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Joint or mutual Will? How they differ on control, heirs and flexibility

Understanding the legal nuances between joint and mutual Wills is essential for balancing a surviving spouse's independence with the guaranteed protection of future heirs.

Groww launches arbitrage fund seeking steady, low-volatility returns

New fund focuses on cash-futures price gaps to deliver stable, tax-efficient returns with lower volatility than typical equity schemes

Impact of new Labour Codes: What changes for salary, PF, gratuity

Cuts in take-home salary may boost long-term savings of salaried people, say experts

Vietnam advisory for Indians travellers: Phu Quoc visa-free rules explained

Planning Vietnam travel? India flags strict Phu Quoc visa-free rules and passport loss risks that could delay return or restrict movement

Rs 40 lakh home loan: Cut EMI, save interest now; experts explain how

No immediate EMI relief, but steady rates give borrowers a chance to refinance, prepay, and cut long-term loan costs

Ozempic use linked to lower depression and anxiety risk, says Lancet study

A large-scale study finds semaglutide may lower the risk of depression and anxiety, adding an unexpected mental health dimension to its known physical health benefits

India's private debt market surges, venture, growth credit hit $3bn: Report

The country's private debt market is gaining momentum, with venture debt deployments touching USD 1.3 billion and growth credit at USD 1.68 billion in 2025, signalling a structural shift in startup financing, according to a report released by Stride Ventures on Wednesday. Private debt is increasingly moving beyond its traditional role of runway extension to support expansion, acquisitions and capital structuring, it added. According toStride Ventures' Global Private Debt Report 2026, venture debt deployments reached about USD 1.3 billion across nearly 187 startups in 2025, reflecting growing institutional acceptance of non-dilutive capital. Activity remained concentrated in major startup hubs, with Delhi-NCR leading at USD 617 million across 64 deals, followed by Bengaluru at USD 333 million across 58 deals andMumbai at USD 115 million across 30 deals. Sector-wise, fintech accounted for the largest share of capital deployment at over USD 600 million, while consumer-focused startups

Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Can welfare shield LDF from anti-incumbency?

Kerala, a state defined by fronts rather than faces, is heading into a high-stakes election. With welfare etched at the core of its political identity, what other factors are shaping the battlefield?

UK visa fees rise from April 8: What visitors, students and workers now pay

Planning to study, work or travel to the UK? From April 8, visa and immigration fees have increased across most categories, including for Indian applicants

India welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, hopes access through Hormuz will continue

India welcomed the US-Iran two-week ceasefire and hoped it would ease tensions in West Asia, stressing dialogue and calling for smooth global trade through the Strait of Hormuz

Over half of ADHD, autism content online may be misleading: Study

Research reveals many viral posts oversimplify symptoms, which can confuse viewers and lead to misguided self-diagnosis

'Expeditiously exit': India issues fresh advisory for citizens in Iran

The fresh advisory comes as the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, about an hour before Trump's deadline to 'obliterate' the rival country was set to expire

Introducing a core inflation forecast is not a policy shift, says RBI Guv

RBI MPC meet: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra clarified that publishing a core inflation forecast is not a change in policy approach and the central bank will continue to focus on headline inflation

Canada offers relief to temporary residents hit by disasters: Key Details

Six-month relief window gives them more time to restore residency status and replace documents if they were affected by wildfires, floods, hurricanes or earthquakes

FD returns back in focus after RBI policy: Check top bank interest rates

RBI's rate pause gives FD investors clarity, with returns holding firm as market volatility pushes savers towards safer options

Physical, social factors may be ageing your brain faster than you think

Pollution, heat and inequality may significantly accelerate brain ageing, with a global study showing combined exposures can raise risk sharply and impact long-term cognitive health

Yes, risks are rising, but India can manage them: What RBI Guv Malhotra said

RBI flags rising risks from the West Asia conflict through energy prices and supply disruptions, but says India's economy is stronger and better placed to withstand shocks than before

Delhi eases property ownership in unauthorised colonies: Key details

No layout plan needed to regularise homes, says government, speeding up ownership and access to loans

US court accepts Adani's plea seeking dismissal of SEC fraud case

The US SEC sued Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani in November 2024, alleging they misled investors by failing to disclose an alleged bribery scheme involving Indian state officials

RBI holds repo rate at 5.25%: 5 key takeaways from April MPC decision

The RBI held the repo rate steady at 5.25% and kept its policy stance neutral. It said global tensions and higher energy prices remain key risks for inflation and economic growth