City Union Bank profit rises 15% to ₹329 crore in Q2

City Union Bank profit rises 15% to ₹329 crore in Q2

Operating profit rises to ₹471 crore for the quarter The company reported an operating profit of ₹471 crore for the quarter, up from ₹428 crore a year earlier. That represents an increase of ₹43 crore, or roughly 10% year‑on‑year. Quarterly performance highlights Operating profit: ₹471 crore (up from ₹428 crore) Year‑on‑year change: +₹43 crore, ~10% … Read more

Do Hindu daughters have equal inheritance rights? Here’s what the law says

Do Hindu daughters have equal inheritance rights? Here’s what the law says

From scripture to statute Hindu law traces its roots to ancient scriptures and customary practices that guided family, property and social life for centuries. Over time, those traditions were interpreted and adapted by courts and communities, creating a body of rules that balanced religious norms with changing social needs. 1956: a key moment in codification … Read more

Autopay rules for debit and credit cards: What you need to know

Autopay rules for debit and credit cards: What you need to know

What is card autopay? Autopay lets you authorize regular payments — such as subscriptions, utility bills or loan instalments — directly from your debit or credit card without manually approving each transaction. With a one-time setup, merchants can charge the agreed amount on scheduled dates, making recurring payments simpler and more reliable. How it works … Read more

Mega merger alert: Kimberley-Clark to acquire Kenvue for over $40 billion as Tylenol — What’s inside the deal?

Mega merger alert: Kimberley-Clark to acquire Kenvue for over $40 billion as Tylenol — What's inside the deal?

Kimberly‑Clark set to leapfrog Unilever in health and wellness A proposed merger would push Kimberly‑Clark ahead of Unilever to become the second‑largest seller of health and wellness products, trailing only Procter & Gamble. The move reshapes the competitive map for consumer goods across personal care, baby and adult care, and other wellness categories. What this … Read more

IndiGo’s Q2 may stay soft amid weak demand; festive lift seen in second half

IndiGo’s Q2 may stay soft amid weak demand; festive lift seen in second half

Soft September gets tougher for Indian carriers The September quarter has long been the weakest period for Indian airlines because of seasonal travel patterns. This year, however, that usual lull has been deepened by broader macroeconomic headwinds and a range of operational headaches, leaving carriers to manage a more pronounced slowdown in revenue and profitability. … Read more

Pensioners’ Life Certificate Services at doorstep now as India Post Payments Bank partners with EPFO

Pensioners' Life Certificate Services at doorstep now as India Post Payments Bank partners with EPFO

Doorstep Digital Life Certificate for EPS-1995 Pensioners India Post Payments Bank has joined hands with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to bring doorstep Digital Life Certificate services to pensioners enrolled under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995. The move aims to simplify pension verification and reduce the need for senior citizens to travel to offices. … Read more

Gold rebounds on haven demand as risk-off mood rattles markets

Gold rebounds on haven demand as risk-off mood rattles markets

Gold slips after Fed officials shy away from a December rate cut Gold prices fell on Tuesday after three Federal Reserve policymakers signalled they are not ready to back another interest-rate cut in December. Their cautious stance reflected a balancing act between rising inflation risks and signs of a softer labour market. Why the comments … Read more

How IPO reforms created a new kind of investor euphoria

How IPO reforms created a new kind of investor euphoria

Reforms widened the market — and raised new risks Recent IPO reforms in India made it easier for companies to list and for retail investors to take part. That deepened the market, brought fresh capital, and created more opportunities for businesses and small investors alike. But the same changes also encouraged a culture of quick … Read more