Deepika Padukone: With a net worth of Rs 500 crore, here's a look into the 'Kalki 2898 AD' actress

Renowned Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, known for her roles in ‘Jawan,’ ‘Fighter,’ and ‘Kalki 2898 AD,’ boasts a net worth of Rs 500 crore. As one of the top taxpayers in the industry, her wealth is fueled by substantial film earnings, diverse brand endorsements, strategic investments, and a notable real estate portfolio.

Why deferred annuity is a strategic investment to secure your future

Annuity plans offered a robust solution for post-retirement financial security. These plans provided a predictable income stream and protected against market volatility. Deferred annuity plans utilized the power of compounding, ensuring nearly double the payouts compared to immediate annuities. Over 75% of working Indians aspired for comfort in retirement, but only 33% actively saved for it.

Rs 3.5 Lakh Net Worth Makes You Richer Than 50% Of The World: Study

To be in the top 10 per cent of the world’s population, you may not need as much money as you think. According to the Credit Suisse Research Institute’s 2018 Global Wealth Report, you don’t even need six figures.A net worth of $93,170 (Rs 77,98,110) is enough to be richer than 90 per cent of people in the world, reports Credit Suisse. The institute defines net worth, or “wealth,” as “the value of financial assets plus real assets (mainly real...

How to earn money on YouTube: A comprehensive guide to monetizing your channel

Elevate your YouTube channel's success by producing top-notch content, fostering viewer engagement, and utilizing analytics for strategic enhancements, leading to increased revenue opportunities and audience growth.

Smart Money | A plan for your lifestyle

Change your mindset to fit your shifting financial needs, rather than trying to fit your lifestyle into rigid rules to realise your financial dreams

Studying in Australia: What is the cost of living in Down Under?

Key cities are in close proximity to prestigious educational institutions.

Back-to-Back Upper Circuit! Logistics Major Hits Upper Price Band After Foreign Fund Buys Stake

Tiger Logistics India Ltd counter has been hitting the upper price band for the last two days. It hit the upper circuit of 5 per cent on Thursday as well as on Friday.

Thailand plans to give $275 cash handouts to 50 million low-income citizens

Thailand plans to spend $13.7 billion giving cash handouts to 50 million people in a bid to stimulate its economy.

US inflation rises moderately in June

The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index nudged up 0.1% last month after being unchanged in May, the Commerce Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis said on Friday. In the 12 months through June, the PCE price index climbed 2.5% after rising 2.6% in May.

Fixed deposits: Can you double your money in 10 years by investing in FDs? Check rates of these 6 banks to find out

The rule of thumb is that longer the tenure, higher the rate of interest. So, when you want to maximise your earnings, you are advised to stay invested for a long period of time.

Packers QB Jordan Love ties record for NFL's highest-paid player with massive contract

Jordan Love's four-year, $220 million contract extension ties him with Joe Burrow and Trevor Lawrence for the title of the NFL's highest-paid player.

THIS NBFC Penny Stock Hit Upper Circuit for Third Consecutive Session

Penny Stocks 2024: ​​​This marks a year-on-year (YoY) increase of 11.20 per cent in total income and a 19.75 per cent rise in total revenue.

2:1 Bonus, 10:1 Stock Split: FMCG Major Sarveshwar Foods to Raise Funds Via Warrants

The company in a regulatory filing informed the exchanges that its board has approved the proposal to raise funds over Rs 24 crore by preferential issue of fully convertible warrants.

Why so many Gen Zers and millennials have 'money dysmorphia' — even if they are financially better off than they realize

A financial therapist said Gen Z and millennials have "pervasive" anxiety about their wealth, even if they're financially secure.

Fake billing scams worth over ₹5K crore unearthed: Cheema

Punjab finance, planning, excise and taxation minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Friday said that an investigation by the state tax department’s enforcement wing has uncovered fake billing scams worth thousands of crores.

Meet Mira Kulkarni: The Entrepreneur Who Turned Rs 2 Lakhs Into A Rs 10,000 Crore Business Empire

In 2000, Mira Kulkarni transformed Ayurveda from a medicinal practice into a luxury brand with Forest Essentials, starting with just Rs. 2 lakhs and two employees. Overcoming sourcing challenges and skepticism, she built a Rs. 10,000 crore empire. Her journey from homemaker to mogul exemplifies resilience and vision.

IREDA Share Strategy: PSU Green Energy stock available at 16% discount over all-time high; BUY?

IREDA Share Strategy: Shares of IREDA has declined significantly from its all-time high of Rs 310, and is now available at a discount of more than 16 per cent from that peak. What should investors do with the PSU Green Energy stock? Is it the right time to buy?

Banks need to focus on their core business: Nirmala Sitharaman

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in an interview with ET has emphasized that banks must refocus on their primary roles of mobilizing deposits and providing loans, especially amid concerns about slowing deposit growth. Sitharaman reiterated the need for banks to prioritize their core functions—mobilizing deposits and lending—while still being free to pursue other activities.

Gold prices fall Rs 5,000/10gm post custom duty cut: What it means for buyers

This price drop has caught the attention of both investors and buyers as the cut in customs duty has made gold imports less expensive.

An economist outsmarted the lottery and won 14 jackpots. He explains the math

In an era where the odds of winning the lottery are akin to being struck by lightning, one man defied the near-impossible. Romanian economist Stefan Mandel, with the backing of a dedicated syndicate and strategic acumen, managed to clinch 14 lottery jackpots across the globe. Mandel's journey began with a fundamental understanding of lottery mechanics. "Theoretically, anybody can buy all the possible combinations. Any high school boy or girl can...

Indexation benefits: FM Sitharaman says you are missing the larger picture behind Budget's big tax change

Certain taxpayers are displeased with the Modi government's removal of indexation benefits on realty sales. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the decision, stating it simplifies taxation and offers a 12.5% LTCG rate without exemptions. While critics argue against it, the government believes the new regime benefits long-term property holders, enhancing market dynamics.

RBI Tells Banks To Hike LCR As Deposits Get Withdrawn Faster | CNBC TV18

The Black Day for Gold: How Rs 10 lakh crore wealth got destroyed in a single day

The pen is known to be mightier than the sword, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proved it in one fell swoop. By announcing a cut in gold customs duty in the Union Budget 2024, gold prices tumbled over five percent, wiping off over Rs 10.7 lakh crore in value in a single day. When compared to the equity markets, this move caused the sixth largest wealth erosion recorded so far. More importantly, the wealth destruction is likely to have...

Telcos pay Rs 1,000 crore for first installment of 5G spectrum

The Department of Telecommunications received over Rs 1,000 crore from Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and Reliance Jio for their 5G spectrum purchases. All three telecom companies opted for annual installments. Airtel made the highest first installment payment, followed by Vodafone Idea, and Reliance Jio. The telcos will receive their allocated frequencies shortly for their new spectrum purchases.

Taxes increased because…: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman opens up on Budget 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is still open to comments and suggestions on the budget, however now the finance bill is the property of Parliament, she says.

Mutual Funds: 5 important factors that you must check before investing

Mutual funds offer a potent avenue for wealth accumulation, but it’s crucial to educate yourself before making investments.

Chandrababu Naidu's white paper shows why Andhra Pradesh's per capita income fell below Telangana's

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Nadu on Friday released a white paper detailing financial irregularities attributed to the previous YSR Congress Party regime. “The debt on the state’s exchequer as on 31.03.2019 was Rs 3,75,295 crore whereas the debt on the state’s exchequer as on 12.06.2024 stands at Rs 9,74,556 crore,” Nadu said the state legislative assembly. According to The Hindu, the white paper suggested that more than 99% of the...

Meet the 10 highest-paid CEOs in India

These CEOs are not only some of the highest-paid professionals in India but also key drivers of their companies' successes, exemplifying the impact of strong leadership in the corporate world.

Nifty 50 Next Week: Mount 25000 in sight for BULLS? Check make-or-break level

Nifty 50 Next Week: On Friday, the tide changed with renewed buying interest in Nifty 50 index. The index witnessed a follow-through buying interest from the previous trading session and made a fresh all-time high of 24,861.15.

6 ways to save tax without making any investment

There are several provisions in the Income Tax Act, 1961, that allow individuals to save tax on expenses incurred by them, even if they have not made any specific investments for tax-saving purposes.

Bitcoin surges 4% to over $67,000 ahead of Trump's speech at Bitcoin Conference in Nashville

At 12:30 am IST, Bitcoin (BTC) was trading 4.3% higher at $67,060, while Ethereum surged over 3% to $3,265. Meanwhile, the global cryptocurrency market cap rallied by 3.53% to around $2.4 trillion in the last 24 hours.

Karnataka man's satire video on how to save 100% income tax is viral

A Karnataka man posted a satirical video, explaining how salaried individuals could save 100 per cent of income tax by "growing and selling grass to their employers".

Nifty 50 August series: PNB to SBI Cards—4 stocks where investors can park their money; Do you own?

Nifty 50 August Series: MGL, PNB, SRF, and SBI Cards are the top picks for the August series, according to Religare Broking. Here's why the brokerage sees the stocks outperforming this month.

Nilesh Shah’s early warning to FM Sitharaman: Don't let gold become the next oil

Veteran investor Nilesh Shah has urged Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to keep a watchful eye on any spurt in India’s gold import bill in the wake of the customs duty cut and rising international prices. Kotak Mahindra AMC's Managing Director and CEO Nilesh Shah shared this early warning with Finance Minister Sitharaman on 26 July at an exclusive Open House hosted by CNBC-TV18. “We (India) are importing about 700 tonnes of gold, which is...

FM Nirmala Sitharaman: Open to feedback on tax changes proposed in Budget 2024, but Finance Bill with Parliament now

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 26 said the government is open to all views and feedback on the proposed tax changes in Budget 2024, but noted that the Finance Bill is now under Parliament’s consideration and she cannot comment on it outside. Sitharaman, during an event, was asked if the government will review the removal of indexation benefit on the sale of real estate assets after several investors and the Opposition raised...

Tata group's market capitalisation surpasses $400 billion, boosted by TCS and Tata Motors

Tata Group became the first Indian conglomerate to race past a combined valuation of $400 billion on Friday. The salt-to-software group has 26 companies listed on the bourses, and they have added a whopping $100 billion over the last year.From June lows, the aggregate market capitalisation of the group has increased by 15.4%, which stood at $401 billion (₹33.6 lakh crore) as of Friday’s close.With a market capitalisation of $190 billion, Tata...

Gold Prices Today: Yellow metal trades higher on low yields after US Fed's preferred inflation gauge lifts rate cut bets

Spot gold was up about 1% to $2,386.99 per ounce by 10:17 a.m. ET (1417 GMT), after hitting its lowest since July 9 on Thursda

Gold futures rise Rs 328 to Rs 67,790 per 10gm

New Delhi, Jul 26 (PTI) Gold prices on Friday rose Rs 328 to Rs 67,790 per 10 grams in futures trade as speculators created fresh positions on a firm spot demand

Britain's King Charles to get $58 Million More Next Year |

Britain's King Charles to get $58 Million More Next Year | Vantage with Palki Sharma Britain's royal family to get millions more in funding next year after the Crown Estate makes windfall gains by leasing sea beds to windmill farms. The sovereign grant given to the British royals by the country's parliament will increase by $58 million in 2025-26. Meanwhile the UK's NHS continues to struggle due to chronic underfunding. --- UK | Britain | King Charles | Wealth | Green Energy | Royal Land | NHS | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #britain #monarchy #kingcharles #wealth #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas.

Your Money: New investor-buyers of homes need to be cautious

Most buyers now will pay substantially more in capital gains tax

Where to invest strategically to achieve high returns that outpace inflation?

Market expectations suggest that several major central banks will start cutting rates this year.

Paytm shares surge 10% to hit upper circuit. Here's why

Shares of One97 Communications Ltd, the parent company of Paytm, surged by 10% to reach the upper circuit limit.

SC to examine illegal money lending business by people with "Shylockian attitude"

New Delhi, Jul 26 (PTI) The Supreme Court has decided to examine and lay down law to check unlicensed money lending business in India for rescuing hapless borrowers who are driven into a debt trap by moneylenders having "Shylockian attitude"

Bank credit continues to outpace deposit growth

MUMBAI: The annual increase in bank credit continues to outpace deposit growth by a high margin even after the base effect created by the merger of HDFC with HDFC Bank dissipated post-merger. According to data released by RBI, bank credit grew by 14% year on year as of July 12 while deposit growth for the same period was 11.3%.RBI data shows that c...

India Gold, Silver Prices Fall Nearly 5% On Budget Day Following A Cut In Basic Custom Duty

Paytm shares surge 10% after government approval for payments arm investment

Paytm share sugre: Beleaguered fintech major Paytm's parent One97 Communications witnessed a significant boost in its share price, surging 10 per cent to an intraday high of Rs 509.05 apiece on the NSE, following news of government approval for a crucial investment in its subsidiary, Paytm Payment Services. This approval, confirmed by Financial Ser...

Stock market today: Dow soars 654 points as traders celebrate inflation data

Stocks snapped a three-day streak of losses after June's inflation data came in line with expectations.

Kapil Sibal Presents 'Hard Facts' To Modi Govt In Rajya Sabha: '83% Of Indian Youth Is Unemployed'

New Delhi, July 26 -- Kapil Sibal takes the government to task over India's growing unemployment crisis and inadequate educational policies. Highlighting alarming statistics, Sibal reveals that 80% of Indian youth are unemployed, with most stuck in the unorganized sector. He warns that despite the critical need for AI to maintain industry competitiveness, the very sectors providing maximum employment may no longer do so. Sibal also criticizes the government for failing to allocate the promised 42% of resources to states, instead providing only 32%.

ITC to invest 20,000cr in next 5 years

KOLKATA: Sanjiv Puri-led diversified conglomerate ITC plans to invest Rs 20,000 crore in various sectors in the next five years. The maximum investment will be in the FMCG business, followed by paper board and packaging and other sectors.ITC is also introducing a new brand for health and wellness sector called Right Shift. After the company's AGM, ...

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