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Many property sellers may end up paying more tax under the 20% tax regime with indexation than under the flat 12.5% LTCG tax. The benefit of indexation depends on how much the property's value has appreciated over time, making it important to compare both tax calculations before filing.
A portfolio invested entirely in equities typically suffers the deepest drawdowns, whereas adding debt investments can substantially reduce losses during market corrections.
AMFI's latest market-cap review has reshuffled several stocks across the large, mid and small-cap categories. While companies such as BSE, BHEL and Vodafone Idea moved up, others including Hero MotoCorp and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories slipped to lower categories based on average market capitalisation.
Xtranet Technologies plans 167-crore IPO to fund expansion and debt repayment
Proceeds to support capital expenditure, working capital and business growth
The move is intended to address operational challenges frequently faced by families during the transmission process while ensuring a smoother and more uniform experience across mutual fund houses.
Are you 35 or older? Here's why life insurance deserves a place in your financial portfolio
After age 35, financial responsibilities typically increase, making a balanced portfolio more important. Experts recommend combining life insurance with equity investments, mutual funds & SIPs to build long-term wealth, protect family finances, manage liabilities & boost overall financial security.
The Income Tax Department has introduced a Foreign Assets Information (FAI) report on its Compliance Portal. Taxpayers can securely download their foreign asset information in a password-protected PDF, review the reported details, and submit feedback if they identify any discrepancies.
Crypto in your portfolio? Experts share key disclosures and compliance tips for ITR filing
From selecting the correct ITR form to maintaining transaction records across exchanges and wallets, investors with crypto holdings need to pay close attention to disclosures to avoid notices and ensure smooth tax filing.
The 10-10-10 SIP rule: A simple formula for long-term wealth creation
The 10-10-10 SIP rule helps investors build long-term wealth by investing for 10 years, assuming 10% annual returns and increasing SIP contributions by 10% each year. Learn how step-up SIPs can create a larger corpus through disciplined investing and compounding.
Bank holiday today? Check if SBI, HDFC, ICICI are open or closed on 18 July RBI calendar here
Most public and private banks across India will remain open today, on Saturday, 18 July. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s holiday calendar, bank operations will continue as normal since it is the third Saturday of the month
Income-tax returns: Top 10 things first time taxpayers must keep in mind while filing ITR
Income-tax returns: Attention first time taxpayers! From required documents, to which forms to fill, and the deadline date here are the top 10 important things to keep in mind while filing your ITR.
The IPO paradox: Why bigger isnt always better
For most large IPOs, post listing performance is abysmal
EPF Withdrawal Rules: Pulling out your PF money? Heres when its taxable and how to keep it tax-free
Understanding these rules is essential, particularly if you are switching jobs, dealing with a financial emergency or planning to access your retirement savings before retirement.
The EPFO has discontinued UAN activation and new generation through the portal and shifted both services to the Umang app with Aadhaar-based Face Authentication (FAT) requirement. Here's how first-time users can complete activation
Brokers call: HDFC Life Insurance (Buy)
Mirae Asset Sharekhan
8th Pay Commission ToR outlines salary, DA, pension and allowance changes: Check full list
8th Pay Commission: The official terms of reference (ToR) outline what central government employees and pensioners can expect from the 8th CPC's recommendations. From DA hike to revised salary structure, pension, allowances and other benefits Check full list of likely announcements here.
The DoE reiterated that if an employee's monthly NPS contribution is credited past the established deadline, interest must be paid to the subscriber for the duration of the delay. This compensatory interest will match the prevailing PPF interest rate, which currently stands at 7.1%
Probate of a Will in India confirms its validity and gives legal authority to the executor. Check and understand the process, documents required, court procedure, recent changes, and when probate can help prevent inheritance disputes.
DA hike: If not July, when could the next Dearness Allowance increase come this year?
Dearness Allowance: Even if no DA hike is announced this month in July 2026, central government employees and pensioners could still see a second increase sometime in the second half of the year during the festive season.
Markets defy global gloom; crude tops $85
The Nifty 50 rose 1.09%, or 262 points, to settle at 24,334, while the Sensex advanced 1.25% to close at 78,151
JSW One Platforms IPO: JSW Steel to raise up to 811 crore through stake sale
Board approves participation as promoter selling shareholder; Q1 net profit at 4,696 crore
Can a 2,000 monthly SIP really make you a crorepati? Lets do the maths
Investing just 2,000 every monthan amount many people spend on leisure activities or eating outcan potentially grow into a corpus of more than 1 crore.
The best-performing flexi cap fund returned 9.91% over the past year, while only five schemes crossed the 8% mark. Experts say the muted performance reflects market conditions, not poor fund management.
EPF Scheme 2026: New rules for exempted PF trusts, what employees must know
The Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026 introduces an interest rate ceiling, mandatory digital compliance and stricter governance norms for exempted PF trusts run by eligible employers. Here's what the new rules mean for employees.
Hospitalized? 10 essential steps for hassle-free health insurance claim settlement
Health insurance claims can become stressful during emergencies. These 10 practical steps, from hospital admission to discharge, ensure faster cashless claim settlement, avoid delays, manage documents properly and reduce financial pressure, especially during emergencies.
PF after retirement: When does your EPF balance stop earning interest? EPFO rules explained
Retirement does not automatically stop interest on your EPF balance. Here's how long your provident fund continues to earn interest under the EPF Scheme, 2026, based on your retirement age.
CEAT shares slump over 9.3% as Q1 profit plunges
The stock traded at 3,550.40 on the NSE at 10.20 am after falling to an intraday low of 3,471.10 from the previous close of 3,829.60
Todays Gold Rate in India July 17: Gold prices down in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on July 17
Jio Financial shares surge 6% as Q1 profit jumps 156% y-o-y
Its consolidated net profit for Q1FY27 rallied 156 per cent y-o-y to 830 crore.
Wipro shares fall over 2% after Q1 results and weak outlook disappoint Street
Jefferies maintained its underperform rating on the stock and cut its target price to 150 from 180 and said another soft quarter and September 2026 quarter guidance implied a delayed recovery
Gold and silver prices today, 17 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.
Q1 Results Today, 17th July 2026 Live Updates: Catch live updates
The 8th Pay Commission is likely to revise salaries and allowances for nearly 1.1 crore central government employees and pensioners. While the fitment factor is yet to be finalised, estimates indicate how HRA for Level 14-16 employees could increase under different fitment scenarios.
Government may bring back UPI MDR for large merchants: Who could be affected?
The Centre is considering reintroducing a merchant discount rate (MDR) on select UPI transactions. If approved, the levy is expected to apply only to large merchants and higher-value payments, while small businesses and consumers are likely to remain unaffected.
Gold is set for weekly fall amid West Asia tensions. Whats ahead?
Bullion edged higher on Friday to near $3,980 an ounce, but was down 3.4% on the week so far
Don't overpay for growth: Nippon Life AMC's Sailesh Raj Bhan on navigating India's next market cycle
After two years of valuation-led consolidation, Nippon Life AMC's equity CIO Sailesh Raj Bhan says improving earnings, reasonable valuations and a strong macro backdrop are creating fresh opportunities for long-term investors.
Corporate developments remained in focus as Maruti Suzuki, HCLTech, Coal India, ITI, Havells, PhysicsWallah, Shyam Metalics and PC Jeweller announced key business updates, while Pfizer paused a product, Diamond Power secured an order and Sky Gold reported a fraud
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: HEG
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for HEG. The stock has been moving inside a bull channel for more than a year now. After consolidating above the lower end of this channel for over a month, the stock has risen sharply this week. The 11 per cent surge this week indicates that the upmove has gained momentum.
Attention parents! Want to start a public provident fund account for your child? We calculate the minimum amount you would need to invest in their PPF per month in order to successfully set them up for crorepati status in the long run.
Filing ITR alone is not enough, you have to e-verify your return within 30 days so that it does not become invalid and to ensure a smooth refund process from the tax department. Check here for the step-by-step taxpayers' guide
8th pay commission: We take a look at the likely revision in house rent allowance (HRA) for central government employees across levels 6 to 10 in X, Y and Z category cities based on various fitment factor suggestions.
The debt-free trap: Why shunning all forms of credit can actually stunt your financial growth
Before you vow to never borrow another rupee, here is a realistic look at how to make debt work for younot against you.
Ex-Microsoft employee walked away from 1.9 crore salary, shares challenges of starting over
Christian Harms, a former Microsoft employee, has opened up about leaving a corporate job that paid $200,000 (approximately 1.9 crore) a year in Switzerland to start over in Australia.
Brokers Call: Billionbrains Garage (Buy)
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Dearness Allowance: Increase in basic salary component, 3-4% hike expected Why is DA important?
Dearness Allowance (DA) is a percentage of salary for central government employees and pensioners to offset inflation. Updated bi-annually, it rose from 58% to 60% in January 2026, benefiting 50 lakh employees and 65 lakh pensioners. Future hikes depend on AICPI data and government approval.
Flat finish masks turmoil; Nifty holds ground as crude, rupee weigh
Nifty 50 closed at 24,072.75, down 0.02%; Sensex ended at 77,186.87, up 1.40 points
ITR filing 2026: Beyond Form 16 avoid these costly income tax compliance mistakes
Salaried workers who have switched employers, selected a suboptimal tax regime, claimed unsupported deductions, or omitted capital gains face heightened financial risks.
10,000 SIP to 30 lakh: These large & midcap mutual funds led 10-year returns
A 10,000 monthly SIP would have grown to over 30 lakh in these four large & midcap funds. Check the top-performing schemes and how they stack up over shorter investment horizons.
Piramal Finance posts 67% jump in Q1 profit, board clears 4,000 crore fundraise
The stock closed at 2,186.50 on the NSE on Thursday, up 0.76% on the day, giving the company a market capitalisation of approximately 49,620 crore.
Foreign assets are coming soon in AIS: Compliance is about to become harder to ignore
Information on foreign assets will increasingly show up in taxpayers' AIS, but the absence of an asset from the statement does not erase the legal obligation to disclose it.
Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya said the EPFO has processed interest on provident funds of 34 crore members for FY26. Interest earned on EPF contributions is tax-exempt up to 1.5 lakh under Section 80C under the old tax regime.
Aurum PropTech acquires Housing.com in all-equity deal to build AI-powered real estate platform
Aurum will issue 1,97,93,309 equity shares, representing approximately 20.5 per cent of its enlarged share capital, to acquire 100 per cent of Housing.com
SBI Funds Management IPO subscribed 40.44 times so far on final day, driven by QIBs demand
The QIB portion was subscribed 136.65 times, retail investor segment 3.42 times, while the non-institutional investors category saw subscription of 22.43 times
Rupee slips to 96.34/$ despite softer oil, firmer Asian FX as NDF maturities pinch
The rupee closed at 96.3450 per dollar, down 0.1% from its previous close and hovering close to its weakest level in nearly two months.
RBI fixes SGB 2019-20 Series II redemption price at 14,199. Should investors redeem now?
The Reserve Bank of India has fixed the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2019-20 Series II at 14,199 per gram. Investors who bought the bonds in 2019 have earned more than 300% in capital appreciation, but tax implications should also be factored into the decision.
Sterling & Wilson Renewable Energy stock tumbles 7% despite record order book of 13,000 crore
The stock opened at 241.76 and hit a low of 218.79 during the session, with sell-side pressure heavily dominant.
Onward Technologies posts record Q1 revenue of 151.2 crore, stock surges 6.4%
Onward Technologies total market capitalisation crosses 673 crore
RateGain ties up with Sri Lankas Citrus Leisure to drive direct hotel bookings
The partnership aims to reduce Citrus Leisures dependence on third-party online travel agents and improve direct revenue by giving the group unified visibility across its demand generation, pricing, and distribution operations.
What is a home loan top-up and when should you consider it?
A home loan top-up can offer cheaper credit than a personal loanbut only if you understand the costs, eligibility rules and hidden pitfalls.
The new Employees' Pension Scheme, 2026, retains the withdrawal benefit for members who leave service before completing 10 years. However, it introduces a new waiting period before the benefit can be claimed.
Jana SFB shares hit 52-week high as Q1 profit jumps 52%
The rally came after the bank reported a net profit of 155 crore for the quarter ended June 2026, up 52% from 102 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.
Dixon Tech, Kaynes jump after Cabinet clears 62,500 crore for mobile PLI 2.0
Syrma SGS Technology and Amber Enterprises also trade higher
EQUIPPP inks MoU with Telangana Legislature to set up 119 Constituency Foundations across state
Foundations to be structured as independent non-profit Section 8 organisations under the Companies Act
Powerica wins 100MW wind bid from SECI at 3.85/unit; stock rises 2.8%
Powerica currently operates 330.85MW across 12 wind power projects, backed by long-term, fixed-tariff PPAs with GUVNL and SECI, typically for 25-year terms
Early exit: why Indians are surrendering life insurance policies before maturity
Why do millions of policyholders who signed up for a long-term contract exit before maturity?
ITR Filing 2026: Income Tax Department Introduces New Secondary Address Field
Taxpayers filing returns for AY 2026-27 will now have to provide both a primary and a secondary address. The new disclosure has been introduced in all notified ITR forms.
Mutual fund not performing? Here's how experts say you should review it
A fund that tops return charts today may not necessarily be the best fit for your portfolio. Experts say investors should look beyond recent performance and evaluate consistency, risk and investment strategy before making decisions.
Laser Power & Infra shares list at 26% premium on BSE
Stock debuts at 269 on BSE and 250 on NSE
Angel One and Groww shares in focus after Q1 results
Angel One shares rose 1.7% in early trade to 349.40 on the NSE, while shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures rose 2% to 220.98 before declining.
Gold falls as Mideast escalation dims hopes of easing inflation
Spot gold was down 0.6% at $4,034.42 per ounce
ICICI Lombard shares slump 15% to 52-week low after weak Q1 results trigger brokerage downgrades
Brokerages cut target prices amid concerns over earnings outlook
Rupee slips 6 paise to 96.31 against US dollar in early trade
FII outflows continued to weigh on the local unit while a positive start to the day at the domestic equity markets provided support
HDB Financial shares rise over 4% after record Q1 profit, brokerages lift target prices
HDFC Bank arm HDB Financial Services reported a net profit of 785 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, a 38.3% y-o-y increase from 568 crore in the corresponding quarter last year
Nifty edges higher as IT stocks lead gains; SBI Life, ONGC slip
IT stocks dominated the gainers' list, with HCL Technologies leading the pack, rising 2.40 per cent to 1,196, touching its 52-week high of 1,196 on volumes of 2.26 lakh shares worth 2,691.49 lakh.
Q1 Results Today, 16th July 2026 Live Updates: Catch live updates
ITR filing: ITAT deletes 10 lakh Black Money Act penalty over foreign ESOP disclosure
Chennai ITAT held that a genuine failure to disclose foreign ESOPs in Schedule FA of the income tax return does not automatically warrant a penalty under the Black Money Act.
Indian stock market may open weak amid Asia sell-off and rising geopolitical tensions
Kospi, Nikkei tumble further amid West Asia tension
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle. The stock has been moving up inside a channel. The 3 per cent rise on Wednesday has taken the share price well above an intermediate resistance level of 600. This indicates that the upmove is gaining momentum. Moving average cross overs on the daily chart also strengthens the bullish. Bluestone Jewellery and Lifestyle share price can rise to 700, the upper end of the range, in the coming weeks.
SpaceX stock drops below IPO price, putting focus on upcoming tech IPOs
Analysts said the decline reflects normal post-IPO price discovery, but future IPO hopefuls, including OpenAI and Anthropic, are watching closely
EPFO interest credit begins: How members can check if the amount is credited to their accounts
EPFO members can see their annual interest of 8.25% for FY2025-26 in their accounts starting July 15. Here's how you can check your PF balance online.
Property registry alone doesn't prove ownership: Here's what else homebuyers need to do
Purchasing and registering a property does not guarantee legal ownership. Validity relies on the entire title chain and documentation. Mutation, while important for records, does not affect ownership rights, experts said.
Trump's accounts sold Micron, bought Nvidia: Expert warns, Don't mistake it for a strategy
Donald Trump's investment accounts, managed by third parties, have executed over 6,100 stock trades in 2023. Notably, they sold Micron shares while acquiring Nvidia stock, highlighting a contradiction between Trump's public praise for Micron and his accounts' trading decisions.
Warren Buffett confirmed his decision to build Berkshire Hathaway's substantial stake in Alphabet, stating he acted independently of CEO Greg Abel.
EPFO alert: Why updating your profile photo is crucial for e-nominations and PF claims
EPFO members are urged to upload a recent profile photo on the Unified Member Portal to complete e-nominations and online claims. Here's why it matters and how to do it.
Gifting stocks to your spouse, child or friend? Check how the tax rules differ in three scenarios
Gifting stocks can trigger tax implications depending on the relationship between the donor and recipient. Transfers to close relatives are often tax-exempt, while gifts to others exceeding 50,000 are taxable.
How can families preserve art, jewellery and heirlooms for future generations?
A trust can help families preserve art, jewellery and heirlooms across generations by setting clear rules on ownership, access, conservation, display, monetization and succession.
Earnings drown out geopolitics as Nifty ends flat; rupee hits one-month low
Nifty 50 closes at 24,078.50, up just 0.11%,
RIR Power Electronics to list on NSE on Thursday
Gujarat-based semiconductor manufacturer expanding market access
Sensex today | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex closed at 77,185.43; Nifty 50 was to 24,078.50
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Updates: BSE Sensex closed 130.49 pts or 0.17% positive at 77,185.43, and Nifty 50 was up 26.45 pts or 0.11% to 24,078.50.
