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Skipping ITR filing in 2026 may lead to penalties, lost tax benefits and financial setbacks
Ignoring ITR filing in 2026 can trigger penalties, delayed refunds and lost tax benefits. Timely Income Tax Return filing helps protect your financial record, supports loan and visa applications, and ensures compliance with tax rules while preserving important tax advantages.
E20 is in your tank. Is your insurance policy keeping up?
Indias shift to E20 fuel hasnt changed motor insurance policies. For owners of older vehicles, the real risk lies in engine damage that may fall outside standard policy cover.
How income tax clubbing provisions on gifted money can work in your favour
A recent tax tribunal ruling highlights how income tax clubbing provisions can help taxpayers reduce their tax liability.
NPS update: PFRDA allows govt entities to use PoP services for 500 annually
Government entities facing operational and technical challenges in managing NPS functions can continue availing PoP services. PFRDA has fixed the charge at 500 per subscriber a year, effective immediately.
Can the tax department deny TDS credit if your employer defaults? ITAT answers
A recent Mumbai ITAT ruling has brought relief to salaried taxpayers facing tax demands due to their employer's failure to deposit TDS. The tribunal held that an employee cannot be penalised for an employer's default once tax has already been deducted from salary.
Markets claw back losses; Trent, IndiGo surge as Bajaj Auto, Maruti drag
Private banks and retail stocks lead broad-based rebound amid volatility
Sensex jumps over 775 pts led by banks, financial rally
At 12.40 pm, Sensex traded 625.54 points or 0.82 per cent positive at 76,826.22, and Nifty 50 increased by 151.85 points or 0.64 per cent to 23,975.95.
Form 15G vs Form 15H explained: Who can submit these forms to avoid TDS on interest income?
Form 15G and Form 15H are self-declaration forms that allow eligible taxpayers to receive interest income without TDS deduction. Form 15G is meant for resident individuals below 60 years of age, while Form 15H is for resident senior citizens aged 60 years and above.
IRFC shares tumble nearly 6% as OFS opens for non-retail investors today; Govt to sell 2% stake
The sharp decline in the stock came as non-retail investors began bidding in the share sale, with the floor price set at 91 per share, representing a 7.79 per cent discount to IRFCs previous closing price.
Diamonds are forever. Their value isn't.
Diamonds may hold emotional value, but they rarely hold their worth in the secondary market.
EPFO update: How to check EPF balance, employer contribution and FY 2025-26 interest credit
A small EPF check today can protect your retirement savings tomorrow. Track EPF interest, monitor PF balance and verify employer contributions regularly to ensure timely deposits, accurate account records and better financial security for the years ahead.
8th Pay Commission: 5 major NC-JCM reforms could reshape central government jobs
A major push for change, the 8th Pay Commission is reviewing five key cadre management reforms proposed by NC-JCM. The recommendations focus on equal pay, faster promotions, vacancy filling, recruitment improvements and better career growth for central government employees.
Honasa shares slip 3% after it announces acquisition of nutraceuticals maker Fluence Pharma
The stock opened higher at 429.05, before declining sharply, with sell orders outpacing buys roughly 70-30
Gold slips to two-week low as Fed rate-hike bets buoy dollar
Spot gold fell 1.1% to $4,064.01 per ounce, having earlier hit its lowest since June 11. U.S. gold futures for August delivery declined 1.7% to $4,080.80.
Zydus Wellness sets up EU subsidiary in Ireland to expand vitamins business
Zydus Wellness (EU) Ltd has been incorporated through the company's UAE-based subsidiary, Zydus Wellness International DMCC
Gold and silver prices dropped marginally in India's retail market on June 24. MCX gold futures decreased by 1.17% to 145,060 per 10 grams, while silver declined by 0.39% to 2,25,490 per kg amid mixed Asian tech stock performance.
Think you don't need to file an ITR? Check these 9 triggers first
ITR filing is not determined only by income levels or tax liability. Several financial transactions and asset holdings can independently trigger a mandatory return filing requirement.
Rupee falls 10 paise to 94.86 against US dollar in early trade
A sharp decline in global crude oil prices and FII inflows supported the local unit to prevent a sharper decline, forex traders said
Markets open cautiously; Tech stocks lead gains, Bajaj Auto drags
Sensex, which closed at 76,200.68 on Tuesday, opened at 76,229.76 and was trading at 76,338.00, up 137.32, as of 9.17 AM. Nifty 50, which ended at 23,824.10, opened at 23,795.80 and was quoting at 23,856.55, up 32.45 points
Does NAV matter when choosing a mutual fund? Here's what experts say
NAV is one of the most visible figures in mutual fund investing, but often the most misunderstood. Experts explain why it should not drive investment decisions.
US Dollar at over one year high as rate hike bets, stock rout boost demand
The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies including the yen and the euro, climbed to a high of 101.44, the strongest level since May 13, 2025.
CSM Tech IPO opens at 197-113 price band
Investors can bid for a minimum of 132 Equity Shares
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Stocks of IRFC, Infosys, Honasa Consumer, Rashi Peripherals, NLC India, Batliboi, Deccan Gold, Tanfac, ARSS Infra, Porstarm, Solarium Green, Imagicaworld will be in focus today
These dozen stocks will remain in focus on Wednesday, June 24
IRFC, Infosys, Honasa Consumer, Rashi Peripherals, NLC India, Batliboi, Deccan Gold, Tanfac, ARSS Infra, ProstarmPorstarm, Solarium Green, Imagicaaworld will be in focus today
South Korean shares surge 4.1% as chip stocks recover
The KOSPI gained more than 330 points to 8,550.21 only moments after trading began at 0000 GMT, with SK Hynix gaining 5% and market bellwether Samsung Electronics jumping more than 9%.
ITR filing 2026: Have foreign assets or income? Not reporting them may cost you 10 lakh
Indian taxpayers must disclose foreign income and assets in their income tax return each year to avoid penalties up to 10 lakhs. Deadline to report foreign assets, importance of such a disclosure among other details explained here.
Energy transition has become a key investment theme for Nikhil Kamath, co-founder of Zerodha Broking Ltd., as the US-Iran war reinforces the sectors importance and creates opportunities across its value chain.
QMS Medical targets 500 crore revenue by FY29 after NSE Mainboard migration
The healthcare solutions company expects strong growth driven by its services business, which includes patient programmes, disease management and healthcare engagement solutions
Indian, global stocks turn weak as AI-heavy Korea plunges 10%
South Koreas Kospi plunged 10 per cent on Tuesday, briefly triggering a circuit breaker, and the shockwaves were felt acutely in Mumbai
Planning an International trip? You may not get entry to these countries without a travel insurance
Many international destinations now require travelers to have insurance coverage to enter, a trend heightened by the Covid pandemic. These policies help cover medical costs and emergencies, with uninsured tourists often denied entry.
Government to sell up to 2 per cent stake in IRFC via OFS from Wednesday
The move is part of the governments broader disinvestment programme, which has already raised 16,480 crore in FY25 through stake sales in multiple PSUs and banks.
SpaceX falls below IPO price: How much of your money should be in futuristic tech?
Wall Street's tech stocks fell sharply as concerns about AI-driven gains grew. Nasdaq and S&P 500 dropped, with losses in semiconductor stocks and SpaceX leading the charge.
The move comes as GIFT Citys broker-dealer ecosystem continues to expand, with more than 100 registered entities
SEBI proposes common advertising code for regulated entities
Regulator seeks to standardise advertising rules across intermediaries, allow celebrity brand endorsements
Radhika Gupta explains IPO funds: What investors should know about this niche mutual fund category
IPO funds are equity mutual fund schemes that invest primarily in recently listed companies. Rather than applying for individual IPOs, investors get a portfolio of newly listed stocks. As Radhika Gupta notes, Rather than figuring out which IPO to invest in every month, let a fund do it for you!
Gold declines 3,000, silver tanks by 10,500 in Delhi amid dollar rally
In the international markets, spot gold slipped $70.33, or nearly 2 per cent, at $4,121.10 per ounce, while silver fell over 4 per cent to trade at $62.27 per ounce.
SpaceX stock down by 16%: Will your mutual fund investments take a hit?
SpaceX is experiencing a fourth day of stock losses amid a tech sell-off, dropping about 3% to $150. This follows a record $75 billion IPO last week, with investors concerned about AI enthusiasm. SpaceX has lost over $600 billion in value since the decline began.
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Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC appoints Bhatia as Head of passive funds
Bhatias announcement reinforces ABSLAMCs deep focus on accelerating growth in passive investing which has been witnessing significant momentum.
Nikhil Kamath sees energy transition stocks as key India bet
IT sector, among the worst performers in equity market, is one of Kamaths contrarian bets
Selling assets like shares, mutual funds, gold, or property triggers capital gains tax. Section 54F of the Income Tax Act offers exemptions if long-term profits are reinvested into residential property. Details here.
KOSPI meltdown drags Indian indices into red; Nifty falls 279 points
The IT sector bore the brunt of the selling, declining more than 2 per cent
Raising a child varies significantly in cost across Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. I asked ChatGPT to compare expenses across cities.
AI chatbots can assist with financial advice but should not replace professional guidance. Their effectiveness depends on user prompts; poor questions may lead to inaccurate responses.
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: Markets closed in the red as Sensex dropped 893 points and Nifty fell 278 points amid sectoral weakness in IT and metals. Pharma gained. Declines dominated advances, with nearly two-thirds of stocks ending lower across broader market segments.
Is your credit score enough for loan approval? Heres what lenders check beyond CIBIL
A strong credit score opens doors to better loans, but lenders now assess more than numbers. This article explains key factors behind loan approval, including income stability, repayment behaviour, credit utilisation, and overall financial health.
Rupee falls 11 paise to settle at 94.74 against US dollar
Rupee opened at 94.73 against the US dollar and traded in a range of 94.63-94.92 before settling at 94.74 (provisional), down 11 paise from its previous close
Waterways Leisure Tourism IPO subscribed 15% on Day 1
The retail investors portion was subscribed 0.77 times, while the non-institutional investors (NII) category saw a muted response with subscriptions of 0.03 times
Spent over 2 lakh on foreign travel? You may have to file ITR even with no taxable income
According to Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at the Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society (BCAS), the Income Tax Department tracks spending patterns and high-value transactions, making return filing mandatory in several situations even when taxable income is low or nil.
What is DTAA? How Indian taxpayers can avoid paying tax twice on foreign income
A Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) is a bilateral tax treaty signed between India and another country. Its purpose is to define how different types of income earned across borders will be taxed and to provide relief where the same income may otherwise be taxed in both countries.
5 steps to trace deceased investor assets using Consolidated Account Statement
Hidden investments can become difficult to trace after an investors passing. A Consolidated Account Statement (CAS) helps legal heirs identify, track and claim mutual funds, securities and demat holdings linked to the deceased investors PAN.
Gold loans surge 84% in FY26, emerge as mainstream credit driver: Experian
Repeat borrowers dominate as ticket sizes double, growth spreads beyond southern markets, and asset quality improves amid rising gold prices and expanding credit access
A mutual fund factsheet is published by an Asset Management Company (AMC) every month. It provides a snapshot of a scheme's performance, portfolio, and risk metrics. It helps investors understand how the fund is managed and how it has performed over time.
In Indias PMS boom, discipline may matter more than activity
As India's wealthy turn to PMS for concentrated bets, investors must look beyond returns and assess tax efficiency, deployment strategy and capacity discipline.
IT selloff drags Nifty below 24,000; pharma stocks buck the trend
Pharma bucked the broader trend and remained the standout performer of the session. Cipla led gains on the Nifty 50, rising 2.56 per cent to 1,452 with over 37.20 lakh shares traded worth 53,831.39 lakh
Investors turned cautious after the recent rally, while attention shifted to the progress of the monsoon as a key near-term trigger for market direction
Choose right personal loan by comparing interest rates, tenure and repayment flexibility
Choose the right personal loan for your financial goals. Comparing interest rates, loan tenure, repayment flexibility and processing charges can help reduce costs, improve affordability and support better long-term financial planning.
Turtlemint IPO Day 3: Subscribed 56% by midday, retail investors lead demand
The retail investors portion was subscribed 0.78 times, while the qualified institutional buyers category received bids for 0.73 times the shares reserved
The Boss Scam turns trust into a cyber threat by impersonating authority figures. This article explains how fraudsters impersonate CEOs and regulators using urgent messages. It also highlights simple steps to prevent cyber fraud and financial losses.
Getty Images surges 145% after announcing OpenAI deal
The companys shares have been hurt by the artificial intelligence scare trade, which has rippled through various corners of the market, from software and IT services firms to so-called old economy industries such as logistics
Bharti Airtel completes share swap with ICIL, raises Africa stake to 79%
Telecom major acquires 16.3% stake from ICIL and issues fresh shares in a composite transaction
DEE Development Engineers' subsidiary bags 64-crore windmill tower order
DEE Development Engineers' shares under pressure, fall 2.24% to 660 on NSE
Rupee Falls 6 Paise to 94.69 Against US Dollar in Early Trade
Stronger dollar, FII outflows and weak domestic equities weigh on the Indian currency
Sebis investor tools multiply, but awareness lags behind
From verified trading apps to AI-led fraud detection, Indias regulator is rolling out new tools to protect retail investorsbut awareness remains the missing link.
Nifty holds at 24,000 as IT stocks drag, crude below $80 supports mood
The weakness in IT stocks reflected global cues, with the Nasdaq underperforming overnight amid profit-taking in large-cap technology names.
The Nifty India Internet Index tracks the performance of companies that primarily operate through digital and online platforms. The index currently includes 27 stocks, offering exposure to a diverse range of internet-driven businesses.
Top International funds returned up to 203% in a year. Can you still invest?
International mutual funds delivered some of the strongest returns in the industry over the past year, led by Taiwan and Asian market exposure. Yet many of the category's top-performing schemes remain closed or restricted for fresh investments.
8th Pay Commission: AIDEF seeks review of DA and DR inflation formula to better reflect living costs
Rising inflation concerns spark fresh demands for reform as Defence employees urge the 8th Pay Commission to overhaul the DA and DR calculation formula. AIDEF says the current inflation index fails to reflect the true cost of living for employees and pensioners.
Waterways Leisure Tourism opens today at 769-808 price band
The IPO is a fresh issue up to 585 crore and investors can bid for a minimum of 18 shares
Advit Jewels 165 cr-IPO opens today; price band fixed at 130-138
The IPO is entirely a fresh issue of 165.20 crore for up to 1,19,68,000 equity shares.
Flat opening seen for Nifty, Sensex on Tuesday
Holiday curtailed week to see muted participation
8th Pay Commission may revamp HRA structure as employee unions seek higher rates and DA linkage
Rising living and housing costs have intensified calls for major reforms to the 8th Pay Commission HRA. Employee unions have proposed higher HRA rates, DA-linked revisions and regular city reviews to ensure central government employees and pensioners receive better support against inflation.
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Gabriel India (1,242) BUY
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Gabriel India's share price can rise to 1,500
Focus will be on these 10 stocks on Tuesday
Triggers for Craftsman Automation, JSW Infra, Vodafone Idea, BEL, Hindustan Zinc, Apar Industries, Info Edge, Horizon Reclaim, GHV Infra, Birla Corp
Corporate health insurance is common in compensation packages, but employees often wonder if premiums from employer-provided plans are deductible under Section 80D. Here's the answer to your question.
KSIIDC pays 143 crore dividend to Karnataka government
The dividend payout follows a strong financial performance by KSIIDC, which recorded a post-tax net profit of 188.41 crore during the 2024-25 financial year
Jindal Poly Films shareholders move SC to revive class-action suit
Shareholders raised concern over the Supreme Court judgment setting aside the NCLT and NCLAT orders, disposing of the corporate class action suit with consent and appointing Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava as sole arbitrator
Inflows into gold ETFs turned positive last week after 5 weeks
However, there was a $2 exit for every $3 inflow in the week ending June 19, WGC data show
AMFI reshuffle expected to see a marginal rise in large-cap cut-off, drop in mid-cap bar
Quality stocks lift large-cap bar; mid-cap eligibility eases amid market divergence
RBI intervenes with $8.94 billion forex sales as rupee weakens; gold holdings unchanged
The rupee weakened sharply to a record low of 96.96 per dollar, driven by rising oil prices, higher global bond yields and geopolitical tensions linked to the U.S.-Iran conflict
AI for financial advice is gaining traction, particularly among young adults. However, experts warn that AI can overlook real-world situations, leading to impractical recommendations.
Gold, silver rebound as weak rupee, global rally revive bullion demand
Gold, with 99.9% purity, ended its four-day losing streak, rising 1,700 to 1,52,300 per 10 grams; Silver also increased by 4,800 to 2,45,500 per kilogram, up from 2,40,700
Buying US stocks via GIFT City? Heres how capital gains and dividend tax work
GIFT City has emerged as a new route for Indians seeking exposure to US stocks. But the tax treatment can vary based on the transaction, investor status and the applicability of Section 47(viiab).
West Bengal govt announces 20% DA hike: When will it implemented? Here's what you need to know
The West Bengal BJP government presented its first budget, announcing a 20% increase in dearness allowance and relief for state employees and pensioners. This enhanced DA will be effective from October 1, 2026. Details here.
Bajaj Auto clears 5,633 crore buyback at 12,000 per share
The buyback will be conducted through the tender offer route on a proportionate basis, using the stock exchange mechanism prescribed under SEBI's Buyback Regulations, 2018
Nifty claws back Friday's losses; Rupee stumbles despite softer crude
Sensex closed at 77,094.07, up 291.17 points or 0.38 per cent., while the Nifty 50 settled at 24,102.90, a gain of 89.80 points or 0.37 per cent
Sensex Today, Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: Stock markets rebounded on Monday, with Sensex rising 291 points and Nifty gaining 89.80 points, driven by easing crude prices, strong global cues, foreign inflows and hopes of progress in USIran talks, even as the rupee weakened against the dollar.
