Rupee fall and RBI intervention are again being discussed after the rupee touched a low of 96.96 against the U.S. dollar. Later, it recovered near 95.23, helped by lower crude oil prices and likely support from the Reserve Bank of India through state-run banks. Many investors are asking one simple question: If RBI has dollar…
Imagine you’re sailing, and dark clouds appear, waves toss the deck, but the hull is strong. That’s what we’re seeing now, a temporary disturbance, not a sinking ship. That’s the U.S.–India tariff noise right now: choppy weather, not a hole in the boat. What’s Happening? Some Indian goods are facing higher import duties abroad. There’s…
You may have seen recent headlines about the U.S. imposing new tariffs on Indian exports. On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 26% “reciprocal tariff” on goods from India, effective April 9. While this marks a significant development in global trade, we’re here to help you understand what it really means for India…
The rupee rose by 12 paise to 86.25 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday (20/03/2025), supported by strong domestic equities and a weaker US dollar in the global market. While this may sound like a technical market update, it actually has real implications for your personal finances and long-term wealth creation. Let’s…
For years, banks have been the traditional gatekeepers of loans, offering funds for everything from buying a home or car to pursuing higher education. Yet, anyone who has ever applied for a loan knows the experience can be a mixed bag—stringent scrutiny, endless paperwork, and the looming possibility of rejection. Imagine needing a loan, only…
The Union Budget 2024, announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has brought several significant changes to personal finance, particularly in income tax slabs, standard deductions, and capital gains tax. 1. New Income Tax Slabs for FY 2024-25 (New Tax Regime) These changes aim to provide more disposable income to the middle class and encourage the…
The results are out for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. This could probably be the biggest event of the year. Against the exit poll projection of 360–400 seats for the BJP-led NDA and upwards of 320 for the BJP alone, the final tally is more like 292 for the NDA and 240 for the BJP….