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Smaller cities are set to drive India's next home loan growth wave, amid increased number of digital lending applications. Tier 2 and 3 cities accounted for 64% of the home-loan volumes in 2025, as per an industry report. 

The government has also decided to pay employees the money due for surrendered leave from 2022 by the Sankranti festival.

Gold's bull run continues despite a recent loss of momentum, driven by uncertainty around the Federal Reserve and the US-Iran conflict. Goldman Sachs remains optimistic as central bank gold purchases surge, supporting prices. 

Here's a look at the EPFO's provident fund withdrawal process for members from conditions for partial withdrawal, minimum balance required, limits, types of claims, which forms to submit, and more.

Jio completes 10 years: Akash Ambani thanks employees, reflects on his personal journey and outlines the companys plans for its next decade.

With the growing misuse of identity documents, it is important to regularly check how many mobile numbers are registered in your name.

Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare conducted Special Campaign 3 and successfully resolved 2,306 cases of family pensions, disability pensions, war injury element arrears, among other claims. 

Trump's oil deal with Venezuela involves a 35% stake in NABEP, covering 17 fields with 65 billion barrels of reserves. However, US oil executives express concerns about reduced opportunities 

Punjab has proposed hiking dearness allowance of 85,000 state government employees from 42% to 60%, according to Cabinet Minister Aman Arora. Recommendation will be sent to CM Mann for final approval. 

7th Pay Commission DA hike: What is the AICPI-IW? We explain its significance and why it matters so much for salary amount calculation for central government employees and pensioners in India.

CBI has filed an FIR against Subhash Chandra, alleging his net worth was inflated to secure 980 crore in LICHFL loans that later went into default.

A 78-year-old retired IFS officer got 15.15 lakh in his bank account linked to an alleged insurance fraud. The Madhya Pradesh High Court granted him anticipatory bail, saying merely receiving crime proceeds did not prove knowing involvement.

The ITR filing deadline for businesses and professionals is later than the due date for most individual taxpayers. Taxpayers subject to audit have until October 31, 2026. Full list here.

EPF account rules explained: Know when an EPFO account becomes inoperative, when interest stops, and how members can withdraw or transfer their PF balance using Form 19, Form 13 and other EPFO services.

A Gurugram couple who invested more than 50 lakh in a commercial unit at Raheja Trinity in 2017 spent nearly nine years waiting for the project to progress. The Haryana RERA has now ordered Raheja Developers to refund 50.49 lakh with 10.80% annual interest.

Credit-risk funds delivered 8.97% returns over three years, emerging as the best-performing debt mutual fund category amid improving corporate fundamentals. Experts caution that higher returns come with greater credit, downgrade and liquidity risks, making portfolio quality crucial for investors.

Central government employees may see DA rise to 66%-67% from January 2027 if AICPI-IW remains strong. The projection is based on the existing 7th Pay Commission formula and is not an official government announcement.

Pay Level 5 central government employees could see their monthly HRA rise by nearly 15,800 under a proposed 40% HRA rate and 2.1 fitment factor if accepted. Still, the final figures will depend on the 8th Pay Commissions recommendations.

After failing to report 2.33 crore in gaming winnings, a Bengaluru taxpayer faced an income tax notice. Although the tax officer deemed the winnings taxable, the assessee ended up winning the case. Here's what happened.

Baroda BNP Paribas Aqua has reopened for fresh investments from 1 September, becoming the only overseas equity fund among 60 to accept new investors. Heres what the reopening means for lump-sum investors and new SIPs, and why 59 other international funds remain closed.

Indian Railways is preparing for a major expansion of Vande Bharat sleeper services, with 260 trainsets planned across BEML, ICF, Kinet Railway Solutions and the Titagarh-BHEL joint venture. 

NSC and 5-year Post Office Time Deposit offer Section 80C tax benefits without an investment ceiling. Know their tenure, tax rules and how they compare with PPF, SSY and KVP. Having a clear understanding of investment limits and basic tax-related concepts can help in meaningful investment planning. 

Tenants paying high rent must deduct 2% TDS before making the payment to the landlord. Failure to comply can result in penalties and interest charges. Full details here.

Mumbai ITAT has ruled that genuine F&O and commodity trading profits cannot be treated as bogus accommodation entries without specific evidence. The decision stresses independent verification by tax officers and offers important clarity for retail traders facing reassessment.

SGB 2021-22 Series VI investors can opt for premature redemption on 7 September 2026 at 15,334 per unit. The gold bond was issued at 4,682 for online investors, translating into a 227% price gain, excluding interest.

Early retirement in India requires more than high income. Experts suggest a disciplined savings strategy, a 7080% equity allocation when retirement is 1520 years away, and gradual de-risking as the goal approaches.

A Delhi-based property owner was denied tax credit after her tenant deducted TDS but didn't pay it to the government. Here's what ITAT Delhi ruled.

The Supreme Court set aside a 425.27 crore customs penalty after finding that the order relied on AI-generated legal material. The diamond trader will now face fresh adjudication by a different customs officer, while the court warned against relying on unverified AI-generated case law.

Krafton, the creator of BGMI, plans to invest an additional $250 million in India over the next few years, doubling its total investment. The South Korean gaming company has backed numerous startups and continues to strengthen its local operations.

Creating a HUF allows families to benefit from independent taxation, separate deductions, and wealth management. However, merely establishing an HUF doesn't lower tax liability. Here's whether salaried individuals can form one. 

Income tax authorities questioned a 25 lakh deposit by a Bengaluru resident. The cash deposit was subsequently treated as unexplained money and added back to her income. Here's why ITAT Bangalore still ruled in her favour.

A manageable EMI is about more than a low monthly payment. Experts explain the 30% EMI rule, debt risks and how borrowers can assess loan affordability while protecting savings and financial security. Seeking professional guidance is a must when faced with financial hardships. 

September 5 is Teachers' Day in India, but banks remain open as it is the first Saturday of the month. RBI guidelines mandate bank closures on specific Saturdays and Sundays. Details here.

Recent FDA crackdowns over hygiene and temperature lapses are pushing Blinkit, Zepto, and Instamart to add dedicated store-level checkers as rapid order volumes strain dark store operations.

Bajaj Groups EPC firm Bajel Projects is resisting the temptation to chase rapid growth even as Indias renewable energy push lifts demand for power transmission. Instead, it is picking projects carefully, sharpening execution, expanding capacity and looking overseas for better margins.

The charity commissioner's dismissal of a Tata Sons share transfer probe included sharp criticism of trustee Vijay Singh's conducta remark Singh attributes to the Trusts' own filing, while the organization insists it originated from the regulator.

After recording its first quarterly subscriber addition since the 2018 merger in the June quarter, Vodafone Idea is looking to bring back its creative swagger.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has been chosen by the Department of Defense to review any transactions between the Pentagon and companies associated with Cerberus Capital Management, according to a US official.

Moksh Chopra will move from KFC India to Taco Bell International as market lead for the Indian Subcontinent on 7 September. Chopra will be taking charge of strategy and growth across India, Sri Lanka, and Kuwait.

USA-TRADE-WACKER-CHEMIE:Exclusive-Trump's bid to shield chip supply chain could backfire in Tennessee

Frequent travelers can leverage credit card reward points for hotel stays, unlocking loyalty benefits and free-night awards. It's crucial to strategically redeem points and compare cash prices with point requirements for maximum value, especially when hotel rates are high.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) requires card issuers to provide customers with clear mechanisms for reporting lost, stolen or misused cards, along with multiple channels through which cardholders can contact them

Retail sugar price has dropped 3.85% to 62.57 per kg in a week, data from the Consumer Affairs Ministry showed. The slight drop follows recent government measures, including allowing imports and tightening of stockholding norms for dealers. 

Dixon's camera module business, operated through its 51% stake in Kunshan Q-Tech India, is targeting a significant increase in production capacity.