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CMFRI launches mobile app for digital documentation of deep-sea fish
The app, developed under the Deep Ocean Mission with funding from the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is available on the Google Play Store
Government warns against job scams; NCS registration, applications and interviews remain free
The Ministry of Labour has warned of rising online recruitment scams. It reminded job seekers that National Career Service (NCS) services are fre
Monsoon fury in Gujarat marches north, drenches Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad was inundated by 23 cm of rain until 5.30 am on Friday, while Vadodara airport recorded 15 cm during the same period as the monsoon gat
IISR in pact with Spices Board to boost spice sector startups, export initiatives
The MoU was formally exchanged between M S Manivannan, Secretary, Spices Board, and Sajesh V K, Senior Scientist and Secretary, Agventure TBI, IC
Filed your ITR? Don't miss this final step or your income tax return may be treated as invalid
Filing your Income Tax Return is only half the job. Taxpayers must e-verify their ITR within the prescribed deadline, or the return may be treate
Quality control orders intended to achieve public policy objectives: India at WTO
India's tariff reforms, customs simplification measures and ambitious Free Trade Agreement (FTA) strategy have steadily strengthened the country'
FDI easing in e-commerce could pave way for wider opening of online retail sector: GTRI
On Thursday, the government allowed FDI in inventory-based e-commerce for export purposes, aiming to boost Indias outbound shipments while protec
Switched jobs? Your EPF may not transfer automatically unless you meet these conditions
EPFO now automatically transfers EPF balances for eligible members after a job switch, removing the need to file a transfer claim in many cases.
17 Delhi metro stations to remain shut for third straight day; DMRC cites security concerns
The DMRC said interchange facilities will be available at Rajiv Chowk, Mandi House and Central Secretariat stations
India, Romania agree to double trade over next three years, strengthen defence collaboration
The president said that the Government of India has decided to double the number of training opportunities for Romania under the Indian Technical
Gold and silver prices today, 24 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Health insurance claim rejected over hospitalisation? Court rules in policyholder's favour
A Delhi consumer commission has ruled that health insurers cannot reject claims merely by declaring hospitalisation medically unnecessary without
ITR filing: Section 143(1) tax demand explained; steps to avoid penalties and disputes
A Section 143(1) tax demand does not always mean your ITR is wrong. Here's why taxpayers receive this notice, how to verify mismatches, respond c
Rice rates hit 10-month high as weather concerns grip major hubs
Indias 5% broken parboiled rice is priced at $356-$361 per ton, up from $352-$357 last week, while 5% broken white rice is priced at $355-$360 pe
ITR filing deadline 2026: 5 income tax penalties every taxpayer must know for AY 2026-27
Five income tax penalties applicable for AY 2026-27 include late Income Tax Return filing fees, revised return charges and misreporting penalties
The 8th Pay Commission could significantly raise HRA for Level 15-18 Central government employees if a higher fitment factor is approved. Illustr
SIFs are designed to improve risk-adjusted returns: Edelweiss' Bhavesh Jain
Instead of focusing only on headline returns, investors should start looking at risk-adjusted returns, says Edelweiss Mutual Fund's Bhavesh Jain
The reshuffle also appoints Sushil Kumar Lohani to head the Animal Husbandry Department and T K Anil Kumar as School Education Secretary.
Today we explain how investors with unclaimed LIC insurance amounts or inoperative EPF accounts can check their dues and make claims online facil
Here's a comparison of NRE and NRO accounts, along with the latest interest rates offered by leading lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Ba
Flooding in South Gujarat forced Western Railway to suspend operations on a key rail bridge between Gholvad and Umargam Road, disrupting train se
Provident Fund: Forgot your UAN? Here's how to instantly recover your PF number online
Assigned by the EPFO, the UAN is a permanent 12-digit code that stays with you throughout your professional career.
The West Bengal government has constituted the state's 7th central pay commission and appointed former IAS officer Atanu Chakraborty as Chairman
70,300-crore auto-component investment wave gathers pace through FY29 on EV, localisation push
The scale of the pipeline points to a shift from incremental capacity additions towards technology-led expansion across the component industry
PM Surya Ghar to surpass 50 lakh households soon: MNRE
India will soon cross the landmark of 300 gigawatt (GW) of installed non-fossil fuel capacity.
Centre red-flags 2.91 cr ration card beneficiaries, including 34 lakh already dead
Committee urges mission-mode checks while safeguarding genuine beneficiaries from wrongful exclusion through safeguards
India eases FDI rules for e-commerce firms to boost exports of locally made goods
Restrictions on inventory-based e-commerce, B2C sales under the FDI policy will not apply for exports of goods produced in India: Press Note 3 of
India faces scrutiny over tariffs, MSP, QCOs at WTO review
Chair says transparency and predictability emerged as the principal concerns during Indias eighth trade policy review
Premium petrol to remain ethanol-free, government clarifies
The government said there is no proposal to raise ethanol blending in petrol beyond 20% or to restore the supply of E0 and E10 petrol
Milky Mist set to launch IPO in early August
The dairy sector company already raised 482 crore from Temasek arm in May 2026
Indian egg prices crack new record as heat, feed costs bite
Supply tightness keeps egg prices elevated; chicken prices firm up too
India, UAE plan DigiLocker integration for seamless degree verification
Move aimed at easing employment and educational opportunities for Indian professionals in the Gulf nation.
India, Panama to strengthen maritime connectivity, supply chains
This comes in the backdrop of West Asia tensions
India eases FDI rules for e-commerce to boost exports of made-in-India goods
The revised FDI policy allows inventory-based e-commerce exclusively for exports of India-made goods, while the ban on B2C inventory-led e-commer
JSW Infras 600-crore mechanisation project at VOC Port set for FY27 Q4 completion
The terminal is designed to handle a range of dry bulk cargo, including coal, coke, limestone, gypsum, rock phosphate and copper concentrate
South Gujarat deluge shatters records as another low loomsover Bay
Valsad district and Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli found themselves in the eye of a raging rain storm through Wednesday to Thursday
FCNR(B) turns litmus test | Explainer
At a time of geopolitical fragmentation, volatile capital flows and uncertain interest-rate cycles, FCNR(B) deposits have become a strategic macr
Naviq Technology, IBS Groups new travel AI company, takes flight in Kochi
Based in Kochi, Naviq has started operations with 2,000 employees and plans to expand to 5,000, developing AI-powered predictive tools for the tr
Government steps up reforms to make India a global aircraft MRO hub
The measures include tax incentives, longer land leases, support for hangar development and private investments such as Safrans 1,300-crore engin
Government says household PNG prices remain stable despite higher global LNG prices
The government credited administered-price domestic gas and priority allocation measures for keeping household PNG prices stable while expanding
Food processing PLI attracts 9,207 crore investment, creates 3.35 lakh jobs
The government said the scheme has boosted food processing capacity, product sales and exports while supporting MSMEs, innovation and value addit
Cash deposits below 10 lakh can still attract an Income Tax notice. Here's why
The 10 lakh threshold under Rule 114E only determines when banks must report cash deposits through the Statement of Financial Transactions (SFT).
Section 44ADA allows eligible professionals to pay tax on 50% of their gross receipts as taxable income, treating the rest as a deemed expense de
GMR Hyderabad International Airport introduces airport taxi services
With a fleet of over 200 vehicles, comprising sedans and SUVs, the service is designed to deliver a premium, airport-assured travel experience
India enters FY27 with resilient exports, stronger FDI despite wider trade deficit: RBI Bulletin
Gross FDI inflows into India rises to $13.77 billion during the first two months of FY27, reflecting continued foreign investor interest
Over 3 crore ITRs already filed: What happens if you miss 31 July deadline? Tax experts explain
With more than 3 crore Income Tax Returns already filed, taxpayers have a limited time before the 31 July 2026 deadline. Missing it can lead to l
Small-cap investing has historically delivered strong return potential but with frequent sharp corrections. Data from Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI show
Forgot your UAN? Here's how to retrieve it online through the EPFO portal
The Universal Account Number (UAN) is essential for checking your PF balance, filing claims and accessing other EPFO services. Here's how members
EPFO has urged salaried employees not to withdraw EPF savings for mutual funds, highlighting EPF's retirement, pension and insurance benefits. He
Can an insurer reject your claim over a tax issue? Consumer panel answers
A Rajasthan consumer commission has reportedly ruled that insurers cannot reject an otherwise valid claim merely because of an unrelated tax irre
ETF split FAQs: Why fund houses are splitting units and how investors benefit
A split reduces the per-unit price of an ETF and increases the number of units an investor owns, while the total value of the investment remains
Indian auto parts industry seen growing at 10% CAGR till FY30: Goldman Sachs
Diversification into semiconductors, defence, EVs and aerospace to drive revenue to $124.4 billion
Adani group eyes starting an airline, say sources
The plan signals a change of strategy for the ports-to-cement group which operates eight airports in India, including two in Mumbai, and has an $
Global diversification matters more than ever, says Marcellus' Saurabh Mukherjea
Marcellus Investment Managers' founder and CIO Saurabh Mukherjea argues that portfolios anchored solely to domestic markets may no longer be enou
Revised ITR cannot take away capital loss carry-forward if original return was filed on time: ITAT
A Bengaluru taxpayer won relief after the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal held that filing a revised ITR does not extinguish the right to carry for
The e-Pay Tax facility allows taxpayers to pay direct taxes online quickly and securely without visiting a tax office. It supports both pre-login
Kerala eyes global agri market through value addition, export-oriented startups: Minister Siddique
Minister disburses first instalment under PM RKVY-RAFTAAR scheme to 10 agri-startups
Panama is India's natural gateway to Central America, Latin America and the Caribbean: Shipping Minister Sonowal
Gold and silver prices today, 23 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold, and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major
NPS rule change: Pension funds liable for third-party lapses under new PFRDA rules
PFRDA has amended NPS regulations to make pension funds accountable for lapses by third-party entities engaged to provide subscriber services. Th
First-time home buyers: 5 mistakes that can increase your EMI burden
First-time home buyers often make costly loan mistakes that increase EMIs and overall repayment burden. Experts explain how tenure, down payment,
Petrol, diesel prices today, 23 July: Petrol and diesel prices across India remained unchanged even as Brent crude climbed to $95.5 per barrel, i
Why share of passives still remains small in India's mutual fund industry
Passive funds still account for just 16% of India's mutual fund assets, a fraction of the US's 55%, with growth driven mainly by corporate invest
SpaceX shorts are betting $25 billion against Elon Musk. Is it time to cover?
SpaceX's short positions surged to 206 million shares, accounting for 32% of its public shares, valued at $25 billion. Despite recent bearish sen
Unutilised CGAS funds: Don't let 3-year exemption deadline trigger tax notice
A widespread misconception exists that capital gains tax remains deferred until funds are physically withdrawn from the CGAS account.
Income-tax returns: Here's how to file ITR online without a CA? A step-by-step guide for FY26
Filing your income tax returns can be a tough task for first-time taxpayers and salaried individuals alike. Here's a stepwise guide to filing you
SpaceX has lost nearly $1 trillion in market value in five weeks, despite optimism from analysts. The stock rose to $225.64 before plunging 21%.
Today, we take a look at how EPF subscribers can transfer their old provident fund collection to a new account, how to merge their PF accounts an
Anurag Jain appointed CEO of NITI Aayog
Jain is an IAS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, 1989 batch
Lower area under arhar in Indias Karnataka unlikely to be offset elsewhere
This is despite higher coverage in U.P., Telangana and Andhra; Maharashtra and M.P. report double-digit decline
FACT halts ammonium sulphate production amid raw material crunch, rising costs
However, this will not have any impact on farmers as the Centre has imported more of the fertilizer
Ladakhs organic push faces first big test after chemical fertiliser ban
The ban aligns with Ladakhs long-term plan to promote natural farming and preserve the fragile Himalayan ecosystem
HAL, Safran sign long-term pact to produce superalloy ring forgings for LEAP engines
Bharat Forge signs MoU with FLYING WHALES to jointly manufacture advanced airships for Indias defence requirements
Titagarh-Ramkrishna Forgings set to start forged railway wheel production in August
The plant will end Indian Railways decades-long dependence on imported forged wheels
SEBI, IFSCA-recognised Category I and II AIFs exempted from PAN requirement
The move simplifies compliance, speeds up foreign investor onboarding and extends the PAN exemption framework to Category I and II AIFs
Dearness Allowance: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari says aim to implement 7th pay commission this fiscal and bridge the salary gap between its st
Can my father sell ancestral property without my consent?
If your father inherited property from his father, can he sell or bequeath it without your consent? Here's what Hindu law says about ancestral pr
GreenLine Mobility, Dabur join hands for green logistics solutions
GreenLine to deploy its LNG-powered trucks across Daburs logistics operations
Indias edible oil import bill up 20% in first 8 months
Shipments likely to top touch 1.75 lakh crore in 2025-26 oil year
IMD Update: Active monsoon to bring heavy rain in coastal districts of Bengal
Coastal districts of North and South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur to receive heavy rainfall till July 24, IMD says
Rain deficit shrinks to 21 % as wet spell intensifies in West, North-West
Central India (deficit of 13 per cent) and North-West India (18 per cent) emerge as best-performing regionsthis week
SOA vs demat account: Which option is better for mutual fund investors after SEBI's latest move?
SEBIs move to allow standing instructions for SWP and STP facilities on demat-held mutual fund units is a significant step towards improving inve
Centre rebukes DGCA over conflict-of-interest lapses, documents show
Ministry flags conflict-of-interest failures and disclosure delays; concerns rise amid sector growth and safety scrutiny
Raghu Vamsi Aerospace to set up 600 cr superalloy manufacturing facility in Telangana
The project will be led bySK Jha, former Chairman and Managing Director of Mishra Dhatu Nigam (Midhani), Indias premier special metals manufactur
India's edible oil import bill may rise 9% to 1.75 lakh cr in 2025-26 mkt yr ending Oct: SEA
SEA President expresses concern over rising import bills, says oilseed revolution could no longer wait
Beneficiaries under Andhra Pradesh's Talliki Vandanam scheme 2026 have begun receiving their 13,000 deposit in their accounts from today, 22 July
Digital lending in India: How Aadhaar, payments and account aggregators are changing credit
India's lending ecosystem has evolved through digital innovation and public-private partnerships, enhancing data sharing and analysis.
IMIA pushes One India-One Fishery Improvement Project for sustainable marine ingredients sector
Harmonised national FIP framework would strengthen Indias credibility in international markets, improve access to sustainability-focused buyers a
Buying or investing in silver: Here's how silver ETFs, FoFs, jewellery and utensils are taxed
The tax treatment of silver depends on the investment route and the holding period. While capital gains tax applies to ETFs, FoFs and physical si
How account aggregators are making credit more inclusive in India
India's Account Aggregator framework enhances Open Finance by enabling secure, consent-based sharing of financial data.
