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Mint Explainer | Why isn't quick fashion working?

Klydo's shutdown makes it the second quick-fashion startup to fold in under a year, exposing why the ultra-fast delivery model that worked for groceries hasn't translated to apparel. 

8 Jul 2026 5:07 pm
Top India debt arranger Axis Bank loses three senior executives

Anil Agarwal, president and group head of institutional clients coverage, Vikas Shinde, who once headed the debt capital market team, and Jimmy Tavadia, group head of trading, have resigned from Axis Bank

8 Jul 2026 4:44 pm
Microsoft layoff: Employees offered up to 39 weeks' pay, stock vesting; here's who gets what

Microsoft announced layoffs affecting 4,800 employees, offering severance packages up to 39 weeks' pay. Compensation varies by employee level, with options for continued stock vesting and health insurance. The cuts aim to streamline costs amid significant AI investments.

8 Jul 2026 4:33 pm
EPFO system upgrade: Your PF claim may be delayed after latest update Here's how long it will take

The EPFO informs users that claim processing may be delayed due to a recent database consolidation and software upgrade. Services are restored but will be handled in phases. Details here.

8 Jul 2026 4:05 pm
MobiKwik CFO Taku calls for MDR on UPI transactions

Upasana Taku said that while the industry supports the government's financial inclusion goals, the absence of merchant discount rate means payment firms and banks continue to bear the cost of processing transactions without any revenue, even as large listed firms benefit from the zero-fee regime.

8 Jul 2026 3:29 pm
EPF Scheme 2026: Who can withdraw their entire EPF corpus? Check all 7 cases

The EPF Scheme, 2026 allows members to withdraw their entire provident fund balance only under specified circumstances. Here's a detailed guide to the seven eligible situations and the key changes from the earlier rules.

8 Jul 2026 3:24 pm
India's payments revolution must now cross borders

The solution is not to resist innovations in payment protocols, but rather to ensure that innovation remains connected and interoperable.

8 Jul 2026 3:04 pm
EPF Scheme 2026: Can employers cap EPF contribution at 1,800? Here's what the law says

Labour Law Reporter emphasizes that while 1,800 is the default PF contribution, employers must have legal grounds to reduce contributions beyond this amount. Employee protections against wage reductions remain vital under the Social Security Code.

8 Jul 2026 3:04 pm
Will Meta's cloud debut heat up the Ambani-Adani rivalry? Heres whats going on in the data arena

Data moves made by both leaders signal fierce competition ahead. With one partnering with Google and the other with Meta, this contest will be neck and neck. Here's what India stands to win.

8 Jul 2026 3:00 pm
What is a soft credit inquiry? Meaning, benefits and why it does not affect your credit score | Explained

A soft credit inquiry allows individuals and financial institutions to review credit information without affecting credit scores. Here's how soft checks work, their impact, and how they differ from hard inquiries.

8 Jul 2026 2:49 pm
Tata Steel Netherlands summoned by Dutch prosecutors over pollution violations

Dutch prosecutors suspect Tata Steel of multiple criminal offence, including unlawful release of harmful substances into the air, failing in its duty of care by carrying out insufficient maintenance

8 Jul 2026 2:01 pm
Income Tax Department releases Excel utility for ITR-5 for FY 2025-26. What is it for and other details

The Income Tax (I-T) department has released an Excel utility for ITR-5, enabling taxpayers to file their return for the assessment year 2026-27. 

8 Jul 2026 1:52 pm
Foreign assets, bank account or overseas income? Why resident taxpayers must file ITR-2 before the 31 July deadline

Residents with foreign assets or overseas income must file ITR-2 instead of ITR-1 before 31 July. Check who needs to file, mandatory disclosure schedules, penalties for non-compliance and steps to ensure accurate tax filing and avoid legal issues.

8 Jul 2026 1:39 pm
Nuvama-Cushman's maiden fund raises 4000 cr, readies for second fund

Nuvama and Cushman & Wakefield's joint venture NCW has closed its maiden 4,000 crore office-focused real estate fund, 33% above its original target, on strong domestic investor demand. 

8 Jul 2026 12:38 pm
Children's schooling has swung from one dogma to another: heres what to watch out for

Learning by doing is an example of a theory that hardened into a practice yielding dismal results. Effective teaching comes not from the perfect application of a particular doctrine, but from judgementdiscerning what a child needs.

8 Jul 2026 12:01 pm
TCS Q1 preview: CEO Krithivasan's toughest earnings test yet

TCS reported its first revenue decline last fiscal year and three quarterly revenue contractions over the past eight quarters, amid mounting concerns over AI-led disruption and slowing client spending.

8 Jul 2026 10:52 am
Google will set up more AI data centres in India as demand grows, says cloud business CEO Thomas Kurian

A multi-year capital expansion plan will follow the $15-billion investment in Andhra Pradesh announced last October, Thomas Kurian, chief executive of Google Cloud, told Mint.

8 Jul 2026 6:00 am
Kedaara may lead race to acquire stake in Olive PharmaScience

The deal may value Olive PharmaScience at around 4,500 crore.

8 Jul 2026 6:00 am
Rapido has more users than Uber and Ola. And Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto, Blinkit

Rapido averaged 82 million monthly active users between March and May, up 67% year-on-year. That put it ahead of Uber (39 million), Ola (27 million), Blinkit (79 million), Swiggy (67 million) and Zomato (63 million).

8 Jul 2026 6:00 am
New GIC Re chief banks on AI, resilience for next growth phase

The state-owned reinsurer is building 'Ragini', a private AI assistant, to capture underwriting expertise before it walks out the door. New chairman and managing director Hitesh Joshi talks to Mint about AI, portfolio rebalancing and the push for an 'A' rating.

8 Jul 2026 6:00 am
After nearly a decade of decline, DXC lays out a turnaround plan

DXCs management on Tuesday outlined a turnaround strategy at a media briefing held alongside the inauguration of a new office in Bengaluru.

8 Jul 2026 5:55 am
DoT weighs Isro's concerns as telcos push for faster WiFi

India's next WiFi upgrade faces a regulatory test. The telecom department is weighing operators' demand for high-power use of the 6 GHz band against Isro's concerns over satellite interference, a decision that could influence the future of wireless broadband expansion.

8 Jul 2026 5:30 am
ITR filings move at a slow pace as deadline nears: Expert explains why an extension beyond 31 July is unlikely this year

With the July 31 deadline approaching, only a small percentage of taxpayers have filed their returns. Cleartax CEO Archit Gupta warns against assuming an extension this year, as slower filing rates could lead to increased pressure before the due date.

7 Jul 2026 11:16 pm
Inspira Global completes 2,235-crore Restaurant Brands Asia acquisition

The deal gives Inspira control of Burger King India and Indonesia operations of Burger King and Popeyes, as consolidation gathers pace in the QSR industry.

7 Jul 2026 11:04 pm
Meta says child abuse horrific crime, details fight against CSAM ads on Instagram after govt notice

Meta breaks its silence on Instagram CSAM ad row, detailing AI tools and account removals after MeitY's notice and a BBC investigation.

7 Jul 2026 10:56 pm
Income-Tax Returns: What is authorised representative? Check full list of circumstances, services, eligibility here

Income-tax returns: Today we explain the circumstances under which taxpayers can appoint authorised representative, the requirements, eligibility criteria and other important factors.

7 Jul 2026 10:55 pm
Reliance's Strand Life Sciences secures Indian patent for blood-based early cancer detection

The patented platform combines genome sequencing, methylation analysis and machine learning to detect cancer and identify its tissue of origin from a single blood sample.

7 Jul 2026 9:11 pm
Airlines take off on summer tailwinds as May traffic rebounds

Monthly passenger volumes surged 12% over April to 15.39 million, driven by holiday travel and a low base after geopolitical tensions dampened performance last year.

7 Jul 2026 9:02 pm
CCI okays upGrad-Unacademy merger, clears path for major edtech consolidation; details here

The Competition Commission of India has approved upGrad's acquisition of Unacademy's parent company, Sorting Hat Technologies.

7 Jul 2026 8:19 pm
EPFO: Taxation rule on Voluntary Provident Fund the 2.5 lakh VPF threshold, explained

VPF allows employees to contribute more than the mandatory EPF rate for a larger retirement corpus. Contributions over 2.5 lakh face taxation on excess interest. VPF matches EPF's interest rate and qualifies for tax deductions under Section 80C, with specific withdrawal conditions.

7 Jul 2026 7:47 pm
Asia's hydro power slump puts pressure on coal as El Nio weakens rainfall, says S&P

Hydropower generation across seven Asian markets fell sharply in June, with India and Vietnam accounting for more than 80% of the decline, according to S&P Global Energy.

7 Jul 2026 7:46 pm
Cult.fit bets beyond gyms while remaining hooked on India's top four cities

Cult.fit is expanding beyond gym memberships through products, corporate wellness, advertising and franchises, even as its business remains heavily reliant on fitness centres in India's four largest cities.

7 Jul 2026 6:39 pm
Tamil Nadu: 25% salary hike for TASMAC liquor outlet employees to curb overcharging See how pay increases

The Tamil Nadu state government has today hiked the salaries of employees working at its TASMAC liquor outlet by 25% with aim to bring in reforms curb corruption and overcharging at these stores. Here's all we know

7 Jul 2026 6:31 pm
HDFC Bank revises MCLR across tenures: Check latest lending rates and what they mean for your loan EMI

HDFC Bank's revised MCLR now ranges from 8.05% to 8.70%, affecting borrowers linked to the one-year or three-year rates. While the overnight rate decreased slightly, other tenures remain unchanged. Details here.

7 Jul 2026 5:36 pm
8th pay commission: HRA revision, minimum monthly transport allowance, salary increase Check top demands by AINPSEF

8th pay commission: The All India NPS Employees Federation (AINPSEF) has demanded HRA revision, minimum monthly transport allowance, DA hike, and salary increase for central government employees and pensioners.

7 Jul 2026 5:29 pm
EV surge, tariff impact turns India into net auto parts importer in FY26

Exports at $24 billion grew 5% in FY26, slower than the 8% growth seen in FY25, amid tariff headwinds and the West Asia war.

7 Jul 2026 5:22 pm
The runway and the roots: How a 1,000-year-old village fought a 27,400 crore airport

For 1,100 days, the farmers of Ekanapuram in Tamil Nadu stood ground against a proposed greenfield airport meant to be Chennais second. Now, a massive political shift has forced a government pause. Mint has the inside story on this David vs. Goliath battle.

7 Jul 2026 5:00 pm
Top 5 business cycle mutual funds compared: AUM, returns and portfolio strategy

Business cycle funds aim to capture opportunities across different phases of the business cycle: growth, recession, slump, and recovery. ICICI Prudential Business Cycle Fund is the biggest fund with an AUM of 15,798 crore and has delivered an 18.77% return over the last three years.

7 Jul 2026 4:14 pm
DA hike: Kerala mulls 2% increase in Dearness Allowance by August for extra salary during Onam festivities

DA hike: Kerala is considering a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance for state government employees to be disbursed in their August salaries, ahead of Onam festivities. An official order is awaited.

7 Jul 2026 4:06 pm
Form 68 explained: Who should file the new exempt income statement, how it works, can it be revised all FAQs answered

The income tax department has launched Form 68 under the Income-tax Act, 2025, for specified investment funds to file exempt income statements and claim tax benefits for eligible non-resident investors. Details here.

7 Jul 2026 4:03 pm
What is the active share of a mutual fund

Active share measures how different a fund's portfolio is from its benchmark index, expressed as a percentage between 0% and 100%.

7 Jul 2026 3:56 pm
Is a 35,000 monthly pension enough in Lucknow? Expert breaks down housing, healthcare, food and daily costs

Stretching a 35,000 monthly pension requires careful planning, especially in smaller cities like Lucknow and other similar urban areas. A structured budget, pre-built emergency savings, healthcare planning, and low-risk investments can help retirees manage expenses.

7 Jul 2026 3:55 pm
Godrej Pet Care to build broader pet products portfolio after Ninja debut

Godrej Pet Care plans to expand Ninja beyond dry dog food into wet food, treats and cat food as it targets India's fast-growing pet nutrition market dominated by Mars and Drools.

7 Jul 2026 3:36 pm
Beyond generics: Glenmark resets agenda with a bold 10-year pivot to global drug innovation, says chairman Saldanha

For chairman Glenn Saldanha, the way forward is a mix of licensing deals, partnerships and Glenmarks own commercialization in emerging markets.

7 Jul 2026 3:30 pm
Gold fever breaks, leaving silver linings for singed investors

As speculative hype fizzles out and global central banks slow their purchases, the sharp drop in gold and silver highlights the danger of trading commodities for short-term gains.

7 Jul 2026 2:49 pm
Hotel chains loosen purse strings for marquee asset makeovers

Leading Indian hotel chains aim to enhance their pricing power and profit margins by refurbishing their existing marquee properties.

7 Jul 2026 2:25 pm
Top 5 money market funds based on 1-year returns: Union Money Market Fund leads with over 6% return

Money market funds invest in money market instruments with a maturity of up to 1 year. Based on one-year performance, Union Money Market Fund has emerged as the best-performing scheme in the category with a 6.63% return, followed by LIC MF Money Market Fund and Bank of India Money Market Fund.

7 Jul 2026 2:11 pm
7 income tax limits every taxpayer should know to avoid notices and penalties

Tax compliance goes beyond filing your income tax return on time. Several provisions under the Income Tax Act, 1961, set limits on cash transactions and high-value financial dealings. Staying within these limits can help taxpayers avoid penalties, scrutiny and unnecessary legal complications.

7 Jul 2026 1:47 pm
FMCG companies hopeful of healthy Q1 growth despite inflationary headwinds

Calibrated price hikes have helped Indian FMCG companies navigate cost volatility without adversely affecting sales volumes

7 Jul 2026 1:35 pm
Singapore's Temasek to lead space tech startup Pixxel's $100 million round

Temasek is leading a $100 million round in Indian space-tech startup Pixxel at a $350-400 million valuation, joining GIC in backing the satellite imaging firm. The deal adds to a broader rush of capital into space startups, including recent large rounds for Skyroot, Digantara, and Agnikul Cosmos.

7 Jul 2026 1:15 pm