Business

If you’re employed and your salary is deducted monthly from your PF (Provident Fund), a new decision by the central government could brighten your fortunes. The scope of the free life insurance (EDLI) scheme, available under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), could now increase from ₹7 lakh to ₹10.5 …

New Delhi. The Central Government has taken a very relieving step for the food industry, bakery manufacturers, pastry shops and sweet traders across the country. The government has doubled the legal limit for sugar stock from 15 days to 30 days. After this decision, bulk consumers who consume sugar on …

RBI Rate Hikes: Repo rate hike likely in October and December? The buzz in the financial markets has intensified regarding the upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Given the global uncertainties and the trend of inflation in the country, the question is being …

There is panic in the markets of Delhi, will ‘cash on hand’ return again? There’s widespread concern among Delhi’s major trade associations and shopkeepers about the potential UPI MDR (Merchant Discount Rate) fee, which will come into effect on October 15th. Traders in Chandni Chowk, Connaught Place, Karol Bagh, and …

Tata Motors has officially launched the new ‘Legend Series’ edition of its iconic SUV, the Tata Sirius, in the Indian market. Keeping in mind the growing customer demand, the company has set the starting price of this new edition at ₹11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This new series is offered in base …

Zero Charges for Regular Daily Payments Under the government and National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) guidelines, UPI payments for daily transactions remain 100% free for consumers. Whether paying at a local grocery store, transferring money to friends, or settling small bills, individual users do not pay any extra fee. …

Moody’s Investors Service has raised its GDP growth forecast for India for the current fiscal year to 7% from 6.8%. Strong domestic demand, government capital spending, and a pick-up in private investment are cited as the main reasons for this record growth. Strong infrastructure and manufacturing boost India’s manufacturing and …

Ground Report (Special Correspondent, New Delhi): If you’re planning to buy a new car this festive season, taking a look at banks’ car loan offers and interest rates could prove extremely beneficial. As of September 2026, interest rates for new cars from major public and private banks in the country …

Ground Report (Special Correspondent): World-renowned Italian supercar manufacturer Lamborghini hosted its flagship driving experience program, ‘Esperienza Corsa’ . This exclusive event gave auto enthusiasts and Lamborghini owners from across the world the opportunity to drive the brand’s most powerful super-sports cars to their limits. The main highlight on the track …

Ground Report (Special Correspondent): JSW Group is all set to make a big splash in the Indian automobile market with its new automotive brand identity. After acquiring a stake in MG Motor India, JSW is now planning to launch new products in India in collaboration with Chinese auto-giant Chery . …