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As the 31 August deadline nears, taxpayers can use the Income-Tax Departments Excel Utility for ITR-5 and ITR-7 on the e-filing portal for FY26.
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: Beneficiary women will get 2,500 per month under the scheme earlier known as Mahila Samriddhi Yojna. Check here for details
India watches West Asia escalation closely as tension spirals
US to reinstate blockade on Iranian vessels, and charge 20 per cent% on all other cargo transiting the Strait of Hormuz, says Trump
Goods exports rise 15.5% in June
Import surge pushes trade deficit to five-month high
Hydrogen-powered trucks, buses get 7-year permit exemption given to EVs, ethanol-powered vehicles
Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland and VE Commercial Vehicles could benefit from the Ministry decision
India, US fully engaged in balanced trade deal: Goyal
Commerce Secretary says framework deal is ready to be signed once preferential market access issue is structured
FM asks banks to step up NRI outreach as FCNR mobilisation gathers pace
Banks reported that FCNR(B) deposit mobilisation had shown a clear accelerating trend
Soybean imports up at 7.77 lakh tonnes till June-end, estimates trade body SOPA
Exports of soybean meal for oil year 2025-26 projected lower at 10 lakh tonnes on higher prices
EPFO has automated the PF transfer process for Aadhaar-linked UAN holders when switching jobs. Here's who stands to benefit from this feature and
IndiGo BluChip, ALL Accor launch reciprocal loyalty partnership
The partnership spans more than 45 brands across 110 countries, creating an integrated travel rewards ecosystem for customers
8th pay commission: We take a look at the likely revision in house rent allowance (HRA) for central government employees across level 1 to 5 in X
Upcoming Bhogapuram airport in AP notified as immigration check post
This would be the third immigration check post in the state after the ones at Visakhapatnam and Tirupati airports
EAAA Alternatives wins two NHAI highway contracts worth 2,259 crore
With the addition of these assets through its portfolio company, Epic Concessions 2 Pvt Ltd, EAAAs infrastructure portfolio has expanded to 26 ro
AAI says airport expansion projects are on track to boost operations
New capacity is being created at airports to accomodate the growing fleet
India auto M&A and PE deals fall to $1.46 billion in H1 2026; Q2 transactions drop 43 per cent
Investment in aAuto has shrunk to $1.46 billion from nearly $2.8 billion in the first half; Q2 as deal volumes tumbled by 43 per cent as investor
Industree Foundation partners with Nagaland to promote bamboo-based livelihoods
An MoU with NSRLM will result inthe integration of30,000 smallholder women farmers into the bamboo value chain.
Will deposit 50 crore in 45 days: SpiceJet tells HC on dispute with Kal Airways
On May 4, the bench dismissed pleas by SpiceJet and Ajay Singh seeking a review of a January 19 order to deposit over 144 crore in the case
Want to build 1 crore corpus in 10 years? Here is the monthly SIP you need
The size of your mutual fund investment depends on two key factors: the rate of return and the amount of SIP. The higher the rate of return, the
Aastha Spintex bags 77 cr order, reflecting strong demand for cotton yarn
The confirmed order pipeline represents over 21 per cent of the companys FY25 revenue of about 352 crore
The income tax return due date for most taxpayers is July 31, 2026. Late filing incurs penalties and addition interest if you have unpaid taxes.
ITR filing 2026: Is it necessary to keep physical copies of digital tax documents? Expert explains
ITR filing is now becoming increasingly paperless, but taxpayers must securely retain key digital tax documents. A tax expert explains which reco
30 tonnes of pineapples sold at Meghalaya Festival in Delhi
The volume sold was almost double than the 15.5 tonnes sold last year at the festival
While direct plans make up 77.7% of institutional investors' mutual fund AUM, the corresponding share for individual investors is just 30%. Exper
Retail inflation rose to 4.4% in June
Silver jewellery recorded the highest inflation rate at over 133%
Its training and support initiative has helped transform the agricultural practices of smallholder women farmers
Changed jobs? Your PF won't be transferred immediately here's what triggers the automatic transfer
Your provident fund won't move instantly after you switch jobs. EPFO's new mechanism auto-triggers transfer after your new employer's first contr
BNPL impact on credit score: 5 key facts every borrower should know before using buy now, pay later
A buy now, pay later facility can help build a strong credit history when used responsibly. Timely repayments, controlled borrowing, and avoiding
India's June merchandise trade deficit widens to $30.43 billion
Economists had expected trade deficit to be $26.63 billion in June, according to a Reuters poll, compared with a deficit of $28.21 billion in the
Presumptive taxation: Who should opt for it & who should avoid it? Experts explain
The presumptive taxation scheme offers a simpler way to compute taxable income, but it may not suit every taxpayer. Here's what businesses and pr
Auto sector to post strong Q1FY27 growth; high raw material costs likely to weigh on profits: Report
The expansion was led by two-wheelers, surging 26%, followed by passenger vehicles at 24%, commercial vehicles at 20% and tractors at 18%
How much EPF can you withdraw? Check it online with these simple steps.
The new rules compress a dozen complicated advance clauses into three broad categories while requiring a mandatory 25% retirement reserve.
Adani Ports & SEZ, Gujarat Pipavav Port report higher container volumes in Q1 FY27
Container volumes at Indias 12 major ports rose 9% year-on-year in the April-June quarter of FY27, reflecting resilience in the broader port sect
Bought a car worth over 10 lakh? Here's how to claim your 1% TCS refund
If you have bought a car worth more than 10 lakh, you would have paid a TCS of 1% to the dealer. This is not an additional tax but a tax credit t
BikeWo Green Tech inks pact with Kwik Flite Support to develop integrated air cargo
The companies will jointly explore pilot air cargo operations, assess commercial opportunities, and develop scalable models for high-value, time-
Indian farm, food products expand global footprint, boosting farmers' incomes: Piyush Goyal
India's exports are on a roll. From local farms to international shelves, India's finest flavours are winning hearts worldwide, Goyal said
Filing ITR-1 this year? These new disclosure requirements could affect your return
From reporting income from two house properties to furnishing additional details for donations and rental income, the latest ITR-1 utility brings
Siemens bags 263-cr order for rail electrification of Rishikesh-Karnaprayag line
The project is expected to improve all-weather connectivity, support regional economic development, enhance mobility for residents and visitors
Retirement, child education or wealth creation: Does every SIP in your portfolio have a purpose?
Every SIP should be linked to a specific financial goal, such as retirement, a child's education, buying a house, or wealth creation. The expert
RBI new ombudsman rules: Here's why you should act quickly
The new framework empowers the ombudsman to issue interim, non-binding advisories to the regulated entity, requiring it to take action for full o
Tea Board defers web-based auction rollout again, launch now scheduled for July 21-22
According to the revised schedule, the platform will now go live at the Kolkata auction centre from Sale 31, covering both dust and leaf teas
ICICI Prudential Large Cap Fund portfolio: 3 new stocks added, GAIL among 4 exits in June
India's largest large cap mutual fund shuffled its portfolio in June by adding three stocks and exiting four. Tata Steel saw the biggest increase
Indias defence capex to grow 11% CAGR to 2.8 lakh crore by FY30: Kota
With over 70% of defence procurement now sourced domestically, Indian defence firms are benefiting from faster growth and higher valuations
Air India, Air New Zealand discuss JV for non-stop flights
A joint venture is a commercial agreement where airlines collaborate on schedules, pricing, and sales, sharing costs or revenue on routes
MoRTH plans four airport-style private bus ports; first to come up in Nagpur
The proposed hubs will replace informal roadside boarding points with organised bus parking, separate washrooms for women and men, hygienic food
Magellanic Cloud arm wins 6.93-crore CCTV surveillance contract from South Central Railway
The project, to be completed within 12 months, includes AI-enabled video management infrastructure, networking, optical fibre, NVRs and related s
Income tax penalties explained: What happens if you under-report income or miss ITR filing
Taxpayers can face late filing fees, interest and penalties for different types of income tax defaults. Here's a simple guide to the key provisio
Cochin Shipyard bids for Bharat Container Shipping Line orders; eyes surge in domestic shipbuilding
Jose V.J., Director (Finance) of CSL, told that the consortium was formed to reduce Indias dependence on foreign shipping lines and cut freight o
NABARDs Gramodyam to unlock rural Indias entrepreneurial potential
Gramodyam seeks to identify, nurture, mentor and empower aspiring entrepreneurs by equipping them with industry-relevant skills, entrepreneurial
El Nino may lead to sardine decline next year: CMFRI
Grinson George, Director of CMFRI, stated that El Nio warming is expected to intensify from October to December, affecting the northern Indian Oc
EPF interest 2025-26: Why your PF earns interest every month but gets credited once a year
While EPFO calculates interest on your provident fund every month, it credits the accumulated amount only after the end of the financial year.
Gold and silver prices today, 13 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
CAG raps Maharashtra as 82.78 cr helicopter lay idle for 17 months, flags 2 cr avoidable cost
The state government had approved the purchase of the helicopter in May 2018 to facilitate anti-Naxalite operations in Gadchiroli and neighbourin
Annapurna Yojana: West Bengal may allow rejected applicants to edit forms instead of reapplying
West Bengal may soon allow corrections for 27.8 lakh rejected Annapurna Yojana applications. The proposed edit facility will help applicants fix
The 8th Pay Commission is about much more than a salary hike. From allowances and pensions to performance incentives and gratuity, these five key
Families can save on school fees through tax exemptions for education and hostel allowances from employers. Tuition fees may also also qualify fo
IMD: Monsoon activity subdued in large parts of India, Uttarakhand on red alert
IMD predicts isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall likely over northeast India, West Bengal, and Bihar during the next 2-3 days and isolated heav
Income-tax returns: The I-T department has released excel utility of its ITR-1 (Sahaj), ITR-2, ITR-3, and ITR-4 (Sugam) forms for AY27. Today we
A Bengaluru homebuyer has been waiting over six years for promised amenities after paying 40 lakh for an apartment. He approached Karnataka RERA
How quick commerce is silently eliminating Indias middlemen and benefitting horticulture farmers
The quick commerce companies are also pleased to see a constant growth daily potato procurement in the national capital region of a leading deli
Companies running private PF trusts given 6 months to certify under new amnesty scheme
The scheme will remain open for six months from June 29, 2026, when it was notified
Indias auto retail sector aims for 3 crore sales amid financing overhaul
Even asIndias vehicle finance market has grown to around 2.65 lakh crore and motor insurance to nearly 1.25 lakh crore as leaders from Indias aut
Flying into the future: Inside Bhogapurams new high-tech international airport
To offer travellers a seamless, digitally enabled experience, while emerging as a catalyst for trade, tourism, logistics and business growth
8th CPC: The 8th pay commission has invited eligible candidates to fill vacancies for consultant roles. Here are details on job openings, qualifi
The EPFO member portal now allows salaried employees to transfer their EPF balance from previous employers to current ones more easily, aiming to
Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay had backed villagers and farmers opposing the project before he assumed office
DA hike: Amid expectations that the Indian government will announce dearness allowance increase in July 2026. we take a look at the trend of past
ITR filing 2026: If your income exceeds 1 crore, this disclosure is mandatory
Taxpayers earning over 1 crore must file additional disclosures about assets and liabilities under Schedule AL when submitting their income tax r
Pension rules: Orissa HC says government employees can't lose pension over leave alone
The Orissa High Court has ruled that unauthorised absence from work, by itself, is not grave misconduct that justifies compulsory retirement or d
The Nasdaq 100 emerged as the biggest long-term wealth creator over the last 20 years, with 21.3% returns. Among Indian equity benchmarks, the Ni
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has this month migrated entire member database to the Centralised IT Enabled Services (CITES) p
Bhogapuram can emerge as an aviation hub for Indias eastern coast: Rammohan Naidu
In an exclusive interview with businessline, Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu disclosed that the government is targeting at least five ma
Quant Small Cap Fund portfolio: Reliance Industries among 9 stock exits, 5 new additions in June
Quant Small Cap added five new stocks to its portfolio in June while making complete exits from nine companies, including Reliance Industries. Th
SEBI employees will need to liquidate all non-permitted investment, disclose professional interests
New rules require SEBI employees to exit or freeze non-permitted investments and disclose professional interests from the previous three years.
Simaero plans to add more simulators, tap local engg talent in India: CEO
The company also has plans to transfer knowledge and technical expertise to India
Govt shielded domestic carriers from global stress: Civil Aviation Minister
Minister says crisis interventions helped shield Indian airlines from global disruptions
Retail inflation likely to have breached 4% mark in June
Under the new 2024 base series, CPI inflation rose from 2.74% in Jan 2026 to 3.93% in May, increasing 45 basis points in the past month
Living abroad does not automatically exempt NRIs from filing an ITR in India. Tax filing depends on residential status, income earned from Indian
Goyal to visit Spain, Belgium, Finland this week
The delegation comprises leading Indian companies across sectors, including advanced manufacturing, clean energy, digital technologies, gems and
The Income Tax e-filing portal helps taxpayers identify the correct ITR form through eligibility conditions and a guided questionnaire. Users can
Only one international mutual fund remains open for fresh SIPs after 11 schemes shut doors
Fresh SIP registrations into international mutual funds have nearly come to a halt after PGIM, Franklin Templeton and Edelweiss suspended new inf
SC to hear plea seeking guidelines to curb airfare fluctuations on July 13
Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta will hear S Laxminarayanans plea for an independent regulator to ensure transparency and passenger protect
Earning 13 lakhs? Old vs new tax regime comparison shows which saves more tax
The new tax regime may be a better choice for salaried employees earning around 13 lakh a year. Here's how much tax you pay under each regime and
EPFO has introduced the Amnesty Scheme, 2026, giving employers operating exempted Provident Fund (PF) trusts a one-time opportunity to regularise
A couple faced pressure to buy a house but learned that renting may be financially wiser. With the rent yielding only 2-3% annually on a 1.5 cror
Russian crude imports hit record high in June even as Moscow's oil revenues slip
India bought Russian crude worth EUR 4.5 billion in June, accounting for 83% of its total Russian fossil fuel imports of EUR 5.5 billion, making
EPF Scheme 2026: Lost your job? Full PF withdrawal now allowed only after 12 months
The new EPF Scheme, 2026 replaces the decades-old 1952 scheme and changes how provident fund withdrawals work after unemployment. Members can now
Gold, silver prices today, 12 July: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 18K and 999 fine silver after recent escalation of fighting between the
Setting the record straight on Indias fuel transition
Indias energy security hinges on steady, evidence-led execution of a domestic strategy and on citizens
More mutual funds dont always mean better diversification: How to avoid the portfolio overlap trap
According to the expert, investors should add a new mutual fund only if it reduces portfolio concentration, adds meaningful diversification, and
39.96 lakh BSNL VRS payout gets full tax exemption from ITAT; here's what the ruling means
A retired BSNL employee won full tax relief on a 39.96 lakh VRS payout after the ITAT ruled it was retrenchment compensation. The tribunal said t
