News for 'Financial Express'

'Life is worth fighting for every step, every minute, every second'

'Life is worth fighting for every step, every minute, every second'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

'I'm totally focussed on finding the right energies around me. A lot of the treatment is psychosomatic, as my mother keeps reiterating, if you think positive, positive things will happen to you.'

Should You Repay Your Home Loan Or Increase Your SIPs?

Should You Repay Your Home Loan Or Increase Your SIPs?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

At the end of the day, this isn't about choosing between EMIs and SIPs. It's about choosing your path to financial freedom.

Want To Invest In IPOs? Read This

Want To Invest In IPOs? Read This

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

Investors may wait for six months and then take another look at the stock.

No more 'political statements': ICC tells SKY

No more 'political statements': ICC tells SKY

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

T20I skipper Suryakumar's hearing following PCB complaint done in presence of match-referee, board representatives: ICC sources

When gold slips from crown to a likely millstone for Titan Company

When gold slips from crown to a likely millstone for Titan Company

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

The country's largest listed gold jewellery maker, Titan Company, maintained its growth pace in the April-June quarter of 2025-26 (FY26).

SIPs To Retirement Plan: Money Qs Answered

SIPs To Retirement Plan: Money Qs Answered

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF, MF and insurance expert Purshotam Lal your mutual fund, insurance and personal finance-related questions.

PF Exit, LTCG, Home Sale and TDS: Your Tax Qs Answered

PF Exit, LTCG, Home Sale and TDS: Your Tax Qs Answered

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

7 Steps To Review Your Financial Goals

7 Steps To Review Your Financial Goals

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Dwaipayan Bose simplifies the whys and hows of revisiting your financial goals

Why Is I-T Department Cracking Down On...

Why Is I-T Department Cracking Down On...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Do not panic on receiving a notice. Verify if your work falls under professions notified in Section 44AA(1).

SAD seeks US leniency for Indian trucker involved in crash

SAD seeks US leniency for Indian trucker involved in crash

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

The Shiromani Akali Dal has appealed to the United States government to consider a humanitarian view of truck driver Harjinder Singh, who faces a vehicular homicide case. The party also requested the Indian government to provide consular and legal assistance.

Homebound Review: Highly Recommended

Homebound Review: Highly Recommended

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

In the slot of rural poor, there are those who struggle to pull themselves out of crumbling hovels, and there are the Jamtara-like bunch who turn to crime. Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound is about the former, whose quest for respect and dignity is thwarted because they are underprivileged, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Modi returns after Japan, China trip; calls SCO summit 'productive'

Modi returns after Japan, China trip; calls SCO summit 'productive'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Describing the visit as "productive" in a post on X, the PM said he emphasised India's position on key global issues during his engagements.

8 Investing Lessons From The Ultra Rich

8 Investing Lessons From The Ultra Rich

Rediff.com4 Aug 2025

The ultra-rich invest differently -- embracing growth, compounding, and long-term clarity to build wealth with purpose and discipline, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.

Kunbi Tag For Marathas Triggers Quota Chaos In Maharashtra

Kunbi Tag For Marathas Triggers Quota Chaos In Maharashtra

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

The BJP-led government's decision to grant Kunbi status to individuals from the Maratha community has opened a Pandora's box.

Maratha activist calls GR on quota 'useless'

Maratha activist calls GR on quota 'useless'

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

"Out of 100, I will give minus zero marks to this GR," said activist Vinod Patil.

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Can A Broken Heart Lead To A Heart Attack?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

While heartbreak is often seen as an emotional struggle, it is also known to cause headaches, nausea and vomiting, abdominal distress, weight gain or weight loss and could lead to a heart attack, warns Dr Rahul Bajaj.

ITR: 'Deadline For Updating Form 26AS, AIS?'

ITR: 'Deadline For Updating Form 26AS, AIS?'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

Should You Go For FoF?

Should You Go For FoF?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

'First-time investors, busy professionals, NRIs and those with modest sums looking for curated strategies may find FoFs especially appealing.'

REITs Can Pay, But Stay Cautious

REITs Can Pay, But Stay Cautious

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'Reits are suitable for investors seeking regular income and real estate exposure without managing physical properties, especially NRIs and retirees.'

'Markets Remain Far From 2024 Euphoria'

'Markets Remain Far From 2024 Euphoria'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2025

'A balanced portfolio mix of domestic and international equity, fixed income, and precious metals is recommended.'

Is Silver Still A Smart Bet?

Is Silver Still A Smart Bet?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2025

New investors should avoid short-term, tactical entries and instead go for staggered buying via ETFs to manage volatility.

Sensex rises 323 pts, Nifty rallies for 6th day

Sensex rises 323 pts, Nifty rallies for 6th day

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

Among Sensex firms, Bharat Electronics rose the most by 4.26 per cent. HCL Tech gained 2.57 per cent, Bajaj Finance by 2.19 per cent, TCS by 1.99 per cent, Tech Mahindra by 1.88 per cent and Infosys by 1.85 per cent. Gains in Axis Bank and State Bank of India also supported the rally. However, Mahindra & Mahindra emerged as the biggest loser, falling by 2.47 per cent. Maruti dropped 1.53 per cent and Tata Motors by nearly 1 per cent due to profit-taking. UltraTech, Eternal and Power Grid were also among the laggards.

Want A Bank Job? IBPS Clerk Exam Dates Announced

Want A Bank Job? IBPS Clerk Exam Dates Announced

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

The IBPS clerk application form for 2025 will be released on July 31. The IBPS Clerk preliminary exam 2025 is scheduled to be held on October 4, 5 and 11.

AIFF faces FIFA ban threat; Olympic bid, FC Goa's AFC hopes at risk

AIFF faces FIFA ban threat; Olympic bid, FC Goa's AFC hopes at risk

Rediff.com27 Aug 2025

'Failure to meet this schedule will leave us with no alternative but to refer the matter to the relevant FIFA decision-making body for consideration and decision... including the possibility of suspension.'

Pak turns to ADB for $7 bn railway funding after China backs out

Pak turns to ADB for $7 bn railway funding after China backs out

Rediff.com29 Aug 2025

Pakistan has approached the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for a USD 7 billion loan to upgrade a major railway line after China apparently declined to support the project. The development of Mainline-I (ML-I) railways between Peshawar and Karachi is stuck due to a lack of funds.

RBI's decision to hold rate at 5.5% is misplaced? Or not?

RBI's decision to hold rate at 5.5% is misplaced? Or not?

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

Mixed views were expressed by top economists on the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee's (MPC) decision to hold the repo rate at 5.5% and maintain a neutral stance. While some say the decision was as expected and one more rate reduction is expected this fiscal, there is also a view that rate cut by MPC was warranted given the evolving global situation.

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan cricket need to play India to survive'

Asia Cup: 'Pakistan cricket need to play India to survive'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2025

Former India pacer Atul Wassan said pulling out of the Asia Cup match against Pakistan could hurt India's aspirations to host the 2036 Olympic Games.

Sumit Antil completes World Para Championships hat-trick!

Sumit Antil completes World Para Championships hat-trick!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

Yogesh Kathuniya won yet another silver medal in the men's F56 discus throw event at the World Para Athletics Championships.

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Back Into Good Books! IOC Restores Funding To India

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

IOC resumes funding to IOA after "corrective measures" to resolve disputes and governance issues

What If Property Papers Go Missing?

What If Property Papers Go Missing?

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

File a written complaint with the bank's grievance redressal officer and secure an acknowledgement.

Behind the scenes: Sitharaman chaired 3 separate meetings on GSTN preparedness for GST 2.0

Behind the scenes: Sitharaman chaired 3 separate meetings on GSTN preparedness for GST 2.0

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

To ensure a glitch-free rollout of the next-generation GST with reduced rates and lesser slabs, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired three separate meetings to assess GSTN's preparedness and the time it would take to implement technological changes required in the software systems.

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Delhi HC protects Abhishek Bachchan's personality rights

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The Delhi high court has protected the personality rights of Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, restraining websites and online platforms from illegally using his name or images for commercial gain without his consent.

'From March 2026, India Should Resume Long-Term Uptrend'

'From March 2026, India Should Resume Long-Term Uptrend'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Indian markets may underperform global peers for the next two quarters.' 'But beyond that, India should catch up and resume its long-term growth path.'

What Are Special Opportunities Funds?

What Are Special Opportunities Funds?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

SOFs can be a diversification tool for investors seeking alternatives to conventional large, mid, or smallcap portfolios.

Want To Invest In MMFs? Read This

Want To Invest In MMFs? Read This

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

'They are positioned as defensive products and can potentially give marginally higher returns than liquid funds.'

Modi meets Putin, says humanity's call to end hostilities

Modi meets Putin, says humanity's call to end hostilities

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

India and Russia always stood "shoulder-to-shoulder" even in the most difficult situations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, against the backdrop of possibly the worst phase in New Delhi's ties with the US in over two decades.

GST rejig: Consumer stocks are top investment pick

GST rejig: Consumer stocks are top investment pick

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

The proposed reforms in goods and services tax (GST) announced by the government last week, coupled with the eighth pay commission dole-out, is likely to push consumption-driven stocks - such as air conditioners (ACs), select automobiles, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retail, and counters of quick-service restaurants (QSRs) - into higher orbit over the next few months, believe analysts.

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

How To Tackle Credit Card Debt

How To Tackle Credit Card Debt

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'Revolving credit without full repayment causes interest to outpace repayment capacity, and leads to financial distress.'

Bourses up vigil on SME IPOs: Mandate comprehensive financial disclosures

Bourses up vigil on SME IPOs: Mandate comprehensive financial disclosures

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Stock exchanges have intensified vigil on Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) listings by mandating more comprehensive financial disclosures and enhanced monitoring of utilisation of issue proceeds from investment bankers, amid rising instances of dubious practices. Bourses - responsible for vetting initial public offering (IPO) documents and granting approvals to SMEs - have tightened norms in recent weeks with further measures planned for new filings to safeguard investor interests, sources said.