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    • Apple now makes about 25% of iPhones in India after China pivot

      Apple has accelerated its expansion in India in recent years, bolstered by PM Modi’s production-linked incentives (PLI) aimed at turning the country into the world’s factory. Apple currently assembles all versions of iPhone 17 in India, including the high-end Pro and Pro Max models.

    • Can ignoring asset allocation in new NPS MSF options expose your retirement corpus to shocks?

      Consistently monitoring and adjusting asset allocation and savings until retirement is essential to facilitate a smoother and more secure financial transition into the golden years of your life

    • NPS Tier II Scheme: These funds delivered up to 18% returns

      While opening a Tier I account is mandatory to access NPS, Tier II is best suited for disciplined investors looking for a low-cost, long-term investment avenue alongside their retirement savings.

    • ICICI Pension launches NPS Swasthya Equity Plus under pension regulator sandbox

      This will be the first project under the PFRDA regulatory sandbox and will focus specifically on healthcare

    • Post office monthly income scheme in Feb 2026: Who does it suit and who should skip it

      It looks like a simple “monthly paycheque” product, but it only works well for certain people and certain goals.

    • Union Budget 2026: Renewable energy allocation raised to Rs 32,914.7 crore, PM Surya Ghar gets Rs 22,000 crore

      As reported by Moneycontrol on January 13, the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana received an allocation of Rs 22,000 crore in Budget 2026, up from Rs 20,000 crore in the budget estimates of previous year, marking an increase of Rs 10 percent.

    • Will Atal Pension Yojana payouts be increased in Union Budget 2026?

      The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) was launched on May 9, 2015, with the objective of providing old-age income security to workers in the unorganised sector

    • Scale, innovation and global value chain integration vital for next manufacturing phase: Economic Survey

      The survey also recommends continuing targeted incentive-based industrial policy in strategic sectors through schemes such as the Production Linked Incentive programme

    • ReNew seeks support for capital costs, manufacturing in Union Budget

      PLI push helps ReNew cut China dependence; three-year-old manufacturing arm turns profitable

    • Selling same product across online, offline platforms can kill brands, says Acer India MD

      As India eyes higher value addition, PLI 2.0 must shift focus from assembly to components, Acer India MD Harish Kohli tells Moneycontrol

    • NPS exit made practical: Choosing the annuity that actually works for you

      The big NPS decision is not just how much you withdraw, but what kind of monthly income you are locking in for years.

    • How NPS contributions cut your income tax under both old and new regimes

      Section 80CCD allows taxpayers to claim deductions on amounts they contribute to government-backed pension schemes such as the NPS, UPS and the Atal Pension Scheme.

    • Golden gains day for SGB 2018–19 Series IV investors as RBI opens premature exit; check details

      It is worth noting that the redemption proceeds are paid in cash; no physical gold is delivered.

    • New Year, New Rules: Key banking, salary and tax changes kicking in From January 1, 2026

      From faster credit score updates and stricter PAN-Aadhaar rules to pay commission changes, fuel price revisions and new tax forms, January 1, 2026 brings a host of regulatory shifts that will impact banking, salaries, farmers and household budgets. Here’s what’s changing and why it matters.

    • Battery storage cost down to Rs 2.1 per unit, govt tells Parliament

      Lower battery storage tariffs seen boosting renewable integration; govt outlines global partnerships.

    • Are small savings schemes still worth it for taxpayers in 2025?

      A simple look at whether PPF and other government-backed schemes still deserve space in your portfolio.

    • Rare earth magnet curbs, FTA uncertainty stall govt's ambitious electric car manufacturing scheme

      Asked if the scheme will be revised or the deadline extended, the Ministry of Heavy Industries replied that 'no such proposal is presently under consideration'

    • NPS KYC norms update by PFRDA; digital onboarding enabled for NRIs, OCIs

      The guidelines lay down the KYC process to be followed by the NRI and OCI at PFRDA registered point of presence (PoPs) to obtain and verify the proof of identity and proof of address at the time of subscribing to the NPS.

    • What to expect after switching from NPS to UPS post-deadline of November 30?

      It is not mandatory for central government employees under NPS to choose UPS. Also, only those employees who have completed 10 years of service are eligible for a switch.

    • Rare earth magnet incentive lifts GMDC, other mineral stocks, yet Indian market lacks a true rare-earth play

      The surge in GMDC and other related stocks comes as the government prepares a major incentive scheme for rare earth permanent magnet (REPM) manufacturing. However, no domestic miner is positioned to benefit meaningfully from the rare-earth magnet value chain at this stage.

    • GMDC stock extends rally with 5 percent surge; Sona Comstar also gains on rare earth magnet plans

      The gains in GMDC stock follow improving sentiment around domestic mineral and metals producers after reports the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a major incentive scheme for rare earth permanent magnet (REPM) manufacturing.

    • Income Tax Update: Finance Ministry opens Capital Gains Account Scheme to 19 private banks; check full list

      However, the restriction on rural branches continues, meaning only branches in areas with a population above 10,000 (as per the 2011 Census) can offer the scheme.

    • 8th Central Pay Commission: National Council JCM meet suggests on restoration of old pension scheme, revision of pensions

      The standing committee of the national council – JCM has invited suggestions from all constituent organizations to submit their views for preparation of the memorandum, which is then submitted to the 8th CPC.

    • PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana 21st Installment: Eligibility and benefits

      The Centre-sponsored scheme benefits landholding farmers whose details are seeded in PM KISAN portal, along with bank account details linked with Aadhaar and completing e-KYC, to receive the annual financial assistance of Rs 6,000.

    • Govt’s new Credit Guarantee Scheme may offer up to Rs 50 crore to each eligible exporter, sources say

      It will remain open till March 31, 2026, or until guarantees worth Rs 20,000 crore are issued, with each loan having a tenure of four years, including a one-year moratorium on repayment, sources indicated.

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