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India’s retail inflation eased to 5.48% in November from 6.21% in October, though it remains above the Reserve Bank of India’s 4% target. Food inflation, the main driver of higher prices, stood at 9.04%, down from 10.47% in October. Cereal and pulse prices rose, but at a slower pace. Despite this, the RBI kept its […]
Indian stock markets ended Thursday’s trading session in negative territory. Sensex shed 236.18 points or 0.29% to settle at 81,289.96. Similarly, Nifty settled at 24,548.70, down 93.10 points or 0.38% from its previous close. In the broader markets, Midcap and Smallcap indices ended lower by 0.46% and 0.9%, respectively.
Australia will force Meta and Google to pay for news shared on their platforms under a new scheme, threatening a tax if they don’t strike deals with local media. The government aims to compensate publishers for links driving traffic to tech platforms. Social media platforms earning over $160 million in Australia annually will face the […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, December 12, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 81590.46, up 64.32 points or 0.08%, and the Nifty was at 24646.75, up 4.95 points or 0.02%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 84.85 against the dollar.
Elon Musk, head of Tesla, once again created a world record, and he made history by entering the $400 billion club for the first time in terms of his earnings. Musk recently sold some of his stake in SpaceX, and his earnings increased by 50 billion dollars and reached 439.2 billion dollars, according to the […]
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), owned by billionaire Gautam Adani, has pulled out of a $553 million loan deal with the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) for developing a port terminal in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The project will now be funded through APSEZ’s internal accruals and capital management plan, as stated in […]
Starting next year, EPFO subscribers can withdraw their provident funds directly from ATMs, as announced by Labour Secretary Sumita Dawra. The initiative aims to simplify claims and improve ease of access with minimal intervention. The Labour Ministry is upgrading IT systems, with major enhancements expected by January 2025. Efforts to extend social security benefits to […]
Buying properties through bank auctions offers great discounts, often 10-30% below market value. However, potential risks include unclear property titles, pending dues, delayed possession, and limited ability to inspect the property beforehand. While the auction process is legally regulated, buyers should conduct thorough due diligence, including consulting legal and financial experts.
Jio has reintroduced affordable internet options with three prepaid plans under ₹300, each offering 1.5GB of daily data. The ₹299 plan provides 42GB over 28 days, while the ₹239 plan offers 33GB for 22 days. The most economical option, the ₹199 plan, includes 27GB over 18 days. All plans feature unlimited calling and no roaming […]
In India, cryptocurrency gains are taxed at a flat 30%, with a 1% TDS on transactions. Cryptocurrencies are classified as Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) but are not formally recognized as legal tender. Although cryptocurrencies aren’t illegal, the government has implemented taxes on crypto profits. A comprehensive policy is being developed, but investors must follow current […]
A report by Human Resource Services has revealed that many companies will increase recruitment starting in 2025. The report indicates that companies are optimistic about hiring new employees, with a majority of the new jobs expected to be in the IT sector. Around 53% of organizations have confirmed plans to undertake recruitment.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade today, December 11, 2024. The Sensex started trading today at 81568.39, up 58.34 points or 0.07%, and the Nifty was at 24620.50, up 10.45 points or 0.04%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 84.86 against the dollar.
Amazon India has launched a 15-minute quick commerce service pilot in Bengaluru, offering fast deliveries of groceries and essentials. Competing with Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and Zepto, Amazon aims to expand its reach. Samir Kumar, Country Manager, highlighted selection, value, and convenience. The service won’t replace Amazon Fresh, which continues to offer fresh food and daily […]
Sanjay Malhotra is all set to take charge as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday. He will serve as RBI Governor for a term of three years. A 1990-batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, Sanjay Malhotra has had a distinguished 33-year career, working across various sectors such as Taxation, […]
Bajaj Auto announced it is investigating a “smoke emission” incident involving its electric scooter, Chetak, in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, on December 5. The company is working to determine the cause and emphasized its commitment to producing high-quality, safe products for customers. The investigation aims to ensure the safety and reliability of the Chetak electric sco...