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HDFC Bank#39;s mortgage book grew 18-20% incremently post merger, says senior executive

The lender additionally said its fundamental strategy has been to improve the turnaround time of processing at front end.

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An unconstitutional bond unravels in a big win for the right to information

Electoral Bonds: The Supreme Court ruling is a triumph of constitutional rights as the right to information and transparency trumped the bondsâ€™ twin objectives (curbing the use of black money in elections and protecting the identities of parties in the…

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The electoral bonds#39; story: From Arun Jaitley convincing his secretary to the RBI#39;s issues

Subhash Chandra Garg, during whose tenure as the economic affairs secretary the electoral bonds scheme was notified, was initially apprehensive about it. However, he concluded that it helped in cleaning up cash financing of elections and “drastically reduced the contribution…

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Axis Bank shares fall 2% as Swamy moves court alleging Rs 5,100-crore scam

Subramanian Swamy has alleged that Axis Bank unlawfully gained by transacting in the shares of Max Life Insurance

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CEA Nageswaran says adaptation best insurance against climate change

Nageswaran was speaking at a workshop on climate finance jointly organised by the finance ministry#39;s department of economic affairs and the Asian Development Bank

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Mid-day Mood | Sensex, Nifty trim opening gains as RIL, banks see selling pressure

While the benchmark indices erased early gains, the broader market remained resilient. The market breadth also heavily titled in favour of gainers as two stocks rose for each one that fell.

Large-cap funds see continued outflows; mid- and small-cap inflows rise: How returns compare over 1, 3, and 5 years
Large-cap funds remained under pressure in August, while mid- and small-cap categories attracted more money. A look at broader market indices and category returns over one, three and five years offers clues on where each segment stands.
Retirement planning: Is your corpus enough if you live beyond India's average lifespan? Run this 5-step longevity check
Retirement plans may underestimate how long savings need to last. A new report highlights the 13-year gap in life expectancy at birth, with 12.6% of 60-year-olds reaching 90. Here’s why longevity and early market returns matter.
5 money habits that will keep your financial future safer and help you in difficult situations
These 5 money habits will keep your financial future safe and help you in difficult situations. While nothing makes life risk-free, these practices are likely to make things easier for you.
Credit card stolen and money spent: Will the bank refund the loss, or will you have to pay the bill?
A stolen credit card can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. Whether the bank refunds fraudulent spending or the customer bears the loss depends on how the fraud occurred and crucially how quickly it was reported.
Indian household asset allocation shifts: Gold share jumps from 15% to 24% in 3 years; equity barely moves
Indian household asset allocation has changed significantly over the last three years, but not necessarily in favour of equities. Gold’s share jumped from 15.4% in March 2023 to 24.2% in March 2026, while equities barely moved from 5.6% to 5.7%. 
Mint Money app adds bill payments, loans at Global Fintech Fest 2026
Mint Money app, a fintech offering from HT Group, unveiled with bill payments and digital loan services at Global Fintech Fest 2026. 
Motor insurance pitfalls: Why claims get rejected — 6 key points policyholders should keep in mind
Failing to meet basic regulatory compliance is a primary reason claims fall through. Additionally, widespread misconceptions about policy features frequently lead to avoidable disputes between policyholders and insurers.
Debt mutual fund flows reverse sharply in August; is it a warning sign for investors?
Debt mutual funds swung from a ₹1.87 lakh crore net inflow in July to a ₹8,127 crore outflow in August. Experts say the reversal reflects seasonal corporate and institutional cash movements, while investors continued to favour liquid, money market and ultra-short duration funds.
Aadhaar face authentication gets easier: UIDAI launches new SDK and Sandbox—what users should know
UIDAI has launched an Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK that allows banks, fintechs, insurers, and brokers to integrate face authentication directly into their apps. Users can complete Aadhaar verification without switching to the separate FaceRD app, making digital onboarding simpler.
AMFI data: Small and midcaps remain investor favourites as large caps lose money, Gold ETFs gain
AMFI data shows equity mutual fund inflows rose 18.7% in August, with mid-cap and small-cap funds continuing to attract strong investor interest. Large-cap funds saw a second straight month of outflows, while Gold ETFs recorded a sharp rise in inflows and multi-asset funds remained popular.