As Bihar's assembly polls intensify, the RJD has released its candidate list for 143 seats, with Tejashwi Yadav contesting from Raghopur. Despite nomination deadlines passing, seat-sharing among Mahagathbandhan partners remains unannounced, leading to RJD…

The Centre has instructed all states and Union Territories to provide details of contractors and third-party inspection agencies facing penalties under the Jal Jeevan Mission. This move follows a high-level review of the mission. Information on blacklisting…

China's top officials are meeting to plan the nation's future. A major question is how long Xi Jinping will rule and who will replace him. Xi has led for 13 years and shows no sign of stepping down. His continued rule raises concerns about political stability…

Since EBLR's 2019 launch, fixed-rate home loan borrowers have paid Rs 3+ lakh more. Find out what changed and discover your escape route today.

Twenty-three Indian sailors have been rescued from the burning LPG tanker MV Falcon. The vessel caught fire after an explosion near Yemen. The EUNAVFOR ASPIDES operation coordinated the successful search and rescue. The rescued crew were handed over to the…

Supreme Court rules selling minor’s property without prior court permission is a void transaction

Indian equities are poised for a new growth phase after a period of correction, according to Axis Mutual Fund's Karthik Kumar. He sees green shoots of recovery, with earnings downgrades bottoming out and supportive government and RBI policies aiding corporate…

The Supreme Court cautioned trial and high courts against excessive leniency or harshness in sentencing, emphasizing the need for balance to maintain public confidence. The court dismissed an appeal seeking further reduction of an eight-year sentence for…

Semiconductor firms are intensifying campus hiring by partnering with premier institutions like IITs and NITs, focusing on specialized talent. Initiatives like Delta Class and joint research facilities with Marvell and Renesas are bridging the skills gap.…

Many everyday savings account transactions can attract Income Tax Department scrutiny. Large cash deposits, credit card payments exceeding thresholds, and significant property deals are flagged. Mismatched interest income and dormant accounts suddenly becoming…

HDFC AMCs MD and CEO Navneet Munot says Indian markets remain resilient, driven by disciplined SIP investors and robust domestic flows. In Samvat 2082, he expects an earnings-led recovery, stable macro fundamentals, and growing financial inclusion. Active…

Former Union minister RK Singh has called on Bihar's voters to reject candidates with criminal backgrounds. He specifically urged people not to vote for such individuals, even if they are from the NDA alliance or their own caste. Singh suggested opting for…

Indian stock markets saw gains for the fourth consecutive session on Monday. The Sensex and Nifty both closed higher, driven by strong performances from Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank. These companies saw a boost following their recent financial results.…

India's largest precious metal refinery, MMTC-PAMP, has run out of stock for the first time, coinciding with a fall in silver ETFs. The MCX silver spot price also dipped by 6.49% on October 20, 2025. Despite a global silver shortage and surging domestic demand…

Senior citizens in India can now secure fixed deposit interest rates as high as 8.10% for a 5-year tenure, primarily offered by small finance banks. These competitive returns are available on deposits up to Rs 3 crore, subject to TDS. While small finance…

IDFC First Bank CEO V Vaidyanathan says the microfinance stress is behind and expects margins to improve beyond 5.8% in FY26 as deposit costs ease. With deposits at ₹2.7 lakh crore, strong CASA, and stable asset quality, he sees a steady rise in ROA and growth…

Punjab National Bank anticipates a 90 billion rupee impact from new credit loss rules by 2031. The Reserve Bank of India's expected credit loss framework requires banks to set aside funds for potential defaults. This transition will affect the bank's capital…

White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said the 20-day U.S. federal government shutdown is likely to end this week. Speaking to CNBC, he referred to it as the “Schumer shutdown,” blaming Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer. Hassett said senators viewed…

Veteran actor Govardhan Asrani passed away on Monday at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness. His last rites were held at the Santacruz Crematorium in Mumbai. Just hours before his death, Asrani had shared a Diwali greeting on social media. Over a career…

The European Union Council has announced a new strategy to strengthen political, economic, and security ties with India. The move expands cooperation across trade, technology, defence, sustainable development, and global governance.