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ITR 2026: Invested in Bitcoin or crypto? Heres whether to file ITR-2 or ITR-3
Income earned from the sale of cryptocurrencies needs to be declared in the Virtual Digital Asset (VDA) schedule. In the income tax return (ITR)
Chaturvedi said ECCS is now operational at international courier terminals across nine major cities in India, enabling electronic processing, sys
Is credit card overlimit worth it? Benefits, risks, credit score impact and smart usage tips
Unexpected expenses can strain finances, and the credit card overlimit facility offers short-term spending flexibility. But understanding charges
Motilal Oswal to invest 750 cr in JBM Ecolife Mobility
The investment will be used to deploy about 2,000 energy-efficient e-buses
Mahindra Logistics plans 350-EV Alyte fleet for Noida International Airport
Mahindra Logistics is aiming to grow its fleet from about 70 electric vehicles to nearly 350 during FY27 amid intensifying competition in the pre
A Delhi graphic designer earning 80,000 a month asked ChatGPT whether he should quit his job to start a food caf. The AI warned of significant ri
Can your stock losses be denied? ITAT ruling in Dolly Khannas 54 crore tax case offers clarity
The ITAT has ruled that transaction volume alone cannot determine whether a taxpayer is an investor or a trader. The decision came in a dispute o
Income-tax returns: Filing ITR-4 form? Here's what proof you need to claim deductions
Income-tax returns: Taxpayers filing their returns with the ITR-4 or Sahaj online form need to submit the following documents as proof in order t
The India-UK trade pact is set to come into force on 15 July, while India and the EU are aiming to conclude their landmark deal by the end of 202
Reits are having a moment. Should they be in your portfolio?
Reits outperformed equities and bonds over the past year, but falling-rate tailwinds may fade. Here's how experts view their role in an investor'
Strengthening grid integration of captive TPPs can substitute for capacity additions: Study
Latest CEEW study says improving utilisation of industrial power units can cut stranded asset risks and support renewable integration
Weak monsoon set to dent Indias 2026-27 coffee prospects
Rainfall shortfall across key coffee-growing regions raises concerns over crop health and yields
6 income tax return filing mistakes that can delay refunds and trigger tax notices
Taxpayers often face delays, refund issues or notices due to mistakes in filing their income tax return. Key checks on documents and transactions
PPF vs SIPs: Planning your long-term investments? Take a look at how much corpus is generated from an investment of 2,000 per month for 30 years
Vehicle loan repaid? Here's how to remove hypothecation from your RC: Step-by-step guide
Removing hypothecation from your RC is the final step to securing full ownership of your vehicle. Here's how to obtain Form 35 and a bank NOC, ap
Does your credit score affect Visa approval? Everything you need to know
Planning overseas travel requires financial readiness. Understand how a credit score affects visa approval, reflects money management habits, and
ITR filing AY 2026-27: Why first-time taxpayers are making more return filing mistakes than ever?
Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at Bombay Chartered Accountants Society, says first-time taxpayers often wrongly assume no tax liability means no f
EPFO announces PMVBRY events in Nagpur, Chandrapur; 2,400 crore benefits soon
Big employment boost ahead as PMVBRY benefits reach Nagpur and Chandrapur, supporting job creation, formal workforce growth, and social security
EPFO: EPF members can check their employees provident fund balance through the official website, text SMS or the Umang app. Here's a stepwise gui
India looks less like a warning and more like an opportunity; it is time for a second look: Barclays
Barclays economists note that it is unusual for the fastest-growing major economy in the world to also be the most unloved in investor portfolios
Telangana raises DA for power sector staff; over 70,000 employees to benefit
Telangana government hikes DA for power sector staff to 19.272%, benefiting 70,804 employees, pensioners and artisans. The revised allowance aims
As the US and Iran deal boosted market confidence, gold and silver prices climbed on Thursday. Gold and silver prices varied slightly across key
West Bengal Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal debunked social media posts that claimed a 22% DA hike for state government employees and pension
India-UK trade pact allows 3.78 lakh car imports at lower duty over 15 years
The India-UK trade pact opens wider access for British automakers to Indias premium car market while shielding the mass-market EV segment led by
An FCNR account functions as a foreign currency-denominated repository that allows Non-Resident Indians or Persons of Indian Origin to hold their
Modi, Trump talk trade, seafarer safety on G7 sidelines
While Trump called Modi a tough negotiator on the interim trade deal, discussions are weighed down by recent maritime deaths and ongoing US tarif
The Income Tax Department has set different ITR filing deadlines for AY 2026-27 based on income source and audit status. Key dates include July 3
Chennai Port Authority offers wharfage concessions up to 80% for non-containerised cargo
Designed to reward growth and encourage new business, the scheme provides attractive incentives for both existing and new customers routing cargo
India & U.K. overcome last-minute steel hurdle, announce July 15 as trade deal implementation date
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement was signed in July 2025 and was set to be implemented by April or early May 2026. However
India-UK free trade pact to take effect July 15 after breakthrough in steel deadlock
Indian exporters of textiles, footwear, gems & jewellery to gain; social security pact to protect short-term expat workers from being double taxe
1.1 lakh on rent, 20,000 on groceries: Indian Man's Poland expense breakdown sparks debate online
An Indian man living in Warsaw, Poland, has sparked a discussion online after revealing how much he and his partner spend each month to maintain
Among all lenders, small finance banks dominate the list of top-paying fixed deposits. Suryoday Small Finance Bank and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Sebi's new ETF framework: How will it impact investors? Experts answer
Will ETFs trade closer to their underlying value after Sebi's overhaul? Experts explain what the changes could mean for traders and long-term inv
Blue Dart evaluating fresh freighter inductions, replacement of ageing Boeing 757 fleet
DHL-backed cargo airline says fleet modernisation remains a live priority as parent commits Euro 250 million investment for India expansion
EPFO 3.0: How will your PF withdrawal be taxed? Key rules and exemptions explained
EPFO subscribers may soon withdraw provident fund money via UPI without employer sign-off, enhancing speed and convenience. However, tax implicat
Area under cotton shrinks in North India as farmers eye paddy
The total cotton acreage across the country was 9.53 lh as of June 12, down 28% from 13.19 lh a year ago, with planting going on in parts of Karn
Asia faces climate risks after a year of extreme weather in 2025, warns WMO report
The UN weather body flags accelerating warming alongside rising seas, shrinking glaciers and marine heatwaves in the region
Form 40: How Indians returning from abroad can defer tax on foreign retirement accounts
Form 40 is suitable for resident individuals in India who hold retirement benefit accounts in certain notified countries, such as the US, UK, Can
Can a retiree claim tax credit on spouses fixed deposit? TDS rules explained
Since the interest earned on the deposit is subject to the clubbing provisions, it is not treated as the spouses taxable income. Therefore, they
Western disturbances keep North-West India wet as monsoon falters
The north-west has recorded 5% above normal rainfall so far this season; within the region, West Rajasthan has posted a surplus of 20%, while Eas
Milma gets Spice Coast excellence award
Milma Chairman K S Mani received the honour at the Spice Coast Excellence Awards 2026
NTPC, IndianOil evaluate dollar borrowings as RBIs ECB swap window opens for PSUs
HUDCO to raise $1 billion from overseas markets
Mutual funds vs PMS: A complete guide to minimum investment, portfolio structure and investor fit
Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors and are generally more accessible and suitable for a wide range of investors. On the other hand,
Qatar Airways adds US flights to support world cup travel demand
Frequencies increased to Boston, Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco as part of broader network expansion
Oracle, Swades Foundation rural livelihoods programme helps women in Maharashtra
The project has helped women farmers and entrepreneurs across Nashik and Raigad districts in Maharashtra
International flights set to take off from Navi Mumbai airport from July 15
Air India Express and IndiGo are expected to start flights on short haul routes. Air India Express has filed international route plans with the a
Why Lionel Messi's career is a masterclass in building long-term wealth | 5 Money habits to follow
Lionel Messi, aged 38, has set a record as the oldest player to score a hat-trick at the FIFA World Cup, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over
I want to take a full one-year break from corporate work because I feel professionally exhausted. Is it realistically possible? Here's what ChatG
I asked ChatGPT whether the 50:30:20 budget rule fits my financial situation? It proposed
To budget effectively on a 1 lakh salary with 20,000 liabilities, consider a 55-20-25 rule instead of 50-30-20. Prioritize savings and investment
EPFO: Want to change your EPF account nomination online? Here's how you can a stepwise guide
EPFO: Want to change your employee provident fund account nomination online? Here's how EPF subscribers can use the official website to do so ch
Cost of free portfolio reviews: Why investors should steer clear of product pitches
Free portfolio reviews may seem promising, but if investors are not mindful, these can easily become an avenue for product pitches that may not f
Planning a PF withdrawal? Check these details on your EPFO account first
Errors in service history, KYC details and nominations often go unnoticed for years. A few checks on the EPFO portal can help employees avoid fut
India must improve oilseed yields to reduce imports: SEA chief
It should tap the potential of cottonseed oil, ricebran oil, and other alternatives, if it aims to reduce imports in the coming years, says Sanje
8th pay commission: The panel has planned state visits to Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal to meet with employee representatives and stakeh
Trust vs will: which is better for passing on wealth?
A will works for simple estates. But for NRIs, minors, special-needs beneficiaries and multi-jurisdiction assets, a trust can offer greater contr
Who needs to file an ITR for AY 2026-27? Check the income tax rules
Investors reporting capital gains, taxpayers claiming refunds, individuals seeking to carry forward losses and those holding foreign assets may a
FTAs, agri-start-ups and FPOs to drive next phase of farm export growth: APEDA chief
APEDA chief says recently concluded FTAs with the UK and the European Union are potential game changers for Indias agricultural exporters
APEDA launches mango promotion campaigns across major US cities including Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington, New York and Atlanta
India and South Korea eye expanding ties on economic, cultural, social fronts
PM Modi meets South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung at G7 Summit in France
Dearness Allowance: Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced a 5% DA hike for MSRTC employees last week. Notably, employee unions
CEEW study favours behaviour-driven strategy to control stubble burning in Punjab
The study found that while reported crop residue burning incidents have declined since 2022, evolving burning patterns and satellite-detection li
Should you look at the P/E ratio of mutual funds? Here's what experts say
Experts say a mutual fund's P/E ratio should not be viewed in isolation. The metric is most useful when compared with peers, benchmarks and inves
Circle rate vs market value: the hidden factor that can make or break your home loan
A property's sale price, circle rate and lender valuation often differ. Understanding the gap can help buyers avoid funding shortfalls, tax surpr
Telanganas rice boom turns into surplus challenge as crop diversification gains focus
Telangana Agricultural University has submitted a set of policy recommendations to the state government to address the growing rice surplus and p
France seeks deeper MSME partnerships with India in healthcare, luxury and logistics
Officials from French business bodies said France is working to bring more MSMEs to India and strengthen partnerships across key growth sectors
Gold, Silver Rate Today: Here is how much gold and silver costs in key Indian cities on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and
When should you exit a mutual fund? Watch these 5 warning signs
A weak year alone is not a reason to sell a mutual fund. But persistent benchmark underperformance, style drift and rising risk levels may signal
I asked ChatGPT for Indias best work-from-home locations. The answer went far beyond Goa and Manali
If you have the luxury of a laptop and a decent Wi-Fi connection, the world is quite literally your office. Here are the top 20 locations ChatGPT
I asked ChatGPT how to save 20% of my salary without giving up eating out | Here's what it planned
A 25-year-old Delhi professional seeks to save 10,000 monthly from a 50,000 salary. Strategies include meal planning, setting a monthly food budg
Centres foodgrain reserves at record high as ElNinothreatenskharifproduction
Despite the below normal monsoon forecast, at 90 per cent of long period average, the government is targeting thekhariffoodgrains production duri
Trump, Modi to meet amid tariff tangle, row over marine killing
New Delhi will still wait to ensure that sticky issues, including US penal tariffs on Indian exports, and Indias competitive edge over rivals, ar
Varanasi to host 2-day Wheat Products Promotion Society CEOs conclave from July 9
A highlight of the event will be the WPPS Awards 2026, recognising outstanding contributions to Indias wheat, flour milling, bakery, food process
In a first, US pips Qatar as Indias largest LNG supplier during March-May
Washington supplies 1.5 million tonnes of LNG to India, compared to a mere 0.1 mt by Qatar
Kharif pulses sowing off to a weak start, acreage down 43% till now
Farmers in key producing regions of Karnataka and Maharashtra are awaiting rains to take up sowing
Air India eyes unbundled no-meal fares on around 20 domestic sectors
Carrier may introduce pay-if-you-use model on select routes as it looks to expand ancillary revenues and sharpen fare segmentation
Monsoon delay deepens farm risk in Gujarat; crop-loss compensation crosses 22,700 cr in decade
The situation is reflected in early-season rainfall data, with the State recording an 83 per cent deficit as of June 16.
Dorper and Texel genetics to boost local mutton output in J&K
Both breeds are internationally recognised for their superior meat yield, rapid growth and higher productivity compared to traditional sheep vari
Shipping firms re-evaluate risks of Persian Gulf ops
Companies say there are no changes in operations yet while welcoming the Iran-US peace understanding
APEC Climate Center upgrades El Nio to strong; Indian monsoon faces elevated risk
Lends support to projections from various climate models and researchers pointing to a potentially exceptional El Nio episode this year
Ahead of the 8th Pay Commission, employee bodies propose changes to gratuity rules, including a higher ceiling and revised calculations. Proposal
ITR filing 2026: Only earning rental income? Check if you still have to file tax return
Rental income can be the sole earnings for taxpayers, especially retirees or property owners. Even without regular employment income, filing an i
Patel Engineering gets LoA for Tasgaon Lift Irrigation Scheme in Maharashtra
The total contract value is 126.37 crore, with PELs share amounting to 64.45 crore
Monsoon revival eyes Bay trigger, wider advance by late June
Drier India likely during July-September, says Japanese researcher; an evolving positive IOD phase is not likely to entirely offset El Nino impac
Mixed impact for South Indian plantation exports due to West Asian turmoil: UPASI
Tea exports decline steeply, cardamom exports defies expectations, pepper loses sting but coffee remains untouched by the conflict
One swipe at a time: How credit cards are stealing your financial future
Credit cards offer convenience, rewards and flexibility. But behavioural biases, hidden spending triggers and high-interest debt can quietly erod
CMFRI prepares draft for national framework for marine eco-labelling
The proposed draft ensures such certification schemes operate in alignment with Indian fisheries laws, sustainability priorities and socio-econom
Form 16, divided into Part A and Part B, is essential for salaried employees to prove tax deductions from their salary. Part A details employer a
Paused mutual fund investments during the war? Experts suggest what to do now
For investors who have remained on the sidelines, experts say the bigger risk may not be short-term volatility, but allowing cash positions to re
Sovereign gold bond redemption tax rules: Do you need to declare it while filing ITR?
Sovereign gold bonds offer exposure to gold without storing physical bullion, issued by RBI. Investors must be aware of the tax implications, as
