New long-haul aircraft arrives in February From February, the airline will begin operating a Boeing 787-9 on its international long-haul services. This marks a clear step in the carrier’s fleet modernisation and signals a renewed focus on competitive long-distance connectivity. What the Boeing 787-9 brings to the table The 787-9 is part of Boeing’s Dreamliner … Read more
Dollar Index Edges Lower, Holding Near 98.90 The dollar index, which tracks the U.S. dollar’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.01% lower at 98.90. That tiny move signals a largely quiet session for the greenback, with markets showing little conviction in either direction. What a 0.01% Move Really Means A change … Read more
Waiting for an income tax refund can be frustrating. In many cases delays happen not because the tax department is slow on purpose, but because the return hasn’t been fully processed or there are mismatches or non-compliance issues in the filing. Understanding the typical causes and the steps you can take helps reduce the wait … Read more
Market flows on January 13: FIIs sell, DIIs step in Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold equities worth ₹1,499.81 crore on January 13, while domestic institutional investors (DIIs) bought stocks to the tune of ₹1,181.78 crore, exchange data showed. The combined activity left a modest net outflow of around ₹318.03 crore from the market for the … Read more
Heineken NV announced on 12 January 2026 that Dolf van den Brink will step down as chief executive after six years leading the global beer group. The move marks a significant leadership change for one of the world’s largest brewers and prompts questions about strategy, succession and what comes next for the company. Leadership change … Read more
Why the deal fell apart In 2018, Deutsche Bank called off talks to sell its retail and private wealth business to IndusInd Bank Ltd., citing one clear reason: the buyer did not offer a price that justified selling a profitable unit. The collapse of the negotiations highlights how valuation gaps and strategic priorities can derail … Read more
The Indian rupee opened the day at 90.24 against the US dollar in the interbank foreign exchange market and slipped slightly to an intra-day low of 90.30. The modest 6-paise move reflects a cautious tone as traders weigh domestic flows against global currency pressures. What the small move means A change of six paise is … Read more
Dollar index inches down as markets stay subdued The dollar index slipped only marginally, trading about 0.01% lower at 98.90, a move that points to a broadly steady greenback in otherwise quiet markets. The tiny change suggests investors are largely in a wait-and-see mode, balancing mixed economic signals and central bank expectations. Why the dollar … Read more
How the Repealing and Amending Act, 2025 Affects Inheritance The recent legislative changes have removed many outdated provisions and streamlined parts of inheritance law. For a large number of simple estates, the result is welcome: fewer formalities, quicker transfers, and lower transaction costs. But the same simplification can create problems when estates are complex, spread … Read more
Understanding the ₹50,000 gift rule If you receive money without giving anything in return, the taxman may take an interest. When the total value of such receipts in a financial year crosses ₹50,000, the amount becomes taxable in the hands of the recipient — unless the money comes from a close relative. This rule aims … Read more