India’s 250 million barrel buffer and supply diversification ensure fuel stability: Report

India currently maintains a combined energy buffer of over 250 million barrels of crude oil and refined petroleum products, equivalent to approximately 4,000 crore litres, according to a government report.…

Your bank knows when an investment plan isn’t right. Why is it still sold?

You walk into your bank branch to renew a fixed deposit, but your trusted relationship manager suggests something better. Instead of locking your money into a traditional fixed deposit, they…

Silver prices crash by ₹5,000 this week despite Middle East crisis: Is the white metal’s investment story over?

Silver prices have taken a back seat amid the Middle East crisis, declining over ₹5,000 in the spot market this week, as investors overlooked its safe-haven appeal and focused on…

US-Iran war sparks crude oil surge, revives inflation fears: Should Indian stock market investors worry?

Even though it may be too early to draw firm conclusions, the Indian economy—otherwise in a sweet spot—is staring at the possibility of an inflation flare-up, a weakening rupee, a…

Market rout wipes ₹2.81-lakh cr off top 10 most valued firms

The combined market valuation of eight of the top-10 most-valued firms eroded by ₹2,81,581.53 crore last week, with the State Bank of India taking the biggest hit, in tandem with…

Insurance agents take up MF distribution on growing demand from investors

The growing popularity of in and rising demand from investors has been forcing many insurance agents to take up MF distribution. The MF industry has added 51,002 new MF distributors…

How US-Iran war may impact India’s stake in Chabhar Port, ₹15,000 crore bilateral trade?

US-Iran war: Amid soaring due to rising tensions in the Middle East, the Indian economy has not just the task of containing inflation, but also ensuring the safety of its…

Choice over tradition: What today’s diamond buyer really wants

For decades, diamonds in India have been deeply intertwined with tradition. They symbolised weddings, family milestones and generational wealth, with purchasing decisions often guided by customs passed down through families.…

Women’s Day: Equity mutual fund share triples to 32% in women portfolios, fixed deposits fall sharply

Women’s Day: Indian women investors are quietly transforming the country’s investment landscape, moving away from traditional “safety-first” strategies to more diversified, allocation-driven portfolios that increasingly include equities, alternatives and global…

HAL, BEL, BDL, Zen Technologies to GRSE: Is defence the new IT for the Indian stock market?

Indian stock market: For nearly two decades, were largely driven by the rise of the information technology (IT) sector. Companies such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys and Wipro became…