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BofA Securities analyses the rupee’s decline against the US dollar, its REER implications, and potential effects on India’s trade, inflation, and capital flows, with an expected moderation in 2026 amid policy and market dynamics.
The article examines the surge in silver prices driven by geopolitical and economic uncertainty, heightened investor demand, and a rising gold-silver ratio. It highlights supply tightness, the role of policy expectations, and the potential for continued gains as markets seek diversification into precious metals.
In India, PAN is mandatory for any gold purchase transaction valued at ₹2 lakh or more, regardless of the payment method. For cash transactions, the limit is strictly capped at ₹2 lakh per day, per person, or per transaction related to a single event.
IRCTC has introduced a new system on premium trains like Rajdhani and Vande Bharat to tackle passenger complaints about overcharging on food and amenities. Vendors now wear uniforms with printed helpline numbers and carry special cards featuring two QR codes: one for accessing authorized price lists of food and beverages, and another for digital payments
பிஎஸ்பிடிஏ (BSBDA) என்று சுருக்கமாக அழைக்கப்படும் பேசிக் சேவிங் பேங்க் டெபாசிட் அக்கவுண்ட் (Basic Savings Bank Deposit Account) மற்றும் சேவிங் பேங்க் அக்கவுண்ட் வைத்திருப்பவர்களுக்கான புதிய விதிகள் 2026ஆம் ஆண்டு ஏப்ரல் 1ஆம் தேதி முதல் அமலுக்கு வருகின்றன | Every Bank Customers Need to Know This 7 Changes Before April 1 2026 What is Basic Savings Account
Kotak Institutional Equities advises Indian households against gold jewelry as an investment due to high making charges, lower returns of 10.3% from FY2011 to H1 FY2026, compared to 12.5% for gold prices. Financial gold like ETFs, coins, and bars offers better efficiency, transparency, and liquidity without these drawbacks.
Indian stocks plunged sharply on Dec 9, 2025, with Sensex tumbling over 700 points to below 84,400 and Nifty sliding 200+ points under 25,750 early trade, extending Monday’s 610-point rout. Fragile risk appetite stems from Fed rate cut nerves (90% odds for 25 bps but hawkish fears), Asian market weakness, FII outflows (₹656 cr sell-off), Nifty expiry volatility, and rupee at 90.15. Mid/smallcaps b
After staying flat on Monday, spot gold slipped to $4,195–$4,201 on Tuesday morning as markets await Wednesday’s Fed meeting with 90% chance of a 25 bps cut but fear a hawkish tone. In India, the sudden dip translated into a sharp Rs.4,400 fall in 22-carat jewellery gold prices, creating the biggest buying opportunity in weeks for wedding and investment buyers before an expected post-rate-cut rall
In a significant move, Tamil Nadu has waived the need for collateral on small loans to make credit more accessible to low-income borrowers and women-led enterprises. Under the new rules, borrowers seeking loans below Rs 4 lakh from registered moneylenders will no longer need to pledge assets or provide security. For members of self-help groups (SHGs), the collateral-free limit goes up to Rs 10 lak
The International Cricket Council (ICC) launched a new bidding process for India’s media rights covering 2026-29, targeting $2.4 billion, after JioStar signaled withdrawal from its existing $3 billion deal valid through 2027.
