Friday, June 12, 2026 | 02:54 AM ISTहिंदी में पढें
Business Standard
Notification Icon
userprofile IconSearch

Explained

SpaceX IPO explained: Share price, valuation and risks for investors

SpaceX is set for one of Wall Street's biggest IPOs, aiming to raise $75 billion. What does the listing mean, and can Indian investors buy shares?

SpaceX IPO explained: Share price, valuation and risks for investors
Updated On : 11 Jun 2026 | 2:20 PM IST

Canara Bank's ₹509-crore Rajesh Exports exposure: All you need to know

The Rajesh Exports-Sebi case has renewed attention on Canara Bank's ₹509-crore exposure and the trade-finance transactions that linked the company to its Swiss subsidiary

Canara Bank's ₹509-crore Rajesh Exports exposure: All you need to know
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 5:05 PM IST

RBI MPC June meeting explained: Will interest rates rise again? What to expect | Rate cut

The RBI is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, but rising oil prices and inflation risks could shape its future stance.

Icon YoutubeRBI MPC June meeting explained: Will interest rates rise again? What to expect | Rate cut
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 3:44 PM IST

Gsec to FAR: Explaining key terms behind India's global bond index push

The government's tax exemption for foreign investors has put India's bond market in the spotlight. Here's a breakdown of the key terms investors need to know

Gsec to FAR: Explaining key terms behind India's global bond index push
Updated On : 09 Jun 2026 | 10:58 AM IST

NOS scheme explained: What does it cover, and who can apply? | Foreign Universities

The Indian government’s National Overseas Scholarship scheme is now open for applications for 2026-27. Here’s who can apply, what benefits are covered

Icon YoutubeNOS scheme explained: What does it cover, and who can apply? | Foreign Universities
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 3:31 PM IST

Gold ownership rules explained: How much can you keep at home?

How much gold can you legally keep at home in India? After PM Modi’s remarks on gold buying, questions around gold ownership rules are back in focus.

Icon YoutubeGold ownership rules explained: How much can you keep at home?
Updated On : 08 Jun 2026 | 12:38 PM IST

Buying a flat in UP? New rules will stop builders from diverting your money

UP RERA Has Changed How Builders Can Use Your Money - Here's What It Means

Buying a flat in UP? New rules will stop builders from diverting your money
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 10:29 AM IST

Explained: What are bond yields and why markets watch them closely?

Bond yields show the return investors demand for lending money. When yields rise, borrowing becomes costlier for governments, companies and consumers across the economy

Explained: What are bond yields and why markets watch them closely?
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 11:56 AM IST

Explained: You can soon withdraw PF instantly through UPI and WhatsApp

EPFO's Big Digital Upgrade: Instant PF Access Through UPI and WhatsApp

Explained: You can soon withdraw PF instantly through UPI and WhatsApp
Updated On : 20 May 2026 | 1:08 PM IST
Rupee is down 11% in a year: Here's what the currency slide means for you
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 10:39 AM IST

Sanjeev Sanyal explains: Revival of Kolkata key to eastern India’s growth | Indian Economy

Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, Sanjeev Sanyal says, “The relative performance of the Indian states shows one or two very clear trends.

Icon YoutubeSanjeev Sanyal explains: Revival of Kolkata key to eastern India’s growth | Indian Economy
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 3:36 PM IST

Explained: How your AC may be driving India towards a power crisis | Electricity demand

India’s power demand is hitting record highs as heatwaves intensify. With AC usage soaring and data centres running 24/7, the strain on the grid is growing fast.

Icon YoutubeExplained: How your AC may be driving India towards a power crisis | Electricity demand
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Apple vs CCI explained: Why Apple is fighting India’s antitrust probe | App Store

India’s iPhone export boom hits a record high — but at the same time, Apple Inc. is facing a major antitrust battle with Competition Commission of India (CCI).

Icon YoutubeApple vs CCI explained: Why Apple is fighting India’s antitrust probe | App Store
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 3:29 PM IST

EPFO's E-PRAAPTI portal explained: How to find old PF accounts without UAN

EPFO is launching a new portal, E-PRAAPTI, to help users track and access old or inactive PF accounts with ease. In this video, we explain how the new system by Employees' Provident Fund Organisation

Icon YoutubeEPFO's E-PRAAPTI portal explained: How to find old PF accounts without UAN
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 2:41 PM IST

India-New Zealand FTA explained: What India actually gains

India and New Zealand have signed a fast-tracked Free Trade Agreement in New Delhi — but the real story lies beyond the headline. India gets 100% duty-free access across 8,000+ products,

Icon YoutubeIndia-New Zealand FTA explained: What India actually gains
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 11:50 AM IST

Explained: Why Indian govt is warning banks about Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ AI | Claude Mythos

India has asked banks to stay on high alert over Anthropic’s powerful new AI model, Claude Mythos. Why is an unreleased AI tool triggering alarms in Delhi, London and Washington?

Icon YoutubeExplained: Why Indian govt is warning banks about Anthropic’s ‘Mythos’ AI | Claude Mythos
Updated On : 04 May 2026 | 11:08 AM IST

Vedanta demerger explained: What it means for your shares, prices, and market

Vedanta is splitting into five companies, but what does that actually mean for investors? From record dates and share allotments to price discovery and index flows

Icon YoutubeVedanta demerger explained: What it means for your shares, prices, and market
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 12:52 PM IST

NHAI asks banks to validate vehicle numbers on FASTag: Here's how to check

NHAI has asked banks to verify vehicle numbers linked to FASTags after mismatch complaints. Here's how you can check if your VRN is correctly linked to your FASTag

NHAI asks banks to validate vehicle numbers on FASTag: Here's how to check
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 1:31 PM IST

From Berlin Blockade to Strait of Hormuz: A history of wartime blockades

As the US plans a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks, here's a look at how wartime blockades -- from world wars to today -- have disrupted trade and daily life globally

From Berlin Blockade to Strait of Hormuz: A history of wartime blockades
Updated On : 13 Apr 2026 | 12:05 PM IST

US to automatically register eligible men for military draft by December

The US plans to auto-enrol eligible men aged 18-26 into the military draft database, ending the current self-registration process and using federal data to identify those required to register

US to automatically register eligible men for military draft by December
Updated On : 10 Apr 2026 | 2:23 PM IST