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What a Government Salary Teaches About Frugality, Savings, and Financial Stability

The Fixed Ceiling Is the Whole LessonA Grade B central government employee in India earns somewhere between ₹35,000 and ₹55,000 a month at entry level, with increments that move on a schedule, not on performance. There is no bonus quarter. There is no stock option. The number arrives on the…

Times Life · Aug 31

7 of top 10 firms shed Rs 1.13 lakh cr in m-cap; Airtel, Reliance worst hit

Last week observed a notable decline in market valuations, with seven out of the ten top firms witnessing a reduction of Rs 1.13 lakh crore. The greatest impact was felt by Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries, linked to concerns over global interest rates and geopolitical instability. Nonetheless, there was robust…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Govt achieves 78 pc of FY27 divestment, asset monetisation Budget target in Apr-Aug

The government has achieved about 78% of its ₹80,000-crore FY27 disinvestment and asset monetisation target within five months. It has raised ₹62,124 crore so far, led by a ₹31,515-crore LIC stake sale, while the strategic sale of IDBI Bank remains on the table.

The Economic Times · Aug 28

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Hindustan Copper OFS opens for retail investors. Should you apply in the metals major's offer?

The OFS opened for non-retail investors on August 4, and saw strong participation. It now opens for retail investors today. Investors can participate between 9.15 am and 3.30 pm using the separate OFS window on NSE and BSE. A minimum of 10% of the offer size has been reserved for…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

LIC gets RBI nod to raise stake in HDFC Bank to nearly 10% from 4.11%

Life Insurance Corporation of India received approval from the Reserve Bank of India. This allows LIC to increase its stake in HDFC Bank to 9.99 percent. Currently, LIC holds 4.11 percent of HDFC Bank's total share capital. The approval grants LIC flexibility to raise its investment in the lender. This…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

WaPo story on Adani: Gujarat cops search journalist Ravi Nair’s residences in Kerala and Delhi

On the afternoon of August 17, 2026, officials from the Gujarat police conducted parallel searches at two homes of journalist Ravi Nair in Kerala and Delhi. They seized two of Ravi’s mobile phones from his residence in Kerala. At Ravi’s Delhi residence, law enforcement officials took his son’s laptop, as…

Newslaundry · Aug 17

Mcap of five of top-10 most valued firms erodes by Rs 1 lakh cr; TCS takes biggest hit

Last week witnessed a drastic shift in the market, with five leading Indian firms losing a collective Rs 1 lakh crore in valuation. Tata Consultancy Services faced the brunt, seeing its market cap plummet the most. In contrast, five other companies thrived, experiencing notable valuation gains. Despite this volatility, Reliance…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

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Independence Day 2026: The companies India built for business backbone enter a new chapter

2026 Independence Day: India's public sector, initially built for industrial necessity, is now undergoing a significant transformation. The government is increasingly selling stakes in state-owned companies to raise capital. This shift reflects a changing role from direct ownership to strategic shareholding. Public sector enterprises remain vital in key strategic and…

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Term Insurance vs Endowment Plans: What Every Indian Must Know Before Buying a Policy

The Coverage Gap Nobody Talks About at the Time of PurchaseA 32-year-old earning Rs 12 lakh a year buys an endowment plan with a sum assured of Rs 10 lakh. The premium is Rs 40,000 a year for 20 years. The family feels protected. They are not. Ten lakh rupees…

Times Life · Aug 12

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday

Indian equities declined as rising crude prices and a weaker rupee weighed on sentiment. Sensex fell 388 points and Nifty 112 points, while analysts flagged 24,400 as key support amid geopolitical risks and upcoming inflation data.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide D-Street action on Monday

Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Friday as closing auction sessions caused divergence between Sensex and Nifty. While Sensex fell 456 points, Nifty dropped 65 points. Market sentiment remained cautious amid Middle East tensions and crude oil volatility, though strong SBI earnings provided underlying banking sector support.

The Economic Times · Aug 9

Mcap of four of top-10 most valued firms jumps Rs 1.43 lakh cr; State Bank biggest winner

In a notable surge, four leading Indian corporations experienced an impressive rise in market valuations, totaling Rs 1.43 lakh crore. The State Bank of India led the charge, boosting its valuation by Rs 63,922 crore. Other notable gainers included Reliance Industries, TCS, and Larsen & Toubro, while LIC, Bajaj Finance,…

The Economic Times · Aug 9

LIC gains 3% after Q1 earnings. Here's what Morgan Stanley and Motilal Oswal recommend

LIC shares rose 2.5% after the state-owned insurer reported a 23% year-on-year jump in Q1 standalone net profit to Rs 13,492 crore, while net premium income grew 7% to Rs 1.27 lakh crore. LIC also retained its leadership in the domestic life insurance market, with a 60.1% share of first-year…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Stocks in news: LIC, Trent, AWL Agri Business, SBI, Titan

Indian markets experienced a quiet day of trading on weekly expiry, influenced by varying signals. LIC announced a remarkable 23% increase in its net profit year-on-year, while Trent reported a solid 21% growth in consolidated net profit. PNB Housing is optimistic about its micro-housing loan business aiming for Rs 100…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

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The Economic Times · Aug 6

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday

Indian markets found support from easing crude oil prices and the RBI's stable policy outlook despite range-bound trade. Analysts said Nifty holding above 24,600 keeps bullish momentum intact, with improving earnings expectations and stock-specific buying supporting broader market resilience.

The Economic Times · Aug 6

LIC sees no further government stake sale for 18-24 months, says MD; Q1 profit rises 23%

The government will likely not sell more LIC shares for eighteen to twenty-four months. LIC has until 2032 to meet minimum public shareholding norms. The company recently saw a 6.5 percent stake sale well received by markets. LIC achieved ten percent public float ahead of its May 2027 deadline. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

LIC Q1 Results: Profit rises 23% YoY to Rs 13,492 crore, NPI up 7%

LIC Q1 Results: India's leading insurer Life Insurance Corp (LIC) on Thursday reported a 23% year-on-year (YoY) growth in its standalone net profit at Rs 13,492 crore in the first quarter of FY27, compared with Rs 10,986 crore a year ago.

The Economic Times · Aug 6

LIC shares fall after India’s largest OFS closes with oversubscription on both days

The government raised Rs 31,552 crore through LIC’s record Offer for Sale (OFS), selling a 6.5% stake after exercising the greenshoe option. The issue was oversubscribed, driven by strong retail and institutional demand. The stake sale helped LIC achieve the 10% public shareholding norm ahead of Sebi’s May 2027 deadline,…

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The Economic Times · Aug 6

It's a secret: LIC’s unusually fast $3.3 billion deal kept bankers in dark

LIC OFS: The Indian government raised $3.3 billion by selling additional LIC shares in the country's biggest secondary stock offering after executing a tightly guarded stake sale. Officials kept the launch secret, accelerated the timeline, and expanded the offer following strong institutional demand. The sale lifts LIC's public shareholding to…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

How LIC minted Rs 21,000 crore in mark-to-market gains by betting against AI panic in 3 top IT stocks

LIC gained over Rs 21,000 crore from three top software exporters. This paper profit materialized within thirty-five days after a contrarian investment strategy. The insurer accumulated shares of Infosys, TCS, and HCL Technologies during the June quarter. This move reversed earlier investor pessimism surrounding artificial intelligence disruption fears. The IT…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Stocks in news: PB Fintech, LIC, Trent, Ola Electric, and Cipla

In a day of mixed economic signals, Indian markets displayed notable volatility before settling at a flat close. PB Fintech enjoyed a substantial rise in profits thanks to robust growth in insurance premiums. ONGC is also gearing up to ink deals with Venezuela for managing oil blocks. Simultaneously, Ola Electric…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Thursday

Indian equities ended marginally higher despite sharp swings driven by closing auction session confusion. RBI maintained rates, raised FY27 GDP outlook and lowered inflation forecast. Realty, auto and metal stocks outperformed, while analysts expect Nifty to remain range-bound unless it decisively crosses 24,800.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

LIC OFS gets strong response from retail investors, subscribed 1.82 times the base size

LIC’s retail offer for sale attracted strong investor interest, with the base retail issue subscribed 1.82 times. The government’s 6.5% stake sale follows robust institutional demand and will help the insurer move closer to Sebi’s minimum public shareholding requirement.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Inside LIC’s Rs 16 lakh crore portfolio: Its biggest stock buys and sells in June quarter

Life Insurance Corporation bought shares worth over Rs 16,000 crore in June. Bharti Airtel and Maruti Suzuki saw the largest buying from the insurer. LIC also sold shares worth over Rs 13,000 crore during this period. Its overall market share declined to an all-time low despite net buying. Financial services…

The Economic Times · Aug 5

LIC OFS opens for retail investors: Should you apply in insurance behemoth's offer?

The OFS opened for non-retail investors on August 4, and saw strong participation. The offer was oversubscribed more than 3 times its offer size. It now opens for retail investors today.

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