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LIC’s ‘New Jeevan Sathi’ joint life plan for couples, check benefits and other details | Personal-finance
26
May
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LIC’s ‘New Jeevan Sathi’ joint life plan for couples, check benefits and other details | Personal-finance

New Delhi: The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has introduced two new joint life insurance savings plans for married couples - LIC's New Jeevan Sathi Single Premium and LIC's New Jeevan Sathi Limited Premium. These plans are designed for couples who want both financial security and long-term savings under a single policy. These are "non-par" and "non-linked" plans, meaning they have no connection to the stock market, and their returns and benefits are pre-determined. LIC's New Jeevan Sathi (Single Premium) This is a 'one-time investment' plan, meaning you pay the premium only once. Features of LIC's New Jeevan Sathi…
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Bakrid Bank Holiday 2026: Are banks closed on May 27 or May 27 for Id-ul-Zuha? Check state-wise list | Personal-finance
26
May
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Bakrid Bank Holiday 2026: Are banks closed on May 27 or May 27 for Id-ul-Zuha? Check state-wise list | Personal-finance

New Delhi: Banks will remain closed on May 27 and May 28 in many parts of India for Bakrid (also known as Id-ul-Zuha or Eid-Ul-Adha or Bakri Eid). Id-ul-Zuha is one of the most important Islamic festivals. The festival is observed every year on the 10th day of Zil Hajj, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and arrives during the same period as the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. The festival will be celebrated on different dates in different states and cities, resulting in different bank holidays across the country. However, banks will remain closed on both days…
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FMCG stock in focus as company’s net profit surges 88%, check share price and other details | Markets
26
May
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FMCG stock in focus as company’s net profit surges 88%, check share price and other details | Markets

Mumbai: Shares of frozen meat and agricultural product exporter HMA Agro Industries are in focus as the company has announced its January-March quarter results. In its latest exchange filing, the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 8.22 crore and operational revenue of Rs 1,579.09 crore for the March 2026 quarter. On a standalone basis, the net profit of the company for FY26 was Rs 127.10 crore, compared to Rs 60.17 crore in the previous year. Standalone operating income increased to Rs 6,768.91 crore. Standalone net profit for the fourth quarter was Rs 19.21 crore, and revenue was Rs…
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Final Dividend: Retail stock in focus as company declares cash payout, check details here | Markets
26
May
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Final Dividend: Retail stock in focus as company declares cash payout, check details here | Markets

Mumbai: Shares of speciality retail company Bhatia Communications & Retail (India) Ltd are in focus after the company announced a dividend alongside its Q4 results. The company has registered an increase in its profit along with operating income. However, the company has not yet announced a record date to determine the eligibility of shareholders for this corporate action. "The Company shall inform the Stock Exchange(s) in due course about the date of AGM for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 and record date for the purpose of entitlement of final dividend, once approved by shareholders," the company said in…
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India, US sign bilateral framework on securing supply of critical minerals and rare earths | Markets
26
May
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India, US sign bilateral framework on securing supply of critical minerals and rare earths | Markets

New Delhi: India and the United States on Tuesday signed a bilateral framework aimed at securing the supply, mining, and processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements. The announcement was made byย  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. "We are today signing a bilateral India-US framework on securing supplies of mining and processing of critical minerals and rare earths," he said. Commenting on this, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he's glad both countries were able to sign this, as it providesย a tangible example of the strategic partnership between the United States and India. "I have spoken often during…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex falls 264 points, Nifty holds 24,000 as oil prices move up post new US strikes | Markets
26
May
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex falls 264 points, Nifty holds 24,000 as oil prices move up post new US strikes | Markets

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened lower on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, as crude oil prices moved higher after reports of US strikes on an Iranian site dampened peace deal optimism. While the 30-share BSE Sensex fell 264.82 points or 0.34 per cent to start the session at 76,224.14, the Nifty shed 27.6 points to open at 24,004.10. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 76,488.96 and the Nifty 50 at 24,031.70.ย Similarly, the broader indices traded mixed in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index was down by 6.32 points, the BSE…
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After petrol and diesel, CNG prices hiked again, to cost Rs 83.09 per kg in Delhi after Rs 2 hike | Business
26
May
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After petrol and diesel, CNG prices hiked again, to cost Rs 83.09 per kg in Delhi after Rs 2 hike | Business

New Delhi: The Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices in Delhi have been increased by Rs 2 per kg on Tuesday, marking a fresh increase in fuel prices for consumers across the national capital. After the CNG price hike, it will cost Rs 83.09 per kg in Delhi.ย  Notably, the CNG prices were previously revised on Saturday, May 23, when Indraprastha Gas Ltd. (IGL) reportedly hiked prices by Rs 1. In last 10 days, CNG prices have been repeatedly increased In the last 10 days, CNG prices have been repeatedly increased as the city gas distributors continue to grapple with mounting…
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Post Office FD interest rate: Deposit Rs 2,00,022 and get guaranteed fixed interest of Rs 90,000 | Personal-finance
25
May
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Post Office FD interest rate: Deposit Rs 2,00,022 and get guaranteed fixed interest of Rs 90,000 | Personal-finance

New Delhi: Post Office savings schemes have long been the most trusted savings scheme for the common man. Even today, in the age of the stock market and mutual funds, millions of people across the country deposit their hard-earned money in the post office so they can get it back on time with a fixed, guaranteed return. The Post Office operates directly under the Central Government, and therefore, every penny you deposit in the post office is not only completely safe, but you also get a fixed and guaranteed return on it. Here we will learn how you can earn…
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