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Sebi introduces a simpler NISM certification for research services

India’s market regulator Sebi has introduced a simplified certification for employees in non-core research roles, aiming to ease business operations. Staff involved in sales and client interaction will now take a lighter NISM module, while those directly preparing research reports…

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JPMorgan turns bullish on life insurance stocks, picks Max Financial as top bet

JP Morgan has upgraded life insurance stocks to ‘overweight’ due to recent price drops and anticipated growth. The brokerage favors Max Financial, SBI Life, HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential, and LIC, expecting GST exemptions to boost retail protection sales and improve…

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Odisha retains No.1 position in the NITI Aayog’s fiscal health index 2026

NITI Aayog released its 2026 Fiscal Health Index for 2023-24. Odisha, Goa, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chattisgarh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh lead the top 10 fiscally-wise states. Arunachal Pradesh topped the north-eastern and Himalayan states category. The report…

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Antrix-Devas case setback: Dutch SC upholds $111 million award

In 2022, the Delhi HC set aside the ICC tribunal’s $562.5 m award of 2015, ruling that the 2005-era Antrix-Devas contract was fraudulent and violated India’s “public policy.” In January 2022, the Supreme Court affirmed the liquidation/winding up of Devas…

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Walmart-backed Flipkart to invite banks for IPO pitch in April

Flipkart IPO: Flipkart is moving towards a public listing. Banks will be invited to pitch for work on its potential initial public offering as early as next month. The e-commerce giant, backed by Walmart, is gauging investor appetite for a…

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Cybersecurity talent squeeze paints a big target on India Inc

According to staffing firm Quess Corp, India has about 380,000 cybersecurity professionals against the enterprise demand of more than 1.2 million.

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Govt announces small savings schemes interest rates for April-June 2026: Here's how much you get for PPF, NSC, deposits
The Centre has kept interest rates of small savings schemes unchanged for the April-June 2026 quarter. Here's how much you get for PPF, NSC, Sukanya Samriddhi, Kisan Vikas Patra and post deposits. 
When do banks deduct TDS on interest income? ₹50,000 rule explained
With the Income Tax Act, 2025, taking effect from 1 April 2026, the I-T department clarified that TDS on interest will apply only above the set thresholds. The definition of “banking company” remains broad, ensuring no extra TDS burden on depositors due to legal changes.
JDA and capital gains: What happens when family members co-own property
When a property is settled among family members before a joint development deal, can capital gains be fully exempt if each retains a flat? Here’s how Sections 82 and 86 apply.
Home loan after 60: 5 ways pensioners can boost credit score, improve approval chances
Improving credit score after 60 can ease home loan approvals, with simple steps like timely repayments, and joint applications helping pensioners secure better loan terms and rates. This can be accomplished successfully, with proper planning and guidance from a certified financial advisor. 
Achieve FY27 personal finance goals: Here's a month-by-month guide to beat deadlines, manage taxes and investments
A structured personal finance plan for FY27 helps manage taxes, investments and spending with ease, ensuring disciplined money management, timely compliance and steady long-term financial growth.
The unplanned expense in your 50s: Paying for ageing parents’ care
Geriatric care mainly has two recurring expenses: round the clock care and medical costs. 
Bank locker loss? Why RBI rules have capped the compensation limit — Explained
Banks provide locker holders compensation fixed at 100 times the annual locker rent in case of loss, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said while replying to a question in the Lok Sabha.
War or no war, the fundamentals of investing remain unchanged: Sanjay Grover of Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund
For long-term investors, staggered investments through diversified equity funds remain a prudent way to navigate volatility, says Sanjay Grover, MD and CEO, Baroda BNP Paribas Mutual Fund.
What are FD-backed credit cards? Are they worth it? Benefits, risks and best options
FD-backed credit cards offer a simple way to build a credit score using fixed deposits, with easy approval, steady interest earnings, and manageable risks when used responsibly and strategically. Here is a list of the top credit cards against fixed deposits in 2026.
How FCNR accounts offer safe, stable returns for NRIs — key features explained
FCNR accounts allow NRIs to invest in foreign currencies, offering tax-exempt interest in India. Loans against these deposits are available, but restrictions apply. Interest rates are competitive, and deposits are fully repatriable, making them a secure investment option.