Sep 02, 2026, at 04:30 pm
Buying term insurance when young is straightforward. You are healthy, the paperwork is simple, and approvals rarely take long. But apply for a large cover like a 2 crore term insurance plan closer to the upper end of the age bracket, and things get more detailed. Insurers check more, ask more questions, and several compliance factors come into play that can affect whether you get approved, at what price, or with what conditions.
JioHotstar launches globally: Check out the countries where you can now avail the service
Sep 02, 2026, at 03:56 pm
JioHotstar on Wednesday announced its international launch across the UK, Canada and Singapore marking the next chapter in its vision of Infinite Possibilities and its journey towards becoming a global entertainment platform.
India Post Payments Bank launches DakPay Sound Box for Merchants. All details here
Sep 02, 2026, at 02:40 pm
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) on Tuesday marks its 9th Foundation Day, reaffirming its commitment to expanding accessible, inclusive and technology-enabled financial services across the country.
Mahindra’s mega Nagpur plant takes shape: First 800 acres set for possession
Sep 02, 2026, at 02:24 pm
Mumbai/IBNS: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. is moving towards taking possession of the first package of approximately 800 acres for its largest integrated automobile and tractor manufacturing facility at Additional Butibori in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ author Robert Kiyosaki is in $1.2 billion debt: Reports
Sep 02, 2026, at 01:58 pm
“Rich Dad Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki, who is widely followed for his financial advice and wealth-building strategies, is reportedly carrying $1.2 billion in debt linked to his extensive real-estate investments, according to media reports.
Shah Rukh Khan joins Vi as brand face; new identity signals telecom giant’s big transformation
Sep 02, 2026, at 11:48 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Telecom giant Vodafone Idea has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and roped in Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan as the face of its upcoming campaign ‘Vi badal raha hai... tayaar rahiye’, the company said on Tuesday.
Sensex crashes 700 points, Nifty below 24,000: Is US-Iran conflict triggering a market meltdown?
Sep 02, 2026, at 11:13 am
Mumbai/IBNS: Indian equity markets came under heavy selling pressure on Wednesday as escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran sent crude oil prices higher, stoking concerns over inflation and global economic stability.
Sep 02, 2026, at 12:16 am
Vedanta Limited, a leading global producer of metals, critical minerals and technology, has said it reinforced its commitment to technology-led innovation by commissioning India's first-ever high-tech, high-speed hydrostatic portable rig equipped with advanced safety features.
Bank of Baroda undertakes major recruitment drive for 2,482 local bank officers: All details here
Sep 01, 2026, at 06:38 pm
Bank of Baroda, one of India’s leading public sector banks, has announced a major recruitment initiative to appoint 2,482 Local Bank Officers (in Grade JMG/S-I) on a regular basis across 20 States and Union Territories.
Tata Power makes big green energy push with 100 MW Solar Project in Tamil Nadu
Sep 01, 2026, at 06:21 pm
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), one of India’s leading renewable energy companies and a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Limited, has commissioned its 100 MW Group Captive Solar Project (TNGC-2) at Vellalankottai and Nalandhula villages in Kayathar, Tamil Nadu.
Godrej Consumer Products expands big: New manufacturing unit inaugurated at Malanpur
Sep 01, 2026, at 06:17 pm
Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) inaugurated its 4th manufacturing unit at Malanpur, Madhya Pradesh, on August 26, under the gracious presence of the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr Mohan Yadav, and Nisaba Godrej, Executive Chairperson, GCPL.
Axis Mutual Fund launches ‘Shagun SIP’ for systematic gold and silver investing. How to do it?
Sep 01, 2026, at 06:13 pm
Axis Mutual Fund, one of India’s leading asset management companies, announced the launch of ‘Shagun SIP’, an industry‑first digital systematic investment feature that enables investors to invest in Axis Gold Fund and Axis Silver Fund of Fund in terms of grams.
Sugar stock limit slashed from 4,000 to 2,000 quintals: What changes from September 15
Sep 01, 2026, at 05:46 pm
The Government of India has reduced the stock holding limit for sugar dealers from 4,000 quintals to 2,000 quintals, effective September 15, 2026, until November 30, 2026, to ensure adequate availability of sugar in the domestic market and prevent hoarding and speculative trading.
Tim Cook bids emotional goodbye as Apple CEO after 15 years
Sep 01, 2026, at 12:55 am
Tim Cook is set to step down as Apple's chief executive officer on August 31, bringing an end to his nearly 15-year tenure at the helm of the technology giant.
ITC Infotech, Happiest Minds announce strategic combination; target US$1 billion revenue by FY28
Aug 31, 2026, at 09:31 pm
New Delhi/IBNS: ITC Infotech, a wholly owned subsidiary of ITC Limited, on Monday announced a proposed strategic combination with Happiest Minds Technologies Ltd to create a scaled, future-ready and AI-first global technology services enterprise, with a target of achieving US$1 billion in revenue by FY28.
India beats the odds with 7.8% GDP growth; PM Modi has a message for critics
Aug 31, 2026, at 06:16 pm
India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP), or GDP at constant prices, for the first quarter (Q1) of FY 2026-27 is estimated at ₹81.36 lakh crore, compared with ₹75.46 lakh crore in Q1 of FY 2025-26, registering a growth of 7.8%, according to government data released on Monday.
No more cash in Uzbekistan? Indians can now pay using UPI across the country
Aug 31, 2026, at 05:06 pm
NPCI International Payments Ltd. (NIPL), the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has entered into a commercial agreement with the National Interbank Processing Centre JSC (NIPC), operator of Uzbekistan’s national payment system, HUMO.
Aug 31, 2026, at 04:59 pm
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said India’s growing semiconductor ecosystem is expected to create 50,000–60,000 direct jobs in the coming years.
Types of Life Insurance in India: A Complete Guide for Every Financial Goal
Aug 31, 2026, at 04:50 pm
Financial planning often begins with life insurance, as it helps protect your family's financial future. Choosing the right policy depends on your income, responsibilities, and long-term goals. India offers different insurance options for different needs. Understanding the types of life insurance available can help you choose a policy that matches your financial priorities. It can also support your family's needs at different stages of life.
Markets bleed on Monday: Sensex ends 307 points lower, Nifty falls 95 points
Aug 31, 2026, at 04:46 pm
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty50 ended lower on Monday, marking a weak start to the week amid selling pressure across key sectors.
Mahindra expands battery-as-a-service across its entire electric origin SUV portfolio
Aug 31, 2026, at 04:39 pm
Automobile major Mahindra has announced the expansion of its Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) programme across its entire Electric Origin SUV portfolio, making it available on the BE 6 SPORTEQ, XEV 9S and XEV 9e.
Zomato layoffs: 250 employees to lose jobs as Hyderabad support centre shuts
Aug 31, 2026, at 04:00 pm
Food delivery platform Zomato is planning to shut down its customer support operations in Hyderabad, a move that will impact around 250 employees, media reports said.
‘Build for the world’: Sitharaman unveils India’s big manufacturing pitch in Chicago
Aug 29, 2026, at 01:33 pm
Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday addressed leading investors and business leaders in Chicago, pitching India as a long-term investment and manufacturing destination.
Magadh Sugar & Energy Q1 results: MSEL records key financial updates for June quarter
Aug 29, 2026, at 11:47 am
Kolkata/IBNS: Magadh Sugar & Energy Limited (MSEL) has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, with the company’s Board of Directors taking the results on record at its meeting held on August 4, 2026.
Rs. 1 lakh became Rs. 44 Lakh in 5 minutes? Trader’s Sensex claim goes viral
Aug 28, 2026, at 06:04 pm
A trader has claimed that a hypothetical investment of Rs 1 lakh in a Sensex put option could have turned into nearly Rs 44 lakh in just five minutes during the closing period on Thursday, triggering a debate on social media.
Aug 27, 2026, at 04:52 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: Anil Balaji Steel, which completed five decades of operations, on Friday unveiled its expansion roadmap, announcing plans to enter Odisha and Uttar Pradesh and target a turnover of over Rs 500 crore by 2030.
Big IT boost for Bengal: LTM opens global delivery & AI centre in Kolkata's New Town
Aug 27, 2026, at 02:11 pm
Kolkata/IBNS: In a big boost to the state's IT industry, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday inaugurated a new Global Delivery & AI Competency Centre of LTM at New Town here.
₹8 Lakh Wedding, ₹3 Lakh Short: Funding Only the Gap Without Draining Your Savings
Aug 27, 2026, at 01:53 pm
Most families do not plan a wedding without savings. They plan it with savings, and then discover somewhere in the middle that the budget has moved. A ₹8 lakh wedding with ₹5 lakh saved leaves a ₹3 lakh gap. The instinct is to empty every account and close the shortfall. There is usually a better way. Here is how to fund only the gap without wiping out your financial cushion.
Aug 26, 2026, at 08:36 pm
Public lender Bank of Baroda has announced the launch of UPI Global Reverse Acceptance, enabling international tourists, overseas Indians and foreign wallet/payment application users from eligible countries to make seamless international QR payments at Bank of Baroda UPI QR merchants across India using their home-country banking or payment applications.
US-Iran conflict: Dubai Airport hit by shocking 31.3 pct passenger drop in first half of 2026
Aug 26, 2026, at 06:50 pm
Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 31.5 million guests during the first six months of 2026, amid the conflict in the region that disrupted air traffic during this period.