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New GST rates are effective today for all goods in our daily essentials and food products, including soaps, accessories, medicine, and other regularly used items. This change was initiated by FMCG companies, which have reduced prices and passed on GST cuts to customers. The move aims to ease the financial burden on consumers across the […]
Mixue Ice Cream & Tea, Asia’s biggest fast-food chain with over 45,000 outlets, is launching its first US store in New York’s Tribeca. Known for affordable ice cream and bubble tea, it has surpassed McDonald’s and Starbucks in store count. Founded in 1997, Mixue’s low-cost treats have made it a Southeast Asian sensation.
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee hits Indian tech professionals hard, risking thousands of jobs and migration plans. With Indians holding 70% of H-1Bs, the hike could halt talent flow, disrupt IT firms, and spark political backlash in India. Employers warn it’s now economically unviable to hire abroad, raising fears of stranded workers and lost opportunities.
A Fortune 500 employee revealed their company will relocate an entire division to India by mid-2026, citing rising H-1B visa costs. Trump’s $100,000 visa fee has sparked concerns, especially among Indian professionals. The move aims to avoid immigration hurdles, with Hyderabad named the new base. The decision has triggered political frustration.
Indian domestic stock markets closed with losses today and will reopen on Monday, September 22. On the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the Sensex was down 388.05 points to end at 82,626.16, while the NSE Nifty-50 lost 97.03 points to close at 25,327.30. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee traded at 88.11 against the US dollar.
As per the Mercedes-Benz Hurun India Wealth Report 2025, Visakhapatnam ranks 14th among Indian cities with the highest number of millionaires. Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru top the list. Vizag stands out among tier-2 cities for its strong performance. The report was released last night by Hurun Research, highlighting growing wealth in emerging cities.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, September 19, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 82946.04, down at 67.92 points or 0.08%, and the Nifty was at 25410.20, down at 13.40 points or 0.05%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.20 against the dollar.
On September 19, key Indian stocks to watch include Adani Group, Vedanta, JSW Energy, Texmaco Rail (wagon order), Metropolis Healthcare, and John Cockerill. Stock Markets closed higher Thursday, with Sensex up 320.25 points to 83,013.96 and Nifty 50 rising 93.35 points to 25,423.60, indicating positive sentiment.
The government urged central employees to opt for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) before the September 30 deadline. Employees can also submit physical forms if online options fail. A one-time switch from UPS to NPS is allowed before retirement. UPS offers assured payouts, gratuity, and tax benefits similar to NPS under current pension rules and […]
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said India won’t allow its goods to be rerouted to the US through the UAE. This comes after the US imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods. He welcomed Indian exports going to Asia or Africa from UAE but ruled out US trans-shipments. India aims to double US trade to $500 […]
Sensex rose 320 points, closing at 83,014, and Nifty gained 93 points to 25,423 after the US Fed cut interest rates. Pharma, healthcare, and IT shares led gains. Market volatility dropped, and most stocks ended higher. Total NSE market value reached $5.25 trillion, showing positive investor sentiment after the rate cut.
UPI platforms PhonePe, Paytm, and Cred have stopped supporting rent payments via credit cards, delivering a major blow to users. The move comes after the Reserve Bank of India imposed new conditions on payment aggregators on September 15. These regulatory changes have prompted platforms to revise their services in compliance with updated RBI guidelines.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83108.92, up at 415.21 points or 0.50%, and the Nifty was at 25441.05, up at 110.80 points or 0.44%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.96 against the dollar.
Scammers are exploiting excitement around Flipkart and Amazon’s festive sales by sharing fake deals through WhatsApp and social media. Fraud links redirect users to lookalike websites, tricking them into payments. Always verify offers directly on official sites. Avoid clicking unknown links and check for HTTPS and correct spellings in URLs to stay protected.
Swiggy has quietly rolled out a standalone app called Toing, which is currently live in select locations in Pune. The app is aimed at price-conscious users, mainly for college students and young professionals, and lists meals largely in the Rs 100- Rs 150 range, with some items available for less than Rs 99. Toing app […]