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The Delhi government approved the Lakshmi Yojana, allowing eligible women aged 21-60 to receive 2,500 monthly. An online application portal will
EPFO members who find their account blocked, can't remember their UAN password, are unable to access their passbook or have KYC pending can check
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Annapurna Yojana: No money in bank account yet? Check what to do if your application gets rejected
Many women in West Bengal applied for the Annapurna Yojana but haven't received financial aid. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari set a payment dead
IndiGo to end wide-body flights, London service from October-end
The airline took the decision due to the challenging operating environment triggered by the ongoing geopolitical tensions
IMD predicts 7% rain deficit during Aug-Sept, sticks to 90% of normal rainfall projection
Kharif crops will sustain if there is regular rainfall even if it the quantity is less, say official sources
8th pay commission announces state visit to Chandigarh in September 2026 Check dates, other details
The 8th pay commission has announced its official three-day state visit to the union territory of Chandigarh in September. It will hold meetings
Chennai port sets single-day barytes export record, adds new cargo stream
Port handles pig iron as new cargo; three harbour mobile cranes inaugurated
Samudra Manthan: Govt to boost offshore exploration for oil & gas with $8.8 billion push
The scheme will be led by state-run exploration and production majors ONGC and Oil India (OIL)
Capex grew by over 23% in April-June quarter
Fiscal deficit stands at over 18% of budget target
TBM Eagle commences tunnelling from Thirumayilai to Boat Club
It will excavate a 2,274-m long tunnel, contributing to one of the most critical underground sections of the metro network
India monitoring US Bill proposing 100% tariffs on Russian energy buyers: MEA
In touch with relevant stakeholders in Washington on the matter
AI lifts Q1 global trade despite West Asia conflict: WTO
WTO warns Strait of Hormuz disruptions will become evident from April data
Uneven spread of Indian monsoon raises concern over kharif crop prospects
The spread of monsoon has been non-linear even within states, even as July witnesses 1% above-normal rain in July
DA hike: Central government employees and retired pensioners are expecting a second increase in dearness allowance this year, sometime in the sec
1.1 trillion blind spot: How ignoring employee health is costing Indian businesses
The largest hidden cost is presenteeismwhere employees show up to work but cannot perform at their full capacity. This phenomenon accounts for 51
Global wheat output may drop 24 million tonnes next season on Iran war, El Nino impacts
The global wheat market balance in 2026-27 could become a little worrisome in the 2027-28 season, say analysts
Indias monsoon narrows deficit after 1% surplus in July, IMD predicts below normal rain in August
However, the Indian Ocean Dipole could turn positive in September, negating the adverse impact of the El Nino on the monsoon, say experts
India's April-June fiscal deficit at 18.2% of 2026/27 target
Fiscal deficit in April-June stands at 3.1 lakh crore
West Asia crisis drags orthodox tea prices down at Kochi auctions
Export demand has slowed considerably as rising freight costs and market uncertainty have prompted shippers to scale down operations
Health insurance: Co-payment vs deductible explained. Which one should you choose?
Having a clear understanding of co-payments and deductibles in health insurance can help policyholders estimate out-of-pocket costs, compare plan
Air India to study use of electric air taxis for healthcare deliveries
Airline signs MoU with SkyDrive and Suzuki to assess feasibility of eVTOL-based medical logistics in India
Belated vs updated return: Which should you file if you miss the 31 July income tax return deadline?
Taxpayers who fail to file their returns within the original due date still have two other options to complete the process. Here's how belated an
West Asia conflict: Indias Q1 FY27 crude oil import bill hits all-time high of $50 billion
One of the reasons behind the higher value in US Dollars is due to weaker Indian Rupee. India had procured a similar quantity in Q1 FY23 for arou
IndiGo to decide on next aircraft order in 2030 after assessing new-generation planes: Rahul Bhatia
Next-generation aircraft generally refer to planes incorporating advanced technologies and lower emissions
15 lakh income, different tax liabilities: Why salaried middle class ends up paying highest tax
India's income tax system is progressive - higher incomes are taxed at higher rates. However, the final tax liability depends not just on how muc
Karnatakas Neelam, Totapuri mangoes fly to Maldives as APEDA facilitates first-ever air shipment
The export consignment, comprising one metric tonne of Neelam and Totapuri mangoes, was sourced directly from farmers associated with Prakruthima
Personal accident cover and standalone term insurance provide financial protection but serve different purposes. Let's deep dive into similaritie
Filed your ITR in the last hour? These 5 mistakes can trigger a defective return notice
As the 31 July ITR filing deadline approaches, taxpayers should review their returns to avoid errors that may lead to a defective return notice f
Mahindra retains FY27 tractor growth guidance despite strong June-quarter sales
Healthy farm incomes, faster kharif sowing and labour shortages are boosting tractor demand, but Mahindra says it will wait for the remainder of
8th Pay Commission: 5 latest updates boost hopes for 1.1 crore employees and pensioners
The 8th Pay Commission has stepped up stakeholder consultations with meetings across India. Here are the five latest official updates, and what t
ITR filing deadline today: Here's how much a one-day delay could cost you in interest and late fee
The deadline for income tax return filing is 31 July 2026, with over 5.4 million returns already filed. Taxpayers missing this date face late fee
Gold and silver prices today, 31 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Why Old Bridge's Kenneth Andrade is avoiding IT despite attractive valuations
Old Bridge MF founder Kenneth Andrade expects earnings growth to revive this year, remains bullish on pharma and autos, underweight on financials
Toll plazas to get world-class public toilet facilities under new NHAI initiative
NHAI to enhance sanitation blocks at toll plazas through performance-based contracts framework
India exports 7 tons of Bihar's Makhana to Canada
The consignment, comprising 7 metric tonnes packed in two containers, was dispatched through Mundra Port to ZKV Foods, Canada.
Centre may expand CCTV like restrictions in other sensitive areas: IT secretary
Speaking at a CII event on semiconductors, Electronics and IT Secretary S Krishnan said that while producing chips in the country, it is also imp
ITR filing deadline extension LIVE: The ITR filing due date is today for eligible taxpayers. Some are also hoping for an extension like last year
Taxpayers who file their ITR on 31 July can complete e-verification within 30 days. Here's how the verification timeline affects the filing date,
As the July 31 income tax return deadline approaches, over 5 crore ITRs have been filed till Thursday. Late filers may face penalties and miss ou
Missing ITR deadline today is like getting Hit Wicket: Tax department urges a Free Hit filing
The Income Tax Department, in a recent X post, reminded taxpayers that 31 July is the last date to file ITR-1 and ITR-2 for AY 2026-27. Complete
2 months of monsoon, yet over 50% of Indian key reservoirs are half-empty
The level in major reservoirs improved further this week to 44% of the 183.565 billion cubic metres capacity
ITR filing 2026: How to report capital gains from shares, mutual funds and ETFs to avoid tax notices
Taxpayers must accurately report capital gains from shares, mutual funds, and ETFs while filing the ITR for AY 2026-27. It is important to choose
Does Indias DIY mutual fund boom needs structured assistance?
Over 5-6 crore Indians now invest in mutual funds, thanks to digital platforms. While ease of access has increased, first-time investors face com
Buffalo meat, non-basmati rice lift Indias Q1 agri produce exports
Shipments rise 14% to $7.64 billion; Basmati rice shipments decline on reduced offtake
Domestic sugar prices to remain firm in short-term, says Triveni
Company registers 2.1 per cent growth in net turnover at Rs 1,581 crore
Govt looks to improve FTA utilisation as trade pact network expands
Commerce Departments FTA monitoring committee to meet in August to discuss impediments faced by industry in utilising the 16 trade pacts implemen
EPFO: Submitted a claim? Here's what the status message means and timeline for settlement process
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation: Today we look at how much time EPF claims take to be settled, what the status message means, and what sub
A financial master sheet won't make you richerbut it could save your family from economic chaos
A financial master sheet is a single document that records the family's financial and administrative details, showing what assets exist, where th
Large-cap funds have seen their alpha generation decline over the years compared with the Nifty 50 TRI. While funds outperformed strongly during
Petrol would have cost 125/litre during March-April without ethanol blending
Despite sharp increase in global crude prices, India was able to shield consumers through calibrated government interventions, says Gadkari
India-EU FTA has work plan to address CBAM concerns: Official
Pact provides for cooperation on verification of embedded carbon emissions, recognition of verifiers
More nutraceutical firms under FSSAIs scanner
The food safety regulator has issued prohibition orders against Vatave Health Care and Neuherbs True Vitamin
Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, said El Nino events are generally cla
The Maharashtra government has approved incentive allowance equivalent to 30% of basic pay for police officers and personnel in the Anti-Narcotic
Study moots phased time-bound reduction of import duty on aluminium to zero
The report says it is undermining their domestic value addition and eroding their manufacturing competitiveness
The government says the income tax e-filing portal can process up to 1 crore ITRs a day, but experts say taxpayers should not mistake higher capa
Active large-cap funds may not provide as much diversification as many investors expect. A study shows their sector allocations and stock portfol
Over-speeding caused 82,124 road accidents in 2025: Gadkari
In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said driving on the wrong side and lane indiscipline caused 4,089 acci
The income tax return filing season is nearing its end, with over 5 crore returns submitted. A significant question on the ITR form is causing co
DA hike: West Bengal state government employees will receive their 20% dearness allowance increase and salaries for October before Durga Puja fes
EPF subscribers are facing issues with overlapping employment records and missing data on the EPFO portal after its recent system migration. Lawy
India-EU FTA has comprehensive provisions to address CBAM issues: Official
Under the mechanism, the EU will impose a carbon tax on goods such as steel, aluminium, fertiliser and cement as they emit carbon beyond a specif
TN govt sets up expert advisory panel to monitor, assess impacts of strong El Nino
The move follows an alert sounded by the Additional Chief Secretary/Commissioner of Revenue Administration that there is a high probability of a
Section 10(14)(i) of the Income Tax Act offers exemptions on specific salary allowances, but only for genuine official expenses. Understand eligi
Finance Ministry flags AI, supply-chain risks, calls for faster policy implementation
The ministry said quicker policy responses and effective implementation would be essential to encourage investment in the Indian economy
Govt empanels 16 third party testing agencies for Coal Exchange
The third-party agencies will collect, test and certify coal samples as the Centre prepares to operationalise the regulated Coal Exchange within
Many salaried taxpayers assume ITR-1 is the correct form, but additional income or a job change could require a different return. Experts explain
Received an income tax notice under Section 139(9)? Here's what it means and what to do
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Section 10 of the Income-tax Act: Misusing these provisions to save tax may result in a 200% penalty
With the ITR deadline approaching, Section 10(14)(i) offers tax-saving potential for salaried employees. However, misuse can lead to scrutiny and
L&T bets on future mobility with in-house capability to provide chips to data centers
The investment will also go to world class manufacturing lines at Coimbatore for electronics systems, components and electric vehicle (EV) tracti
TRST01 develops open blueprint for agricultural traceability
The objective to strengthen food safety and improve export compliance, from farm to consumer
Spices Board mulls indoor saffron cultivation in Kerala
She proposed closer collaboration between the Agriculture Department and the Spices Board for implementing joint programmes
Tracking error explained: What every passive investor should know
Passive funds aim to mirror benchmark returns, but market frictions create gaps. Here's how tracking error differs from tracking difference, why
Non-Resident External (NRE) fixed deposit rates from DCB Bank, YES Bank, RBL and other banks offer NRIs returns of up to 7.50%. Compare interest
What is ITR-BN? CBDT notifies new income tax return form; check eligibility and filing details
The CBDT has introduced the ITR-BN form for block assessments from search and seizure cases. Effective from April 1, 2026, it applies only to tax
Why personal accident insurance can't replace term insurance
A cheap personal accident policy may seem like a smarter buy than term insurance in your 20s. But the two protect against different risksand one
Bond SIPs: convenience, higher yields, and hidden risks
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You feel like youre in a first-world country: Adani Group CFO on Ganga Expressway
Singh said the 464-km access-controlled greenfield expressway should be viewed not merely as a toll road but as a critical piece of economic infr
ITR due date extension 2026 LIVE: Who must file tax return even if their income is not taxable?
ITR Due Date Extension 2026 LIVE: The due date to file ITR is tomorrow. The government extended the deadline last year due to technical glitches,
SUIND raises 20.5 cr in seed funding to scale its unmanned aerial systems
The fresh capital will be used to scale the commercial deployment of Bumblebee, SUINDs DGCA type-certified autonomous spraying UAS, accelerate th
A Reddit user shared that their mother sold inherited property for 50 lakh in cash to a builder, lacking a banking trail. Experts warn of possibl
Gold and silver prices today, 30 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major I
Over 5 crore ITRs have been filed for AY 2026-27. Filing your return by 31 July can help build a consistent tax compliance record, which may supp
The Centre has clarified that the 8th Pay Commission is not required to keep the government informed about its deliberations, including proposals
India finalising sustainable aviation fuel policy ahead of 2027 carbon rules
Stakeholders have been directed to fast-track sustainable aviation fuel readiness before mandatory CORSIA compliance begins from January 2027.
With the July 31 ITR filing deadline approaching, the Income Tax Department says over 5 crore returns have already been filed for AY 2026-27. Her
The 8th Pay Commission may consider higher annual increments for central government employees as proposed by several prominent unions. A 5% incre
Madhya Pradesh hikes moong procurement to 60%, farmers call off protest
Farmers ended their protest after the government raised procurement, extended deadlines and suspended the e-token fertiliser distribution system
ITR filing deadline: Can freelancers declare earnings as business income? Tax experts explain
Freelance income cannot always be reported as business income in ITR filings. Here is when earnings qualify as business income, salary, or other
