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DA hike 2027: Dearness Allowance may rise to 67% from January | How much more could employees get?
The January 2027 Dearness Allowance (DA) rate is pending confirmation, influenced by upcoming CPI-IW readings.
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EPFO PF Withdrawal Rules 2026: How Much Can You Withdraw for Home Purchase, Loan & Repairs?
Buying a home is a big financial step, and many people look for every possible way to arrange the money. Good news for EPF members: EPFO has made it much easier to use your own provident fund savings for housing. You no longer need to keep your PF locked away until retirement if you need…
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From ATM Charges to Revised NPS Fees: 5 Major Financial Rule Changes in October 2026
October brings several changes across banking, digital payment and investment industries that may impact consumers’ financially. Here are five financial changes you should be aware of: 1. SBI ATM withdrawal rules change From October 1,2026, The SBI Salary Package Account holders will now get 5 free transactions per month at the ATM/ADWMs of other banks,…
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Wall Street Week Ahead: Spiking bond yields, midterms, earnings to test US stocks’ typical fourth-quarter strength
As the fourth quarter commences, US stocks traditionally experience a positive trajectory. Nonetheless, investors face hurdles such as climbing bond yields and a heavy reliance on AI expenditures. Coupled with the looming corporate earnings season and the November elections, market unpredictability intensifies. Analysts predict notable earnings growth, particularly driven by investments in AI infrastructure, which…
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Perfumes to Food Flavours: 3 Indian Stocks Exposed to the Growing Fragrance & Flavours Industry
Next time you open a shampoo bottle or bite into a cream biscuit, somebody in a lab worked out that smell and taste. Most people never think about it. Brands do, though, because a good fragrance or flavour can decide whether a product sells. That work is done by a small group of specialist makers,…
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More than half of mid-to-large cap companies fail to deliver returns in 2026
More than half of India’s mid-to-large tier companies with market capitalisation above ₹1,000 crore have faced losses in 2026. Eight companies have experienced significant market cap erosion, affecting investor sentiment. Factors such as regulatory issues, funding costs, and margin pressures contributed to these declines. Foreign portfolio investors have sold a substantial amount of Indian equities…
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Anup Bagchi’s big test at HDFC Bank is winning back investor trust
Incoming HDFC Bank CEO Anup Bagchi’s immediate task is to restore investor confidence by improving execution and governance, as the bank’s loan growth and return on equity have fallen towards industry averages.
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RBI special windows seen big enough to bring in $100B
India’s new forex inflow programs may attract approximately one hundred billion dollars. These special drives have already mobilized over forty billion dollars in foreign exchange. Experts predict these initiatives could significantly exceed initial mobilization estimates. The Reserve Bank of India introduced these facilities to support the balance of payments. These programs aim to cushion the…
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Share of new-to-credit customers rises to 50% in June 2026 from 24% in June 2016: TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC report
NBFCs now account for half of India’s new-to-credit (NTC) borrowers, up from 24% in 2016, according to a TransUnion CIBIL-FIDC report covering about 2,000 NBFCs.
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Govt’s urban reset: Centre divides ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs into two specialised verticals
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has undergone a significant structural overhaul. Senior bureaucrats were replaced and new leadership appointed to spearhead its flagship missions. The ministry was split into two specialized departments, focusing on capital development and urban development. This administrative revamp aims to streamline service delivery and accelerate infrastructure projects. Personnel shifts…