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Changes proposed in PPF and small savings schemes: All you need to know

The government has proposed to allow premature closure of PPF accounts and opening of small savings accounts in the name of minors.

Feb 14, 2018

Bad loans and capital infusion: Welcome to the freeloaders' paradise

The unavoidable, inevitable public largesse on defaulters and their abettors encourages lax governance and a lack of probity.

Feb 14, 2018

Hindustan Unilever to cut online ad expenditure if digital platforms don't get rid of divisive content

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) will cut down on ads on Twitter, Facebook, and Google if the social media platforms fail to contain divisive content.

Feb 14, 2018

These four tax changes will impact your income from April 1

These tax changes will come into effect from April 1, once the Finance Bill is passed by the Parliament.

Feb 14, 2018

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US shale boom could force OPEC to take action: Here's how India can benefit

The relentless rise of U.S. shale output could prompt the world's top oil producers to bring a change in their policy, according to the Paris-based IEA.

Feb 14, 2018

Punjab National Bank reveals transactions fraud of Rs 11,300 crore in Mumbai branch

Shares slumped as much as 6 percent in early trade in PNB even as the benchmark index made gains.

Feb 14, 2018

Why it's best to avoid PSU bank stocks right now

Market experts believe the new measures by the RBI would lead to early recognition of bad loans, leading to higher provisioning expense that could subsequently hit bank profits.

Feb 14, 2018

Buy, Sell, Hold: What stocks are analysts tracking on Feb. 14

SGX Nifty, an early indicator of the Nifty 50's trend in India, signals a strong start for the domestic markets.

Feb 14, 2018

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Stocks to watch: Bank of Baroda, Indoco Remedies, Welspun India

Here are a few stocks that are likely to move in trades on Wednesday.

Feb 14, 2018

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Economy and markets: All you need to know to start your day on Feb. 14

SGX Nifty signals a strong start for the Indian markets after the benchmark Sensex jumped 294 points to close at 34,300 on Monday.

Feb 14, 2018

Cryptocurrency transaction gets tougher in India: This bank bans use of its cards to buy bitcoins

Banks including SBI, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and Yes Bank have already suspended accounts of major bitcoin exchanges in India.

Feb 13, 2018

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Wipro and Tata Steel among 2018 World's Most Ethical Companies

Wipro Limited and Tata Steel Limited are the two Indian firms that have been named by Ethisphere Institute in the list of World's Most Ethical Companies for 2018.

Feb 13, 2018