Author name: Archana Chettiar

I’m Archana R. Chettiar, an experienced content creator with
an affinity for writing on personal finance and other financial content. I
love to write on equity investing, retirement, managing money, and more.

AMC SIP
Investing

AMC SIP: What It Means and How It Works?

Investing in mutual funds is one of the many ways to grow your investments over time. A common term in this space is AMC SIP, which often confuses investors. While many understand Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), the role of an Asset Management Company (AMC) in SIP investments is less clear. Knowing what is AMC SIP can help investors make informed decisions and choose the best investment route for their financial goals.

SIP vs Mutual Fund
Investing

SIP vs Mutual Fund: What’s the Real Difference?

When it comes to investing, the terms SIP vs Mutual Funds often come up together—and sometimes, even used as if they mean the same thing. You might have heard someone say, “I invest in SIP,” or “I put my money in mutual funds through SIP,” and found yourself wondering, “Aren’t they the same thing?” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

UIDAI Launches New Aadhaar App: All You Need to Know
News, Personal Finance

UIDAI Launches New Aadhaar App: All You Need to Know

Aadhaar card holders can now look forward to a simplified verification process and a more seamless experience, thanks to the launch of its new mobile app by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). Officially unveiled by Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, during the ‘Aadhaar Samvaad’ event held in New Delhi, the launch marks a big step towards making digital identity verification more efficient and secure by using technologies like facial recognition and QR code scanning.

Tariffs Rise, Repo Falls: RBI’s Balancing Act
News, Investing

Tariffs Rise, Repo Falls: RBI’s Balancing Act

On Wednesday, India grappled with rising global economic uncertainty while also confronting signs of weakness within its own economy. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), under the leadership of Governor Sanjay Malhotra, is widely expected to cut interest rates, even as a fresh round of US import tariffs on Indian goods comes into effect the same day.

₹10,371 Cr IndiaAI GPU Scheme Draws Bids from Google, Infosys, TCS
News, Business

₹10,371 Cr IndiaAI GPU Scheme Draws Bids from Google, Infosys, TCS

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly reshaping industries across the globe, and India is eager to become a major force in this transformation. Understanding the importance of high-end computing infrastructure for AI advancement, the Indian government introduced the IndiaAI Mission. In March 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the initiative with a significant allocation of ₹10,371 crore to be invested over five years.

Why India Must Act Now to Rebalance Trade with China
Investing, News

Why India Must Act Now to Rebalance Trade with China

The resurgence of trade tensions between the United States and China, reignited by Trump-era tariffs, has sent ripples across global supply chains. While the spotlight often remains fixed on the US and China, India could be a silent but significant beneficiary. 

As China scrambles to counterbalance its reduced access to the US market and global corporations seek alternative manufacturing destinations, India finds itself at the crossroads of economic opportunity and strategic recalibration. This article explores how India can use this geopolitical and trade disruption to rebalance its financial relationship with China, reduce its chronic trade deficit, and emerge stronger in the global value chain.

Decoding the Delhivery–Ecom Express Deal: Key Insights into the ₹1,400 Crore Acquisition
News, Business

Decoding the Delhivery–Ecom Express Deal: Key Insights into the ₹1,400 Crore Acquisition

Leading logistics company, Delhivery, has announced its acquisition of Ecom Express for ₹1,407 crore in an all-cash deal. While the transaction is significant in itself, what makes it more compelling is the story behind it. Once valued at nearly ₹7,000 crore, Ecom Express is now being acquired at an 80% discount. This shift reflects not just a downturn for one company, but the changing dynamics of India’s startup and logistics ecosystem.