Govt in ‘advanced stage of consultation’ on industry’s demand for cotton import duty removal: Official

The government is in an “advanced stage of consultation” regarding the 11 per cent customs duty on imports of raw cotton, and examining if the levy can be removed, with…

India’s next freedom must be the freedom to produce

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal to conserve foreign exchange comes at a critical time for India amid global uncertainty, high import dependence, and recurring supply shocks. His message was…

Gold offered at ₹450/g discount to Indian consumers after import duty hike

Gold prices in the Indian domestic market are trading at a discount of over ₹450 per g to the landed prices, including import taxes, after the Government more than doubled…

IRFC to raise ECB loan worth $2 billion to finance large infra projects

New Delhi: State-owned is planning to mobilise USD 2 billion through , primarily in Japanese yen, to fund business growth in the current financial year. The external commercial borrowing (ECB)…

I gave ChatGPT a ₹10,000 budget for a summer trip — Here’s whether It chose Goa or Puducherry

I asked AI if a Goa or Puducherry trip can be done under ₹10,000? Here’s what it said. I asked Chatgpt that we are planning a one-week summer trip for…

Credit card fees and charges: Here are top things to watch for to manage credit effectively

A line of flexible, short-term borrowing, credit cards assist with tracking expenses, simplify payments and offer valuable benefits from banks and lenders, besides helping build your credit score. However, they…

Hard vs Soft credit inquiries: 5 important differences that can impact your credit score

Your credit report is nothing but your financial report card. This is a three-digit number that provides future lenders with a clear idea of your repayment potential and borrowing integrity.…

Top 5 flexi cap mutual funds to consider for SIP in a volatile market

The current market situation cannot be ignored. Even SIPs, long considered one of the most reliable ways to navigate market downturns, now appear to be under pressure. From young investors…

Buying a flat in Bengaluru? An architect’s completion certificate may not be enough. What buyers should know

A recent order by the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority (KRERA) has underscored an important distinction often overlooked by homebuyers: a completion certificate issued by an architect is not equivalent…

Stocks to buy under ₹100: Sumeet Bagadia recommends three stocks to buy on Monday – 25 May 2026

Indian stock market: The Indian stock market closed higher on Friday, driven by strong gains in banking majors such as ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank. Benchmark indices stayed…