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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
8th pay commission: Current house rent allowance rates were set in 2017 last, according to National Council Joint Consultative Machinery. Here's
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
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
Siemens wins 91.6crore KMRL PhaseII communication systemscontract
The package isa keycomponent of thePhase II corridordesigned toensure safe, reliable, and efficient metrooperations
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
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
No foreign equities: Why Bajaj AMC's Nimish Chandan swears by India
Home bias isn't a tactical call based on current market conditions but an investing philosophy Bajaj AMC's Nimish Chandan has followed for years.
Air India suspends flights on Tel Aviv-Delhi route till end of September
Air India has been continuously extending its suspension of operations on the route for several months due to the prevailing security situation i
Indias healthcare sector records strong FY26 growth
Strong hospital performance, expanding diagnostics and sustained investor interest powered healthcare sector growth
Bayers Trance to help cotton farmers manage sucking pests
New insecticide is available across all major cotton growing States from July
Sold inherited property at a loss? Check how to report capital loss in ITR-2 and save future tax
Selling inherited property at a loss requires correct reporting in ITR-2. Understand capital loss calculation, carry-forward rules, documentation
Foreign assets from past years in AIS? Don't panic, use them as a compliance check.
The AIS now displays foreign assets and income for CY2022-24. But taxpayers should use it to verify past disclosuresnot report the same informati
Multi-cap mutual funds continued to attract strong investor inflows in June 2026, even as returns varied widely across schemes. While most funds
Crowdfunding and tax: why good intentions alone don't guarantee exemption
Crowdfunding may be driven by compassion, but that doesn't automatically make the money tax-free. Here's what the law says, why the rules remain
Indias April-June LPG imports lowest in 8 years
LPG imports fell 45% year-on-year to 2.85 million tonnes in the April-June quarter, the lowest for the period in eight years, as disruptions in t
ITR verification deadline: 5 easy ways to e-verify before your income tax return becomes invalid
Income tax return filing is incomplete without e-verification. Here are five quick ways to verify your ITR within 30 days, avoid your return bein
ITAT Mumbai allows Section 87A rebate on STCG: Heres what taxpayers need to know
ITAT Mumbai has allowed a taxpayer to claim the Section 87A rebate on tax payable on short-term capital gains for AY 2024-25. The ruling clarifie
Gold and silver prices today, 22 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Bill to amend corporate laws is now expected to be taken up in the Winter Session
India weighs letting airport owners run airlines to curb duopoly
The proposal could potentially clear a path for the Adani Group and GMR Airports to have their own carriers
CKYC number explained: How this 14-digit ID eases opening bank and financial accounts
CKYC number is a 14-digit identifier that simplifies KYC verification for banks and financial institutions. Here's how CKYC works, its benefits,
Ignoring a crypto tax notice can lead to reassessment, penalties or even prosecution in some cases. Timely reconciliation of records and respondi
8th Pay Commission talks gain momentum as fitment factor hinges on fiscal realities
8th Pay Commission: Fitment factor remains the biggest concern for central government employees and pensioners. Final recommendations are expecte
Indias moong sowing dips 11% on lower rainfall, likely to gather pace
Over 62% of targeted area has been covered; current spell of rain brings relief to farmers
MC Grand Butanol Challenge launched to identifyenergy innovations in biotech domain
C-Camp partners MC Foundation to launch the challenge
Soyabean crop outlook seen favourable, says SOPA
Crop growth is satisfactory under the prevailing field conditions and desirable rains, says its ED, DN Pathak
Income-tax return: Here's a checklist of required documents for smooth ITR filing process
Filing your income tax returns (ITR) can be a tough task for first-time taxpayers and salaried individuals alike. Here's a checklist of essential
3.9 million tonnes FCI rice, 6.8 million tonnes maize used till June for ethanol production
In a written response to a query in Rajya Sabha on Monday, Minister of State for Petroleum & Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said The target of 20 per ce
PLI schemes attract 2.4 lakh crore investments, generate over 14 lakh jobs till March
Solar modules, pharmaceuticals and automobiles lead investments as cumulative exports cross 15.2 lakh crore
Domestic air passenger traffic eases in June on y-o-y basis
Industry observers attribute the decline to the seasonal lean travel period and calibrated capacity deployment by airlines
Scientists panel suggests rejuvenation of old Totapuri orchards in AP
A comprehensive assessment of the entire Totapuri mango value chain was conducted to have long-term solutions for price stabilisation, says Agric
US weather body NOAA predicts 97% chance of strong El Nino lingering into March 2027
It forecasts a 81% probability of a very strong event during October-December 2026
WTO urges India to deepen trade reforms as New Delhi flags global trade barriers
Trade Policy Review highlights need to lower trade costs and regulatory hurdles; India says geopolitical tensions and rising non-tariff measures
Hatsun Agro Product Q1FY27 PAT flat on higher costs
Company reported a marked increase in the cost of materials consumed at 2,156 crore, up 37 per cent from 1,570 crore in the year ago quarter
Retailers clocked 6 per cent average sales growth in June year-on-year: RAI
The growth was led by food & grocery and quick service restaurants
The Employees' Provident Fund offers a secure retirement savings option for Indian salaried individuals offering an 8.25% interest rate for FY26.
Telangana prepares action plan to tackle El Nino: Deputy CM Bhatti
Bhatti stated the government aims to combine scientific planning with public awareness, so every family and village understands and prepares for
AI-powered leaf disease detection system developed to help farmers identify crop diseases early
Solution gets patent; early detection can reduce yield losses
The 8th Pay Commission is in discussion to recommend pay hikes and salary structure for central government employees and pensioners. Chaired by R
Govt rejects concern that weak rupee reflects weak economy, says macroeconomic fundamentals strong
The minister said that despite these factors, the Indian economy continues to remain on a strong footing
Tamil Nadu, with 17 approved companies, has generated 7,930 jobs and attracted investments of 1,277.16 crore
Maharashtra tops PLI-Auto scheme with 66 manufacturing units; Tamil Nadu has 38
Haryana had 35 manufacturing units, Karnataka 28, following Maharashtra, while Tamil Nadu, a key automobile hub, accounted for 38 units under the
GTRI urges stronger food safety regime before India-EU trade pact rollout
The Global Trade Research Initiative warned that in the absence of the system, India risks opening its market further to European food products w
Coal Ministry to release annual mine closure report, sign technical cooperation pact with GIZ
Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), the Jharia Rehabilitation and Development Authority (JRDA), Hindalco Industries Limited and Rajdhani Universal
DA, DR hike: Dearness allowance for pensioners Dearness Relief calculation, eligibility explained
Dearness Allowance: A fixed percentage of pensioners' monthly pension payments is aimed at mitigating inflation. However, unlike DA in salaries f
Newly married couples: 8 health insurance mistakes to avoid
Newly married couples should review health insurance plans, assess coverage needs and plan for maternity benefits. This guide highlights common m
Tractor industry growth seen moderating in FY27: ICRA
ICRA expects tractor makers to maintain healthy margins, backed by stable raw material costs and operating leverage
PLI schemes led to investments of over 2.40 lakh crore until March 2026
The maximum investment was received in the high efficiency solar PV modules (64,873 crore)
Retired PSU employee faces 2 lakh tax demand over Form 16 omission; ITAT Pune grants relief
A retired PSU employee successfully challenged a 2 lakh tax demand after ITAT Pune ruled that a leave encashment exemption cannot be denied becau
ITR Filing 2026: CBDT upgrades income tax portal before July 31 deadline, Key changes explained
The Finance Ministry has told Parliament that the Income Tax Department has strengthened the e-filing portal to handle peak traffic during the re
Insecticides India launches GRANUVIA insecticide for brown plant hopper control in paddy
The product offers up to 60 days of protection and also helps manage stem borer when applied at the recommended crop stage.
Can cooperative insurance become Indias next financial inclusion story?
The proposed national cooperative life insurer is about more than adding another playerit could shift India's insurance journey from expanding ac
Can the government impose taxes without a law? What Article 265 says
Article 265 of the Indian Constitution states that no tax can be levied or collected except by the authority of law. In simple terms, every tax m
Domestic airlines carry 864.04 lakh passengers in first half of 2026, up 1.44% from a year ago
The ministry's traffic report showed that passenger traffic during the first six months of 2026 continued to grow on a year-on-year basis, althou
Cable and DTH charges to rise 4-6 times? PIB Fact Check reveals the truth
PIB Fact Check has dismissed viral claims that the Centre's draft Telecom Rules, 2026 will shut down TVs or raise cable and DTH charges by four t
West Asia crisis hits orthodox tea shipments from Coonoor auctions
Uncertainties in the Gulf region led to fall in prices of whole leaf grades and some other varieties too at Coonoor auctions last week
SGB 2019-20 Series VIII redemption opens today: Check payout, eligibility and tax rules
RBI has opened premature redemption for SGB 2019-20 Series VIII at 14,170 per unit from July 21. Before opting for an early exit, investors shoul
GIFT City investments and Schedule FA reporting: why taxpayers are seeking greater clarity
As GIFT City opens global investment opportunities for Indian residents, a key tax question remains unresolved: Do investments in IFSC funds qual
PSU OMCs spend over 1.72 lakh crore on ethanol procurement across three ESYs: Govt
The government said the registered supplier base and domestic procurement network continue to support the implementation of the Ethanol Blended P
DGFTs certification waiver proposal for micro exports gets thumbs up, with riders
Exporters given 10 days to submit comments; set to boost e-commerce but low-value cap may limit impact
EPS-95 pension hike: Will Centre raise minimum pension from 1,000 to 7,500?
EPS-95 pensioners demand for a hike in the minimum pension from 1,000 to 7,500 per month remains unresolved. The Minister of State for Labour and
New labour code: Salary must be paid by 7th of next month. What employees should know
The Code on Wages, 2019 prescribes when employers must pay salaries and settle final dues after an employee leaves a job. Here's what the law say
Gujarat records 33% rainfall deficit, yet kharif sowing crosses 50 lakh hectares
Despite the patchy rains, farmers have completed sowing over 50 lakh hectares against the normal three-year average of 85.3 lakh hectares
Kharif sowing gap narrows despite widening rainfall deficit: Report
Rice leads recovery; IMD forecasts above-normal rains in East and Central India
Old Pension Scheme: Centre allows select government employees to opt for OPS. Who is eligible?
The Centre has clarified that eligible compassionate ground appointees who applied before January 1, 2004, but joined service later, can opt for
Fast approval, less paperwork: How AI is changing the loan game
Account Aggregators are giving lenders a richer picture of borrowersand potentially faster, cheaper loans. But the data trail can become harder t
FPIs not exempt: Centre clarifies 12.5% LTCG tax on equity is same as for domestic investors
Both FPIs and domestic investors continue to pay 12.5% LTCG tax on Indian equities. The exemption announced through the Income-tax Ordinance, 202
NHAI has introduced Digital Local Pass and the MargMitra Help Centre on the RajmargYatra app. Commuters can now buy Local Passes online without v
Gold and silver prices today, 21 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Reported VRS payment as salary in ITR? Pune ITAT grants tax relief in 65.21 lakh case
Pune ITAT has ruled that a 65.21 lakh payment received under a voluntary retirement scheme was a non-taxable capital receipt and not taxable sala
Received an income tax notice? Verify authenticity before responding to protect against scams
Taxpayers should always verify an Income Tax notice before responding. Using the PAN or Document Identification Number (DIN) on the official e-fi
16,649 crore unclaimed in LIC and inactive EPF accounts: What Centre's latest update means for you
Over 16,649 crore lying in old LIC policies or inactive EPF accounts, says the Centre. Recovering dues requires checking past insurance, providen
The 8th Pay Commission is reviewing NPS and UPS benefits under its mandate, while employee unions continue to demand the restoration of the Old P
Four Indian seafarers killed in vessel attack off Ukraine coast; India condemns strike
The vessel MV Golden Leo had 17 crew members including five Indian nationals, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
