiscal year, according to a report by Bloomberg.

First-in-history: Embraer aircraft will now be repaired in India

In a major development for India's aviation sector, regional carrier Star Air has partnered with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to set up a dedicated maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) unit for Embraer aircraft.

06 Sep 2025
Foreign Investment

FIIs sell ₹5,600cr worth equities in 1st week of September

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) have offloaded Indian equities for all five days of the first week of September.

05 Sep 2025
India

How to renew your passport

Renewing a passport is a pretty easy affair, provided you have the requisite documents and follow the right procedure.

05 Sep 2025
India

Lost your ration card? Here's how to reapply

Losing a ration card can be stressful, but reapplying for one doesn't have to be.

05 Sep 2025
India

How to update your address on your driving license 

Updating the address on your Indian driver's license is an important task which makes sure your records are correct and up-to-date.

04 Sep 2025
Stock Market

FPIs pull out $2.7B from India's financial stocks in August

Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) offloaded ₹232.9 billion ($2.7 billion) worth of Indian financial stocks in August, the highest monthly outflow in seven months.

04 Sep 2025
Narendra Modi

India, Singapore strengthen AI, chip ties as US tariffs loom

India and Singapore have agreed to bolster their cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors.

04 Sep 2025
India

How to prevent errors in your Aadhaar documents

Aadhaar is an important identification document for Indians, connecting several services and benefits.

04 Sep 2025
India

How to change your bank account nominee

Changing the nominee on a bank account can prove to be a daunting task for a lot of people.

03 Sep 2025
India

How to correct errors in your marriage certificate

Correcting marriage certificate can be quite a daunting task but it is important to keep all the details correct.

03 Sep 2025
Union Cabinet

Modi government to approve ₹1,500cr incentive scheme for critical minerals

The Union Cabinet is likely to approve a five-year incentive scheme worth ₹1,500 crore.

03 Sep 2025
GST

You can soon register non-risky businesses in just 3 days

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is likely to have approved a major reform to expedite the registration process for non-risky businesses.

03 Sep 2025
Federal Reserve

Gold prices hit record high in India: What's the reason?

Gold prices have surged to a new peak of ₹1,06,199 per 10g in the domestic futures market.

03 Sep 2025
Business

India's services sector surges to 15-year high in August

India's services sector witnessed a major spike in August, hitting a 15-year high.

02 Sep 2025
India

How to renew your passport

Renewing a passport can prove to be an easy affair if you have all the required documents in place.

02 Sep 2025
Narendra Modi

Dutch tech giant ASML might venture into chipmaking in India

Dutch semiconductor equipment manufacturer ASML is looking to expand its presence in the Indian market.

02 Sep 2025
Business

Small towns now driving premium FMCG sales in India

Rural India is no longer just a value market, but a major contributor to the growth of premium fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) products.

02 Sep 2025
United States of America

US ends 'Dropbox' visa facility: How it affects you?

Starting today, the United States is ending its interview waiver program for visas, popularly known as the "Dropbox" facility.

02 Sep 2025
New Zealand

New Zealand tightens visa rules for Indians: What has changed?

From December 1, 2025, New Zealand will only accept police clearance certificates from Indian visa applicants if they are issued by a Regional Passport Office of the Ministry of External Affairs.

Meet Vikram, India's 1st indigenous 32-bit microprocessor made by ISRO

India has unveiled its first-ever indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, dubbed Vikram.

01 Sep 2025
Reserve Bank Of India (RBI)

India's current account swings to deficit in Q1 FY26

India's current account has swung to a deficit of $2.4 billion in the April-June quarter of FY26, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

01 Sep 2025
Business

Deutsche Bank might cease retail banking operations in India

Deutsche Bank AG is looking to sell its retail banking business in India.

01 Sep 2025
Health & Wellness

Why pharma giant Novo Nordisk, Apollo Clinics have joined hands

Danish healthcare giant Novo Nordisk has partnered with Apollo Clinics to launch a comprehensive Obesity Management Program.