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Isuzu signs five-year pact with Kamarajar Port for vehicle exports
Isuzu Motors India will receive concessional wharfage rates linked to export volumes for the next five years, a move aimed at enhancing the compe
Warren Buffett is giving away $140 billion to charities. But what happens to the taxes?
Warren Buffett plans to give away his $140 billion stake in Berkshire Hathaway by 2034, donating 12 million shares to four foundations. He emphas
ITR deadline: While the overall e-filing process has become quicker, the process can be daunting for first-time filers. Here are five key things
EPFO underpaid EPS pension by 1,350; consumer commission orders refund with interest
A consumer commission ordered EPFO to refund 1,350 plus interest after miscalculating an employee's EPS withdrawal benefit. The commission ruled
Financial freedom at 32, but at what cost? The 4.5 crore health warning
A 32-year-old struggled with health due to long work hours and poor self-care, leading to a diabetes and hypertension diagnosis. His story highli
Women awaiting payments from the Annapurna Bhandar scheme are checking the status of their funds. The scheme replaces the Lakshmi Bhandar and off
EPFO: Today, look at how EPF subscribers can check their claim status for provident fund withdrawal, transfer, or pension fund in real-time usi
ITR filing 2026: Can professionals and business owners change their tax regime every year?
The new tax regime is the default for taxpayers, with salaried individuals able to choose annually. Business income taxpayers face restrictive ru
Fixed deposits offer senior citizens stable returns, protecting their savings from market volatility. Leading small finance banks provide competi
How to pay income tax online? Step-by-step guide and payment modes available
The e-pay tax facility is a convenient option to pay taxes online as it allows payments via both pre-login and post-login options, and supports m
8th pay commission: From pension revision to various leaves and increment schedule Here's the full list of demands for allowances and benefits m
India's first REIT mutual fund launched: Edelweiss NFO opens August 5; key details
Edelweiss Mutual Fund has launched India's first REIT-oriented mutual fund, with the NFO opening on August 5. The passive fund will track the Nif
India placed in lower tariff tier at 10% under US Section 301 measures on forced labour: Govt
India remained closely engaged with USTR throughout the investigation via detailed written submissions and in-person consultations, including par
Power Engineers Federation opposes Govts parallel distribution licence proposal
AIPEF calls proposal backdoor privatisation of electricity distribution
New US Section 301 tariff puts Indian gems & jewellery exports under pressure
Duty-free access for rival diamond hubs such as Belgium offsets benefit of Indias tariff advantage over China, Vietnam and some other competing c
Property bought using NRI husband's funds? ITAT deletes 80 lakh tax addition
Mumbai ITAT ruled that a taxpayer cannot be taxed for unexplained investment merely because one remittance document is unavailable if the entire
Small truckers face survival crisis even as they move 70% of Indias freight
Small truck operators who move 70% of the countrys freight, are struggling to stay afloat as rising costs, weak pricing power, driver shortages a
CMRL plans Metro extension to Chengalpattu, invites bids for DPR
CMRL has invited tenders for preparing two DPRs - proposed Kilambakkam Metro Station to Chengalpattu and between Assisi Nagar and Wimco Nagar
Income Tax Department launches foreign assets report on e-Filing portal, here's how to check
The Income Tax Department has launched a new Foreign Assets Information report on the e-Filing portal, allowing taxpayers to view overseas financ
Harrisons Malayalam pilots drone-based green leaf transport at Lockhart Estate
The initiative, in partnership with Tropoworks, aims to improve field logistics, boost productivity, reduce manual handling, and expedite the mov
ITAT has ruled that administrative controls such as attendance, fixed timings and leave approval do not, by themselves, create an employer-employ
By focusing on scientific seed multiplication, digital agronomy, and processor-aligned variety selection, we can create a supply chain that is pr
8th Pay Commission schedules Delhi meetings on Aug 7 and 10; July 31 deadline for employee bodies
The 8th Central Pay Commission has fixed August 7 and 10 for the next round of stakeholder consultations in Delhi. Employee associations that hav
Minimum pension scheme for all? Government clarifies there is no such proposal
The Centre has clarified that it is not considering a universal minimum pension scheme for all citizens. According to an ET Online report, the go
The roof over Indias farms could power its net zero future
Properly designed and durably built, it becomes an energy platform, a climate adaptation tool, and an enabler of more resilient agriculture
How sustainability is becoming the fertiliser industrys defining growth strategy
The industry is strengthening its contribution to Indias food security while building a more resilient and sustainable future
Grain-based ethanol gains momentum: What it means for Indias blending programme
It lifts farmer incomes, supports rural industry, and moves India closer to its clean energy goals
With climate advantage and market in place, what hill states need now is an institutional push
Climate risk, El Nio and rural credit: Rethinking financial resilience for farmers
Farmers need finance that not only funds the next crop cycle but also helps them manage the uncertainty surrounding it
Metal ETFs shine in uncertain market: Should you invest now?
The performance of metal ETFs depends on the state of the economy, as they invest in industrial metals. While they are expected to grow during ec
FM Sitharaman asks I-T dept to crack down on tax evaders, ease compliance for honest taxpayers
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called for firm actions against tax evaders while prioritising convenience of honest taxpayers. Details here.
Govt proposes new electricity distribution licensees to use existing networks; pay wheeling charges
This results in duplication of poles, lines and substations, thereby increasing capital expenditure and discouraging fresh investment, which ulti
Urad acreage up in North India as sowing picks up on recent rains
Coverage surpasses last years levels by 8% as farmers in UP, MP plant more, attracted by higher prices
The finance minister said the government will have to acquire land and redistribute it for productive purposes.
India secures lower 10% US Section 301 tariff but trade uncertainties remain
Forced-labour policy change helps India move into lower tariff band; experts say pharma tariffs, Russian oil penalties and excess-capacity probes
Cabinet clears Bill prescribing up to 10-year jail, up to 10 crore fine for paper leak convicts
Proposed amendments strengthen anti-paper leak law with stricter punishment and speedy prosecution mechanisms
FM Sitharaman asks CBDT to clear backlog of pending appeals
Outlines a comprehensive framework featuring five priorities, three pillars and seven core principles.
EPFO: Want to claim provident fund after EPF member's death? Here's how Stepwise guide for families
Today, we take a look at how the family (nominees or legal heirs) of an EPF subscriber can claim the provident fund savings amount after the memb
Gujarat rains: 60 shrimp farmers airlifted to safety by Coast Guard choppers in Navsari
Navsari remains one of the worst affected districts in the state
Value added coffee exports rise 46% in past three years
Karnataka tops the list of coffee producing states with an output of 2.56 lakh tonnes, followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu
9,330 crore lies unclaimed in inoperative EPF accounts: Here's how to check and claim your money
The sizeable amount locked in such accounts indicates that many workers have either not withdrawn or transferred their EPF balances.
IndiGo assessing West Asia situation, Air India Express cancels Bahrain, Kuwait flights
IndiGo operated around 160 flights daily to West Asia prior to March and that dropped to 20-30 flights a day during the peak of the crisis
The government penalised the MSP of the income tax e-filing portal due to an extension of the ITR filing deadline caused by technical issues in F
Fixed Deposits: Should you park 10 lakh in one FD or split it? Pros and cons explained
The better option depends on your financial objectives, liquidity needs, investment horizon and comfort with risk.
The West Bengal government has officially constituted its 7th central pay commission. The finance department's resolution states that the panel w
Monsoon deficiency above 10% affects kharif output: Govt
Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ramnath Thakur says that, however, the adverse impact on production has moderated dur
Indias open market rice sale norms will likely help meet 20% ethanol blending target
The grain has become an industrial raw material for the fuel, say experts
Gifts received during the financial year may be taxable and need to be reported in the income tax return. Taxpayers should be aware of exemptions
The Odisha government has approved a 5% increase in dearness allowance for state employees and pensioners, effective January 2026. Here's a look
Government disburses 35,354 crore under PLI schemes till March 2026
The pharmaceuticals sector recorded cumulative sales of over 3.64 lakh crore under the PLI scheme, enabling the domestic manufacture of 1,931 pro
India imports 25.08 lakh tonnes of urea, 7.11 lakh tonnes of DAP in Q1
The government is diversifying import sources and has signed long-term supply agreements with Saudi Arabia and Russia to strengthen fertiliser se
Monsoon respiratory infections: What your health insurance covers and when claims may be denied
Seasonal respiratory infections can lead to expenses beyond a doctor's visit. Here's what your health insurance is likely to cover, where claims
Up to 10 years jail, 1 crore fine: Centre notified anti-paper leak law in 2024
The proposed legislation builds on the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, which prescribes stringent penalties for paper
Standardised pack sizes for edible oils to enhance transparency: Gokul Agro
The Department of Consumer Affairs has notified 9 standard pack sizes for edible oils, ranging from 200 ml/g to 20 litre/kg, with a 3-month trans
Mid-cap funds beat all equity categories over 1, 3 and 5 years, here are the top-performing schemes
Mid-cap funds have outperformed every equity mutual fund category over the last one, three and five years. Here's how the category fared and the
US Section 301 tariffs unlikely to hit Indias exports; textiles need close watch, says FIEO
FIEO said Indias exports are unlikely to be significantly affected by the latest US Section 301 tariffs, though the textile sector should closely
Active monsoon to bring heavy rain in Bengal, fishermen asked not to venture into sea: IMD
The sub-Himalayan districts of the state, which have received significant rainfall since the beginning of the monsoon season, are set to experien
ITR filing guide: How to report NSC and Kisan Vikas Patra interest
The interest earned from National Savings Certificate (NSC) and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) is taxable, but only NSC offers a Section 80C benefit und
The report said the HSBC Flash India PMI Composite Output Index fell to 54.3 in July from 57.1 in June, signalling the slowest pace of expansion
India's rechargeable battery cells demand to reach 39% CAGR by 2030: Report
The report highlights that India is transitioning from an importer of battery materials toward establishing a domestic battery chemicals ecosyste
When elephants turn crop protectors in Andhra Pradesh
Trained kumki elephants are deployed deployed to steer wild herds away from farms
Gujarat floats EoIs for 3 shipyards, mega shipbuilding cluster & 6 new ports
The Government will help establish the shipbuilding cluster, with an expected investment of 25,000 crore, said Ajay Kumar, Vice-Chairman and CEO
Can the Income Tax Department issue a notice after a taxpayer's death? Allahabad HC answers
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that an income tax notice issued after a taxpayer's death is legally invalid. Here's what the judgment means f
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'
India secures lower 10% US forced-labour tariff under new Section 301 regime
Tariff burden for most Indian exports unchanged as Section 122 levy ends, but textiles miss proposed US tariff quota relief planned for Banglades
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
US slaps 10% tariff on Indian imports over forced labour concerns
USTR Jamieson Greer announced the new tariffs on 60 countries under Section 301 of the Trade Act on Thursday, a day before the expiration of 10%
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.
ITCMAARS has onboarded over 2.6 million farmers across 11 States and aims to reach 10 million by 2030 through digital advisory, precision agricul
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
