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Reliance to bet on affordable FMCG products to tap 60 crore mass consumers

Reliance Industries is expanding its presence in India’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) market by focusing on affordable products for around 60 crore mass-market consumers, according to T Krishnakumar, director of Reliance Consumer Products (RCPL). The strategy includes partnering closely with…

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India may let US, foreign firms bid for big government contracts, sources say

India is set to open its government procurement market to foreign companies. This shift follows a trade deal with the UK. US firms may soon bid on contracts worth over $50 billion. This move is part of ongoing trade negotiations…

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RBI to transfer Rs 2.7 lakh crore as dividend to govt, a record

Madan Sabnavis, chief economist at Bank of Baroda, said the payout is larger than anticipated and could provide the govt with Rs 50,000 crore to Rs 60,000 crore in extra resources.

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Sun Pharma to invest $25 mn in Pharmazz Inc; raises stake to 22.7 pc

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd will invest up to USD 25 million in Pharmazz Inc, increasing its stake to 22.7%. This investment triggers the conversion of a previous agreement. Sun Pharma gains an option to negotiate licensing of Sovateltide for developed…

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Internal accruals may fund roughly half of Vedanta’s $20 billion expansion plan: Anil Agarwal

Vedanta, led by Anil Agarwal, will maintain a level of debt as it pursues a $20 billion expansion plan funded through internal accruals, equity partnerships, and debt. The company also announced an Rs 80,000 crore investment in the North East,…

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India to push for bringing Pakistan on FATF grey list: Government sources

India will leave no effort to bring Pakistan onto the grey list, according to government sources. The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog, has been informed about India’s intentions.

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Canara Bank hikes MCLR rate by 5 bps — Here's a look at how this impacts your auto, home and personal loan repayments
Public sector lender Canara Bank on Tuesday (12 May) hiked its MCLR rates by 5 bps. We explore how this increase will likely impact borrowers' repayments for car loans, home loans and personal loans.
PPF extension vs phased withdrawals: What should investors choose after account maturity?
After a PPF account matures, investors can withdraw the corpus, extend it for five years, or make phased withdrawals. Choices depend on financial goals and liquidity needs. Details here.
8th Pay Commission latest updates: 5 key developments on meetings, fitment factor and salary revision
8th Pay Commission consultations are gaining pace, with stakeholder meetings, regional visits, and an extension of the memorandum deadline, as central government employees and pensioners await updates on salary and pension revisions. 
Did your elderly parent become victim of cyber fraud? From saving proof to filing FIR, here’s what you should do next
To file an FIR for a cybercrime involving elderly parents or family members, swift evidence collection, online fraud reporting and bank notification are crucial. Quick action will help minimise financial losses and protect the victim's rights. 
8th central pay commission: Why are staff representatives demanding expansion of family units from 3 to 5, explained
The NC-JCM, led by Shiv Gopal Mishra, submitted a 51-page memorandum to the 8th CPC, proposing salary hike, increased minimum pay and expansion of family units for salary calculations from 3 to 5 to reflect current realities.
Pension amount for elderly, widows under NSAP unchanged since 2012; inflation makes it worse
When adjusted to the current Consumer Price Index (CPI), a pension of ₹200 should cost ₹353 to retain its original purchasing power.
Bank FD vs SCSS: Which investment gives better returns over 5 years?
SCSS vs FD comparison highlights higher assured returns from government-backed schemes than bank fixed deposits over five years, with SCSS offering superior maturity value alongside FD flexibility for investors. 
What happens if you don’t extend SCSS tenure? Rules, interest and withdrawal explained
The Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme (SCSS) offers investment options for individuals aged 60 and above, with quarterly interest payments. It has a five-year maturity period and allows extensions. Here's what happens if you extend the tenure.
Dearness Allowance: Indian Railways hikes DA for employees by 2% effective from 1 January — Here's all you need to know
Dearness Allowance: After the Finance Ministry and IBA, the Indian Railways has also hiked the DA component of employees' salaries by 2%, from 58% to 60%, with effect from 1 January 2026. Here's all you need to know.
How can NRIs simplify investing between India and their country of residence?
From NRE vs NRO confusion to tax treaties and GIFT City access, here’s a practical roadmap for NRIs to simplify cross-border investing and build one coherent global financial strategy.