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The Confederation of Central Government Employees & Workers has once again brought attention to multiple unresolved demands of government employees and pensioners. Among these, a key issue is the unpaid dearness allowance (DA) arrears that were frozen during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a circular issued by the Confederation on March 7, 2025, employees have …

After enduring 5 consecutive days of losses between March 7 and March 13, 2025, the BSE Sensex opened on a positive note on March 17, 2025. The index began the session at 73,830.03 and climbed to an intraday high of 74,376.32. However, as of 12:38 PM, the index was seen trading above the 74,000 mark …

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) benchmark Nifty50 index opened on a positive note on Monday, March 17, 2025, and at 11:59 AM, it was trading 0.49% higher, crossing the 22,500 threshold. This upbeat momentum came as investor concerns over a potential US government shutdown eased, while anticipation built around the US Federal Reserve’s policy review …

As Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) evolves into a global financial hub, the risk of cyber threats is expected to rise. In response, the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has issued cyber security guidelines, making regulated entities such as Asset Management Companies (AMCs), Portfolio Management Services (PMSs), Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), and Registered …

New Delhi, Mar 17 (PTI) Airtel Payments Bank has surpassed one billion transactions on its platform in January 2025, reflecting a 47 per cent year-on-year growth in transaction volume across businesses, according to a top official. Anubrata Biswas, MD and CEO at Airtel Payments Bank told PTI that the “milestone” underscores increasing adoption of digital …

Fixed deposits (FDs) have long been considered a safe investment choice, offering assured returns with minimal risk. However, recent financial incidents, such as IndusInd Bank’s accounting error-related crisis, raise concerns about deposit safety. The question remains—how secure is your money if a bank faces financial distress? In India, deposit insurance is managed by the Deposit …

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2025 on 1st February, one unique financial privilege continues to stand out—Sikkim’s tax-free status. Unlike the rest of India, where income tax is mandatory beyond a certain threshold, Sikkimese residents enjoy complete tax exemption, irrespective of their earnings. This financial advantage is enshrined in Article 371(F) …

Tick size refers to the minimum price movement by which the price of a security, index, or derivative contract can change. It determines the smallest increment in which buyers and sellers can quote prices. A smaller tick size can enhance liquidity and price efficiency, whereas a larger tick size can help reduce excessive volatility and …

Patanjali Ayurved, owned by Baba Ramdev and Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group) has entered India’s general insurance sector by acquiring a majority stake in Magma General Insurance. This acquisition, valued at ₹4,500 crore, marks Patanjali’s first foray into the insurance business, expanding its operations beyond Ayurvedic products, wellness, and FMCG segments. As of 12:13 pm …

The Delhi government has finalised plans to implement the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY). An official Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will be signed between the Delhi government and the National Health Authority (NHA) on March 18 in the presence of Union Health Minister JP Nadda.  On the same occasion, five families in …