Small-Cap Mutual Funds See 2025 Slump, FDs Offer Stability
India's small-cap mutual funds underperformed in 2025, with only one fund in the green. Discover the top long-term performers and why bank FDs remain a safe anchor for portfolios.
India's small-cap mutual funds underperformed in 2025, with only one fund in the green. Discover the top long-term performers and why bank FDs remain a safe anchor for portfolios.
New research warns prolonged earphone use could harm brain's ability to focus and process sound by 2026. Learn the risks and how to protect your hearing health.
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth erupted at Rep. Pete Aguilar during a House hearing on the controversial LA National Guard deployment. Watch the explosive exchange.
Over 150 voters from Kolkata's Ballygunge allege harassment after waiting 4-5 hours in SIR hearings to prove they are not outsiders. Residents, some living for generations, call the process a nightmare. Read more.
Emkay Global forecasts Nifty 50 at 29,000 in 12 months, offering double-digit returns. Mid & small-caps set to outperform with selective stock-picking. Read the full analysis.
Planning for a goal 5-7 years away? Experts reveal the ideal mix of large-cap, flexi-cap funds, debt, and gold for a balanced, medium-term mutual fund portfolio. Learn how to diversify.
From traffic to concerts, chronic noise harms health. We test Loop Switch 2 (₹4,999) and Sennheiser SoundProtex Plus (₹2,990) earplugs to find the best protection for Indian cities. Discover why reusable gear beats disposables.
Pradeep Gupta of Anand Rathi predicts 2026 will see earnings-led Nifty growth. He advises selectivity in mid & small-caps and highlights domestic cyclicals. Read his full outlook.
Flexi-cap mutual funds attract 28.7% of equity inflows from May-Nov 2025. Experts debate if their flexibility beats multi-cap's discipline for true diversification. Read analysis.
Samsung's 32-inch Smart LED TV is now available for an incredible price of Rs. 13,990. Find out where to buy this feature-packed television and upgrade your home entertainment today!
Despite a surge in retail investors, 2025 proved underwhelming for Indian equities. Discover why large-cap indices like Nifty 50 delivered better returns than mid and small-caps, and how global events shaped the market.
A team of six healthcare workers at a Kolhapur PHC successfully delivered a baby for a hearing and speech-impaired woman using gestures and clinical analysis. Read this inspiring story of inclusive healthcare.
Kolkata's Election Commission issues hearing notices to unmapped voters via a new BLO app feature. Process starts Dec 27, with nearly 10 lakh notices already generated. Details inside.
Kotak Mahindra AMC MD Nilesh Shah advises moderate return expectations from Indian equities in 2026, highlighting selective sectors. He discusses rupee, FIIs, and a unique Budget 2026 solution.
The triumphant Indian blind women's cricket team, fresh from their T20 World Cup victory in South Africa, visited the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai for a celebratory felicitation ceremony.
PGIMER's innovative Braille-embedded ocular prosthesis helps a visually impaired child gain independence, winning first prize at a national conference. Discover this groundbreaking patient-centric solution.
A Mumbai court convicts a former principal and teacher for assaulting speech & hearing-impaired girls. Expert sign language interpretation proved crucial. Read the full report.
President Droupadi Murmu felicitated Tamanna, a visually-impaired Class 12 student, for her academic excellence. Discover her inspiring journey and the recognition at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear SAD leader Bikram Singh Majithia's plea for bail in a drugs case. The hearing is scheduled for July 15. Read the latest legal developments.
Indian equity benchmarks halted a four-day decline, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 closing higher. Mid-cap and small-cap indices jumped over 1%. Discover the 10 key market highlights.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced that one or two Supreme Court benches may sit on December 22 to hear urgent cases. The registry will verify the urgency before listing. Read for details.
Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar met the triumphant Indian women's blind cricket team, calling them history-makers who have inspired a generation. Read about their incredible journey.
Radhavi Deshpande, CIO of Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance, shares a positive outlook for Indian equities. She highlights stabilising earnings, domestic liquidity, and a potential rebound in small-caps. Read her key market triggers for 2026.
Seers Fund Management's CIO Chander Bhatia forecasts a positive market trajectory, with large-caps growing 10-11% and mid/small-caps 13-15% CAGR over 3-4 years. He identifies key sectors for investment.
Muskan Negi, an Election Commission Youth Icon, creates history as Himachal Pradesh's first fully visually impaired woman to earn a PhD. Discover her inspiring journey of determination.
Air India caps domestic economy fares after government directive. Action follows IndiGo flight cancellations and skyrocketing airfares. Details inside.
Bengaluru's BMTC wins an award for its 'Onboard' system, designed to assist visually impaired passengers with bus arrivals, boarding, and route guidance. Read about this inclusive innovation.
The Institute for the Blind in Chandigarh's Sector 26 kicked off its annual sports meet at Sector 7 Complex. 168 athletes are competing across 30 events, with Sports Director Saurabh Kumar Arora promising upgraded facilities.
Chess streamer Andrea Botez shares a shocking health update about losing hearing in her left ear. Doctors give a 1/3 chance of full recovery. Read her urgent warning to fans.