Recent Himalayan and northern Indian floods have exposed critical vulnerabilities in emergency systems, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive river-basin planning and resilient infrastructure to mitigate future disasters. The flood scenes in Nepal and northern India over the past 10…
A new report reveals that Indian auto-parts MSMEs are ill-equipped for the shift to electric, hybrid, and autonomous vehicles, risking falling behind as global demand for high-tech components rises. India’s micro, small and medium-sized auto-parts suppliers are heading into the…
Indian travellers to Uzbekistan will soon be able to use UPI-enabled apps for seamless payments through a new agreement, marking a significant step in digital internationalisation and bilateral economic cooperation. Indian travellers bound for Uzbekistan are set to gain a…
As persistent cost pressures intensify, more people are adopting mindful spending not just as a self-help habit but as a strategic approach to managing growing financial anxiety. New surveys reveal a focus on practical steps, emotional wellbeing, and flexible discipline…
Morgan Stanley maintains a bullish outlook on Indian equities despite global uncertainties, projecting the Sensex could reach 89,000 by mid-2027 driven by earnings recovery, macro stability, and policy reforms. Morgan Stanley made its call for Indian equities at an awkward…
The Delhi High Court has called for the CBDT to clarify how bonuses and performance-linked payments to partners should be taxed, highlighting wider concerns over double taxation and compliance following recent changes in Indian tax law and regulations. A routine…
Iran’s exchange-traded gold funds have experienced rapid expansion, reaching nearly 800 trillion tomans in assets as investors seek liquidity and protection against currency and inflation risks, despite contested performance figures and macroeconomic tensions. Iran’s rush into exchange-traded gold funds has…
Banks in India are shifting their focus from attracting first-time users with free credit cards to using ongoing fee waivers and rewards as strategic tools to retain existing customers and boost spending, amid a rapidly expanding credit card market. India’s…
The Reserve Bank of India’s recent increase in transaction limits for e-mandates signals a pivotal shift in digital insurance renewals, encouraging higher-value recurring payments amid ongoing industry adaptation and operational trade-offs. India’s push to digitise insurance renewals now rests on…
A couple’s financial struggle with a ₹4 crore home has ignited a national conversation about the impact of soaring property prices on family decisions and household stability in India. A viral personal-finance case has turned a home purchase into a…
