The paid-up capital of life insurers increased by 7.2% in FY25

The total paid-up capital of the life insurance sector stood at ₹39,714 crore, reflecting an increase of 7.12 per cent in 2024-25 over the previous year. This increase was mainly attributed to infusion of ₹1,600 crore of additional capital into Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited and ₹1,040 crore capital invested by the 12 life […]

Public Holidays in Jammu and Kashmir in 2026

Public holidays in Jammu and Kashmir for 2026 include national holidays, regional religious observances and mandatory closures on the second and fourth Saturdays. These holidays are applicable to public sector banks and most private banks in the Union Territory. Jammu and Kashmir Public Holidays 2026: 47 days January 10 (Saturday) – Second Saturday January 24 […]

Tech Layoffs and Debt: What to Do When the Job Search Fails

Quick answer: If tech unemployment is draining your savings and creating debt, don’t raid your 401k and mess around with minimum payments for years. Consider bankruptcy for immediate protection while you look for a job – it protects your retirement and gives you a fresh start if you find work. Ask: “I just read this […]

6 variables that will change everything about your debt decision

Quick answer: Six variables determine your optimal debt strategy: age and time horizon, income stability, debt composition, life stage complications, career stage and geographic factors. No guru can tell you the “right” answer without analyzing YOUR specific combination of these factors. This is part of a six-part series: The Case Against “Dave Ramsey Is the […]

ACA health insurance premiums to increase 18-20% by 2026

Quick answer: Premiums in the ACA market are set to rise 18-20% in 2026 – the biggest jump since 2018. The main drivers are rising healthcare costs and expensive GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic. When the increased subsidies expire on December 31, 2025, the 92% of enrollees who receive assistance could see their out-of-pocket costs increase […]

Q3 earnings updates: AU SFB, Union Bank shares hit 52-week high, HDFC Bank, BoM, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj HF, Bank of Baroda, DMart and more stocks in focus after Q3 business update

3 Results Today, FY26Q3 Results Live Updates: Shares of HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Housing Finance, Bank of Baroda, DMart and more in focus after their Q3 business updates. View live updates. January 5, 2026 3:56 PM This live blog has ended. To follow business line for more January 5, 2026 3:54 PM Kotak Mahindra […]

SBI General Insurance is planning aggressive expansion in health and auto insurance

Naveen Chandra Jha, MD and CEO, SBI General Insurance Company SBI General Insurance will further strengthen its bancassurance and corporate channels, with a primary focus on health and motor insurance, said Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Naveen Chandra Jha. “We plan to further strengthen our bancassurance and corporate channels, capitalizing on the substantial opportunities […]

Public holidays in Andhra Pradesh in 2026

Public holidays in Andhra Pradesh for 2026 include national holidays, state-specific festivals, religious observances, and mandatory closures on the second and fourth Saturdays. These holidays are applicable to public sector banks and most private banks operating across the state. January 10 (Saturday) – 2nd Saturday public holiday January 14 (Wednesday) – Pongal January 16 (Friday) […]