Every year, confusion around Eid dates spreads quickly—especially online—because people expect a fixed calendar date. But Eid doesn’t work like that. Its timing depends entirely on the sighting of the crescent moon, which is confirmed only a few hours before the festival begins. For 2026, there are already expected dates based on the lunar cycle, … Read more
Several parts of India are recording unusually high temperatures early in March, with some cities touching or approaching 40°C. According to observations linked to the India Meteorological Department, this spike is due to a combination of clear skies, dry winds, and absence of cooling weather systems. When cloud cover is low and dry heat builds … Read more
A swell surge alert is issued when long-period ocean waves, generated far from the coastline, travel toward shore and create sudden high wave activity. In India, such alerts are issued by INCOIS (Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services) to warn coastal regions like Lakshadweep, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. These surges are not … Read more
Several regions in India, including parts of Kerala, are experiencing high UV index levels ranging between 8 and 10. This level is classified as “very high” risk, meaning unprotected exposure to sunlight can cause skin and eye damage within a short time. Unlike heatwaves, UV radiation is invisible but equally harmful, making awareness and protection … Read more
Crude oil prices crossing the $100 per barrel mark often trigger immediate reactions across global financial markets and economies. For India, which imports nearly 85% of its crude oil requirements, a sharp rise in oil prices can significantly affect fuel costs, inflation levels, currency stability, and government finances. Oil prices are primarily influenced by global … Read more
The Nifty 50 index represents the performance of the top 50 companies listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and serves as one of the most important indicators of the Indian equity market. Traders, institutional investors, and analysts closely track the Nifty throughout the trading session because it reflects sector momentum, liquidity flows, and investor … Read more
Stock markets sometimes behave in ways that seem contradictory to global news. Even during periods of geopolitical tensions or economic uncertainty, markets can rise if investors see strong domestic fundamentals, positive institutional flows, or sectoral momentum. In India, the stock market is mainly represented by two benchmark indices — BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50. … Read more
The BSE Sensex, India’s benchmark equity index, tracks the performance of 30 large-cap companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Market participants closely watch the index every trading session because it reflects the broader sentiment of institutional investors, global fund flows, and sectoral movements in the Indian economy. Daily movements in the Sensex are … Read more
Before filing an Income Tax Return (ITR), taxpayers in India are advised to review both Form 26AS and the Annual Information Statement (AIS). These documents help verify income records, tax deductions, and financial transactions reported to the Income Tax Department of India. Although both documents contain tax-related information, they serve slightly different purposes. Understanding the … Read more
Filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) on time is one of the most important financial responsibilities for taxpayers in India. The filing deadline is announced every year by the Income Tax Department of India, and missing this deadline can result in penalties, interest charges, or restrictions on claiming refunds. The ITR filing deadline applies to … Read more