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Lalithaa Jewellery files draft papers with Sebi; seeks to raise Rs 1,700 crore via IPO

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart, a Chennai-based company, plans to raise Rs 1,700 crore through an IPO. The IPO includes a fresh issue and an offer-for-sale. The company will use the funds to establish new stores. Lalithaa Jewellery Mart has 56 stores…

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Online prices in 12 cities to be monitored for new CPI series

The government plans to monitor e-commerce price trends in 12 major cities to improve the accuracy of the new Consumer Price Index (CPI) series, set to release in 2026. This initiative involves tracking prices from leading online sellers and expanding…

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Lenskart becomes public limited company in preparation for IPO

The Gurugram-based omnichannel eyewear brand Lenskart closed a $200 million secondary round in June 2024 at a $5 billion valuation. Singapore’s sovereign fund Temasek and US financial services giant Fidelity had participated in the round. The company is expecting a…

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Birla Opus Paints files abuse complaint with CCI against Asian Paints

Grasim Industries, which owns Birla Opus Paints, reportedly filed the complaint in November 2024, alleging that Asian Paints threatened dealers with reduced credit limits and withdrawal of contracts if they engaged with Grasim.

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Global smartphone shipment forecast for 2025 revised downward over tariff uncertainty: Report

Market intelligence research firm Counterpoint Research has lowered global smartphone shipment forecast for 2025. It has revised down its 2025 global smartphone shipment growth forecast to 1.9 per cent year-on-year from 4.2 per cent, citing uncertainties surrounding US tariffs.

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India, fastest-growing major economy, a key global voice on climate, digital innovation: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted India’s rapid transformation across sectors, driven by the NDA Government’s focus on good governance and inclusive growth.

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SBI employees to go on a 2-day strike on May 25,26: Check their 16 key demands
State Bank of India employees plan a two-day strike on May 25-26, 2026, to demand better working conditions and job security. The All India State Bank of India Staff Federation cites administrative neglect and anti-employee policies as reasons for the protest.
Income-tax returns: Form 121 replaces Form 15G, 15H — Who is eligible, where to download and how to avoid TDS, explained
The new Income-Tax Act 2025 replaced the original Tax Deducted at Source forms — Form 15G and 15H — with a single Form 121, as part of the government's move to streamline and simplify India's tax codes.
Tenant rights in India: How much of security deposit can be legally deducted by your landlord?
Security deposit rules in India, guided by the Model Tenancy Act, 2021, vary by state and dictate how much landlords can collect and under what conditions deductions may occur. Details here.
₹100 crore retirement fund ‘a math scam’, ₹2-3 crore ‘strong number, stop taking advice from influencers’, warns CA
CA Kaushik believes that ordinary investors should not take advice from influencers who push for ₹100 crore retirement fund, calling it a ‘mathematical impossibility’ and ‘math scam’. He feels that ₹2-3 crore or even up to ₹5 crore are ‘strong, realistic numbers’.
I asked ChatGPT to plan my daughter’s Harvard education: AI suggests mutual funds, dollar assets, gives yearly cash flow
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to ₹7.22 crore for two years. It suggests diversifying investments and emphasizes the importance of academic preparation and scholarship opportunities.
Buy Now Pay Later: Here's how BNPL works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is a short-term financing option allowing customers to buy items and pay in installments. Here's all you need to know about how it works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score…
Rupee at record low: What it means for your personal finances, foreign travel, imports and markets — explained
The rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar on 5 May 2026 due to rising US-Iran tensions and soaring crude oil prices. This could impact India's economy as well as household spending. Details here.
Income-tax returns: Investment proof, PAN Card — Here's a checklist of required documents for smooth ITR filing process
Filing income tax returns can be a tough task for salaried individuals and first-time ITR filers alike. To make the process smoother and hassle-free, here's a checklist of essential documents you'll need, including Form 16, your PAN Card, and proofs of investment.
EPF vs PPF: Key differences, rules, tax benefits and returns explained
EPF and PPF are key long-term savings instruments in India. While EPF is for salaried employees, PPF is open to all. Both offer tax benefits and fixed interest rates, but differ in eligibility, contributions, and withdrawal rules.
Dearness Allowance: What are the types of DA and how often are they revised? We answer top FAQs
Dearness Allowance is of two types, one which is revised quarterly based on CPI, and the other revised semi-annually. Both these aim to mitigate inflation effects for households of central government employees.