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Health insurance premiums hit Rs.1.17 lakh crore in FY25; GST removal boosts life insurance demand significantly

New Delhi, March 31 -- India's insurance sector is witnessing a major shift. Health insurance premiums have crossed Rs.1.17 lakh crore* in FY25, reflecting strong and reliable growth across the indust... Read More


Punjab tops national school survey, education budget up 52% in four years: CM Bhagwant Mann

New Delhi, March 31 -- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said the state's school education system has undergone a "structural transformation" over the past four years, citing top rankings ... Read More


What Happens If You Miss a Gold Loan Payment - And How to Avoid It

New Delhi, March 31 -- Gold loans are a way to access funds without selling gold jewellery. However, timely repayment is important to avoid additional costs and potential risks to a pledged asset. Mis... Read More


Beyond mutual funds: Why bonds deserve a bigger role in Indian portfolios

New Delhi, March 30 -- SEBI's new bond investor awareness campaign, 'Bonds - Ek Sashakt Bandhan', feels familiar. It recalls the 'Mutual Funds Sahi Hai' push that changed how Indians approached invest... Read More


A simple guide to picking the right Mutual Fund

New Delhi, March 30 -- The Indian mutual fund industry has seen a massive surge in popularity. As of February 28, 2026, the total Assets Under Management (AUM) reached Rs.82.03 lakh crore. To put this... Read More


Punjab adds 109 Aam Aadmi Clinics, taking total network to 990

New Delhi, March 30 -- Punjab on March 28 launched 109 new Aam Aadmi Clinics in Fatehgarh Sahib, taking the total number of such centres in the state to 990. The rollout was announced in the presence ... Read More


Punjab flags fuel and fertiliser needs ahead of wheat harvest

New Delhi, March 30 -- Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday asked the Union government to ensure uninterrupted supplies of petrol, diesel and DAP fertiliser ahead of the wheat harvest... Read More


Bond Yields Are Surging: 4 Forces Behind the Move and How to Position in 2026

New Delhi, March 30 -- With the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield now around 4.4% and volatility elevated, investors are again facing a familiar question: should they defend against further bond price losse... Read More


Punjab's health insurance scheme covers Rs.4 lakh cardiac surgery in emergency case

New Delhi, March 27 -- Punjab's Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna enabled a Rs.4 lakh emergency cardiac surgery for a 37-year-old patient, underscoring the scheme's role in financing high-cost treatments and re... Read More


Recovery stories highlight rehabilitation push under Punjab's anti-drug campaign

New Delhi, March 27 -- Personal recovery stories emerging from across Punjab are highlighting a shift in the state government's anti-drug strategy, with a growing focus on rehabilitation and reintegra... Read More