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Why Are Tourists from Israel and Other Countries Choosing Pushkar-Based Tattoo Artist Jimmy Kalyana?

Pushkar-based tattoo artist Jimmy Kalyana (@jimmyartifex) earns international acclaim by blending freehand flow, dark floral motifs, and Indian spiritual symbolism for global travelers.

May 16, 2026

Rupee trades lower amid elevated crude prices

Rupee hits all-time low, breaches 96 for 1st time against US dollar

The rupee fell to a fresh record low on Friday, slipping past the 96 mark against the US dollar as rising crude oil prices and the ongoing West Asia conflict continued to pressure the currency.

May 15, 2026

India's forex reserves jump $6.3 billion to $696.99 billion on surge in gold holdings

India's forex reserves rose by $6.3 billion to $696.99 billion in the week ended May 8, mainly due to a sharp rise in gold reserves, according to RBI data. Gold holdings jumped by $5.64 billion, while foreign currency assets also increased slightly.

May 15, 2026

Attention Mumbaikars! Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked By ₹3 Amid Global Oil Crisis Due To Iran War; Check New Rates Here

Attention! Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked By ₹3 Amid Global Oil Crisis Due To Iran War; Check New Rates Here

The Centre on Friday raised petrol and diesel prices by Rs 3 per litre nationwide, the first retail revision in nearly four years, citing soaring global crude prices. In Mumbai, petrol rose to Rs 106.68 and diesel to Rs 93.14 per litre.

May 15, 2026

Income Tax Dept launches 'Kar Saathi' website to simplify tax filing, offer 24x7 AI help

ITR filing process for AY 2026-27 officially begins

ITR filing process for AY 2026-27 has begun with Excel utilities for ITR-1 and ITR-4 now available on the e-filing portal. Taxpayers can file returns online or offline by uploading JSON files, while the deadline for non-audit taxpayers remains July 31.

May 15, 2026

Iran war may force fuel price hike in India as crude crosses $100: RBI Governor warns

Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has stated that petrol, diesel, and LPG stocks in the country are adequate, but hinted that prices may have to be raised due to the heavy losses that public sector oil companies were piling up.

May 13, 2026

The World's 50 Best Bars 2026 is all set for a Milanese glow-up

The 18th edition of the World's 50 Best Bars will be unveiled in Milan this coming October.

May 12, 2026

Crude oil prices jump up to 4 pc on Hormuz tensions, ceasefire doubts

Centre reduces oil, gas royalty burden across offshore and deepwater blocks

Under the revised framework, deepwater blocks will pay 5% royalty for the first seven years of commercial production and 10% thereafter. Ultra-deepwater blocks will enjoy zero royalty for the first seven years, followed by a 5% levy from the eighth year onward.

May 12, 2026

When the Numbers Protest: CFO Exit, Auditor Dissent, and the New Grammar of Corporate Risk in India

When Numbers Protest: CFO Exit, Auditor Dissent, and New Grammar of Corporate Risk in India

The ₹70-crore lawsuit filed by former IndusInd Bank executive Gobind Jain against IndusInd Bank and the Reserve Bank of India highlights larger concerns around corporate governance, disclosure delays, and regulatory oversight rather than just an employment dispute.

May 7, 2026

Scheduled commercial banks clock robust credit growth at 15.9 pc in FY2

SCB's recorded strong credit growth of 15.9% in FY26, reflecting robust economic activity and rising demand. Total credit outstanding reached ₹212.9 lakh crore, up ₹29.2 lakh crore year-on-year. Growth was broad-based, led by the services sector, followed by personal loans, agriculture, and industry.

May 5, 2026

Crude oil prices fall up to 2 pc even as West Asia conflict intensifies

Global crude oil prices declined by up to 2% despite escalating tensions in West Asia, as markets corrected after a sharp rally in the previous session. Brent crude and WTI both slipped. The Indian rupee weakened further, hovering near record lows against the dollar, adding to broader market concerns.

May 5, 2026

AI trade behind FPI outflows from India as AI stock overvaluation concerns linger

India is facing FPI outflows due to factors like elevated crude oil prices, currency pressure, and relatively lower exposure to the AI boom. Despite this, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) have helped cushion the market by absorbing selling pressure.

May 3, 2026

Govt notifies 100 pc FDI in insurance under automatic route

The Union government has allowed 100% FDI in the insurance sector under the automatic route, in line with reforms to the Insurance Act, 1938, subject to compliance and approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India.

May 3, 2026

India to grow over 7 pc despite West Asia conflict: CEA Nageswaran

He noted that while the conflict poses risks—especially through rising crude oil prices—the government is actively managing supply dynamics. India's dependence on imported oil is not seen as a standalone vulnerability due to alternative energy challenges.

May 3, 2026

Bajaj Finance hikes FD rates for select senior citizen schemes

Bajaj Finance has raised interest rates on its fixed deposit (FD) schemes, offering up to 7.75 percent returns for senior citizens. The move comes amid rising demand for fixed-income instruments. The company has increased FD rates by up to 45 basis points on select tenures, particularly in the 31 to 60 month category

May 2, 2026

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