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Silver price today, Jan 21: Rates jump to Rs 3.20 lakh/kg as Trump’s Greenland-linked tariff threats stoke trade-war fears

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Silver price today, Jan 21: Rates jump to Rs 3.20 lakh/kg as Trump’s Greenland-linked tariff threats stoke trade-war fears

Silver price continues to surge as Trump’s Greenland remarks and tariff threat against eight European nations heightened trade-war fears, triggering a getaway to safe-haven assets.

Crypto market plunges 3.8% as bitcoin slips to $89,329, ethereum down 6.6%

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Crypto market plunges 3.8% as bitcoin slips to $89,329, ethereum down 6.6%

The 3.8% drop has wiped out nearly $1 billion in positions over the past 24 hours, mainly in bitcoin and ethereum

DA hike explained: How transport allowance changes for central government employees if DA is raised to 63% in January

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DA hike explained: How transport allowance changes for central government employees if DA is raised to 63% in January

Central government employees are eagerly awaiting the December 2025 AICPI-IW data release to assess the likely hike in dearness allowance (DA), as well as transport allowance.

Silver hovers near record as Trump tariffs, Greenland remarks lift safe-haven demand

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Silver hovers near record as Trump tariffs, Greenland remarks lift safe-haven demand

Silver price continues to surge as Trump’s Greenland remarks and tariff threat against eight European nations heightened trade-war fears, triggering a getaway to safe-haven assets.

Gold hits record as Trump tariffs, Greenland tensions fuel safe-haven demand

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Gold hits record as Trump tariffs, Greenland tensions fuel safe-haven demand

Trump’s new tariffs, including a 10 percent EU levy, have revived trade worries and clouded the US-India trade deal, while renewed Greenland tensions have further lifted safe-haven demand.

NPS explained: How to choose the best pension fund managers?

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NPS explained: How to choose the best pension fund managers?

Before investing in NPS, make sure your allocation suits your risk tolerance and long-term goals

Bitcoin tests $92,000 support as worries about US regulation, Greenland trigger sell-off

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Bitcoin tests $92,000 support as worries about US regulation, Greenland trigger sell-off

The recent pullback flushed out excess leverage, with nearly $875 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, helping reset positioning and improve market structure, say analysts

Gold slips 1.4% on Comex at $4,680 after record run

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Gold slips 1.4% on Comex at $4,680 after record run

Gold continues to remain a preferred allocation, with any minor profit booking being viewed as a buying opportunity, says analyst.

Silver holds near record high as rising geopolitical risks spur safe-haven demand

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Silver holds near record high as rising geopolitical risks spur safe-haven demand

Silver continues to attract strong speculative interest from both buyers and sellers, leading to sharp and erratic price swings, says analyst.

Silver crosses Rs 3 lakh mark: Should you buy, hold, or sell?

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Silver crosses Rs 3 lakh mark: Should you buy, hold, or sell?

In a historic milestone, silver topped Rs 3 lakh per kg, driven by rising safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions and global macro uncertainty.

Why is bitcoin falling? Prices slip to $92,000 levels amid regulation worries, stronger dollar

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Why is bitcoin falling? Prices slip to $92,000 levels amid regulation worries, stronger dollar

A stronger US dollar and defensive positioning across global markets tend to weigh on crypto inflows, as investors prioritise liquidity and capital preservation, says analyst

Gold price surged to new record levels amid geopolitical tensions and Fed rate cut cheer

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Gold price surged to new record levels amid geopolitical tensions and Fed rate cut cheer

Gold continues to attract premium safe-haven demand as an alternative to the dollar.

Silver climbs to a new high of $94.36 on safe-haven demand, MCX follow suit

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Silver climbs to a new high of $94.36 on safe-haven demand, MCX follow suit

Analysts predict some profitbooking and retracement before prices move higher again.

Women pay digitally, borrow better, default less, and still get less credit and cover, says report

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Women pay digitally, borrow better, default less, and still get less credit and cover, says report

India’s women are driving digital finance, yet they remain underserved in loans, cards and investments despite stronger credit quality, signalling a major BFSI growth opportunity.

Bitcoin down, regulatory uncertainty weighs, $95,000 support in focus

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Bitcoin down, regulatory uncertainty weighs, $95,000 support in focus

Price pulled back toward the $95K region after key regulatory developments in the US weighed on sentiment, says analyst.

Silver's record breaking spree continues amid global uncertainties, sustained demand

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Silver's record breaking spree continues amid global uncertainties, sustained demand

Analysts predict some profitbooking and retracement before prices move higher again.

Gold cools but still hovers near record highs

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Gold cools but still hovers near record highs

Gold pulled back sharply from its record high of $4,650 after the US President Donald Trump refrained from announcing new tariffs on imports of critical minerals, says analyst.

Budget 2026 hopes for LTCG cut to 10%, raise in exemptions, restoration of indexation benefit

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Budget 2026 hopes for LTCG cut to 10%, raise in exemptions, restoration of indexation benefit

Ahead of Budget 2026, investors and tax experts are seeking capital gains reforms, including a cut in LTCG rates to 10 percent, higher exemption limits, uniform holding periods, and restoration of indexation benefits.

Bitcoin briefly crosses $97,000 on favourable US inflation data, regulatory optimism and ETF inflows

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Bitcoin briefly crosses $97,000 on favourable US inflation data, regulatory optimism and ETF inflows

The rally was fuelled by a combination of favourable US inflation data, positive regulatory developments surrounding a crypto bill and positive net inflows in the spot ETF's.

Gold holds near peak levels as Comex trades at $4,603.80 amid global tensions

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Gold holds near peak levels as Comex trades at $4,603.80 amid global tensions

Gold traded with strong positive momentum as geopolitical uncertainty resurfaced after peace talks between the US and Iran were reportedly cancelled, reviving safe-haven demand, says analyst.

Spot silver slides to $88 from yesterday's record high of $93.70/oz; check prices in your city

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Spot silver slides to $88 from yesterday's record high of $93.70/oz; check prices in your city

Safe haven demand, concerns over the independence of the US Federal Reserve, escalating geopolitical tensions and renewed trade uncertainties push up prices

What is Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima?

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What is Paripoorna Mediclaim Ayush Bima?

The health plan for CGHS beneficiaries serves as a complementary option alongside existing plans for central government employees.

Budget 2026: Confused about income tax slabs? Here’s a quick refresher

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Budget 2026: Confused about income tax slabs? Here’s a quick refresher

As India prepares for the Union Budget 2026, here’s a quick run-down of income tax slabs under both old and new regimes— highlighting key differences in rates, exemptions, and deductions for taxpayers to make informed decisions.

Bitcoin nears $96,000 after US CPI shows stable inflation, highest in nearly two months

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Bitcoin nears $96,000 after US CPI shows stable inflation, highest in nearly two months

Over the past week, price action has followed a steady upward path, supported by consistent buying interest and the ability to defend key support zones, says analyst.

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