Can Indian manufacturers emerge as global disruptors in 2025? – ETCFO

Can Indian manufacturers emerge as global disruptors in 2025? - ETCFO

With many large-scale manufacturers leading the production revolution, smart manufacturing or tech-driven manufacturing has become a disruptive and transformative force. Powered by its manufacturing-first policies, rich natural resources, and skilled workforce, manufacturing in India has enjoyed profitability and resilience. With a strong push from the Indian government and various Production Incentive Link (PIL) Schemes, the … Read more

New Income Tax Rules 2025: Here’s what changes for business trusts, securitisation trusts & investment funds – ETCFO

New Income Tax Rules 2025: Here’s what changes for business trusts, securitisation trusts & investment funds - ETCFO

Representative image The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), under the Ministry of Finance, has introduced new amendments to the Income-tax Rules, 1962, through a new notification on February 24, 2025. These amendments, known as the Income-tax (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2025, have revised compliance deadlines and procedural updates for business trusts, securitisation trusts, and investment … Read more

What is mono diet, and is it even practical?

On a mono diet, you can eat only one type of food per meal or even per day

Times may have changed, but some things remain constant – one of those is managing weight. People in almost every generation have struggled with managing weight. While the intensity may have changed, the woes remain the same. And when people struggle, they are ready to resort to anything and everything that promises to give them … Read more

India’s travel rush has a clear winner—and it’s not airlines

India’s travel rush has a clear winner—and it’s not airlines

Social media has been a game-changer, making trip planning seamless, while mobile phones and high-speed internet have made navigating destinations easier than ever. But beyond technology, there’s also a fundamental shift in mindset—people now prioritise experiences and memories over material wealth. So, how can investors tap into this booming trend? Hotels, airlines, and travel aggregators … Read more

iPhone 17 series launching in 2025? Design changes, A19 processor, camera upgrades and more to expect

iPhone 17 series launching in 2025? Design changes, A19 processor, camera upgrades and more to expect

Apple has just completed its iPhone 16 lineup with the iPhone 16e—being the newest and most affordable iPhone in the lineup. However, while the lineup is still fresh and selling well in markets, rumours around the iPhone 17 series are heating up. The next-gen iPhone is expected to arrive in September, following the traditional launch … Read more

Best place to invest: Why is World Bank bullish on India despite FII sell-off?

Best place to invest: Why is World Bank bullish on India despite FII sell-off?

Dalal Street has been jittery and has seen a nearly 12% correction since it peaked at an all-time high in September last year. The major reason has been the FIIs selling stocks, leading to dampening market investment, but the World Bank thinks the move might not be the right one. The World Bank has said … Read more

Are 150cc-200cc buyers migrating to other segments

Top 10 bikes with most power to weight ratio (1)

India’s two-wheeler industry remains a key player in the automotive sector, with 16.56 million units dispatched by OEMs in the first 10 months of FY2025, reflecting a 10.7 percent year-on-year increase. Motorcycles lead with 63 percent of the market share, followed by scooters at 35 percent, while mopeds also showed some growth. India’s two-wheeler market … Read more

Small-cap funds face a higher liquidity risk, show latest stress test

Small-cap funds face a higher liquidity risk, show latest stress test

This crucial metric for stress tests, as mandated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, indicates higher liquidity risks in the small-cap segment even as investors flock to these stocks, lured by their promise of high returns. According to some experts, a high liquidity risk could also point to the low quality of a fund’s … Read more

Baba Vanga’s Predictions 2025: These Zodiac signs will attract Good Fortune in 2025

Baba Vanga's Predictions 2025: These Zodiac signs will attract Good Fortune in 2025 - The Times of India

Baba Vanga, born in 1911 as Vangeliya Pandeva Dimitrova, Bulgarian mystic and healer is well-known for her purported future-sight. Future technology developments and anything conceivable on Earth are among the forecasts. While some of her forecasts are believed to be startlingly accurate, others are frequently ambiguous and up to personal interpretation. As the year begins, … Read more

One-third of NSE 500 stocks now cheaper than pre-covid valuation – ETCFO

One-third of NSE 500 stocks now cheaper than pre-covid valuation - ETCFO

About a third of NSE 500 stocks are cheaper than their pre-Covid valuations, as measured by price-to-earnings (PE) and price-to-book (P/B) ratios. Following the sharp market correction since October 1, several blue-chip companies are 10-60% below March 2020 levels by these key metrics. They include HDFC Bank, Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India … Read more