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HDFC Bank probes chairman's resignation letter; RBI's CBDC push; Fino PB withdraws CEO reappointment

Bankers seek debt moratorium for MSMEs With the West Asia conflict nearing a month, bankers have urged the RBI and Centre to consider a time-bound moratorium on debt repayments for MSMEs

Fuel price relief? Why India cut fuel excise duty now and what it means for oil prices

The government has reduced excise duty by ₹10 per litre on both petrol and diesel amid rising global oil risks linked to West Asia tensions. This brings excise on petrol down to roughly ₹3 per litre,

How a global crisis is disrupting college meals across India

A global supply disruption is causing a commercial LPG crunch across India, forcing colleges to cut menus, and switch to electric or alternative cooking methods.

Trump's peace plan: What is the US 15-point plan to end the West Asia war?

As the West Asia war enters its fourth week, the US has proposed a 15-point ceasefire framework to Iran. The plan focuses on dismantling Tehran’s nuclear and missile capabilities

West Asia war: Why India’s LPG shortage will persist even as new supply routes open

India is staring at a widening LPG supply gap as disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz hit imports. While alternative routes and US cargoes offer some relief, shortages could worsen in April.

Explained: New digital payments rules | UPI payment | Online payment | Card payment | RBI

India’s digital payments system will see tighter security from April 1, 2026, with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) making two-factor authentication (2FA) compulsory for all transactions.

New income-tax rules 2026 notified: What changes for your salary, HRA, EV perks and compliance

India has notified the Income-tax Rules, 2026 ahead of April 1 rollout. From EV tax perks and expanded HRA benefits to tighter crypto reporting and no change in tax slabs,

New ATM rules from April 1: What changes and what it means for you

From April 1, 2026, major banks like HDFC Bank, PNB, and Bandhan Bank are changing ATM rules. UPI withdrawals will now count toward limits, daily caps are being cut, and fees may kick in faster.

$5 trillion in gold Why India feels richer but is not growing its wealth

A new report by Kotak Institutional Equities suggests that while rising gold prices are making households feel richer, they may not actually be helping long-term wealth creation or the broader economy

Gold prices saw their worst week in 40 years despite West Asia war; why | Gold rate | Share market

Gold is crashing despite the ongoing US–Iran war — defying its safe-haven status. Prices have recorded their worst weekly fall in over 40 years as rising oil prices, inflation fears

Govt working on strategy to handle West Asia crisis effects: PM Modi in Lok Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Lok Sabha on the West Asia crisis, stating that the government was working on a comprehensive strategy to handle its impact.

'Strait of Hormuz blockade unacceptable': PM Modi on West Asia crisis

The Prime Minister said that India is responding to volatility caused by Tehran's chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz - the narrow waterway

'Our focus is to maintain supply of LPG...': PM Modi on West Asia crisis

"Our government has tried (to ensure) that petrol, diesel, and gas supply shouldn't get disrupted (and that) households shouldn't suffer," he said, "India buys 60 per cent of its LPG

How the West Asia crisis is reshaping India’s luxury skylines

Amid the escalating West Asia crisis, the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is beginning to ripple through India’s real estate sector, sharply increasing construction costs, delaying supplies

HDFC chairman quits, RBI steps in; Centre likely to scrap IDBI Bank stake sale; Bima Sugam rollout

HDFC Bank chairman resigns, stock tumbles HDFC Bank’s part-time chairman, Atanu Chakraborty, resigned abruptly, citing differences over the bank’s governance and his ethics. The stock fell nearly 7%

Production up 40%, 4,500+ raids against hoarding & black marketing: Govt on LPG

Domestic LPG production rises 40% with no shortage at retail outlets. Panic booking has reduced, and 11,300 tonnes of commercial LPG were supplied to consumers last week. Over 4,500 raids were conduct

New GDP series: A beginner's guide to GDP estimates | GDP base year | GDP growth | Indian Economy

India is set to release a new GDP series with 2022–23 as the base year. But what exactly is GDP, how is it calculated, and why do revisions matter?

India’s new GDP series highlights: Economy grows by 7.8% in Q3 FY26; full year growth raised to 7.6%

India’s economy expanded 7.8% in the October–December quarter of FY26, according to newly released national accounts data based on a revised GDP series with 2022–23 as the base year.

Ground report |'Delivered but not received’: Inside the growing LPG crisis in Delhi-NCR households

“Delivered but not received” — that’s the reality many households in Delhi-NCR are facing amid a deepening LPG crisis.

EPFO keeps interest at 8.25% for FY26: What it means for your savings

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation has recommended an 8.25% interest rate on EPF deposits for FY2025-26. This is the third straight year at the same level.