Stricter energy rules set to reshape the AC market New energy efficiency norms scheduled for 2026 are poised to change how air conditioners are made, sold and priced in India. The standards aim to cut power consumption and emissions, but they also raise manufacturing costs. As a result, industry watchers expect retail prices to go … Read more
Rupee Set to Open Largely Flat After Friday’s Settlement The 1-month non-deliverable forward (NDF) suggests the Indian rupee will open largely flat on Monday, following a Friday close at 89.85 per US dollar. Traders and businesses will be watching early moves closely for signs of momentum after a relatively calm finish to the week. What … Read more
NCLT Settlement Clears One Hurdle for Mumbai’s Palais Royale The developer of Mumbai’s long-delayed Palais Royale has reached a settlement in a creditor dispute at the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT). The move removes a legal barrier that has been complicating the project’s revival, but significant challenges remain: the tower is still unfinished and its … Read more
Deadline to link Aadhaar with PAN: What you need to know Taxpayers must link their Aadhaar with their PAN by 31 December 2025 to keep their PAN valid. The government has made the process simple and primarily online, but it’s important to act before the deadline to avoid complications with tax filings and other financial … Read more
Banks commonly give borrowers a limited window — the cooling-off period — during which a personal loan can be cancelled with little or no cost. This option exists to protect consumers who change their minds after signing loan documents or discovering terms they didn’t expect. Knowing how the cooling-off period works helps you act quickly … Read more
ElasticRun narrowed its net loss sharply in FY25, recording a loss of ₹145 crore compared with ₹360 crore a year earlier. The improvement reflects a combination of better logistics efficiencies and a deliberate shift toward regional brands, moves that helped the company cut costs and improve unit economics. What the numbers tell us The reduction … Read more
A year of wide swings: equities and silver led the race in 2025 Equity returns in 2025 showed sharp contrasts across different categories. Commodity-focused silver funds delivered a standout performance, returning around 128%. At the same time, large-cap and midcap equity funds outperformed many peers thanks to disciplined, quality stock selection. Smallcap funds, however, lagged … Read more
What the restriction means The recent order limits the NoC to irrigation-related concerns and makes it explicitly temporary. In practice, that means authorities will evaluate and clear a project only for its impact on irrigation — not for broader environmental, land-use, building, or long-term water rights issues. The certificate should not be read as a … Read more
Large-cap sell-off trims valuations — SBI the worst hit Stocks of several marquee companies experienced a notable erosion in market value, with state-owned bank SBI suffering the deepest setback. Other heavyweights that recorded significant valuation dips include Reliance, TCS, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, L&T, and LIC. The move pressured index performance and weighed on investor … Read more
What happens to a personal loan when the borrower dies? When a borrower dies, outstanding personal loans don’t simply disappear. Lenders will try to recover the unpaid amount, and that process usually involves either the co-applicant or guarantor, or the deceased person’s estate. How exactly the loan is handled depends on the loan agreement, the … Read more