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EPF e-nomination can be considered invalid if you miss this key step Here's what to do
EPFO mandates e-nomination for EPF members to ensure smooth transfer of benefits to nominees upon a member's death and avoiding legal disputes. M
PFRDA launches StAR NPS: How the new digital onboarding process works and charges applicable
NPS will be easier to join with the launch of StAR NPS, a digital onboarding platform designed to streamline enrolment and contributions while mi
Provident Fund guide: What are EPF, VPF and how to check your PF passbook
The Provident Fund (PF) is a crucial long-term savings option for salaried employees. Here's how EPF and VPF work and how you can keep a track of
DoCA prescribes standard pack sizes for edible oils under Legal Metrology framework
DoCA announced on Saturday that it has amended the SoP for determining net quantity and standard pack sizes of edible oils and fats
Sold a residential property? Here's how you can save tax on capital gains
Long-term capital gains from property sales are eligible for tax exemptions if reinvested in another residential property within specified time f
Monsoon advances even as El Nio signals strengthen
Global climate indicators point to a strengthening likelihood of El Nio conditions in the tropical Pacific
Facebook users part of the $725 million privacy settlement will receive second payments starting June 9. Check whether you are eligible for the p
PM chaired EAC meeting, discussed measures to further boost growth
It discussed new reforms to ease business, boost consumption, and provide relief to people
Govt mandates standard packaging sizes for edible oils to help consumers compare prices
The revised SoP prescribes nine standard pack sizes - 200 ml/g, 500 ml/g, 1 litre/kg, 2 litre/kg, 3 litre/kg, 4 litre/kg, 5 litre/kg, 15 litre/kg
Make in India efforts showing results as import dependence falls in key sectors: Bank of Baroda
The report noted that Indias overall import intensity has remained stable, but sector-level data indicates a gradual move toward greater self-rel
Why you should file your ITR before by the deadline: Top 3 benefits for taxpayers
The ITR filing season for FY 2025-26 is ongoing, with forms notified. Filing late can cause stress, errors, and penalties. Here's why you must fi
Iran oil shock, weak monsoon raises stagflation risk for India, warns Nuvama
The brokerage warned that FY27 could be more challenging despite healthy economic activity in the March quarter
Keralam government forms expert panel to examine high-speed rail proposal
The UDF government had earlier shelved the controversial SilverLine project proposed by the previous LDF regime
The 8th Pay Commission, established in November 2025, is gathering inputs until June 15, 2026. Amid this, some of the proposals put forth to the
A detailed calculation of raising a child in metro cities of India has left people surprised. Reportedly, the school fees are rising at a rate of
RevPAR grew 5.3% YoY to 6,868/day, supported by 6.3% YoY ARR growth to 10,100/day but offset by a 67 bps YoY drop in occupancy to 68%
Kolkata Metro to get 60 next-generation trains in five years: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Vaishnaw also outlined proposed high-speed rail corridors, including DelhiVaranasi and VaranasiSiliguri routes, aimed at sharply reducing travel
Bengal to see 1 lakh crore railway push, says Suvendu Adhikari
Adhikari added that improved Centre-state coordination would accelerate railway development, ensuring that every district in West Bengal is conne
SAS says working closely with Indian govt to commence flights
The airlines return to India after seventeen years has hit a hurdle
Vizag port successfully berths 292-metre-long cape-sized bulk carrier
MV Graceous, a cape-sized bulk carrier with 45 metres beam and a draft of 12.2 metres, had arrived at the port's EQ-1 berth, said an official pre
Dearness Allowance: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh have announced DA hikes in 2026 so far. Here's a look a
Capital has no nationality, FII are selling India despite the growth story 5 key factors to look at
FIIs withdrew roughly 1.98 lakh crore in the first four months of 2026 alone, vastly exceeding the 1.66 lakh crore withdrawn in all of 2025.
The favourite hill stations of Himachal Pradesh and UttarakhandShimla, Manali, Mussoorie, Nainital, and Kulluare often packed with tourists durin
Many retail investors think that spotting a potential multibagger stock is all about predicting which right pick. Here's how Shankar Sharma navig
The RBI has raised its FY27 inflation forecast and trimmed growth projections, citing higher oil prices, supply-side bottlenecks, geopolitical un
Fertiliser security should anchor Indias green hydrogen strategy
The opportunity now is to use that architecture to deliberately build capabilities in sectors where India has both the industrial base and the st
Small-cap mutual funds reward timing, not just risk-taking: Data reveals smart strategy to invest
Small caps have indeed outperformed over the long term, but the magnitude of this outperformance seems too small to justify the additional risk.
India entered 1,821 new markets in FY26: an agri exports keep pace without supply chain reform?
The future of agri exports will be determined at the warehouses, logistics corridors, the cold chains, technology platforms
Gold Rate Today: Here are gold rates in key Indian cities on Saturday, 6 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold in Ahmedabad, Bengal
Facebook privacy settlement cheques: Meta is issuing additional settlement payments to class members with approved claims who successfully cashed
Andhra Pradesh eyes key role in Arctic shipping and global trade corridors, says Lokesh
Andhra Pradesh eyes key role in Arctic shipping and global trade corridors, says Lokesh
Crude oil prices above $100 a barrel: How can it impact your monthly budget?
Higher crude oil prices can impact the monthly budget directly with higher daily commuting costs, costlier vacation flight tickets, higher bills
India aims to triple seafood exports to $30 billion by 2031, says Piyush Goyal
Goyal urged the industry to focus on quality, production growth, branding and value-added products, particularly processed shrimp, to secure bett
Balrampur Chini Mills launches bioplastics initiative focused on sustainability and rural growth
The platform seeks to position agriculture as a key source of next-generation sustainable materials.
I asked ChatGPT if a lavish destination wedding makes sense at 50 LPA: AI breaks down actual costs
I asked ChatGPT if I should go for a lavish destination wedding at Umaid Bhawan Palace. AI broke down the actual costs of the event.
Why did a 20-year-old take a 40 lakh loan to study abroad? A viral video on social media, explains the reasons why the now 22-year-old made the d
Bitcoin has lost more than half its value since reaching a peak above $126,000 in October last year and is now worth less than it was when crypto
Bank holiday today, June 6: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, and other banks closed on Saturday?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has listed a total of eleven holidays this month due to national, regional, and religious holidays.
Home loans: Types, eligibility, tax benefits and application process explained
Before applying for a home loan, borrowers should understand the various loan options available, eligibility requirements, interest rates, tax be
Maize farmers likely to shift to cotton, soybean, paddy, ragi
Deviations in rainfall during the June-September monsoon season will have significant implications for agricultural production in India
Despite earning 2.2 lakh monthly, Mumbai couple struggles to save. Reddit explains why
A Mumbai-based man has sparked a lively debate online after revealing that he and his partner, who collectively earn 2.2 lakh a month, are strugg
Coordinated Centre-RBI measures target sustained dollar inflows
Reforms could improve reserve adequacy and bolster investor confidence
ABB partners with Cochin Shipyard for Green Tug Transition programme
The GTTP aims to transition Indias harbor tug fleet from conventional diesel-powered vessels to greener alternatives in five phases from 2024 to
ITR filing 2026: Received dividend income or bonus shares? Heres how they are taxed and reported
Investors receiving dividend income or bonus shares must consider tax implications while filing ITR. Dividends are now taxable in the hands of in
Nominal GDP to beat budget estimates of 10.1% in FY27: CEA Nageswaran
Even if the growth were to slip below 7 per cent as the RBI forecast suggests macro stability measures and supply assurances will bring us back t
NSC vs tax-saving FD: All you need to know about returns, lock-in periods and tax benefits
While both National Savings Certificates and tax-saving FDs share a standard five-year tenure, they differ significantly in compounding frequency
Rebounding Assam output lifts Indias April tea production by 5%
As output rises to 104.28 million kgs, pluckings in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka continue to trail
HDFC Banks Parivartan helps prevent stubble burning across Punjab and Haryana farmland
The banks orporate social responsibility initiative implemented the project in partnership with CII Foundation
Economy grows 7.7% in FY26, beats estimates on manufacturing strength
Double-digit sectoral expansion helps economy deliver stronger annual performance
Government exempts FIIs from taxes on interest income and capital gains from Indian government securities, aiming to attract global investors and
Air India carries over 1,000 tonnes of mangoes this summer
London was the top export destination with 180 tonnes weekly, followed by Frankfurt at 40 tonnes, and Dubai, New York, and Newark, each at around
A Bengaluru-based couple has gone viral after sharing a detailed breakdown of their family's monthly expenses, revealing they spent 1.66 lakh in
Indian families often include a spouse's name in property titles for strategic and practical reasons. Opting for shared ownership can safeguard a
KUFOS hold workshop on scientific shrimp farming
Event focuses on innovation, disease management and mud crab fattening technology
How mAadhaar users can switch to the new Aadhaar app: Step-by-step guide
The existing mAadhaar app is set to be retired soon and replaced with a redesigned Aadhaar application. Here's how to switch to the new Aadhaar a
Protecting Indias seed sovereignty
Over 10,500 plant varieties registered under PPV&FRA, including over 5,250 farmers varieties, 3,118 private-sector breeder varieties and 2,164 pu
Watch: RBI lowers growth forecast to 6.6%
The Reserve Bank of India has cut its growth forecast and raised its inflation outlook for the current financial year, citing higher crude oil pr
ATMs are running out of cash. Should you be worried? Explained
ATMs could run short of cash as operators face challenges in replenishing machines, despite India having a record 42.54 lakh crore in currency ci
FY26 GDP growth beats estimates to reach 7.7%
Q4 growth at 7.8%; real GDP crosses 323 lakh crore mark
Repo rate unchanged: The next move for FD investors and home loan borrowers
RBI governor announced the unchanged repo rate of 5.25% with a 'neutral' policy stance, citing inflation risks from geopolitical tensions. Here's
Income-tax returns: NRIs are subject to income-tax in India depending on their residential status. Here's a look at the applicable tax slabs, sur
Muted demand hit tea prices at Kochi auctions
Export demand for orthodox leaf teas remained subdued in Sale 23, as West Asia buyers adopted a wait-and-watch approach
PPF Scheme 2026: Interest rate, tax benefits, maturity, withdrawal rules Key feature explained
Backed by the government, PPF Scheme 2026 is widely used for retirement planning and wealth creation.
31,000 on fitness? Bengaluru's millennial couple describes monthly expenses of a family of 3
A millennial couple living in Bengaluru provided a breakdown of monthly expenses of a family of 3. Let's have a look at their lifestyle through t
Storage in Indias 166 key reservoirs falls below 30% of overall capacity
Four of five dams in the country are half-empty as monsoon makes landfall three days late
he submission process was originally launched on March 5, 2026, with the deadline first set for April 30, before being pushed to May 31
8th Pay Commission: Pensioners seek age-based pension enhancement; here's what the proposal means
8th Pay Commission: Representative groups have made various demands regarding pension revisions to the panel. Here's a look at the age-based enha
Indian companies willing to deepen presence in Venezuela, Oil Minister Puri says
Venezuelas interim President Delcy Rodriguez invites Indian energy delegation to country
Trump optimistic on India trade deal despite criticism of high tariffs
The US President said he reversed the situation and now his country was making a lot of money with India
Monsoon strong over parts of Kerala, may struggle to progress north
Mumbai may have to wait until third week of June for rain, according to European Centre for Medium-Term Forecasts
FII gets IT exemption on interest, capital gain for Government securities
At present, foreign investors pay a 12.5% long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on bonds and listed shares held for more than 12 months
Dearness Allowance: Here's how your 2% DA hike was calculated using AICPI's 12-month average
Dearness Allowance: We explain how 2% DA hike for central government employees and pensioners, announced in April, was calculated using the AICPI
Indias nutraceutical boom is straining supply chains, warn Dabur and Himalaya executives
The wellness boom is straining supply chains, inventory management and distribution systems nationwide
Govt to boost biogas prices, subsidies in new programme
Policy to increase offtake price of compressed biogas, offer financial benefits to companies for spending on new projects
I asked ChatGPT to compare Russia, Japan and South Korea for a 1 lakh budget tripThe math says
Choosing between Russia, Japan, and South Korea for a trip under 1 lakh, South Korea emerges as the best value option. Detailed itineraries for e
Strategic partnership with India 'robust', Trump's invite to Modi reflects strong ties: US
Responding to a question on when a Quad Leaders summit could happen and a possible meeting between Modi and Trump, Pigott referred to the White H
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Which ITR form should you file to avoid tax notices?
Filing an Income Tax Return starts with selecting the right ITR form based on your annual income, sources of income and taxpayer category. There
The Reserve Bank of Indias (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is set to announce the decisions taken in its second meeting of the financial ye
Gold Rate Today: Check the live price of 22K, 24K and 18K gold prices on 5 June 2026
Gold Rate Today: Here are gold rates in key Indian cities on Friday, 5 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold in Ahmedabad, Bengalur
PPF, SSY, NPS Vatsalya and MF share many similarities on paper, but their differences become apparent when you actually need to access your money
ED froze assets worth USD 25 billion and restored USD 6.6 billion to fraud victims
Speaking at the inaugural meeting of the BRICS Expert Network on Asset Recovery, Navin highlighted asset recovery as a key pillar in tackling cor
Fintech and payment gateway services provider BharatPe has launched BharatPe Flex. It said the product allows customers access to the flexibility
Pune woman shared breakdown of 2.2 lakh monthly expense for a family of 3. Let's find out what is burning her cash EMI's or rent.
Health insurance: How to reduce out-of-pocket costs during claim process
A few proactive steps can significantly reduce surprises at the time of a health insurance claim
EPFO interest update: When FY26 interest payment is likely to be credited and how to track it
EPFO retained the EPF interest rate at 8.25% for FY2025-26. Interest payment delay expected between June and September 2026. Check status by look
Can occasional smoking raise your health insurance premium? Here's what experts say
Someone who smokes just a handful of times a year may still reportedly be classified as a smoker and could face premiums that are 30% to 50% high
Two actively managed equity fund categories, each built on a distinct logic of portfolio construction - one defined by breadth, the other by deli
When reinvestment fails: A look at the tax implications of unused Capital Gains Account Scheme funds
Section 54F is a tax-saving provision designed to encourage residential housing investments by exempting LTCG on non-residential assets, capped a
Tajpur deep sea port declared unviable, Bengal proposes new site at Dadanpatrabar
Bengal is also advancing plans to connect Kolkata with the Water Metro network and has reviewed a 19,209 crore maritime investment roadmap aimed
India, US had positive discussions on trade deal: Commerce Department
No clarity has been provided on when the India-US BTA is likely to be concluded
