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Canadian citizenship by descent: These 2 documents are key for applicants

Applicants seeking Canadian citizenship by descent may face delays if key birth and marriage documents are incomplete

Explained: Why the US and Japan joined hands to support the falling yen

The yen fell to its lowest level in nearly 40 years against the US dollar, prompting Japan and the US to jointly intervene in currency markets

76% app taxi users back Maharashtra-style penalty for driver cancellations

LocalCircles survey finds overwhelming support for financial penalties on drivers cancelling confirmed rides, with many seeking stricter rules for airport and hospital trips

Bank holidays in August: Branches to stay shut on these key dates

Branch closures vary by state this month. Check the August 2026 bank holiday calendar before planning any banking work

August financial checklist: Key tax, banking and market changes to track

From the August 31, ITR deadline to RBI policy, Sebi trading changes and CKYC 2.0, here's what changes this month

10,000 cases pending in SC for over 10 yrs, 80k in HCs for over 30 yrs

Despite ₹9,800 crore spent on judicial infrastructure and digitisation since 2011, decades-old case backlogs continue to weigh on India's courts

Manufacturing PMI falls to 53.5 in July, lowest in nearly 5 years

The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI fell from 54.2 in June to 53.5 in July, as slower growth in new orders, purchasing and employment offset stronger export demand

Weekly policy watch: RBI MPC, PMI data, and forex reserves in focus

India's policy calendar this week will be led by the RBI's policy decision, PMI readings and forex reserves data

Delhi likely to get some rain today; heavy rainfall continues across India

IMD has forecast generally cloudy skies with light rain in Delhi, while high humidity is expected to persist across much of the country, making conditions uncomfortable

Q1 results: DLF, Ireda, Escorts Kubota, Jindal Stainless, 85 more on Aug 3

Q1FY27 company results: Firms including KEI Industries, Torrent Power, Ather Energy, JM Financial, Nazara Technologies, and INOX India are also to release their April-June earnings today

Weekly economy wrap: Factory growth accelerates as govt unveils energy push

Industrial and services activity strengthened, while fiscal spending, energy security and export competitiveness dominated the policy agenda

Beyond expansion: Quick commerce seeks more growth from existing assets

Even as they continue adding dark stores, quick-commerce firms are focusing on higher utilisation of their existing assets, better unit economics and improved margins

Menstrual leave in India: Which states offer it and what courts have said

With courts in Kerala and Tamil Nadu pushing governments to examine menstrual leave policy, here's a look at the states that have introduced the policy and how their rules differ

₹32 crore dispute with partner behind shooting of GSM Foils' MD: Police

Police arrested seven people, including GSM Foils co-chairman Sagar Bhanushali, alleging he hired contract killers to eliminate Managing Director Mohansingh Parmar over a ₹32 crore financial dispute

TISS postpones convocation over protest fears ahead of CJI's visit

The institute deferred its August 2 convocation less than 48 hours before the event was scheduled, after security concerns over possible protests; CJI Surya Kant was the chief guest

Light rain likely in Delhi; heavy rainfall warning in Gujarat, Kerala

Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 27.9 degrees Celsius as the IMD forecast light rain; heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely across western India, with thunderstorms expected in several states

Commercial LPG cylinder prices cut by ₹202 in Delhi, effective today

Second consecutive monthly reduction lowers cost of 19 kg commercial cylinders in Delhi and Kolkata; domestic LPG prices remain unchanged

Q1 results: Muthoot Finance, Divi's Labs, Nilkamal, and 30 more on Aug 1

Q1FY27 company results: Firms including Aarti Surfactants, Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands, APL Apollo Tubes, and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank are also to release their April-June earnings today

Ignoring the ITR deadline? Experts explain the cost beyond the ₹5,000 fee

Experts explain who pays a Rs 1,000 or Rs 5,000 late fee and why filing late can cost much more than that

Cabinet approves ₹5,070 crore scheme for floating solar power projects

PM Surya Sarovar Yojana: Under the scheme, eligible projects will receive Central Financial Assistance (CFA) of ₹1 crore per MW after they are successfully commissioned