Rupee Inches Higher Against US Dollar in Early Trade The Indian rupee opened at 90.35 against the US dollar in the interbank foreign exchange market and later strengthened slightly to touch 90.32. The move represents a modest gain of about 3 paise intraday. Market movement Opening rate: 90.35 per US dollar Intraday low (stronger rupee): … Read more
Across India’s big cities, more couples without children are treating money as a tool for freedom. They are prioritising flexible lifestyles, travel, early retirement and long-term self-reliance instead of the traditional milestones tied to raising kids. This shift is quietly changing how urban households save, invest and spend. What child-free couples are prioritising Flexibility: Money … Read more
Shares of several Sensex firms turned into notable laggards during the session, with Sun Pharma, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, Mahindra & Mahindra, NTPC, Bharat Electronics and Maruti among the biggest decliners. Who slipped and what they represent Sun Pharma – a major player in the pharmaceutical space, often sensitive to regulatory and sector news. Tata … Read more
Open interest on the Guangzhou futures exchange has climbed noticeably in recent sessions, signaling growing participation and a generally bullish tone among market players. The rise reflects more active positioning by both speculators and hedgers, and it offers clues about future price direction and investor confidence. What rising open interest tells us Open interest measures … Read more
How a Small Idea Became a 45‑Minute Grocery Promise During the Covid-19 lockdowns, two founders spotted a clear gap in India’s e-commerce scene: people needed groceries and essentials faster than traditional delivery models could offer. That insight led them to build a service focused on speed, convenience and neighbourhood reach. From Kiranakart to a fast‑commerce … Read more
Rupee Slide Puts Leveraged Traders at Risk of Forced Liquidation A sharp fall in the rupee can do more than dent returns — it can force brokers to liquidate leveraged positions to cover the price gap. Investors using borrowed money or margin to take larger bets face immediate pressure when the currency weakens quickly. How … Read more
Non-government NPS subscribers can now withdraw up to 80% of their retirement corpus as a lump sum on exit—and in some cases up to 100%. That change gives more flexibility, but it also makes planning for a steady post‑retirement income more important. Here’s a clear breakdown of how benefits are paid and what to watch … Read more
What a $100,000 price tag on new H‑1B hires means The proposal to levy a $100,000 cost for hiring new H‑1B workers from outside the United States would be a sharp shock to the IT outsourcing and staffing industries. These sectors rely heavily on bringing skilled foreign workers into U.S. roles, and a six‑figure fee … Read more
The Indian rupee came under pressure as currency traders pointed to a stalled round in India‑U.S. trade negotiations and robust dollar demand from corporates and importers. The combination is keeping the rupee on the back foot and adding a layer of uncertainty for markets and businesses. Why the rupee is feeling the strain Forex traders … Read more
Currency move appears linked to RBI’s heavy forex intervention The recent shift in the currency was apparently aided by the central bank’s aggressive intervention in the foreign exchange market. Traders and market watchers say stepped-up buying and selling by the Reserve Bank helped tame volatility and guide the currency’s path over the past sessions. What … Read more