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iPhone boom powers India’s electronics exports to record highs, set to overtake petroleum

In its race to the third spot, electronics dislodged gems and jewellery and chemicals from third and fourth place, respectively, in FY25.

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SBI to hire 3,500 officers in next 5 months to drive business growth

State Bank of India is set to recruit approximately 3,500 officers to strengthen its operations. The bank is also focusing on increasing its women workforce to 30 percent within the next five years. This initiative aims to enhance gender diversity…

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Japan’s Nikkei tops 50,000 mark for first time on stimulus euphoria

Japan’s Nikkei stock index has crossed the 50,000 mark for the first time. This milestone follows a series of record highs. Investors anticipate significant spending from the new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. The Nikkei 225 saw a substantial rise, while…

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LIC refutes Washington Post report on $3.9 bn Adani investment

Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has vehemently denied a Washington Post report alleging government pressure to invest $3.9 billion in Adani Group companies. LIC stated that no such proposal was ever drafted by officials, calling the report false and…

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India, US ‘very close’ to sealing trade pact: Both sides converge on core issues, legal language being finalised amid tariff uncertainties

The United States and India are nearing the completion of an innovative bilateral trade pact. As both countries engage in constructive dialogues, they’re discovering shared interests. This agreement departs from traditional free trade formats. President Trump recently held a conversation…

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Plagiarism allegations erupt between RBI and SBI economists on LinkedIn

Tensions have surfaced between the Reserve Bank of India and the State Bank of India as an RBI economist claims their research has been lifted in recent SBI reports. The controversy revolves around accusations of plagiarism, particularly in SBI’s Ecowrap,…

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UPI payment failed but money debited? Banks must refund and pay ₹100 per day compensation under RBI rules
The Reserve Bank’s framework on turnaround time and customer compensation for failed transactions sets clear deadlines. Here is all you need to know.
EPFO news: Opportunity to settle EPF damage cases at reduced rates with VISHWAS 2026 - check eligibility
VISHWAS 2026 is a one-time settlement scheme that lets employers resolve disputes over damages levied for delayed Provident Fund contributions. Several High Courts have directed or encouraged employers to use the scheme to close pending litigation.
Income Tax Form 141 covers property sales, rent, contractor payments and more: Details here
Form 141 is intended to streamline TDS reporting and payment for transactions involving immovable property, rent, payments to contractors or professionals, and transfers of virtual digital assets (VDAs).
Husband earning ₹85,000 a month to pay ₹36.25 lakh after divorce: Patna High Court cites ‘reciprocal cruelty’
A division bench of Justices Rana Vikram Singh and Bibek Chaudhuri passed the order on October 9. Along with upholding the divorce, the court directed the husband to pay his estranged wife ₹36.25 lakh as permanent alimony.
How return comparisons can mislead investors: Focused mutual funds hold just 30 stocks but benchmark against Nifty 500
Focused mutual funds hold up to 30 stocks but typically benchmark against the Nifty 500 TRI or BSE 500 TRI. Experts explain why this comparison can mislead investors, whether style-based benchmarks are needed, and how to assess returns, downside risk and stock selection.
Dhanteras shopping: A complete guide to buying gold, diamond jewellery safely
A BIS hallmark provides information about the purity of the gold in a jewellery article. It does not, by itself, certify the quality, authenticity or origin of every diamond or gemstone set in the piece.
New Form 141 replaces 4 TDS forms for property buyers, rent payments and VDAs: What changed under Income Tax Act 2025
The Income-tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, 2026, introduces Form 141 to consolidate four TDS forms. Applicable from Tax Year 2026–27, it covers specified property purchases, rent, contractor and professional payments, and virtual digital asset transfers. Here are the thresholds and filing rules.
Senior Citizen FD rates Oct 2026: Earn up to 8.5% interest | Public, private banks and SFB fixed deposit rates compared
Senior citizens can earn up to 8.5% interest on fixed deposits in October 2026. Small finance banks offer the highest rates, followed by private and public sector banks. Here is a comparison of top FD rates across banks for 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year tenures.
Insurance regulation: Reform must strengthen the market, not weaken its foundations
Proposed changes to insurance commissions could reshape distribution, jobs and access to protection. Reform must be backed by evidence of lower costs and better consumer outcomes.
Paid ₹1.15 lakh to move goods to Nagaland, got damaged TV and 23 missing items; what did consumer commission order?
After her belongings were delayed, damaged and partly lost during a Delhi-to-Nagaland move, Longchar sought compensation. The consumer commission held the movers deficient in service and rejected Urban Company’s claim that it was merely an intermediary.