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Check RBI calendar to know if SBI, HDFC, ICICI, others are open or closed on 4 July. RBI's holiday schedule provides comprehensive detail about n
You can now add, update email to Aadhaar for free: Check how, last date and other details
UIDAI is now allowing people to add or update email IDs to their Aadhaar card directly through the mobile application. The service was enabled on
Storage in Indias major reservoirs drops to 26% of capacity
33% deficient monsoon drags dams level, though the deficiency has shrunk for over 40% a week ago
India on track for $1 trillion exports of goods, services in FY27: Goyal
FTAs have opened up markets across 38 developed nations for Indian goods, the Commerce Minister said at Board of Trade meeting
Garware rides non-salmon aquaculture wave
Gradual industrialisation of aquaculture is creating demand for higher-quality netting, technical textiles solutions, says CEO Shujaul Rehman
India eyes bigger role in green ship recycling after becoming global leader
Indias ship recycling volumes rose to 2.99 million gross tonnes (GT) in 2025, up 60% from 1.86 million GT in 2024, according to UNCTAD data
The new income tax form initially lacked a section for certain tax exempt receipts. Now, it includes an additional dropdown for Receipts not in t
DCM Shriram builds Indias first sea cargo container, bags 1,000 unit order from Maersk
While Indian companies manufacture containers used for rail transport, they lacked the expertise and scale to deliver boxes for ocean liners
Garuda Aerospace, Micron Instruments sign MoU to co-develop next-gen defence solutions
The partnership will integrate Micron Instruments expertise in custom-designed fuzes with Garuda Aerospaces advanced drone technologies
Air passenger traffic recovers from West Asia tensions as domestic travel drives growth
Data shows that total passenger traffic across Indian airports rose to 3.69 crore passengers in May 2026
Call to strengthen sustainable refrigeration technologies in seafood industry
Kerala must adopt innovative cold-chain technologies to boost product quality, enhance export competitiveness, said Fisheries Minister V. E. Abdu
Centre sets up ICAR committee to look into AP mango crisis
This decision comes right after Chouhans recent visit to the State, where he listened to farmers share their challenges
Punjab Basmati exporters seek assurance from Goyal on sticking to current GI area
Aluminium Association urges PMO to protect Indian industry from surging low-quality scrap imports
Rising global protectionism is threatening massive domestic investments and draining the nations exchequer, it says in its plea
Air India, Singapore Airlines engineering subsidiary to set up MRO unit
At present MROs owned by Adani, GMR and government-owned AIESL provide third party services to Indian and overseas carriers.
The central government has introduced the EPF Scheme, 2026, mandating a fixed monthly contribution of 1,800 each from employees and employers. He
I-T dept allows charitable trusts to seek fresh approval post deadline, taxpayers to get 80G relief
The deadline to apply for fresh approval expired on 30 September 2025. Following this, all the applications made by charitable trusts were reject
Retirement planning involves personalized strategies for investing according to risk appetite and anticipated lifestyle changes. Factors like inf
Monsoon turns fierce: Four-day rain blitz targets West, Central India
The Bay low may intensify into a more marked system in next two days after moving fully over the sea, where warmer waters will fuel its strength
Services PMI dipped 17-month low of 57.8 in June
The index is derived based on responses from purchasing executives of 400 companies
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation: We take a look at the top four reasons an EPF subscriber's claim for their employees' provident fund may
4 small-cap schemes delivered over 30% in 3 months. Do you own any?
The small-cap mutual fund category returned an average 22.41% in the past three months, outperforming the Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI. Four schemes de
Overseas demand lifts tea prices in Kochi auctions
The orthodox tea market witnessed a 92% sales out of the offered quantity of 2,80,925 kg
Paytm Europe has been granted a payment institution licence by the Luxembourg financial supervisory authority CSSF to conduct credit and funds tr
ITR 2026: Who must file tax return even if their income is below 4 lakh?
Many taxpayers mistakenly believe they only need to file an income tax return (ITR) if their income exceeds 4 lakh. However, various situations,
IRDAI plans to implement staggered commissions, spreading payouts over the policy term to improve transparency, reduce churn and align distributo
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the most profitable tournament ever, with a prize pool of $871 million and the winning nation receiving $50
DGFT circular issued on May 11 says exporters should preferably meet officials of the rank of Additional Director or above to streamline interact
EPF Scheme 2026: PF above 1,800 now voluntary; what changes for you?
PF contributions above 1,800 a month are no longer mandatory under the new EPF Scheme. The contribution rate, wage ceiling and EPF interest rate
EPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Eligibility, membership rules, and withdrawal conditions explained
The central government has notified EPS-2026, replacing previous versions. Effective from June 29, 2026, it clarifies eligibility, membership con
Oceans have never been this hot, and El Nino will make it worse
Rising ocean temperatures have many consequences
LTCG below 1.25 lakh? Why you may still need to file your income tax return
Many investors believe that tax-free long-term capital gains also mean they can skip filing an income tax return. Experts say the 1.25 lakh exemp
Indias services sector growth hits 17-month low in June on softer domestic demand: PMI
Challenging market conditions and reduced client interest dampened sales, resulting in stagnant hiring activity and lower business confidence
Strong El Nio may bring more extreme weather across the world, warns WMO
From scorching heat to torrential rain, the weather development threatens another volatile weather season globally
Smart tax planning for retirees: Pensioner ITR 2026 guide to deductions, benefits, and tax regimes
Smart tax planning for retirees can unlock valuable savings in ITR 2026. This guide explains pensioner tax deductions, old vs new tax regime bene
SGB redemption July 2026: 8 Sovereign Gold Bond series eligible for early exit
Investors holding eligible Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) tranches can opt for premature redemption after completing the mandatory five-year holding p
Gold and silver prices today, 3 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major In
EPFO introduces 3-day PF claim settlement: What it means for subscribers
EPFO has introduced a three-day timeline for settling eligible PF claims as part of a broader overhaul of its services. The reforms also simplify
Clarity on TDS on rent paid to joint owners shows the 50,000 threshold applies per landlord, not per property. Joint ownership rent splits decide
Pay only for the kilometres you drive: How PAYD insurance works
If you drive infrequently, a pay-as-you-drive (PAYD) policy could significantly lower your car insurance premium. Here's how it works, who should
8th Pay Commission: Odisha and West Bengal meetings take centre stagetop 5 updates you must know
The 8th Pay Commission is entering a crucial stage, with stakeholder meetings being held in Odisha and West Bengal to discuss salaries, pensions,
I asked ChatGPT how many credit cards are too many; Experts filled in the gaps with what AI missed
Several banks have altered credit card rewards, which may make cardholders reassess how many cards they need. I asked ChatGPT how many credit car
I asked ChatGPT how rich Indians must become for the country to be considered developed. We then compared the responses to what Axis Bank's chief
The agreement establishes a structured framework to assess the application of Hyperloop technology for cargo and freight transportation across do
Balwaan Krishi expands South India operations with new hubs in Chennai, Visakhapatnam
In Tamil Nadu, the facility unlocks significant demand for power weeders, brush cutters, sprayers, water pumps and harvesting equipment
Mega reprieve for auto sector as Centre waives 2,700 crore CAFE-2 penalties
The decision comes after PMOs intervention earlier this year to clear past dues before rolling out CAFE-3 norms
Working for a foreign client means income may be taxed in both the foreign country and India. However, Indian residents can claim foreign tax cre
Cabinet approves reduction in broken grain content in PDS rice to 10% from 25%
Plans a phased rollout
SpiceJets retreat from Chennai hits passenger traffic, air cargo
Airline official said aircraft will be back in action by October
Indias coffee exports volumes rise 28% in Q1, value up 12% on higher demand
Outlook positive for rest of the year with slowing shipments from Vietnam, Brazil, says trade
Modi, Takaichi initiate deeper cooperation in AI, economic security, energy, defence
About 120 cooperation documents between Indian and Japanese companies, involving 2 trillion yen in investments, announced during the visit, Takai
The government's new EPF Scheme 2026 has come into effect as part of the Social Security Code 2020. Today, we explore and explain how and what ha
Airlines shun 10,000-crore ATF subsidy as fuel prices fall
The scheme was voluntary, and airlines were to sign agreements with oil marketing companies to avail of the capped price of about 115 per litre
Businessline journalist bags SOMS Thought Leadership Award in agri-journalism
This event, part of the Specialty Fertilizer Summit & B2B Expo 2026, celebrated journalists making waves in agricultural reporting and policy dis
Yen at record low: Should Indian investors be worried? Experts weigh in
The yens weakness is not just a Japan story. For Indian investors, the impact is mostly indirect. While short-term volatility may rise if global
EPS-2026 replaces EPS-95: Does the 1,000 minimum pension continue? Here's what has changed
The Centre has introduced the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS), 2026, replacing older versions. While procedural changes have been made, the minim
IVPA signs MoU with China industry body to strengthen edible oil trade
This cooperation establishes a strategic platform for sustained dialogue, buyer-seller connect, and collaborative initiatives that advance innova
SpiceJet reduces flights by 44% amid operational challenges
Airline pares capacity as leased aircraft are returned; expansion planned from October
Bajaj Auto's 5,632 crore buyback: How will your buyback proceeds be taxed?
Bajaj Auto's 5,632.8-crore share buyback will be taxed under the new capital gains framework that came into effect on April 1, 2026, changing how
Mis-sold insurance? How to challenge a forced insurance policy sold as an FD
If an insurance policy has been issued without informed consent or through misrepresentation, the policyholder has the right to challenge the tra
8th pay commission: With discussions underway, we calculate how much of a salary hike the minimum estimate of 1.83 fitment factor could provide f
Why Schedule FA is about complete disclosures, not precise valuations
Indian residents with foreign stocks, employee stock ownership plan or bank accounts must disclose them in Schedule FA regardless of whether they
Kerala government reviews Adani Groups Vizhinjam port stake sale proposal
The stake sale reports had triggered a political controversy after the Chief Minister VD Satheesan announced in the State Assembly that the Adani
The Supreme Court clarified income assessment for motor accident compensation, addressing salaried and self-employed individuals, and non-filers.
Income tax refund: Why you may receive less than the amount claimed in your ITR
The refund amount calculated while filing your ITR is not always the amount you'll receive. Here's why the Income Tax Department may issue a lowe
EPFO reforms 2026: 20-day claim settlement, real-time tracking and key changes explained
Digital-first shift transforms retirement services. EPFO reforms under the new 2026 social security schemes introduce strict 20-day claim settlem
Top 5 overnight funds based on 1-year returns: Bank of India Overnight Fund leads with 5.59% return
Based on one-year CAGR performance, Bank of India Overnight Fund emerged as the best-performing scheme in the category with 1-year return of 5.59
UPL warns of legal action against patent-infringing lookalikes
The company has found similarly branded and packaged products in the market at lower prices, which may confuse farmers
How to verify and reconcile stock market transactions in AIS before filing your ITR
Annual Information Statement (AIS) stock market transaction reconciliation helps taxpayers ensure accurate ITR filing by matching broker records
EPFO extends outage for the third time, here's when PF services will resume
EPFO has extended its ongoing system migration for the third time, delaying the restoration of online member and employer services until July 3.
Top 5 mutual funds in India by AUM: Returns comparison over 1, 3 and 5 years
The countrys biggest mutual fund scheme by assets under management (AUM), Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund, manages over 1.41 lakh crore in assets. It
India PMI seen steady at 57-59 in FY27 amid mixed manufacturing outlook: Report
The report noted a cautiously optimistic outlook for Indias PMI, with a resilient services sector bolstering consumption and job creation
IISR marks 51st foundation day, signs spice technology licensing agreements
Thiruvananthapuram State Kudumbashree Mission gets licenses for several improved spice varieties
Sebis pump-and-dump crackdown: 5 ways to protect yourself from stock market scams
To avoid stock scams, verify information, consult certified advisors, and focus on disciplined investing. Beware of unsolicited tips, unusual pri
Spices Board invites applications under SPICED Scheme for 202627
Exporters, farmers and FPOs can apply for assistance under programmes aimed at boosting productivity, quality and spice exports.
New vs old tax regime: How much tax do you pay on a 25 lakh salary?
Choosing the right tax regime can significantly reduce your tax outgo. Here's a comparison of the tax liability on a 25 lakh annual salary under
Gold and silver prices today, 2 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major In
India aims to recycle 16,000 ships in 10 years with $8-bn financial commitment: Sonowal
India, EU review audit and compliance process for Indian ship recycling yards seeking recognition under EU regulatory framework
ITR filing 2026: Do taxpayers need to file two ITRs? The tax department answers
The shift from Assessment Year to Tax Year has sparked questions about return filing obligations. A clarification from the Income Tax Department
Japans $3 Billion backing gives major fillip to Indias Green Hydrogen Mission
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
AIIEA, Mumbai Customs to organise outreach programme
The programme will also provide a platform for direct interaction between the trade and Customs authorities on regulatory and compliance-related
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
