Can you change the income tax regime while filing ITR? Here's what taxpayers should know
Salaried taxpayers can switch between the old and new tax regimes while filing their ITR, regardless of the regime used by their employer for TDS
IndiGo positions international expansion as next growth engine after consolidating domestic market
Long-haul aircraft, MRO investments and digital capabilities to support airlines global ambitions
Indian govt asks sugar dealers to hold maximum 400 tonnes stock till Nov
Centre mandates traders to liquidate excess stock by August 1 from when the order will come into force
EPF Scheme 2026: Got married? Your past PF nomination is now invalid key FAQs answered
Your earlier EPF nomination becomes invalid once you get married. Filing a fresh nomination ensures your PF benefits are paid to the intended ben
Indias cotton area expands as monsoon gathers pace, coverage tops 100 lakh hectares
Cotton sowing is taking place in about 50,000 hectares every day, Atul Ganatra said, adding that in Andhra the area has increased by 31% and by 4
Delhi HC issues notice to Govt on ISMAs petition on artificial sugar use
ISMA seeks stricter labelling, warnings, and India-specific studies on artificial sweeteners health risks
IndiGo added 330 pilots in FY 26
IndiGos pilot numbers were a topic of regulatory scrutiny following massive disruption of its flights last December.
Multi-asset allocation funds topped the hybrid category, recording 70,819 crore in net inflows in 12 months. These funds help diversify across eq
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana: 2,500 monthly assistance announced; Check eligibility, rules and documents
The Delhi government has launched the 'Delhi Lakshmi Yojana', providing eligible women with monthly financial assistance of 2,500, of which 1,500
Paradeep Phosphates Q1 net up 24% at 393 cr on higher sales
Board approves Rs 250-cr investment in aluminium flouride plant at Paradeep
Turmeric prices soar on tight supplies, fear over deficient monsoon rain
Turmeric prices surged to 200 a kg in the Erode APMC yard from 160 in a very short time, but have pulled back to 170, said RKV Ravishankar, Presi
I work remotely in India for a US firm. Can I avoid Indian tax if I'm paid in the US?
Many tech professionals moving back home assume receiving dollars in a foreign account keeps their income out of local jurisdictionhere is how ta
Switched jobs and lost track of your old PF account? Govt explains how EPFO's e-portal can help
The government has revealed that the EPFO has developed an Aadhaar-based e-portal to help members trace old inoperative PF accounts, transfer bal
Women drive Indias agriculture, constitute 60% of workforce
41% women were engaged in self-employed category in agriculture during the same period, says Ramnath Thakur, Union Minister of State for Agricult
Delhi HC orders Paytm Payments Bank to be wound up: What happens to your Paytm wallet, UPI now?
The Delhi High Court ordered the winding up of Paytm Payments Bank Ltd due to non-compliance with regulations.
New vs old regime: Income tax slab rates for FY26 know how slab-wise tax calculation works
Taxpayers should compare the new and old tax regimes before filing their ITR for FY26. Since India follows a slab-based tax system, only the port
Industrial output rises 7.3% in June on strong manufacturing performance
Government data showed that 19 of 23 manufacturing industry groups expanded, with electrical equipment, automobiles and food products leading gro
Ahmedabad Air India crash probe: AAIB to submit draft final report to Supreme Court in October
The Centre informed the apex court that the draft final report into the June 2025 Air India Ahmedabad crash will be submitted in a sealed cover i
Form 16 makes return filing easier, but it is not the only document required. By reconciling salary records with Form 26AS, AIS, bank statements
Planning to start investing in stock market? Avoid these 5 costly beginner mistakes
First-time stock market investors can avoid costly mistakes by focusing on diversification, asset allocation, disciplined investing and long-term
ITR filing deadline 2026: Missing July 31 can cost you more than you think
The late filing fee is only one consequence of missing the ITR deadline. Delayed filing can also result in the loss of capital loss set-off benef
GMR Aero Technic signs pact with Honeywell Aerospace for MRO Services
Under this agreement, GMR Aero Technic will undertake comprehensive MRO services for seven Honeywell aerospace LRUs installed on LEAP engines pow
India's tobacco exports jump 166% in value over past decade to 17,192.04 crore
Commerce Ministry says improved agricultural practices, transparent e-auctions and welfare schemes have boosted farmer incomes alongside record e
Best mid-cap mutual funds: 12 funds delivered over 18% 10-year SIP returns
Mid-cap funds have rewarded long-term SIP investors, with 12 schemes generating annualised returns of more than 18% over the past decade. A compa
How to accurately report REIT/ InvIT income in ITR for AY 2026-27 ahead of 31 July deadline
Report REIT and InvIT income in your ITR for AY 202627. Know the tax treatment, choose the right form and keep essential documents ready to avoid
Debt funds or direct bonds? Understanding the routes to fixed income investing
Sebi's reforms and online bond platforms have made direct bond investing more accessible than ever. But should investors choose individual bonds
VST Tillers Tractors to set up 100-crore global tech centre in Hosur
Conducts ground-breaking ceremony for centre that will enhance R&D capabilities
Keralam jewellers seek review of gold, silver import duty structure
Government data presented in Parliament indicate a sharp rise in gold and silver smuggling following the increase in import duty on the precious
Keralam deploys ANNAM.AI smart weather stations for climate-smart farming
The initiative is aimed at improving farmers access to reliable weather information, enabling better planning, reducing input costs and promoting
CMFRI develops digital tools for awareness on protected sharks
The app will benefit fishermen, fisheries officials, wildlife enforcement officers, researchers, students, and the general public, offering infor
Income tax refund delayed for AY 2026-27? 5 reasons your refund may be stuck
Income tax refund delays for AY 202627 may occur due to incorrect bank details, pending e-verification, PAN issues, tax mismatches or errors in r
Government plans 44 airports for Hub and Spoke flights to boost global connectivity
Air India on Tuesday launched flights under the Hub and Spoke model from Amritsar, the second airport after Varanasi from where such fights have
Air India to soon start inbound Hub and Spoke flights to Amritsar
The initiative aims to streamline the travel experience for international passengers, allowing them to finalize immigration and baggage processes
Moving back for ageing parents? Here's the financial reality NRIs must prepare for
As more NRIs return to India to care for ageing parents, experts say early planning is crucial to manage healthcare costs, lower incomes, taxes,
Gold and silver prices today, 28 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Paytm launches 11 ITR filing with ClearTax: What's included and should you use it?
Paytm has partnered with ClearTax to offer income tax return filing starting at 11 through its app. Here's what the plan includes, who can benefi
US, India expanding cooperation in defence, civil nuclear sector: Senior US official
Last year, India and the US signed a framework for a major defence partnership to strengthen interoperability across all domains, including land,
India targets 5% share in global toy trade by 2032, sets up dedicated task force
The Centre has formed a task force to strengthen toy manufacturing and raise Indias share in the global toy market from 1.9% to 5% by 2032.
The ITR filing deadline for AY 2026-27 remains 31 July, with experts expecting no extension. Over 4.1 crore returns have already been filed. Taxp
FAA orders inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets over seat installation issue
The proposed FAA directive applies to 453 U.S.-registered Boeing 737 MAX jets as part of the regulators ongoing aircraft safety oversight
ITR filing 2026: Avoid these 5 costly mistakes before the July 31 deadline
The July 31 ITR deadline is just days away. Avoid these five common filing mistakes that could lead to tax notices, refund delays or additional t
8th Pay Commission: Fitment factor above 3 may raise salaries, but test Centre's fiscal discipline
8th Pay Commission: Fitment factor debate has intensified as employee unions seek a multiplier above 3. While a higher fitment factor could signi
To fix unemployment, fix the economy first
The ease of doing business must now become subordinate to the ease of living and earning for all citizens
SEBI proposes MF-only PMS with 25 lakh entry: Expert explains how it differs from traditional PMS
The proposed MF-only PMS framework is positioned as a bridge between self-managed mutual fund investing and traditional PMS, allowing investors t
ITR: India has seen 4x growth in billionaires in five years. As many as 576 people reported gross total income of 100 crore or more, FY26 income-
Experts view this move as a significant step toward curbing illicit transactions and aligning Indias tax standards with global frameworks.
Want to complete filing your income-tax returns before the 31 July deadline? Here's how taxpayers can calculate their ITR dues under new tax regi
Eternals Greening India comes up with agro-forestry carbon credit model to tackle CO2 emissions
The model is to encourage growers to take up cultivation of plantation crops along with fruits, says Greening India head Vishal Kumar
The Chief Minister said Amul will establish an ice cream manufacturing plant on 15 acres of land in North Bengal. Twelve tea gardens are expected
Falling crude, RBI assurance lift stocks, rupee and bonds
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra reassured everyone about currency stability, even as foreign investors pulled back a bit.
LPG-DME blending has downsides of material compatibility, safety: Oil Ministry
No procurement programme for DME by PSU OMCs has been finalised, says Minister
As Indian Tobacco Board slashes crop size by 43%, farmers seek alternative crop plans
Demand action by the State government and board against unlicensed growers who continue to disrupt the market
Mid- and small-caps often face criticism during market corrections, but 20 years of data show they have consistently outperformed large-caps in s
Indian parliament panel terms incongruent DIPAM move to not declare fertiliser PSUs strategic
Asks government to establish interim safeguards to protect the interests of state-owned fertilizer companies
DA hike: Here are the key Dearness Allowance-related demands made by employee groups from demand for an inflation-linked wage model to calls for
August-September rains to decide Indias 2026-27 pulses crop size as kharif sowing picks up
Supply is abundant; soil moisture crucial for rabi crop, says IPGA Chairman Bimal Kothari
Gig workers still await Ayushman Bharat cover; over 10.65 lakh registered on e-Shram portal
Despite the Budget announcement and subsequent registration drives, the government has not specified a timeline for extending the promised health
Centre examining DGCA approval process to cut time taken for launching new airlines
MoCA reviewing licensing framework, security clearances, capital norms and pilot hiring rules as part of broader aviation reforms
Kharif sowing deficit less than 5% as 71% of normal acreage covered
The sowing area in on-going Kharif season has reached 787.38 lh as of July 24 compared with 826.19 lh in the year-ago period, down by 4.7%, the a
FIEO flags fewer mother vessel calls, dependence on foreign transhipment hubs and surging freight costs; carriers announce fresh peak-season surc
Billionaire taxpayers surged over 4 times in last five years
576 individuals reported income above 100 crore in AY26, up from 142 in AY22
EPFO has delayed the launch of its UPI-linked claim settlement facility to August as it focuses on resolving glitches in the upgraded CITES 2.01
Shriram Farm Solutions signs MoU with IIVR to access breeder seeds for 5 vegetable crops
The agreement will provide Shriram Farm Solutions access to advanced vegetable breeding research and breeder seed material developed by ICAR-IIVR
Different fund categories, same stocks? These equity mutual funds have up to 79.4% portfolio overlap
A study found that the BOI Large & Mid Cap Fund and BOI Multi Cap Fund from the same AMC have a portfolio overlap of 79.4%, despite belonging to
Experts say investors aged 25-30 should focus on goal-based asset allocation rather than chasing returns. Here's how to allocate equity, debt and
Monsoon may upend forecasts of July fade-out as it scripts another comeback
All-India cumulative rainfall deficit down to 15% as of Sunday; floods claim 68 lives in Assam and damage property worth hundreds of crores
Can a salaried person use presumptive tax for 1 lakh freelance income?
Whether you can opt for presumptive taxation under section 44ADA of the Act depends on the nature of your freelance income. If your freelance wor
ITR filing mistake: ITAT deletes 17.41 lakh penalty after CA firm's affidavit proves clerical error
The Mumbai ITAT deleted a 17.41 lakh penalty after accepting a CA firm's affidavit that an incorrect revised ITR was filed due to a clerical erro
Gujarat govt unveils shipbuilding policy; targets 50 lakh DWT capacity and 27,000-cr investments
The approach is expected to reduce infrastructure costs for investors, speed up project execution and improve Gujarats competitiveness as a marit
ITR filing issue, refund delay or TDS mismatch? Here's how to raise a complaint through e-Nivaran
The e-Nivaran facility allows taxpayers to raise and track income tax grievances online through a structured process. Both registered and unregis
EPF Calculator: 25,000 basic pay can build corpus of over 1.12 crore in 30 years Here's how
An employee earning a basic salary of 25,000 can accumulate an estimated EPF corpus of 1.12 crore over 30 years. Monthly contributions, annual sa
Supreme Court rules vehicle's mere presence is not enough for motor accident compensation
SC says compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act cannot be awarded merely because a vehicle was part of the sequence of events. Claimants must e
MRPL seeks crude via tender avoiding Red Sea and Hormuz
MRPL has taken a precautionary view as it wants to avoid a potential supply disruption along two of the worlds key maritime oil trade routes, sai
How investors can benefit from India's push to reduce import dependence
India's push to reduce external dependence presents a long-term investment opportunity. Experts suggest focusing on structural reforms, strong ma
Keshav Chandra assumes charge as Mines Secretary
Before taking charge as mines secretary, Chandra served as chairperson of the New Delhi Municipal Council
Tax experts caution against viewing an HUF as a simple tax-saving hack because transferring assets to it changes their ownership.
The report said India has been subjected to a 10% Section 301 tariff, lower than the 12.5% imposed on countries such as China, Vietnam, Brazil an
Luxmi Tea wins national POSH excellence award for championing safer workplaces across estates
Awareness drives, trained committees and women-led initiatives reinforce inclusive workplace culture across the company
Indias WTO fisheries agreement sparks concern among traditional fishermen
Fishing organisations fear its provisions could disproportionately affect developing countries
India allows use of ammonia in agriculture to cut import dependence in Urea
Industry sources say if this becomes successful, India will be the fourth country in the world after the US, Canada and Australia to use ammonia
Centre introduces bill proposing up to 10 years jail, 10 crore fine for paper leaks
The bill also seeks fast-track courts, time-bound investigations and tougher penalties for service providers and organised examination fraud
EPFO annual report: bigger corpus, faster claims, but challenges persist
EPFO's corpus has swelled to 28.4 trillion and claim settlements hit a record in FY25, but rising pension payouts, persistent grievances and thin
Funding your spouse's PPF account? Tax expert explains how Section 80C rules apply
Funding your spouses PPF account can help you claim a Section 80C deduction of up to 1.5 lakh, provided the contribution comes from your own inco
Will my FCNR deposit stay tax-free after I return to India?
Experts explain whether FCNR deposit interest remains tax-free after returning to India and whether a five-month stay in India triggers tax resid
ITR filing 2026: Sitharaman asks tax officials to let honest taxpayers correct genuine mistakes
As the July 31 ITR filing deadline nears, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged tax officials to let honest taxpayers correct genuine mis
Cochin Port union calls for re-development of Willingdon Island
Willingdon Island has been facing severe trade stagnation and employment crisis for years following the closure of the Rajiv Gandhi Container Ter
Prepare your SIP before the next market correction: Experts share a 5-point checklist
Market volatility is inevitable, but experts say investors can avoid emotional decisions by planning ahead. From setting investment rules to buil
EPFO auto refund: 1.18 lakh dormant PF accounts verified; no claim needed for balances up to 1,000
The Labour Ministry has completed bank verification for 1.18 lakh dormant EPFO accounts under its auto-refund pilot. The system is expected to be
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
ITR filing deadline 2026: Only 5 days left till 31 July Key things taxpayers must know
ITR filing deadline 2026 is just five days away for salaried taxpayers, pensioners and investors. Here's who must file by 31 July, key due dates,

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