Here are some of the tax-saving instruments that still deserve a place in your long-term wealth strategy, even without the tax break. The author is CEO of PaisabazaarFor many, saving tax has long been one of the key reasons for investing in tax-saving instruments. These instruments have helped Indians not only reduce their tax liability … Read more
FIle photo: Heavy traffic congestion Delhi’s traffic signals could soon become more responsive to the traffic they are actually handling, rather than operating largely on fixed timings.The Centre has approved a Rs 1,789.52-crore Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) for the capital, bringing signals, traffic enforcement, emergency vehicle movement and commuter information onto an integrated technology … Read more
Gadkari said ethanol production had already helped farmers, pointing to the rise in maize prices. (Image for representative purpose only) After introducing E20 petrol for cars, there is now focus on flex-fuel engines that will be able to operate entirely on ethanol or E100. Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently said that ethanol … Read more
Bank customers planning branch visits in October will need to keep the month’s regional and festival holidays in mind, as branches will remain closed on different dates depending on the city. Since bank holidays can vary across regions, customers should check the schedule applicable to their particular branch before visiting.Banks observe both national and state-specific … Read more
What changes for EVs, hybrids and small cars India’s passenger vehicle industry is set for a new fuel-efficiency regime, with the government notifying Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE-III) norms that are set to come into force from April 1, 2027. The framework, which will remain applicable until March 31, 2032, covers new passenger vehicles manufactured … Read more
Small savings schemes are also providing the central government with an additional source of financing. Indians may be moving towards equity investments, but the good old small savings schemes continue to form an important part of their investment portfolio. Be it Public Provident Fund (PPF), Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) or Senior Citizens Savings Scheme (SCSS), … Read more
The bias stays cautious, with yields and Fed policy still the dominant driver even as the pace of losses has slowed. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are down from recent highs and a firmer dollar is adding to its woes. The bias for gold prices continues to stay cautious, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst … Read more
PMO official Shaktikanta Das NEW DELHI: Amid the global challenges, the Indian economy is demonstrating strength on the back of robust domestic demand, sustained industrial and services sector activity, and improving labour market conditions, principal secretary to PM Shaktikanta Das said Tuesday.”High-frequency indicators such as GST collections, electricity generation, rail freight movement, wholesale and retail … Read more
Rupee continues to weaken against US dollar Rupee remained under pressure against the US dollar on Wednesday, slipping 3 paise to 95.97 in early trade. The fall came as demand for the greenback from state-run oil marketing companies and higher crude oil prices weighed the currency down.Rupee began the session at 95.87 at the interbank … Read more
Top stocks to buy today on September 30, 2026 Stock market recommendations: Mehul Kothari, DVP of Technical Research at Anand Rathi Shares recommends Mangalore Refinery And Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL), Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd, and R R Kabel as the top stocks to buy today on September 30, 2026. Detailed analysis on each stock has been … Read more