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India’s retail inflation rose to 3.40% in March from 3.21% in February, driven mainly by higher food prices and rising cost pressures. Despite the increase, inflation remains within the RBI’s target range. The uptick reflects early signs of price strain in key categories, though overall inflationary pressure continues to stay relatively contained for now.
Indian equity markets closed lower on Monday, with Sensex falling 703 points and Nifty ending at 23,843. Defence stocks provided some support as broader markets declined moderately. HDFC Life, ICICI Bank, and Adani Enterprises led gainers. Auto, oil and gas sectors underperformed, while IT and FMCG remained weak amid geopolitical concerns in West Asia.
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to revise salaries, pensions, and allowances for central government employees and retirees. Key factors like the fitment factor, inflation adjustments, and implementation timeline are under discussion. While exact hikes are not confirmed, the commission aims to ensure fair compensation.
The Sensex and Nifty opened with record down in early trade on Monday, April 13, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 75,937.16, down at 1613.16 points or 2.01%, and the Nifty was at 23,589.60, down at 461.05 points or 1.8%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 93.22 against the dollar.
Bhutan is reportedly reducing its Bitcoin reserves and scaling down crypto mining operations, according to blockchain data. The country, once a major sovereign Bitcoin holder, has been actively moving and selling parts of its holdings. Analysts suggest mining activity may have slowed or stopped due to changing economic priorities and energy use decisions.
Unclaimed Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) in India has risen to about ₹10,900 cr across nearly 31.9 lakh inoperative accounts. The increase is driven by job changes, unlinked UANs, KYC issues, and forgotten old accounts. Authorities advise updating KYC, linking UANs, and checking EPFO portals regularly to merge accounts and reclaim pending retirement savings easily.
The RBI has proposed a one-hour delay on UPI payments above ₹10,000 to curb rising cyber fraud. While money will be debited instantly, it will reach recipients after an hour, allowing cancellation within that window. The rule mainly targets person-to-person transfers, leaving merchant payments and routine transactions unaffected to maintain convenience.
India has over ₹2 lakh crore in unclaimed assets across bank deposits, shares, insurance, EPF, and mutual funds. Much of this wealth remains idle due to forgotten accounts, poor documentation, and lack of awareness. Fragmented systems and weak succession planning make recovery difficult, leaving families unable to access money that rightfully belongs to them.
The Indian government has sharply increased export duty on diesel from ₹21.5 to ₹55.5 per litre and on aviation turbine fuel to ₹42 per litre with immediate effect. The move aims to manage domestic fuel supply and curb excessive exports amid global oil volatility, while petrol export duty remains unchanged at zero.
April marks the start of a new financial year, making it an ideal time to review and reset personal finances. With salary hikes, bonuses, and tax changes, investors gain clearer visibility of income and expenses. Experts suggest reworking budgets, adjusting SIPs, and aligning investments with goals to improve discipline and long-term financial growth.
Buying motor insurance from a vehicle dealer is not mandatory, despite common misconceptions. Experts warn of mis-selling, hidden costs, and limited choices in dealer-offered policies. While third-party insurance is legally required, buyers can freely choose insurers online or elsewhere. Comparing options ensures better pricing, transparency, and coverage.
Gold and silver prices have declined after a strong rally, driven by profit booking, a stronger dollar, and global uncertainties. Experts see short-term volatility and limited upside, with prices likely to consolidate. However, the long-term outlook remains positive due to structural factors. Investors are advised to adopt a cautious approach instead of aggressive buying.
Here are the prices of domestic LPG cylinders today in top cities in India. ★ Delhi: ₹973, ★Kolkata: ₹999, ★Mumbai: ₹972.50, ★Chennai: ₹988.50, ★Bangalore: ₹975.50, ★Bhubaneswar: ₹999, ★Chandigarh: ₹982.50, ★HYD: ₹1025, ★Jaipur: ₹976.50, ★ Lucknow: ₹1010.50, ★Patna: ₹1,062.50, ★Trivandrum: ₹982, ★Nagpur: ₹1024.50, ★Tirupati: ₹1009, and ★Vizag: ₹981.
Here are the diesel prices per litre in top cities. ★ Delhi – ₹87.67, ★ Kolkata – ₹92.02, ★ Mumbai – ₹90.03, ★ Chennai – ₹92.39, ★ Bangalore – ₹90.99, ★ Bhubaneswar – ₹92.55, ★ Chandigarh – ₹82.45, ★ HYD – ₹95.70, ★Jaipur – ₹90.38, ★ Lucknow – ₹87.67,★ Patna – ₹91.49, ★ Trivandrum – […]
Here are the petrol prices per liter today in the top cities in India. ★Delhi – ₹94.77, ★Kolkata – ₹105.41, ★Mumbai – ₹103.54, ★Chennai – ₹101.06, ★Bangalore – ₹102.96, ★Bhubaneswar – ₹100.94, ★Chandigarh – ₹94.30, ★Hyderabad – ₹107.50, ★Jaipur – ₹104.72, ★Lucknow – ₹94.84, ★Trivandrum – ₹107.48, and ★Tirupati – ₹109.74.