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Subscription income? Understand your tax obligations 

19 Feb 2025

Finance

Tax deductions on pets' expenses: All you need to know 

In India, the surge in pet ownership has led to a substantial rise in expenditure on pet care.

19 Feb 2025

Finance

PPF vs NSC: Which one to choose? 

In India, Public Provident Fund (PPF) and National Savings Certificates (NSC) are popular options for tax-saving investments.

19 Feb 2025

Finance

PPF v/s FD: Which one to choose? 

When it comes to saving money, knowing how your investments compound over time is key.

19 Feb 2025

Zepto

Zepto now delivers Lenskart's smart eyewear in just 10 minutes

Leading eyewear start-up Lenskart has partnered with quick commerce firm Zepto.

19 Feb 2025

India

US to buy India-made cannons. This listed company will supply

In a landmark development, Bharat Forge's wholly-owned subsidiary Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd (KSSL) has bagged a historic contract with AM General, US.

19 Feb 2025

India

Gold prices hit record high today: Here we decode why

Gold prices hit an all-time high today, with spot gold touching $2,945 per ounce.

19 Feb 2025

Apple

Another iPhone component supplier plans to shift production to India

Murata Manufacturing Co., a major supplier of components for Apple's iPhone, is considering shifting some of its production to India. The move is part of a broader effort to restructure global supply chains.

19 Feb 2025

Elon Musk

Musk's X seeking funds at $44B—same valuation as Twitter acquisition

Elon Musk's social media platform, X, is in talks to raise funds from investors at a $44 billion valuation.

19 Feb 2025

Zoho Corporation

Zoho, Zerodha among India's most valuable unlisted companies: Report

Zoho Corporation and Zerodha have been named two of India's most valuable unlisted firms, according to the 2024 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 report.

19 Feb 2025

N Chandrasekaran

Tata Group's ₹500cr investment to upgrade Breach Candy hospital

India's leading business conglomerate Tata Group has announced a massive ₹500 crore investment in Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital.

19 Feb 2025

Finance

It's never too early to plan for retirement: Know how

Retirement marks a major shift, transitioning from regular paychecks to relying on multiple financial streams for stability.

19 Feb 2025

Finance

Moving abroad? This packing strategy could save you big bucks 

Moving from India to another country is an exciting and challenging journey, involving not only emotional transitions but also significant financial planning.

19 Feb 2025

BigBasket

'Strategic blunder': Tata concerned over BigBasket's performance in quick commerce

Tata Sons is unhappy with the slow growth of its subsidiary BigBasket in the booming quick commerce space.

19 Feb 2025

OYO Rooms

OYO brings Danish brand DanCenter's holiday homes to India

Oravel Stays, the parent company of travel tech unicorn OYO, has launched its European holiday home brand DanCenter, in India.

19 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

National Science Foundation fires 10% of workforce on Trump's order

The US National Science Foundation (NSF) has laid off nearly 10% of its workforce. The layoffs were announced on Tuesday, with 168 employees being let go.

19 Feb 2025

KFC

End-of-an-era: KFC leaving its Kentucky home and moving to Texas

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), the popular fast-food chain, is moving its US corporate headquarters from Louisville in Kentucky to Plano, Texas.

19 Feb 2025

Adani Group

Help in Adani fraud probe: US to Modi government

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has sought the Indian government's help to serve a complaint against Gautam Adani, founder of the Adani Group, and his nephew Sagar Adani.

19 Feb 2025

Pokemon Go

'Pokemon Go' creator wants to sell gaming division for $3.5B

Niantic, the maker of global phenomenon Pokemon Go, is in advanced talks to sell its gaming division to Saudi Arabia-owned Scopely.

19 Feb 2025

Sam Altman

HP acquires Humane for $116M, shuts down AI Pin wearable

HP has announced its acquisition of Humane, the innovative start-up behind the Ai Pin device.

19 Feb 2025

Donald Trump

Trump imposes 25% tariffs on auto, pharma, and semiconductor imports

US President Donald Trump has announced his plans to impose a 25% tariff on imported automobiles, semiconductors, and pharmaceutical products.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

What is biofuel financing? Why should you read about it? 

As the government aims to reduce dependency on crude oil imports and promote cleaner energy, biofuels have emerged as a promising alternative.

18 Feb 2025

Indian Government

Modi government's scheme for 1st-time entrepreneurs to create 25L jobs

The Indian government recently launched a new initiative for first-time entrepreneurs.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

PPF v/s Sovereign Gold bonds: Which is a better investment? 

In India, the Public Provident Fund and Sovereign Gold Bonds are two of the most popular investment options.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

What is equity crowdfunding? Why should you read about it? 

Equity crowdfunding in India is bridging the gap between startups and investors, facilitating small investments in promising companies in exchange for equity, all done online!

18 Feb 2025

Finance

An insurance guide for Indian pop-up shop entrepreneurs 

Starting a pop-up shop in India is an exciting venture for entrepreneurs looking to test the market or sell seasonal products.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

Can overdrafts beat PPF for long-term savings? Here's the truth 

In India's personal finance world, people frequently juggle investment and credit options like the Overdraft Facility and the Public Provident Fund (PPF).

18 Feb 2025

Finance

Child's education on mind? You need to read this! 

In India, saving for your child's education is no longer optional, thanks to skyrocketing costs.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

If travel is your thing, consider these travel insurance plans 

Travel insurance is a traveler's best friend, offering protection against unexpected surprises on your international adventures.

18 Feb 2025

Finance

For beekeepers: You can avail these customized loans 

Beekeeping, or apiculture, plays a crucial role in India's rural economy. It's a sustainable agricultural practice where bee colonies are kept in man-made hives to harvest honey and other bee products.

18 Feb 2025

Meta

Terminated Meta employees allege layoffs were not based on performance

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing the ire of its employees over a string of layoffs. The tech giant announced plans to fire over 3,000 workers.

TCS accused of visa fraud by ex-employee: Here's what happened

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a top Indian IT giant, is facing allegations of visa fraud and manipulation of US labor laws and H-1B visa regulations.

18 Feb 2025

Samsung

Samsung's Tamil Nadu plant continues production amid labor strike

Despite an ongoing labor strike, Samsung has confirmed that its goods production at the Sriperumbudur factory in Tamil Nadu is continuing as usual.

18 Feb 2025

OpenAI

This is how OpenAI plans to prevent hostile takeovers

OpenAI, the leading artificial intelligence (AI) research lab, is considering special voting rights, as per Financial Times.

18 Feb 2025

Stock Market

Nifty IT index ends 7-day losing streak

Ending its seven-day losing streak, the Nifty IT index witnessed a major turnaround today.

18 Feb 2025

Infosys

Infosys caught 'red-handed' stealing trade secrets: Cognizant

Cognizant has accused Infosys of being "caught red-handed" stealing the trade secrets of its healthcare software TriZetto, in a US lawsuit.

Meat delivery start-up Licious eyes $2B valuation in 2026 IPO

Temasek Holdings-backed online meat and seafood retailer Licious is planning to go public in 2026. It is targeting a valuation of over $2 billion for its listing.