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8th Pay Commission: Key lessons from 7th Pay Commission that could influence salaries
The 8th Pay Commission may reshape government salaries by taking key lessons from the 7th Pay Commission.
When should young investors pivot from aggressive bets to capital preservation for retirement?
During the accumulation stage, investors will have access to regular income and a long investment horizon, allowing them to take advantage of the
HDFC Bank credit card caps SmartBuy brand voucher rewards from July 1 What changes for customers?
HDFC Bank has revised its SmartBuy rewards program, introducing a cap on reward points for brand voucher purchases on major premium credit cards.
Buying the dip vs SIP: Which strategy delivers better returns? Here's what math says
Market swings often lead investors to seek ideal buying moments. However, historical data shows systematic investment plans outperform market tim
The Centre has implemented the EPF Scheme, 2026, replacing the 1952 scheme. Effective June 29, 2026, it retains contribution rates while enhancin
Govt maintains sugar allocation for July at year-ago level as prices rise
Cumulative domestic allocation remains 3% below last season; exports seen unlikely next year
SK Hynix commands a significant share of the HBM market and its Nasdaq listing may raise billions for expansion. However, the overall demand is h
Centre notifies minimum wage 300/day under VB-G RAM G
Opposition demands 500 daily wages, criticises revamped scheme replacing MGNREGA across the country
Modi-Takaichi talks to focus on economic, energy security, AI, supply chains
India, Japan to deepen strategic partnership amid West Asia turmoil, Chinas growing assertiveness and evolving US trade and technology policies
Centre clears 14,115-crore highway projects for Delhi, Uttar Pradesh
Cabinet approves Delhi tunnel link and Kanpur-Kabrai Greenfield corridor to ease congestion and strengthen regional connectivity
Dream Sports will shut down its fintech platform Dream Money on July 30. Here's what happens to your mutual funds, fixed deposits and digital gol
IndiGo introduces new entry-level economy class fare
Airline launches cabin baggage-only travel option across domestic and international non-stop flights
Indias retail electric car registrations rise 89% in April-June
Signalling Indias transition from internal combustion engine vehicles to electric mobility is entering a broader, more mainstream phase
Intellecap, Avio Smart Market Stack sign MoU to strengthen FPOs
Avio Stack will provide end-to-end digital capabilities through the Avio SMART platform, enabling farmer onboarding, procurement management, inve
Rupee logs sharpest fall since June 8, Closes at three-week low of 95.25/$
The rupee fell sharply to a three-week low of 95.25/$, driven by aggressive dollar buying and rising global pressures.
SOPA sees soybean sowing gaining pace, expects it to exceed last years levels
Estimates acreage at 28.9 lakh ha as of end-June
GST collection surges 14% in June
Net collections up 11.2% even as refunds accelerate 29%; first quarter sees 8.4% growth in gross collections
Five firms show interest in development of Kamarajar Ports proposed bulk terminals
The proposed project involves the construction of two mechanised bulk berths, each measuring 425 metres in length, designed to handle cape-size v
Selling property or stocks? These 5 smart hacks can help you save capital gains tax
Capital gains tax can be minimized through strategic planning and compliance with the Income Tax Act. Taxpayers may claim exemptions, utilize cap
Zerodha's Nithin Kamath highlights long account-opening processes as a barrier for NRIs to benefit from FCNR deposits. The RBI's favorable change
Centre slashes 5 KG LPG cylinder prices; reduces Commercial LPG & domestic ATF rates
The price of a 19-kg commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder was reduced by 183.50 per cylinder bringing down the cost in Delhi to 2,93
SEBI has proposed a performance-based fee framework for mutual funds, linking fees to a fund's performance rather than a fixed ratio. However, in
Monsoon readies to enter Delhi as IMD confirms watch for first low
Conditions are favourable for further advance to more parts of Gujarat; Madhya Pradesh; Uttar Pradesh; Haryana and Chandigarh, Punjab; and parts
SpiceJet secures first tranche of ECLGS funding; receives 150 crore
Budget carrier begins drawing down government-backed emergency credit line as it looks to strengthen liquidity
ITR filing 2026: 6 costly mistakes salaried taxpayers should avoid before 31 July deadline
As the last date of filing ITR looms closer, it is important to be careful about certain key factors. These include choosing the right ITR form a
New vs old regime: Earning 20 LPA? Here's which regime saves you over 1 lakh
The tax regime choice becomes more nuanced at a 20 lakh annual salary, where the Section 87A rebate is no longer available. A comparison shows wh
NRI selling investments? Here's how you can save capital gains tax
Section 215 of the Income Tax Act, 2025 allows eligible NRIs to claim exemption from long-term capital gains tax. But the benefit is available on
Low-volatility mutual funds: Should you invest? Here's what experts say
Low-volatility mutual funds seek to cushion market downturns while keeping investors invested in equities. Understand how the strategy works and
From ITR to Aadhaar: Key financial changes kicking in from July 1
Several financial changes come into effect from 1 July, including revised ITR filing deadlines, free Aadhaar email updates and new RBI rules agai
Modern borrower expects instant payments, real time updates and more
The once-difficult access to information has made borrowers more aware. They compare loan products and interest rates, and regularly track their
Starting SIP at 25 vs 35: How a 10-year delay can shrink your retirement corpus by nearly 25 lakh
Delaying a SIP by 10 years can significantly reduce retirement corpus due to the loss of compounding. A 1,000 monthly SIP started at 25 years of
First time borrowers to lead the next wave of credit growth in India
The next wave of credit growth is likely to emerge from segments that have historically been underserved, overlooked, or difficult to evaluate th
10-5-3 rule of investing: Why it helps investors build realistic wealth expectations
Smart investing starts with realistic expectations. The 10-5-3 rule helps beginners understand investment returns, compare asset classes, manage
Vehicle makers maintain positive momentum in June dispatches
Maruti, M&M post robust June growth; Hyundai domestic dispatches fall 10% on supply disruption
Fuel inflation isn't just about petrol. It changes your entire financial plan
Fuel price shocks ripple through transport, food and household budgets. Here's what history teachesand the practical financial strategies familie
SWP taxation explained: Why every withdrawal from a mutual fund can have a different tax liability
For tax purposes, each SWP payout is considered a partial redemption of mutual fund units. This means every withdrawal comprises two components:
mAadhaar app retires: Will your Aadhaar data be deleted? Key features of new app
The new Aadhaar app replaces mAadhaar with safer digital verification, face authentication and QR features. Existing mAadhaar data remains availa
Experts point out that course certificates alone don't count for much. Market premiums and career advancement go to those who can translate cours
Tea Board defers rollout of new web-based auction platform
New platform to be introduced from Sale 29 in Kolkata on July 14 and 15, followed by Coonoor on July 16 and 17
Jayant Agro working on short duration castorseed with ICAR institutes, varsities
It can help farmers to bring more area under the non-edible oilseed, says the companys chairman Abhay Udeshi
Industry calls for National Stainless Steel Policy, anti-corrosion mission
Indian Stainless Steel Development Association ties up with the Global Stainless Steel Expo
IndiGo launches cheaper tickets for passengers with cabin baggage only
IndiGo's Lite fare will provide passengers with a lower base price with an auto-assigned seat at no additional cost, and a cabin bag allowance of
GST mop-up grows 14% to 1.95 lakh crore in June
Gross collections from domestic transactions up 6.5% at 1.35 lakh crore, while import revenues rose 34.6% to 60,038 crore
Trader gets 21 lakh tax demand over demonetisation cash, wins at ITAT
A Karnataka trader won relief after the ITAT held that old currency deposits backed by business records and affidavits cannot be treated as unexp
PMI Manufacturing dipped to 54.2 in June
Concerns over demand and market conditions dampened business confidence to a five-month low
Listed shares, intraday trading, unlisted shares, equity mutual funds and F&O: Tax rules explained
The tax on equity investments in India depends on the type of investment, the holding period and type of gains. While listed shares and equity mu
Aviation fuel price cut by 5 per litre for domestic airlines
Effective price for ATF now at 110 per litre
Govt approval mandatory for Adani stake transfer in Vizhinjam port: Kerala CM
Adani Ports on Tuesday said MSC will acquire a 49 per cent stake in Vizhinjam port in Kerala for about $1.4 billion
Gold and silver prices today, 1 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major In
EPFO extends online service outage till July 1; services to resume from July 2
EPFO has extended its planned system migration, delaying the restoration of online member and employer services by another day. Subscribers will
Weak monsoon may intensify water stress, threaten kharif sowing: Report
A weak monsoon would amount to a fresh supply-side shockfor the economy, says NSE Market Pulse report
DA hike July 2026: AICPI-IW rises to 150.8, Dearness Allowance revision awaited
DA hike July 2026 estimates rise after AICPI-IW reaches 150.8. Here's the latest inflation data, the expected Dearness Allowance revision, the ca
8th Pay Commission FAQs: 10 key facts for central government employees in July 2026
Big changes are ahead as the 8th Pay Commission enters key discussions in July 2026, covering salary revision, fitment factor and pension updates
Not all agricultural land sales are tax-free: Check what is taxable and how to report it
Taxpayers may believe that income tax doesn't apply to agricultural land sales, but this isn't always true. Tax liability depends on location and
Windfall levy on petrol hiked, lowered on diesel, ATF
Revised rates effective from July 15 with exemptions extended to Mauritius and Maldives
Gold loans are becoming the biggest driver of consumer borrowing? Here's what RBI FSR report says
Gold loans have become India's fastest-growing retail credit, recording a CAGR of 42.4% since March 2024, nearly double the 23% growth in non-hou
The RBI's stress tests revealed 44 open-ended debt mutual funds breached liquidity thresholds in March 2026. Despite this, the central bank repor
After 40% deficient June rain, India to get below-normal monsoon in July, says IMD
The situation could lead to water stress and farmers should opt for short-duration crops, says IMD Director-General Mrutyunjay Mohapatra
Inflation readings may remain relatively contained in coming months, says FinMin report
The report called for a reorientation of farm pricing policies and prioritised policy reforms in the water sector
Despite market volatility, SIP inflows reached a record 32,086 crore in March 2026, according to the RBI's Financial Stability Report.
GJC urges Centre to relook at taxation, customs duty hike
The Council emphasised that taxation changes, customs duty hikes and global geopolitical tensions have been the defining factors of the year so f
How much does it cost to relocate to Hyderabad? Microsoft techie says 3.6 lakh
Krish, shared a detailed breakdown of the expenses involved in the move, including rent, security deposit, furniture, appliances and other househ
Delhi Airport handled 7.5 million Domestic-to-International transfer passengers in FY26
Airport operator says transfer traffic accounts for nearly one-fourth of total passenger volumes
1 lakh crore of credit under ECLGS 5.0 already disbursed to small enterprises: MSME Secretary
The Cabinet approved ECLGS 5.0 in May to provide emergency credit support to businessesKhera says delayed payments remain one of the biggest chal
Subsidy on food, fertilizer, fuel jumps over 47% in April-May period
Fiscal deficit surges 9.6% to 1.62 lakh crore in end-May
Yaras 2025 Sustainability Report highlights operational, environmental and social milestones
The report has been prepared in alignment with the Global Reporting Initiative Universal Standards 2021
From 90,000 salary to 15 lakh debt: Viral LinkedIn post explains a financial spiral
A LinkedIn post by SEBI-registered investment advisor Vivek S G (Sulegai), founder of Wealth Crafts, is resonating with users after he shared the
Gandhinagar to host 2-day Speciality Fertilizer Summit and B2B Expo from July 2
The summit will discuss ways to promote innovation, reduce import dependency, and accelerate Indias journey towards self-reliance in the specialt
Full import duty waiver on critical petrochemical products extended till July 15
The exemption was provided to ensure sufficient availability of petrochemicals in the domestic market
Pension funds can help build developed India: CEA Nageswaran
They can support growth-oriented investments while ensuring liability-aware returns for subscribers
The government has maintained interest rates on small savings schemes for the July-September 2026 quarter, marking the ninth consecutive quarter
Health insurance companies will soon offer top-up health cover to National Pension System subscribers via PFRDA's NPS Swasthya product, set to la
Gujarats Kharif sowing slows sharply as 82% rain deficit keeps farmers off fields
The area sown so far is just 15% of Gujarats normal Kharif acreage of around 85 lakh hectares, highlighting the extent to which weak monsoon acti
Alphabet joins Dow Jones, SpaceX enters Nasdaq 100: Which stock should Indian investors choose?
Experts suggest Indian investors can get exposure through international mutual funds, US-focused ETFs, or direct overseas investing under the LRS
Home loans set for steady 17-18% AUM growth in fiscal 27-28: Crisil
Loans against property (LAP), the other major business segment, are expected to grow faster at around 23% over the same period, even as lenders s
Monsoon: June ends with 40% deficit rainfall, all eyes on July
Only 9 out of 36 meteorological subdivisions, having one-fourth share in Indias geographical area, have reported normal or higher rainfall
Is an online will legally valid? Here's what families should know
A will prepared using an online platform is legally valid in India if it meets statutory requirements. But families should ensure it reflects the
Why hybrid SIFs are attracting investors
Hybrid long-short strategies accounted for 9,709 crore of investor assets, which was around 70% of the total SIF AUM of 13,814 crore
Govt extends deadline for filing appeals before GST appellate tribunal check new due date
The Government has extended the deadline for filing appeals with the GST Appellate Tribunal after stakeholders raised concerns about technical di
Cement prices likely to remain under pressure in July amid monsoon, weak demand: Report
Dealers see limited scope for hikes as construction activity slows
What are multi-asset allocation funds? Comparing the top 5 funds by portfolio allocation
Multi-asset allocation funds provide diversification by investing across at least three asset classes, helping reduce dependence on any single in
RSU paradox: when your biggest wealth creator becomes a concentration risk
RSUs can be powerful wealth creators, but holding on to every vested share ties your career and investments to the same company, creating a conce
Changing jobs soon? Fix these EPF transfer errors before resigning for a smooth PF transfer
Avoid costly PF transfer delays before changing jobs. Checking your EPF transfer records, UAN, KYC and employment details before resigning can pr
India's FMCG sector growth remains resilient despite inflationary headwinds: Report
The brokerage noted that sectoral growth is resilient, driven by improved pricing power, seasonal demand, innovation, and GST cuts in some catego
UPI is now live in Greece: What Indian travelers should know before visiting Athens, Mykonos
With UPI now live in Greece, eligible customers can transfer money instantly, securely, and seamlessly, with transaction costs reducing drastical
India auto registrations rise 19.4% in H1FY27 as battle shifts to alternative powertrains
VAHAN data shows PVs lead growth as EV and CNG adoption gains momentum..
Due date for filing appeal before GSTAT extended till July 31
Earlier, the due date was June 30
Why your used-car loan costs more than you think
Used-car financing now drives nearly 60% of platform transactions, but loans carry steeper rates (9-18%) and hidden costs like GPS-device fees an
Gen Z professionals in India are increasingly prioritizing work-life balance and skill development over promotions and salary hikes, according to
Kharif sowing slumps 23% amid delayed monsoon; key reservoirs level at 26% storage
El Nino conditions are currently present over the equatorial Pacific Ocean and are expected to strengthen further during the June-September monso
