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Fixed deposits (FDs) continue to be one of the most preferred investment avenues for Indian investors seeking stable, risk-free returns. To build a robust passive income strategy, it is essential to understand the potential earnings from your FD investments.

MUMBAI: Indian stock markets started the week on a positive note on Monday, recovering after a brief pause in the previous session.

MUMBAI: Vinyl Chemicals (India) Limited on Monday reported a sharp fall of 43.86 per cent in its profit for the second quarter of FY2026 (Q2 FY26).

SEOUL: Banks in South Korea are expected to tighten lending standards in the fourth quarter, particularly for household loans, as authorities have tightened loan restrictions to clamp down on the overheated housing market, a central bank survey showed on Monday.

MUMBAI: Gold prices declined on Monday after posting their first weekly loss since mid-August, as hopes of a trade deal between the United States and China reduced demand for safe-haven assets.

NEW DELHI: The path to Viksit Bharat will be built not merely in cities or industrial hubs but across our villages, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Monday.

MUMBAI: Indian stock markets opened on a positive note on Monday, supported by progress in trade talks between the United States and China.

SEOUL: Daily foreign exchange (FX) trading by banks in South Korea hit an all-time high in the third quarter, driven by increased spot transactions, central bank data showed on Monday.

NEW DELHI: Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu, after inaugurating the renovated Terminal 2 at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) here on Saturday, said that the government aims to have 350 airports by 2047.

MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to permit banks to extend loans to Indian companies for acquiring full or controlling stakes in domestic or overseas firms as part of strategic investments aimed at creating long-term value.

NEW DELHI: Gold ended a nine-week winning streak this week, with a sharp correction as the market reassessed a rally that had pushed prices into overbought territory.

MUMBAI: The holiday-truncated week saw festive-driven optimism and upbeat consumer sentiment as it welcomed the Samvat 2082. However, the momentum gradually lost its steam, as geopolitical tensions and profit-taking weighed on investors' confidence.

NEW DELHI: India will continue to engage constructively with the United Nations (UN) to advance peace, sustainable development and the voice of the Global South, according to Union Minister Manohar Lal.

Once upon a time, the sound of the printing press was the heartbeat of journalism. Newsrooms smelled of ink, and headlines traveled from paper to reader by hand. Fast forward to the present — a different rhythm dominates. Screens flicker, notifications ping, and journalism has transformed into a digital-first world. This shift is not just about changing tools; it’s about rethinking how stories are told, shared, and experienced.

MUMBAI: The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) on Friday warned investors about miscreants using BSE's officials' photos to create fake social media IDs to spread misleading wealth advisory.

Getting a home loan can feel like a tremendous milestone — one that brings you one step nearer to your very own dream house. But borrowers worry about getting a home loan with no guarantor. The good news is, yes, it can be done. A guarantor plays a big role in favouring your application, but sometimes it's not strictly necessary. Let's find out how one can get a home loan without a guarantor, what determinants decide home loan eligibility, and how banks and financial institutions like Grihum Housing Finance streamline the process and make it easier.

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Coal has handed over another three coal blocks to successful bidders, under the commercial auction route, for which the Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements were signed on August 21 this year, according to an official statement issued on Friday.

BENGALURU: The public sector enterprise Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited on Friday handed over Rs 135 crore to the State Government as dividend from its profits for the financial year 2024–25.

NEW DELHI: India’s festive retail sales have reached an all-time high this year, highlighting the impact of recent economic policies, including GST rate rationalisation, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Friday.

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the demise of advertising legend Piysuh Pandey, remembering his contribution to the world of communication.

MUMBAI: Federal Bank on Friday announced that its Board has approved the sale of a 9.99 per cent stake to an affiliate of US-based private equity firm Blackstone.

MUMBAI: Gold prices fell on Friday morning on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), as investors awaited key US inflation data due later in the day.

NEW DELHI: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met several top CEOs and industry leaders during his Berlin visit, exchanging views on fostering greater innovation and collaboration in fields like automotive, semiconductor, renewable energy and infrastructure.

MUMBAI: Equity benchmark indices continued their upward momentum for the sixth consecutive session on Thursday, supported mainly by strong buying in IT stocks.

NEW DELHI: General insurance company SBI General Insurance on Thursday announced a 10.7 per cent increase in its gross written premium to Rs 7,376 crore for H1 FY26, surpassing the industry growth rate of 7.3 per cent.

NEW DELHI: China Eastern Airlines on Thursday announced the resumption of flights on its India route, and the direct flights between Shanghai and Delhi will start from November 9, in fresh momentum for people-to-people exchanges and economic and trade collaboration between New Delhi and Beijing.

There is just something so attractive about the perfect pair of heels. From elegant stilettos to timeless pumps and style-led block-heeled shoes, here are the timeless go-tos that have helped women strut their stuff through the decades. They are not just a type of shoe, but a statement. They have the magical ability to instantly create an outfit, enhance our posture, and dress up or down depending on the look.

NEW DELHI: State Bank of India (SBI), the largest public sector lender in the country, on Thursday said it has received two prestigious awards -- World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025 and Best Bank in India 2025 -- from New York-based Global Finance, a feat hailed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal.

NEW DELHI: The key provisions relating to nomination under the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 will come into effect from November 1 this year, the Finance Ministry announced on Thursday.

NEW DELHI: Indian investors who explored opportunities beyond domestic equities have seen impressive gains over the past year, with several international mutual funds and fund-of-funds (FoFs) delivering returns as high as 72 per cent.

MUMBAI: Gold prices rose on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Thursday morning amid reports that India and the United States may soon sign a trade deal.

MUMBAI: The Indian stock markets opened on a strong note on Thursday, even as global cues remained mixed.

What happens when a single hospitalisation for pacemaker replacement costs exhaust years of savings of a retired person? Or, how do retired seniors manage medical expenses if a health emergency demands lakhs? As our parents grow older, it brings health complications and financial anxiety.