Hit hard by elevated property prices and state elections in some states, housing sales dipped across India’s top cities in Q4 of 2024; however, one city could still defy the trend. Was it Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Delhi-NCR, or any other city? The latest report by PropTiger.com states that housing sales in India’s 8 prime residential
Like several other industries, the insurance sector has high expectations from the upcoming Union Budget 2025–26. Insurance sector stakeholders, including middle-class taxpayers, are hopeful that FM Nirmala Sitharaman will announce some tax relief measures, like higher 80D deductions and a GST cut on health insurance, on February 1, when she presents the Modi 3.0 government’s
Fluctuations are a law of nature, affecting everything from everyday lives to larger industries like real estate. This principle has been particularly evident in the real estate sector during 2024. After the COVID-19 pandemic, as conditions began to normalize in 2022, both investors and end-users started actively buying properties. This enthusiasm extended into 2023 as
Pension guidelines: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) recently came out with a uniform procedure to simplify the process of updating names and dates of birth in Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) for retired personnel and their dependents. This comes following recommendations from a Tri-Service Committee led by the Additional Director General of Military Personnel (Policy &
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recently announced EPFO 3.0, a game-changing upgrade that will ensure some major changes in the way the retirement fund body delivers it services to over 7 crore members. Confirming EPFO 3.0 roll out by June this year, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently said this upgraded system will improve efficiency
The recent devastating fires in Los Angeles have underscored the importance of having the right fire insurance for homeowners. As communities rebuild and recover, it’s a reminder that preparation is key when protecting one’s property. Understanding your insurance options can make all the difference with the potential for environmental factors like drought and high winds
With equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty plunging more than 10% from their peaks in September last year, it’s natural for mutual fund investors — especially those investing through the SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) route — to question whether they should continue their investments. Market volatility often creates anxiety among SIP investors, even when they are
Driven by shifting buyer preferences post the pandemic and a surge in interest from NRIs, the demand for luxury housing is soaring like never before. However, which of India’s top cities – including Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Hyderabad – has witnessed the most significant growth in premium homes? The findings of CBRE South Asia Pvt Ltd’s
Citi has initiated coverage on Aadhar Housing Finance (AHFL) with a target price of Rs 565, this is an upside of over 42% from the closing price of January 15. The brokerage firm expects that the company will deliver a net profit growth of 22% over FY24-27. It is counting on a 21% compounded growth
Gold and silver prices are something many people keep an eye on, whether they’re buying jewelry, investing, or just curious about market trends. In India, these prices tend to change daily and are influenced by factors like global market movements, the strength of the rupee against the dollar, and demand during festivals and wedding seasons.
Go to Live UpdatesHDFC Bank Share Price Today Live Updates, 22 Jan, 2025: The HDFC Bank share is in news and the counter closed trade on 21 Jan, 2025 at Rs 1641.75. The shares touched intraday high of Rs 1660.45 in the last trading session while the intraday low was at Rs 1632.75. The company’s
Indian markets are likely to open on a higher note on Wednesday, January 22. As per the early trends, GIFT Nifty was trading 22.50 points or 0.10% higher at 23,139.50. This indicates a potentially positive opening for key domestic indices, including the NSE Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex. Sensex and Nifty end in red on
By Madhvendra There’s a company that plays a role in your everyday life, even if you’ve never heard its name. From helping you get a PAN card to enabling smooth digital transactions, it works quietly behind the scenes to power India’s digital infrastructure. In this note, we dive into Protean eGov Technologies—its business model, financial
