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NPS FUND RETURNS Equity-debt allocation: Let risk appetite, not past-yr returns, decide

Funds under the National Pension System (NPS) have delivered strong returns over the past year across all asset classes, exceeding their longer-term averages.

Index AUM criteria to limit MF Lite's ambit

The strict product launch conditions under the MF Lite framework leaves little room for innovation by asset managers opting for this newly introduced route to enter the mutual fund (MF) business, experts said.

Mumbai realty firms to build on demand, robust pipeline

The outlook for Mumbai-based real estate players remains strong given the launch pipeline and demand outlook reflected in the registration data for December.

Mkts open in green for 7th year running

2025 OUTLOOK: Face headwinds from high valuations, domestic demand issues, and global uncertainties

Sebi simplifies disclosure norms for listed entities with integrated filing

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has made integrated filing for Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements (LODR) effective for all disclosures starting with the quarter ending December 2024.

Stock Consolidates, Outlook Bright

With just two trading sessions to go before the ITC-ITC Hotels demerger record date, shares of ITC continue to consolidate in a thin range of ₹460-485 in an otherwise volatile equity market.

NSE enforces mechanism for brokers to curb market abuse

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has issued a guidance note for stock brokers to ensure prevention and detection of fraud or market abuse.

ITC Hotels to go the Jio Fin way

ITC's move to hive off its hotel business will have implications for passive funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs) similar to that seen during the Reliance Industries-Jio Financial demerger.

Air India Becomes 1st Indian Airline to Offer Wi-Fi on Domestic Flights

The in-flight Wi-Fi will allow flyers to connect multiple devices simultaneously when above 10,000 feet in the air

2024 Warmest Year in India Since 1901: IMD

The year 2024 was the warmest on record in India since 1901, with the average minimum temperature settling 0.90 degrees Celsius above the long-period average, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Wednesday.

Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart deliver big wins on NYE

Swiggy Instamart recorded a ₹70,325 order from Goa, Blinkit saw ₹64,988 from Kolkata

Delhi records most 'severe' AQI days since 2022

In 2024, Delhi witnessed the highest number of severe air quality index (AQI) days since 2022.

CBIC breaks down GST structure for vouchers

Vouchers until redeemed won't be construed as supply of goods or services

MSMEs seek exemption from audits for firms below ₹5 crore turnover

Industry bodies representing micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) have asked the government to exempt MSMEs with turnovers below ₹5 crore from unnecessary audits and inspections unless major discrepancies are detected.

MoD to Modernize Armed Forces in 'Year of Reforms'

To focus on promoting indigenous production and fostering innovation

Oil prices may soften on lower risk premium

As 2024 winds up and 2025 dawns, there is a semblance of stability in the global oil market.

Bends in the Ganges

In the course of history, religion has led to tectonic shifts in not just human behaviour through the introduction of rituals and customs but also influenced the general cultural and socio-political landscape.

Economics of cash transfers

Increasing popularity needs to be debated

India 2025: Navigating an uncertain world

Managing the Trump trade and migration shock demands immediate focus

A Quad future

China's assertiveness ensures its relevance

Viksit Bharat: Time for new beginnings

The year 2025 has begun with a renewed promise for Viksit Bharat, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi telling the people of India that the government would work even harder to achieve the objective of a $30 trillion economy by 2047.

Putin asks his govt, topbank to build AI co-op with China

President Vladimir Putin (pictured) has ordered Russia's government and the country's biggest bank, Sberbank, to build cooperation with China in artificial intelligence.

Big rockets, a big telescope and big changes in space await in '25

Our species called this latest 366-day journey around the sun \"2024\" and packed into it a ton of astronomical and spaceflight excitement.

Ukraine halts Russian gas transit to Europe

This marks end of decades of Moscow's dominance over Europe's energy mkts

Man crashes truck into New Orleans crowd, opens fire, killing 10

Mayor calls it terrorist attack, FBI agent denies

VFS Capital applies for SFB licence

Microfinance company VFS Capital has applied for a small finance bank (SFB) licence under the guidelines for 'on tap' licensing of SFBs in the private sector, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Wednesday.

Credit growth to NBFCs slowed to 7.8% in Nov

Retail credit growth dipped to 16.3% due to drop in personal and vehicle loans, and rise in credit card outstanding

Power consumption up 6% in Dec

India's power consumption rose nearly 6 per cent to 130.40 billion units (BU) in December as compared to the year-ago month.

GST Rate Rationalisation May Boost Consumption: Experts

Additionally, export-related refunds have seen a significant uptick, noted Jain.

RBI Guv Calls for Focus on Customer Centricity, User-Friendly Services

Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra emphasised on customer centricity in his new year message to the employees of the central bank.