Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) v Public Provident Fund (PPF) in 2026: Compare interest rates, tax benefits, eligibility, maturity, withdrawals and returns to understand which government-backed savings scheme better suits your financial goals.

Nine Sensex stocks offer a potential upside of 20% to 41% over the next 12 months, based on average analyst targets compiled by Trendlyne. HDFC Bank leads the list, followed by Axis Bank, Reliance Industries and NTPC.

Health insurance can protect savings from rising medical costs, but hidden exclusions, room-rent limits, sub-limits and incomplete disclosures can reduce claims. Check out these five common health insurance traps and learn how to choose coverage that offers meaningful financial protection.

White House has identified more than 40 countries associated with “elevated illegal transshipment risk”, with India among the top “enablers” of China’s evasion of tariffs; the other countries named as the top enablers are Mexico, Canada, the European Union, Japan, and South Korea.

FPIs had withdrawn Rs 49,340 crore in June, Rs 32,963 crore in May, Rs 60,847 crore in April and a massive Rs 1.17 lakh crore in March.

The inspection covered multiple parts of the establishment including the kitchen, storeroom, cold storage facilities and other storage areas. Food samples were also collected on-site and dispatched to a laboratory for comprehensive testing.

Trump shared a 2019 photo with Kim Jong Un, saying they “get along GREAT”, ahead of US-South Korea drills. North Korea condemned the exercises, warned of a “nuclear alliance” and conducted a suspected missile launch.

Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 489.92 points, or 0.62%, and the NSE Nifty dipped 204.65 points, or 0.83%.

In the upcoming week, nearly one hundred companies have announced record dates for dividends, making it crucial for investors to hold shares prior to these dates for eligibility in corporate actions. Notably, companies like Bandhan Bank and LIC Housing Finance are part of this corporate movement, which includes dividend payments, bonus issues, and stock splits, reflecting significant adjustments across the market.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke plans to join villagers in a protest demanding the removal of a school principal over alleged alcoholism and poor facilities, while his ‘School Thik Karo’ campaign targets neglect of rural schools.

According to Kamath, founders need to recognise that artificial intelligence has become "table stakes" rather than a competitive advantage.

The combined market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms eroded by Rs 1 lakh crore last week, with IT bellwether TCS taking the biggest hit, amid a bearish trend in domestic equities. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 489.92 points, or 0.62 per cent, and the NSE Nifty dipped 204.65 points, or 0.83 per cent. "Markets ended the week lower as elevated crude oil prices, renewed geopolitical uncertainty and mixed global cues weighed on investor sentiment," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. While Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) faced erosion from their valuation, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finance, Larsen & Toubro, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Hindustan Unilever were the winners from the top-10 pack. These five firms together added Rs 55,149.45 crore in market valuation. The market valuation of TCS eroded by Rs 34,263.28 crore to Rs 8,53,506.85 crore. Reliance ...

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry has specified maximum LPG production levels for 21 refineries and upstream companies, with combined production potential set at 63,810 tonnes a day

After a modest opening on Friday, the Sunny Deol starrer saw a strong 134.8% jump on Saturday, earning Rs 13.50 crore compared to Rs 5.75 crore on Day 1.

The EPFO has simplified withdrawal rules, allowing members to access a major chunk of their PF for emergencies like unemployment, medical needs, education etc. Full details here. 

The report titled "Passenger Amenities and Sanitation at Non-Suburban Railway Stations in Indian Railways," examined passenger amenities, sanitation, water quality, monitoring and use of funds.

Indian equities are likely to remain range-bound in the week of August 17–21, with elevated crude prices, global uncertainty and shifting US Fed expectations keeping investors cautious. Sensex fell around 500 points and Nifty 205 points last week, while broader markets declined further. Analysts highlight four key factors that could drive Dalal Street’s direction this week, including crude prices, global cues, inflation risks and geopolitical developments.

Foreign investors continued their buying spree in Indian equities, investing Rs 16,621 crore in the first fortnight of August, as improving relative valuations, resilient corporate earnings and expectations of softer US interest rates boosted sentiment. The inflow follows a Rs 20,200-crore investment in July, marking a sharp turnaround after four consecutive months of heavy selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs). FPIs had withdrawn Rs 49,340 crore in June, Rs 32,963 crore in May, Rs 60,847 crore in April and a massive Rs 1.17 lakh crore in March. Prior to this selling streak, they had invested Rs 22,615 crore in February, according to CDSL data. Despite the recent buying, foreign investors have remained net sellers in Indian equities in 2026, withdrawing around Rs 2.4 lakh crore so far, already exceeding the Rs 1.66 lakh crore outflow recorded during the entire 2025. Market experts attributed the recent reversal to a combination of factors, including attractive valuations ..

Anticipation is high in the primary market as six firms prepare to launch IPOs this week, including Blackstone-backed Horizon Industrial Parks and Lalithaa Jewellery Mart. With an increase in public issues, these companies aim to secure funds for growth and development. Following several recent market activities, this wave of IPOs could significantly enhance the total listings for the year.

Iran-Oman talks over the Strait of Hormuz continue as Israel’s Lebanon strikes kill 11. Qatar denies holding Iranian pilots, while US naval deployments and an oil spill add to growing regional tensions.

Indian equities may stay supported by a resilient domestic economy, but future returns are likely to depend more on earnings growth than valuation re-rating, says Pawan Bharaddia of Equitree Capital Advisors. He sees alpha opportunities in select small and microcaps, especially those with a ₹1,000–5,000 crore market cap, while largecaps offer better stability and earnings visibility.

The 8th Pay Commission could reshape Central government salaries, with employees seeking higher basic pay and fitment factors. Here is how minimum basic pay rose from ₹55 under the 1st Pay Commission to ₹18,000 under the 7th.

Zinc prices have escalated to their highest levels in years on international markets, fueled by supply interruptions and dwindling stockpiles. The robust industrial need, particularly for galvanized steel, is sustaining these elevated prices. Currently, the global zinc market is experiencing a minor shortfall, a trend likely to endure. Looking ahead, growth in demand remains positive, supported by ongoing urbanization and significant infrastructure projects.

De la Espriella wrote in a post on X that he made the request "in order to give some relief to our business owners, who are facing very difficult times due to the effects of the earthquake."

The officers responding to the scene found five people suffering from gunshot wounds outside the campus dormitories.

Exide and Amara Raja have got their gigafactories running. The raw materials that feed them are still almost entirely Chinese, and a fresh round of export controls is due in November.

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a show-cause notice to actors Shah Rukh Khan, Ajay Devgn, and Tiger Shroff for indirectly promoting pan masala, a prohibited product in the state, through an advertisement.

Iran says Qatar is holding three missing Iranian pilots, but Doha denies the claim. The region sees fresh violence, with an oil tanker attack, Israeli strikes in Lebanon and Houthi missile attacks in Yemen.

Income Tax Calendar 2026 highlights key ITR filing, advance tax, tax audit, TDS and belated return deadlines from August to December. Know the important dates for AY 2026-27, understand revised return rules and plan tax compliance.

To be eligible for these payouts, investors must be mindful of the ex-dividend date, which is the day the share price adjusts to reflect the upcoming dividend.

FAST-DS 2026 opens on August 16, allowing eligible taxpayers to disclose certain undisclosed foreign assets and income until December 31. For the first category, a ₹1 crore declaration can attract ₹30 lakh tax plus an equal additional amount, taking the total payment to ₹60 lakh.

A gift from parents to a married daughter is generally tax-free under the Income-tax Act, 2025. However, interest, rent, dividends and capital gains earned from gifted money, property or investments may be taxable separately.

Four IPOs from Sunshine Pictures, Shankesh Jewellers, Horizon Industrial Parks, and Lalithaa Jewellery Mart will open in India this week.

Bank holidays this week: Banks across India will be open for 4 to 5 days this week but digital banking services are available 24/7 for customers irrespective of bank holidays. Check dates on bank holidays as per RBI calendar.

Zen Technologies has declared a bonus issue in the ratio of 5:1. The record date for the bonus issue is August 21.

N. Chandrasekaran’s tenure saw major structural changes in Tata’s aviation business, most notably the merger of Air India and Vistara

Taxpayers will pay a 30% tax on the value of the declared undisclosed foreign asset or income, plus an additional amount equal to the tax, effectively taking the levy to 60%

In order to increase domestic value addition, production efficiency, and deeper integration between the upstream and downstream parts of the solar value chain, the integrated plant will combine ingot, wafer, cell and module manufacturing.

Nyka Steel is already undergoing a Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) before the NCLT

With pharmaceutical exports to 191 countries in 20242025, India presently ranks 11th in the world by value.

If a notice is issued, you need to first verify the authenticity of the document on the official income-tax e-filing portal.

One lap never decides a championship, just like one trade never builds a portfolio. It is the telemetry, and the speed of reading it, that separates winners from the field

Its team in Bengaluru developed several AI algorithms that helped deliver around 670 million personalised offers to approximately 14-15 million customers of the British retail chain. The GCC processes payroll worth around £5.5-6 billion annually from India for the retailer’s 340,000 employees worldwide. The team connects store, customer, supply-chain, market and competition data and translates it into decisions aimed at driving growth and profitability

The proposed hubs will bring metro, rail, buses and other transport modes together to enable seamless interchanges and improve last-mile connectivity.

The Indian smartphone industry has slightly de-grown in the first half of calendar 2026. For the second half of 2026, Xiaomi expects the market to remain broadly flat or potentially decline. Also, rising memory and storage costs still remain a pressure point for handset makers

A 6.9 magnitude earthquake jolted Pematangsiantar in North Sumatra province, about 830 miles northwest of Jakarta. There were no initial reports of casualties or damage from the Sumatra temblor.

Tata AIA rejected a ₹1 crore life insurance claim from a widow, alleging nondisclosure of prior insurance issues. 

Tata AIA rejected a ₹1 crore life insurance claim from a widow, alleging nondisclosure of prior insurance issues. 

The affected candidates were selected through Wipro’s Elite Hiring 2025 process

The finalization of a "shipping map" forms part of a broader accord to govern traffic through the strait and constitutes an independent arrangement between the two states that will uphold their sovereignty and ensure the safe transit of vessels.

The win gives India an ideal start in Pool D. They next face England on August 17 before taking on arch-rivals Pakistan on August 19.

An analysis by The Hindu shows that the growth in the value of UPI transactions has been consistently slowing since 2021-22, although the current rate of growth is still higher than that of cash with the public

The Partition drama saw a clear rise in audience turnout on Saturday, with the Independence Day weekend giving the film a much-needed push.

The USS George Washington is departing the Pacific and expected to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East amid growing concerns about mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed carrier.

Kolkata-based steel processor reports 15% growth in Q1 income, while EBITDA margin expands 147 basis points to 25.1%; Bokaro expansion remains on track for revenue generation in Q2 FY27.

The UK Maritime Trade Operations on Saturday said it had been notified of a projectile striking the hull of a bulk carrier. Two Abu Dhabi National Oil Co. vessels were struck while transiting Hormuz on Thursday and another was hit on Friday evening.

Awarapan 2 has also reportedly delivered Emraan Hashmi’s biggest opening as a solo lead, marking a major turnaround for the franchise.

Elon Musk says X will make government content-removal requests more visible, expanding transparency around censorship, moderation and algorithms while giving users greater insight into government intervention and content visibility.

The prime minister calls for a shift from farm production to export markets, backed by rising demand for chemical-free food.

Key demands by the BMS include hike in variable DA, a minimum monthly wage of ₹30,000 for unskilled workers, job security for contract workers, higher pensions and increased wage ceilings for EPF and ESLI schemes. 

Trump and Elon Musk have moved from a bitter feud to a cautious alliance, with Musk planning to spend at least $100 million on Republican efforts in the 2026 midterms while maintaining a lower political profile.

Jana Nayagan needs around Rs 4.71 crore more to reach Rs 200 crore in India, with Vijay starrer now in the last leg of its theatrical run.

IndiGo has classified him as an unruly passenger, and police indicated the airline could also move to place him on its no-fly list.

Search and rescueactivities have been carried out by Nacho Police Station personnel.

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Unlike some past form transitions, USCIS will not allow a buffer period during which older editions remain valid alongside the new ones.

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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke launched ‘School Thik Karo’ to highlight poor infrastructure in rural government schools, urging citizens to conduct social audits and question political leaders over education and spending priorities.

IRCTC ramps up capacity at existing plants and eyes four new sites as demand for its bottled water continues to outstrip supply, even as a beverage-brand partnership remains elusive.

The Ewan McGregor and Anne Hathaway-starrer earned Rs 90 lakh net in India on Day 1 from 1,856 shows. Its India gross collection stood at Rs 1.08 crore.

India marks its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, celebrating eight decades of freedom, unity, and progress with nationwide ceremonies and cultural events.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wore a traditional red tie-and-dye turban for his 13th Independence Day address from the Red Fort, paired with a white kurta and brown vest.

The opposition to the proposed act primarily centres on a potential subversion to the federal structure of how revenue from mining resources is taxed, especially in resource-rich and States which particularly depend on taxing the resources for revenue.

We have a stock market that is large, liquid and genuinely diverse. We have a government that has made growth a clear priority. And we have an RBI that has earned its credibility the hard way - through inflation battles, currency management, and a consistent refusal to take reckless shortcuts.

In an exclusive interview to NDTV Profit Editors, Tukaram Mundhe speaks candidly. Meet the IAS officer behind the FDA raids and restaurant notices. Watch now!

While policies exist for the framework of BESS, execution on the ground still falls short on account of limited domestic manufacturing, dependence on exports and grid instability.

Kisan Vikas Patra offers a 7.5% annual interest rate in July-September 2026, with investments doubling in 115 months. Here is how KVP works, its maturity period, investment limits and key points savers should know before investing.

The Central Board of Direct Taxes launched a one-time scheme on 16 August for small taxpayers to declare undisclosed foreign assets until December 2026. A 60% payment on the declared value ensures immunity from penalties.

The government will also roll out Yuva Udyoga Setu, a digital platform intended to connect job seekers with employers and educational institutions.

The opposition to the proposed act primarily centres on a potential subversion to the federal structure of how revenue from mining resources is taxed, especially in resource-rich and States which particularly depend on taxing the resources for revenue.

Fans in India can watch the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 match on the Star Sports Network television channels and JioHotstar app and website.

Madhusudan Kela’s disclosed portfolio of 19 stocks was worth about Rs 2,665 crore as of August 14. Seven holdings gained 10–135% in 2026, while five declined 15–30%, highlighting sharply divergent performances.

Employees with multiple jobs may receive separate EPF benefits from each employer, and EPFO provides guidelines for overlapping employment. Details here. 

Home loan prepayment can reduce interest costs, while investing surplus funds may offer higher returns. Compare the loan rate, post-tax investment gains, risk and liquidity before deciding. 

Check out the difference between a credit card statement date and payment due date. Having a clear understanding of the same can help cardholders plan repayments, avoid late fees and interest, manage cash flow and maintain healthier credit habits.

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RBI has proposed a new MCLR formula using a three-month moving average of banks’ marginal funding costs. The draft also proposes a three-month reset period for MCLR-linked loans and aims to make loan pricing more transparent.

Bitcoin hovered near $63,000 as weaker ETF demand and a cancelled SEC meeting weighed on crypto sentiment. Bitcoin and Ethereum declined, while the global crypto market cap slipped 0.4%. Analysts cited subdued momentum, regulatory uncertainty and range-bound trading.

Desai and Patel, who were both already married to other people, had entered a relationship that his family knew nothing about.

Financial freedom requires more than wealth creation. Learn how life insurance, emergency savings and disciplined SIP investing can protect family finances, support long-term goals and build a stronger financial plan against unexpected life events.

India marks its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, celebrating eight decades of freedom, unity, and progress with nationwide ceremonies and cultural events.

Learn how to invest ₹5 lakh wisely at different ages with a practical asset allocation strategy covering equity, mutual funds, fixed deposits, gold and liquidity, while balancing risk, financial goals, family responsibilities and long-term wealth creation.

Nifty remains range-bound amid falling volatility, with 24,200–24,150 as key support and 24,550–24,600 as resistance. Options data shows strong Put writing, suggesting limited downside. Analysts prefer PSU banks, while defence, auto and chemicals remain technically strong.

The earthquake struck at around 5:58 am local time at a depth of about 10 km, with its epicentre located 68 km north-northwest of Ende in East Nusa Tenggara province, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

Afghanistan eye a 4-0 series win against Ireland in the fifth ODI, with the hosts seeking a consolation victory in Belfast on Aug. 15.

DA Hike 2026 explained: Know how Dearness Allowance is calculated using CPI-IW data, when the July revision takes effect, and how retrospective payments and arrears work. Having a conceptual understanding of these aspects can help in better financial planning. 

India’s IPO market enters another busy week, with five companies set to raise Rs 5,499.32 crore between August 17 and 21. Horizon Industrial Parks leads fundraising, while five recently completed IPOs, including Shiprocket, are scheduled to list.