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Passport fees rise from July 1: Fresh applications, Tatkal services and replacement charges become significantly costlier

Passport fees rise from July 1: Fresh applications, Tatkal services and replacement charges become significantly costlier

The cost of getting a passport or renewing an existing one will increase from July 1 after the Central Government revised passport applicat…

Green homes cost up to 4% more but cut power and water bills, making long-term ownership cheaper

Green homes cost up to 4% more but cut power and water bills, making long-term ownership cheaper

Homebuyers in India are no longer choosing a property only on the basis of location, price and amenities...

Diesel sales capped at 200 litres daily as Centre blocks bulk fuel buying at retail pumps

Diesel sales capped at 200 litres daily as Centre blocks bulk fuel buying at retail pumps

The Centre has capped diesel purchases at 200 litres per customer per day and barred industrial and commercial users from buying fuel at re…

Rupee crashes to record low during war months, daily expenses and travel costs rise sharply

Rupee crashes to record low during war months, daily expenses and travel costs rise sharply

The Indian rupee has slipped to a record low against the US dollar during the three months of the ongoing America-Iran war, putting direct …

Everyday household products set to become costlier as FMCG giants prepare another nationwide price hike

Everyday household products set to become costlier as FMCG giants prepare another nationwide price hike

Rising prices of soap, biscuits, cooking oil and packaged daily-use products may soon put extra pressure on household budgets across India.…

Instant home services surge as demand grows rapidly, monthly users cross one crore nationwide

Instant home services surge as demand grows rapidly, monthly users cross one crore nationwide

Mumbai’s urban lifestyle is changing fast as instant home service apps become a daily necessity for millions...

Wealthy borrowers pledge luxury assets for loans: Quick approvals and high confidentiality drive demand for short-term liquidity solutions

Wealthy borrowers pledge luxury assets for loans: Quick approvals and high confidentiality drive demand for short-term liquidity solutions

The belief that only the poor or middle class pawn valuables in times of need does not hold true anymore...

Wealth shifts to heritage assets as luxury index dips slightly; India’s ultra-rich population set to rise

Wealth shifts to heritage assets as luxury index dips slightly; India’s ultra-rich population set to rise

The global luxury investment market is showing signs of stability, even as investor preferences undergo a clear shift towards rarity and hi…

Gen Z prefer growth over salary as survey reveals major shift in job priorities

Gen Z prefer growth over salary as survey reveals major shift in job priorities

Today’s Gen Z no longer views a job merely as a source of income, but as an opportunity to learn and grow...

Gen alpha in India shift from spenders to earners, shaping family buying and brand choices

Gen alpha in India shift from spenders to earners, shaping family buying and brand choices

India’s Gen Alpha is no longer just a consumer group but is emerging as a decisive force in financial behaviour and household spending patt…

RailOne app offers discount on general tickets as Indian Railways pushes digital bookings for passengers

RailOne app offers discount on general tickets as Indian Railways pushes digital bookings for passengers

Indian Railways has started offering discounts on unreserved or general tickets booked through its RailOne mobile app from today...

Piped gas near homes becomes mandatory: LPG supply to stop after 3 months without PNG connection

Piped gas near homes becomes mandatory: LPG supply to stop after 3 months without PNG connection

India is pushing a major shift in household cooking fuel as the Centre makes piped natural gas compulsory in areas where pipelines exist...

Railway tightens ticket cancellation rules, refund only if cancelled eight hours before departure time

Railway tightens ticket cancellation rules, refund only if cancelled eight hours before departure time

Indian Railways has introduced stricter ticket cancellation rules, making refunds possible only if tickets are cancelled at least eight hou…

Gen-Z reshapes shopping habits in India, forcing companies to sell stories and lifestyles

Gen-Z reshapes shopping habits in India, forcing companies to sell stories and lifestyles

India’s consumer market is undergoing a significant shift as Gen-Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, redefine the way people shop and spen…

Sim binding rule kicks in from March 1; no extension, stricter app logins mandated

Sim binding rule kicks in from March 1; no extension, stricter app logins mandated

The Centre on Thursday made it clear that the February 28 deadline to implement the new ‘SIM binding’ framework will not be extended...

Duty-free limit raised to ₹75,000 as India rolls out new baggage rules for international travellers

Duty-free limit raised to ₹75,000 as India rolls out new baggage rules for international travellers

India has revised its customs baggage rules for passengers arriving from overseas, raising the duty-free allowance for Indian citizens and …

Aadhaar mandatory for early-hour train ticket booking from December 29

Aadhaar mandatory for early-hour train ticket booking from December 29

From December 29, IRCTC users without Aadhaar-linked accounts will not be able to book reserved train tickets between 8 am and 12 noon on t…

School Opening Rules in India: Understanding Permissions, Documents, Land Needs and Budget

School Opening Rules in India: Understanding Permissions, Documents, Land Needs and Budget

India continues to see new private and public schools coming up each year, but the process behind establishing an educational institution r…

Astrologer scams emptying bank accounts through payment links: Rs 60,000 cr market draws youth seeking quick answers

Astrologer scams emptying bank accounts through payment links: Rs 60,000 cr market draws youth seeking quick answers

The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre has issued a nationwide alert against a growing wave of online astrologer scams on social media.…

Confirmed Train Ticket Dates Can Be Changed Without Extra Charges From January 2026

Confirmed Train Ticket Dates Can Be Changed Without Extra Charges From January 2026

From January 2026, railway passengers will be able to change the dates of their confirmed train tickets without paying any cancellation fee…

Zomato launches new Healthy Mode to focus on nutrition alongside taste

Zomato launches new Healthy Mode to focus on nutrition alongside taste

Zomato, the online food delivery platform, has introduced a new feature called Healthy Mode on its app...

Indian Railways launches festive season return ticket scheme with 20 percent discount on experimental basis

Indian Railways launches festive season return ticket scheme with 20 percent discount on experimental basis

Indian Railways has introduced an experimental scheme aimed at people traveling home for Diwali and other upcoming festivals...

UPI users may soon pay with fingerprint or face scan instead of using PIN for transactions

UPI users may soon pay with fingerprint or face scan instead of using PIN for transactions

UPI users might soon be able to make payments using their fingerprint or face ID instead of entering a PIN...

Railways deactivates 2.5 crore IRCTC user IDs to curb ticket frauds

Railways deactivates 2.5 crore IRCTC user IDs to curb ticket frauds

Indian Railways has deactivated over 2.5 crore user IDs on the IRCTC platform...

New UPI Rules Coming from August 1 applying to all users

New UPI Rules Coming from August 1 applying to all users

Starting August 1, 2025, new rules for Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will be applied to all users, banks, and merchants...

You can update Aadhaar details with limits, Name and date of birth changes allowed only a few times

You can update Aadhaar details with limits, Name and date of birth changes allowed only a few times

Aadhaar card is an important document that stores your name, address, gender, mobile number and date of birth...

UIDAI Plans Simpler, Safer KYC Without Aadhaar Number Sharing

UIDAI Plans Simpler, Safer KYC Without Aadhaar Number Sharing

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is planning to simplify the Aadhaar-based Know Your Customer (KYC) process...

Employees May Soon Access Full Retirement Funds Before Superannuation

Employees May Soon Access Full Retirement Funds Before Superannuation

The central government is working on a proposal that could allow salaried employees to withdraw a major part...

Top Money Mistakes People Make in Youthful Years, Starting Late is a Costly Delay

Top Money Mistakes People Make in Youthful Years, Starting Late is a Costly Delay

In your 20s and early 30s, investing might not seem urgent. With student loans, travel plans, and lifestyle spending taking priority...

Railways to Prepare Reservation Charts 8 Hours Before Train Departure

Railways to Prepare Reservation Charts 8 Hours Before Train Departure

Indian Railways has decided to prepone the reservation chart preparation to 8 hours before the train's departure, instead of the current 4-…

AC and non-AC mail/express fares to increase per km  from July 1 onwards, Aadhaar mandatory for Tatkal bookings

AC and non-AC mail/express fares to increase per km from July 1 onwards, Aadhaar mandatory for Tatkal bookings

Indian Railways is all set to revise passenger fares from July 1, 2025...

Check if someone is misusing your ID for fake SIM cards: Quick verification possible in just one minute at home

Check if someone is misusing your ID for fake SIM cards: Quick verification possible in just one minute at home

With the rising number of online fraud cases across India, it is becoming increasingly important for individuals to ensure their identifica…

Missed Call-SMS Can Also Help You Check PF Details: UAN and Aadhaar Linking Essential, 5 Easy Ways to Access Your PF Account

Missed Call-SMS Can Also Help You Check PF Details: UAN and Aadhaar Linking Essential, 5 Easy Ways to Access Your PF Account

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to introduce instant Provident Fund (PF) withdrawals via Unified Payments Interfac…

Air Travel Costs Set to Rise as Mumbai and Delhi Airports Propose Significant Fee Hikes

Air Travel Costs Set to Rise as Mumbai and Delhi Airports Propose Significant Fee Hikes

Air travelers passing through Mumbai and Delhi airports may soon face increased expenses, as both airports have proposed substantial hikes …

Banks to Remain Closed for 14 Days in March: Check State-Wise Holiday List

Banks to Remain Closed for 14 Days in March: Check State-Wise Holiday List

In March 2025, banks across different states and cities will remain closed for 14 days, including 5 Sundays, 2 Saturdays, and 7 regional ho…

Luxury Hotels Charging ₹800 for an Omelette Sparks Debate

Luxury Hotels Charging ₹800 for an Omelette Sparks Debate

A social media post by an investor has sparked a debate over the high prices of simple food items in luxury hotels...

Ideal Work Hours Recommended, Long Working Hours Harm Mental Health, Says Economic Survey

Ideal Work Hours Recommended, Long Working Hours Harm Mental Health, Says Economic Survey

The debate over how many hours one should work per week has been a hot topic in India in recent weeks...

Locker Facility Now Available at Railway Stations, Starting at ₹40 Per Hour

Locker Facility Now Available at Railway Stations, Starting at ₹40 Per Hour

Passengers traveling on the Mumbai-Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor can now avail themselves of smart locker facilities at railw…

How Much Will Your Salary Increase in the 8th Pay Commission? Here’s the Full Calculation

How Much Will Your Salary Increase in the 8th Pay Commission? Here’s the Full Calculation

The central government has approved the 8th Pay Commission, set to be implemented from January 2026...

Salary Hike Under 8th Pay Commission May Trigger Inflation, Warn Economists

Salary Hike Under 8th Pay Commission May Trigger Inflation, Warn Economists

The central government has given a significant boost to its employees by approving the 8th Pay Commission, which will come into effect from…

What is a Flexi Personal Loan? Benefits and Eligibility Explained

What is a Flexi Personal Loan? Benefits and Eligibility Explained

The loan culture in India has seen significant growth in recent years, with more people opting for credit cards or traditional loans...