Residents in Gurugram will no longer have to wait for cooking gas deliveries, as Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) has launched India’s first LPG ATM. The automated machine, installed at Central Park Flower Valley in Sector 33, Sohna, refills a cylinder in just two to three minutes. The pilot project, branded “BharatGas Insta LPG”, is…
Gold and silver prices traded higher in early Friday (March 20) session, recovering after a steep decline in the previous session, as global cues turned mixed and investors reassessed inflation and interest rate expectations. On COMEX, gold rose 1.8% to $4,688.50 per ounce, after touching an intraday high of $4,701.50 an ounce. Silver outperformed, gaining…
In periods marked by geopolitical tensions, wars, and market volatility, investors often turn cautious, holding back fresh investments or exiting existing positions. However, insights shared by Tata AIA Life Insurance suggest that such phases of uncertainty have, in several instances, created opportunities for long-term investors. According to the insurer, while crises typically trigger short-term volatility,…
A weakening rupee is quietly boosting returns for Indian investors in US markets even as the same factors weigh on domestic equities. The Indian rupee has weakened 2.63% so far in 2026 and about 1.8% since tensions escalated in West Asia, pressured by higher crude oil prices, foreign fund outflows and a stronger dollar. For…
Several lenders, including Axis Bank, YES Bank and SBI Card, are revising credit card rewards, fees and access benefits from April 2026, part of a broader shift in how issuers design card economics. The changes, ranging from tighter cashback caps and revised fee thresholds to reduced airport lounge access, signal what industry experts describe as…
As the financial year nears its close, individuals typically rush to lock in last-minute tax-saving investments. Among the available options, health insurance stands out, not just for its tax benefits, but also for its role in safeguarding long-term financial stability. Under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act, 1961, individuals opting for the old tax…
Discounts on physical gold in India narrowed this week from near decade-high levels, supported by festival-led buying and a correction in global prices, even as broader demand trends across Asia remained uneven. Bullion dealers offered discounts of up to $75 per ounce over official domestic prices, down from $83 last week — the deepest since…
The Government of India has officially notified the Income‑tax Rules, 2026, publishing them in the Official Gazette ahead of the new financial year beginning April 1. The notification marks a key procedural step in implementing the Income‑tax Act, 2025, which replaces the decades‑old taxation framework under the earlier Act. The Income‑tax Rules, 2026 are subordinate legislation…
Silver and gold staged a notable recovery in Friday’s (March 20’s) futures trade, following recent sharp declines driven by global uncertainties and rising energy costs. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold for April delivery surged by ₹1,914, or 1.32%, to ₹1.46 lakh per 10 grams. Meanwhile, silver for May delivery jumped ₹8,540, or nearly…
India’s health insurance sector is expanding with higher sum insured options and “unlimited” coverage plans. However, complex policies and rising costs lead to claim disputes. By Shilpa Arora March 20, 2026, 6:26:15 PM IST (Published) India’s health insurance sector is growing rapidly, with insurers offering higher sum insured options and even “unlimited” coverage plans. On…
