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Gold Price Crash: Why Gold Fell 5.5% Despite War in the Middle East
Investments
Gold Price Crash: Why Gold Fell 5.5% Despite War in the Middle East
Gold prices crashed over ₹1 lakh per 100 grams in just four trading sessions. Here is why gold is falling even as a full-blown war rages, and what Indian investors should do.
8 min read10 March 2026
India Eases FDI Rules for Chinese Investments: 60-Day Approval Timeline
News
India Eases FDI Rules for Chinese Investments: 60-Day Approval Timeline
The Cabinet has eased Press Note 3 rules with a 60-day approval timeline for Chinese investments. Manufacturing and electronics sectors to benefit most. What it means for markets.
5 min read10 March 2026
LPG Crisis Deepens: Essential Commodities Act Invoked, Refill Gap Now 25 Days
News
LPG Crisis Deepens: Essential Commodities Act Invoked, Refill Gap Now 25 Days
The government has invoked the Essential Commodities Act for LPG, extended refill booking to 25 days, and halted commercial gas in 6+ states. Domestic cylinder now ₹913.
7 min read10 March 2026
How India Is Shock-Proofing Itself Against Oil Price Crises
News
How India Is Shock-Proofing Itself Against Oil Price Crises
India imports 85% of its crude oil and any Middle East disruption sends the economy into shock. Here are 5 concrete steps the government is taking to reduce this vulnerability.
7 min read10 March 2026
AC Prices Rising 10-15% from April — Should You Buy Now or Wait?
News
AC Prices Rising 10-15% from April — Should You Buy Now or Wait?
AC prices are going up 10-15% from April due to rising copper, aluminium costs and new BEE regulations. Here is whether you should buy before the hike or wait for off-season deals.
6 min read10 March 2026
Is Gadget Insurance Worth It for Your ₹50,000 Smartphone?
Insurance
Is Gadget Insurance Worth It for Your ₹50,000 Smartphone?
Your phone costs ₹50,000, the insurance costs ₹5,000, and the screen repair costs ₹15,000. We break down when gadget insurance makes sense and when it is a waste of money.
8 min read10 March 2026
IDBI Bank Privatisation Delayed: What It Means for Investors
News
IDBI Bank Privatisation Delayed: What It Means for Investors
IDBI Bank privatisation has been delayed to FY27. With the stock down over 8%, here is what happened, why it matters, and what investors should do next.
7 min read10 March 2026
8th Pay Commission: Fitment Factor 3.0x Could Triple Minimum Basic Pay
News
8th Pay Commission: Fitment Factor 3.0x Could Triple Minimum Basic Pay
The 8th Pay Commission is underway with unions demanding a 3.0x fitment factor. This would raise minimum basic pay from ₹18,000 to ₹54,000. What it means for government employees and taxpayers.
8 min read10 March 2026
RBI Proposes ₹25,000 Compensation for Digital Fraud Victims
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RBI Proposes ₹25,000 Compensation for Digital Fraud Victims
The RBI has proposed automatic compensation of up to ₹25,000 for victims of digital fraud including UPI, net banking, and card transactions. Here is how it works.
7 min read10 March 2026
Banks Collected ₹19,083 Crore in Minimum Balance Penalties — How to Avoid Them
Budgeting
Banks Collected ₹19,083 Crore in Minimum Balance Penalties — How to Avoid Them
Indian banks collected ₹19,083 crore in minimum balance penalties over 3 years. Private banks charged nearly double that of PSBs. Here is how to avoid paying a single rupee.
8 min read10 March 2026
Silver Surges ₹13,000/kg in One Day, Gold Touches ₹1.60 Lakh
Investments
Silver Surges ₹13,000/kg in One Day, Gold Touches ₹1.60 Lakh
Silver jumped ₹13,000 to ₹2,73,000/kg on the MCX. Gold rose to ₹1,60,000 per 10 grams. Should you buy precious metals now or wait?
7 min read10 March 2026
Airlines Hike International Fares 10-15% as Jet Fuel Prices Double
News
Airlines Hike International Fares 10-15% as Jet Fuel Prices Double
Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet are raising international airfares by 10-15% from April 2026. Jet fuel has nearly doubled since the Iran conflict. Here is how to save on flights.
7 min read10 March 2026