Gold jewellery gets costlier as prices surge 54%; shoppers turn to Rs 10,000-Rs 1 lakh diamond pieces, as jewellers use 18-carat, 14-carat and 9-carat gold to make it more accessible

Jewellers are also turning to 18-carat, 14-carat and 9-carat gold. Gold prices have risen sharply from levels seen in last year’s festive season. The sharp hike in gold prices is prompting jewellery buyers to consider diamonds as an alternative, with retailers projecting a 15-20% increase in diamond jewellery sales this festive season.Retailers said the Navratri…

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Tata chief flags challenges in India’s semiconductor push, calls ‘global collaboration a necessity’

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran India has the potential to become a significant player in the global semiconductor supply chain, but investments must be guided by demand, financial viability and the ability to execute projects, Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Tuesday.Chandrasekaran said that semiconductors would be fundamental to the country’s future and meeting…

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Man worked in South Korea and received salary in US dollars in NRE account, income tax department sent notice; ITAT Bangalore sets aside assessment and orders fresh review

On September 23, 2026, the ITAT Bangalore ruled in his favour and granted him relief. (Image for representative purpose only) As a non-resident Indian are you liable to pay tax in India? In one such case, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), Bangalore, has granted relief to an employee who received a tax notice over…

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Tenant claimed landlords withheld Rs 10 lakh security deposit and refused to vacate shop; Delhi High Court rules against him, orders payout for unauthorised stay

When the 2018 rent agreement expired in 2019, the landlords asked the tenant to vacate. (Image for representative purpose only) Whether as a tenant or as a landlord, a proper paper trail is important to avoid disputes in future, and even if they do arise to prove your claim. In a recent ruling, the court…

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Stock Market Today Live Updates: BSE Sensex jumps over 500 points in opening trade, NSE Nifty50 rises above 22,450

Dalal Street began the session in green as crude oil prices eased slightly, though persistent foreign investor outflows and rising retail inflation weigh kept investors cautious. In the previous session, NSE Nifty 50 closed at 22,363.35, while BSE Sensex settled at 72,638.70, with both benchmarks ending lower despite opening gains. Market direction is likely to…

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India’s economic story in fast lane, IMF projects 7% GDP growth for FY26 and FY27

India’s growth story remains strong India’s economy is expected to grow by 7% in both 2026 and 2027, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), keeping the country among the fastest-growing major economies despite growing uncertainties. According to the institution, strong domestic demand, robust services activity and favourable demographic trends are expected to support this…

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