MarketsMutual Funds Have Rs 2,689 Crore Unclaimed: Here’s Why Your Money Could Be StuckCurated by: Priya RaghuvanshiUpdated Aug 8, 2026, 15:02 ISTUnclaimed mutual fund dividends jumped 15.7 per cent to Rs 2,689 crore in FY26, pushing total unclaimed dividends and redemptions to Rs 3,811 crore.The amount of unclaimed mutual fund dividends rose by Rs 365…
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Indian Markets Have A Strong Shield, But SEBI Flags 3 Risks That Could Shake Them In 2026-27
EconomyIndian Markets Have A Strong Shield, But SEBI Flags 3 Risks That Could Shake Them In 2026-27Curated by: Priya RaghuvanshiUpdated Aug 8, 2026, 16:48 ISTSEBI sees Indian markets supported by strong domestic fundamentals, but warns that oil prices, geopolitics and volatile FPI flows could drive risks.Securities and Exchange Board of India (File Photo)India’s financial markets…
Salesforce Layoffs: 4th Job-Cut Round In A Year Sparks Fresh Questions Over AI’s Impact On Jobs
CompaniesSalesforce Layoffs: 4th Job-Cut Round In A Year Sparks Fresh Questions Over AI’s Impact On JobsEdited by: Priya RaghuvanshiUpdated Aug 8, 2026, 17:35 ISTSalesforce plans to cut dozens of San Francisco jobs in October as AI reshapes its workforce, marking its fourth layoff round in under a year.Salesforce Layoffs: The latest San Francisco reduction follows…
India’s Crude Oil Bill Jumps 26% To $49 Billion Despite Buying Less Oil: Here’s Why
EconomyIndia’s Crude Oil Bill Jumps 26% To $49 Billion Despite Buying Less Oil: Here’s WhyEdited by: Priya RaghuvanshiUpdated Aug 8, 2026, 17:53 ISTIndia’s crude oil import bill rose 26 per cent to $49 billion in Q1 FY27 despite lower volumes, as West Asia tensions drove up prices and risk premiums.India continues to rely significantly on…
UPI Remains Free For Users, MDR To Apply Only On ‘Limited Transactions’: FinMin
Personal FinanceUPI Remains Free For Users, MDR To Apply Only On ‘Limited Transactions’: FinMinAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 10:26 ISTThis amendment is viewed as necessary for UPI’s sustainability and security, with industry leaders supporting the introduction of MDR as a means to enhance digital payment infra.Government clarifies UPI transactions to remain free, nominal…
100% Tariffs On India Soon? US Senate Clears Russia Sanction Bill
Economy100% Tariffs On India Soon? US Senate Clears Russia Sanction BillAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 11:22 ISTThis move pressures countries, particularly India, to choose between accessing the US market or buying discounted Russian oil.India is one of the world’s biggest buyers of Russian crude. (AI Generated image)The United States Senate has approved a…
Before You Eat, Check the Date: FSSAI Appeal To Reduce Food Waste, Stay Safe
CompaniesBefore You Eat, Check the Date: FSSAI Appeal To Reduce Food Waste, Stay SafeAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 12:12 ISTFSSAI urges consumers to be mindful of food labels, particularly manufacturing and expiry dates, to minimize food waste and promote health. FSSAI said always check the Use By/Expiry Date.The Food Safety and Standards Authority…
Should You Prepay Your Home Loan? Key Factors to Consider Before Paying Early
Personal FinanceShould You Prepay Your Home Loan? Key Factors to Consider Before Paying EarlyAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 13:25 ISTSuch payments are most beneficial in the early years when interest comprises a significant portion of the EMI, leading to considerable interest savings.Prepayment of home loan. Home loan is one of the longest duration…
BIS To Scale Up Silver Hallmarking Testing As Buyers Shift From Gold
EconomyBIS To Scale Up Silver Hallmarking Testing As Buyers Shift From GoldAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 15:09 ISTCurrently, BIS recognizes around 230 centres for silver testing, and its laboratory network has significantly increased in recent years to meet rising certification needs.BIS is set to scale up the testing of silver jewellery.The Bureau of…
FMCG Price Hike Ahead: Leading Brands May Raise Prices In September Quarter
CompaniesFMCG Price Hike Ahead: Leading Brands May Raise Prices In September QuarterAuthored by: Vikas KumarUpdated Aug 9, 2026, 16:02 ISTMajor players like Britannia and Dabur are also anticipating further price hikes, while Hindustan Unilever is preparing for sequential inflation of 2-5% across its products.These companies remain optimistic about demand. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)Photo : PTIThe leading…