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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
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?
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

IDBI Bank Privatisation Timeline: Stake Sale Delayed to FY27
A complete chronological timeline of IDBI Bank's privatisation — from the 2019 LIC takeover and the 2022 strategic sale launch to the 2026 valuation gap and FY27 push. Includes current bidders, share-price impact and what investors should expect next.
7 min read10 March 2026

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
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

FII vs DII: How Foreign and Domestic Flows Move Indian Stocks
Every Indian market move is shaped by the tug-of-war between Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) and Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs). Here's how to read these flows and what they mean for your investments.
6 min read10 March 2026

Tech Mahindra 30,000 Layoffs Rumour — What Really Happened
If you've been scrolling through social media today, you've probably seen scary posts claiming that Tech Mahindra is about to fire 30,000 employees. The news went viral on X (formerly Twitter) and...
8 min read10 March 2026

Petrol and Diesel Prices in India — What Is Really Happening and What Is Next
If you have been watching the news lately, you have probably heard that oil prices around the world have shot up dramatically. Brent crude oil surged past $119 per barrel on March 9, 2026 — its...
8 min read9 March 2026

What Happens If Oil Hits $100 Again? The Impact on India Economy
Imagine you run a kitchen that needs cooking oil every single day. You buy 85% of your oil from a shop across a bridge. Now, someone has blocked that bridge. The shop is still there, but you can't...
8 min read9 March 2026

India LPG Crisis — Why Cooking Gas Prices Could Spiral Out of Control
If you've tried booking a gas cylinder recently and noticed it's taking longer than usual — or if your parents are talking about saving gas while cooking — you're not alone. India is going through...
8 min read9 March 2026

The Fertiliser Crisis Nobody Saw Coming — How War Could Hit Indian Farmers
You have probably heard that the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran has sent oil prices climbing. But there is another crisis brewing quietly — one that could hit your kitchen more directly than...
7 min read9 March 2026