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Telangana raises DA for power sector staff; over 70,000 employees to benefit
Telangana government hikes DA for power sector staff to 19.272%, benefiting 70,804 employees, pensioners and artisans. The revised allowance aims
8th pay commission: We answer how you can submit data online for the 8th CPC panel's consideration and what is the last date to complete the proc
As the US and Iran deal boosted market confidence, gold and silver prices climbed on Thursday. Gold and silver prices varied slightly across key
West Bengal Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal debunked social media posts that claimed a 22% DA hike for state government employees and pension
India-UK trade pact allows 3.78 lakh car imports at lower duty over 15 years
The India-UK trade pact opens wider access for British automakers to Indias premium car market while shielding the mass-market EV segment led by
An FCNR account functions as a foreign currency-denominated repository that allows Non-Resident Indians or Persons of Indian Origin to hold their
The Income Tax Department has set different ITR filing deadlines for AY 2026-27 based on income source and audit status. Key dates include July 3
Chennai Port Authority offers wharfage concessions up to 80% for non-containerised cargo
Designed to reward growth and encourage new business, the scheme provides attractive incentives for both existing and new customers routing cargo
India & U.K. overcome last-minute steel hurdle, announce July 15 as trade deal implementation date
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement was signed in July 2025 and was set to be implemented by April or early May 2026. However
Pakistan duty drawback benefits may spoil Indias Basmati party
Islamabad plans to extend duty drawback benefit for the fragrant rice export beyond June, when trade via Strait of Hormuz is set to normalise
India-UK free trade pact to take effect July 15 after breakthrough in steel deadlock
Indian exporters of textiles, footwear, gems & jewellery to gain; social security pact to protect short-term expat workers from being double taxe
1.1 lakh on rent, 20,000 on groceries: Indian Man's Poland expense breakdown sparks debate online
An Indian man living in Warsaw, Poland, has sparked a discussion online after revealing how much he and his partner spend each month to maintain
Among all lenders, small finance banks dominate the list of top-paying fixed deposits. Suryoday Small Finance Bank and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Sebi's new ETF framework: How will it impact investors? Experts answer
Will ETFs trade closer to their underlying value after Sebi's overhaul? Experts explain what the changes could mean for traders and long-term inv
EPFO 3.0: How will your PF withdrawal be taxed? Key rules and exemptions explained
EPFO subscribers may soon withdraw provident fund money via UPI without employer sign-off, enhancing speed and convenience. However, tax implicat
Area under cotton shrinks in North India as farmers eye paddy
The total cotton acreage across the country was 9.53 lh as of June 12, down 28% from 13.19 lh a year ago, with planting going on in parts of Karn
Asia faces climate risks after a year of extreme weather in 2025, warns WMO report
The UN weather body flags accelerating warming alongside rising seas, shrinking glaciers and marine heatwaves in the region
The 8th Pay Commission is reviewing attendance rules, with employee unions requesting more flexibility for late arrivals. They propose allowing u
Form 40: How Indians returning from abroad can defer tax on foreign retirement accounts
Form 40 is suitable for resident individuals in India who hold retirement benefit accounts in certain notified countries, such as the US, UK, Can
Can a retiree claim tax credit on spouses fixed deposit? TDS rules explained
Since the interest earned on the deposit is subject to the clubbing provisions, it is not treated as the spouses taxable income. Therefore, they
Western disturbances keep North-West India wet as monsoon falters
The north-west has recorded 5% above normal rainfall so far this season; within the region, West Rajasthan has posted a surplus of 20%, while Eas
Milma gets Spice Coast excellence award
Milma Chairman K S Mani received the honour at the Spice Coast Excellence Awards 2026
Mutual funds vs PMS: A complete guide to minimum investment, portfolio structure and investor fit
Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors and are generally more accessible and suitable for a wide range of investors. On the other hand,
Qatar Airways adds US flights to support world cup travel demand
Frequencies increased to Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco as part of broader network expansion
Oracle, Swades Foundation rural livelihoods programme helps women in Maharashtra
The project has helped women farmers and entrepreneurs across Nashik and Raigad districts in Maharashtra
Debt funds bought before or after 1 April 2023: Know how the tax treatment changes
For debt funds purchased before April 2023, long-term capital gains apply after 24 months and are taxed at 12.5%, while STCG are taxed as per the
International flights set to take off from Navi Mumbai airport from July 15
Air India Express and IndiGo are expected to start flights on short haul routes. Air India Express has filed international route plans with the a
Why Lionel Messi's career is a masterclass in building long-term wealth | 5 Money habits to follow
Lionel Messi, aged 38, has set a record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick at the FIFA World Cup, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over
I want to take a full one-year break from corporate work because I feel professionally exhausted. Is it realistically possible? Here's what ChatG
I asked ChatGPT whether the 50:30:20 budget rule fits my financial situation? It proposed
To budget effectively on a 1 lakh salary with 20,000 liabilities, consider a 55-20-25 rule instead of 50-30-20. Prioritize savings and investment
Cost of free portfolio reviews: Why investors should steer clear of product pitches
Free portfolio reviews may seem promising, but if investors are not mindful, these can easily become an avenue for product pitches that may not f
Planning a PF withdrawal? Check these details on your EPFO account first
Errors in service history, KYC details and nominations often go unnoticed for years. A few checks on the EPFO portal can help employees avoid fut
India must improve oilseed yields to reduce imports: SEA chief
It should tap the potential of cottonseed oil, ricebran oil, and other alternatives, if it aims to reduce imports in the coming years, says Sanje
Understanding Information ratio in mutual funds: Calculation, formula and significance
Information ratio shows a fund manager's ability to generate returns above a benchmark index relative to the level of active risk taken. It is ty
8th pay commission: The panel has planned state visits to Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal to meet with employee representatives and stakeh
Trust vs will: which is better for passing on wealth?
A will works for simple estates. But for NRIs, minors, special-needs beneficiaries and multi-jurisdiction assets, a trust can offer greater contr
Who needs to file an ITR for AY 2026-27? Check the income tax rules
Investors reporting capital gains, taxpayers claiming refunds, individuals seeking to carry forward losses and those holding foreign assets may a
FTAs, agri-start-ups and FPOs to drive next phase of farm export growth: APEDA chief
APEDA chief says recently concluded FTAs with the UK and the European Union are potential game changers for Indias agricultural exporters
India and South Korea eye expanding ties on economic, cultural, social fronts
PM Modi meets South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung at G7 Summit in France
Dearness Allowance: Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced a 5% DA hike for MSRTC employees last week. Notably, employee unions
CEEW study favours behaviour-driven strategy to control stubble burning in Punjab
The study found that while reported crop residue burning incidents have declined since 2022, evolving burning patterns and satellite-detection li
Booked losses in stocks or mutual funds? Why filing ITR may still be important
For investors, a loss-making year does not necessarily eliminate the need to file an ITR. In many cases, filing the return within the due date ca
Should you look at the P/E ratio of mutual funds? Here's what experts say
Experts say a mutual fund's P/E ratio should not be viewed in isolation. The metric is most useful when compared with peers, benchmarks and inves
Circle rate vs market value: the hidden factor that can make or break your home loan
A property's sale price, circle rate and lender valuation often differ. Understanding the gap can help buyers avoid funding shortfalls, tax surpr
Telanganas rice boom turns into surplus challenge as crop diversification gains focus
Telangana Agricultural University has submitted a set of policy recommendations to the state government to address the growing rice surplus and p
France seeks deeper MSME partnerships with India in healthcare, luxury and logistics
Officials from French business bodies said France is working to bring more MSMEs to India and strengthen partnerships across key growth sectors
When should you exit a mutual fund? Watch these 5 warning signs
A weak year alone is not a reason to sell a mutual fund. But persistent benchmark underperformance, style drift and rising risk levels may signal
I asked ChatGPT for Indias best work-from-home locations. The answer went far beyond Goa and Manali
If you have the luxury of a laptop and a decent Wi-Fi connection, the world is quite literally your office. Here are the top 20 locations ChatGPT
I asked ChatGPT how to save 20% of my salary without giving up eating out | Here's what it planned
A 25-year-old Delhi professional seeks to save 10,000 monthly from a 50,000 salary. Strategies include meal planning, setting a monthly food budg
FCNR accounts offer tax-free interest income in India and attractive returns for NRIs. Here's how you can use a leverage strategy to boost return
Centres foodgrain reserves at record high as ElNinothreatenskharifproduction
Despite the below normal monsoon forecast, at 90 per cent of long period average, the government is targeting thekhariffoodgrains production duri
Trump, Modi to meet amid tariff tangle, row over marine killing
New Delhi will still wait to ensure that sticky issues, including US penal tariffs on Indian exports, and Indias competitive edge over rivals, ar
Varanasi to host 2-day Wheat Products Promotion Society CEOs conclave from July 9
A highlight of the event will be the WPPS Awards 2026, recognising outstanding contributions to Indias wheat, flour milling, bakery, food process
In a first, US pips Qatar as Indias largest LNG supplier during March-May
Washington supplies 1.5 million tonnes of LNG to India, compared to a mere 0.1 mt by Qatar
Air India eyes unbundled no-meal fares on around 20 domestic sectors
Carrier may introduce pay-if-you-use model on select routes as it looks to expand ancillary revenues and sharpen fare segmentation
Monsoon delay deepens farm risk in Gujarat; crop-loss compensation crosses 22,700 cr in decade
The situation is reflected in early-season rainfall data, with the State recording an 83 per cent deficit as of June 16.
Dorper and Texel genetics to boost local mutton output in J&K
Both breeds are internationally recognised for their superior meat yield, rapid growth and higher productivity compared to traditional sheep vari
States own tax mop-up now contributes more than half in total revenue receipts
CAG K. Sanjay Murthy released the third edition of the Publication on State Finances 2024-25 on Tuesday
Shipping firms re-evaluate risks of Persian Gulf ops
Companies say there are no changes in operations yet while welcoming the Iran-US peace understanding
APEC Climate Center upgrades El Nio to strong; Indian monsoon faces elevated risk
Lends support to projections from various climate models and researchers pointing to a potentially exceptional El Nio episode this year
Ahead of the 8th Pay Commission, employee bodies propose changes to gratuity rules, including a higher ceiling and revised calculations. Proposal
ITR filing 2026: Only earning rental income? Check if you still have to file tax return
Rental income can be the sole earnings for taxpayers, especially retirees or property owners. Even without regular employment income, filing an i
Monsoon revival eyes Bay trigger, wider advance by late June
Drier India likely during July-September, says Japanese researcher; an evolving positive IOD phase is not likely to entirely offset El Nino impac
Mixed impact for South Indian plantation exports due to West Asian turmoil: UPASI
Tea exports decline steeply, cardamom exports defies expectations, pepper loses sting but coffee remains untouched by the conflict
One swipe at a time: How credit cards are stealing your financial future
Credit cards offer convenience, rewards and flexibility. But behavioural biases, hidden spending triggers and high-interest debt can quietly erod
CMFRI prepares draft for national framework for marine eco-labelling
The proposed draft ensures such certification schemes operate in alignment with Indian fisheries laws, sustainability priorities and socio-econom
Form 16, divided into Part A and Part B, is essential for salaried employees to prove tax deductions from their salary. Part A details employer a
Paused mutual fund investments during the war? Experts suggest what to do now
For investors who have remained on the sidelines, experts say the bigger risk may not be short-term volatility, but allowing cash positions to re
Sovereign gold bond redemption tax rules: Do you need to declare it while filing ITR?
Sovereign gold bonds offer exposure to gold without storing physical bullion, issued by RBI. Investors must be aware of the tax implications, as
Soyabean acreage expected to rise by up to 10% on higher prices, weak monsoon outlook
Soyabean prices climbed to 7,587 per 100 kg in May, a four-year high and well above the governments support price of 5,328
Cape Verde offers a unique travel experience for adventurous Indians, but its expensive and logistically complicated. The island nation has gone
US-Iran peace deal likely to bring relief to shipping, trade
Industry observers estimate that a complete return to pre-crisis conditions could take between two and three months, as shipping schedules, equip
Why your investment plan is only half complete without an exit strategy
Investors spend years building wealth but often ignore how it will be withdrawn. A sound redemption strategy can matter as much as fund selection
Indian envoy meets 21 rescued crew members of MT Settebello
MT Settebello was about 30 Nautical Miles off the coast of Oman at the time of the attack
Home loan overdraft vs regular loan: When a higher interest rate can still save you lakhs
A home loan overdraft lets borrowers park surplus cash against their loan while retaining access to it. Here's when the potential savings outweig
FPI selling in BFSI: Why retail investors should focus on asset allocation over market timing
FPI selling in BFSI may trigger market volatility, but disciplined asset allocation and diversification can help investors manage risk, stay inve
Adani Ports expands partnership with Kaleris, to invest up to $100 million in AI-led port automation
The company stated that it has expanded its partnership with US-based supply chain software provider Kaleris to deploy advanced optimisation, pla
ITR filing 2026: Do influencers have to pay tax on gifts, freebies and barter collaborations?
Social media creators now receive non-cash compensation like products and trips in addition to cash from brands. Although these benefits arent di
Want to invest in US stocks? Zerodha, Groww, Upstox and Angel One get key approval
Zerodha, Groww, Angel One and Upstox have received approval to offer international and US stock investing through GIFT City. The services are exp
ULIP income tax rules explained: Exemption criteria and how to report gains in ITR
The Union Budget 2025 expands the tax rules for ULIPs. Now, ULIPs with premiums beyond 10% of policy value are taxable. Maturity proceeds for pol
EPFO 3.0 update: UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, limits, rollout timeline and key changes
EPFO 3.0 will enable UPI and ATM-based PF withdrawals, increase limits, speed up claims processing and simplify access to provident fund savings.
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Complete guide to income tax slabs for senior and super senior citizens
Under the Income Tax Act, a senior citizen is defined as a resident individual aged 60 years or older, but less than 80 years during the previous
US-Iran peace deal: Is it time to reduce gold & US fund exposure? Experts answer
The US-Iran peace agreement has eased concerns around oil prices and currency volatility. Experts say investors should review allocations to gold
Why chasing last year's top-performing mid and small-cap funds keeps investors one step behind
The market's top-performing segment doesn't follow a rotation you can predict or systematically exploit. Large-caps lead one cycle, small-caps do
AI Express flight from Kannur to Jeddah turns back due to technical issue
MCX gold rate today for August futures contracts was trading 0.09% higher at 1,53,060 per 10 grams. MCX silver futures, on the other hand, were t
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor launches USA blueberries recipe book
The book builds on his earlier collaboration with USA blueberries, which focused mainly on Indian traditional foods
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews master plan for redevelopment of busy stations
The Railway Minister emphasised that redevelopment works should be carried out with minimal inconvenience to passengers and without disrupting tr
Education loan rates June 2026: Compare SBI, PNB, ICICI, HDFC and other banks before you apply
Rising education costs make choosing the right education loan crucial. Compare Education loan rates for June 2026 from SBI, HDFC, ICICI and other
Super 30 founder Anand Kumar launches free global learning platform Super Infinity
Education costs are rising rapidly. To ensure their children receive a good education, parents take out personal loans and fall into debt. Anand
