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Jeff Bezos is reportedly linked to a $69.5 million Golden Beach oceanfront estate, a record single-family home purchase for the area. The seven-bedroom property may expand his South Florida holdings, though the buyer remains unconfirmed because it was purchased through an LLC.

Double Contributions Convention extends the social security contribution exemption for eligible Indian and UK employees on temporary overseas assignments to up to 5 years (60 months). Heres how the new rules benefit employees.

When it comes to the Merchant Discount Rate (MDR)the cost merchants pay banks to process card transactionsthe regulatory lines blur between debit and credit cards, legal experts told LiveMint.

The Centre is considering reducing its stakes in Central Bank of India, UCO Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank and Indian Overseas Bank to 75% to meet public shareholding norms. 

Actor Sameera Reddy has already opened the doors of her Goa home to actor Archana Puran Singh and choreographer Farah Khan. She gave a detailed tour of her home to Singh and Khan, which they posted on their YouTube channels.

The EPFO board may discuss raising the Employees Pension Scheme minimum monthly pension at its meeting in Gujarat on 19 November. This comes amid demand from unions and pensioners, who have sought increase from 1,000/month to 7,500 month.

Sonu Sood has leased a Versova commercial property to Bokka Coffee, with rent expected to total 3.52 crore over five years. Monthly rent starts at 5 lakh and rises by about 8% annually. 

EPFO has explained how long an EPF account continues to earn interest after an employee retires at 58. Interest continues to be credited for 3 years, up to age 61, after which the account becomes inoperative. Heres how the rule works and what retirees should consider before withdrawing savings.

Sovereign Gold Bonds: RBI has set the final redemption price of SGB 2018-19 Series II at 14,425 per gram today, October 23, 2026. Investors who purchased the bonds at the original issue price can earn capital gains of up to 366%, excluding interest and taxes.

While the Centre has not confirmed an announcement date govt employees and pensioners are anticipating a dearness allowance hike during the next Union Cabinet meeting reportedly scheduled for 28 October. 

Gold and silver prices today, 23 October: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

ICICI Bank will revise charges on cash deposits and withdrawals beyond the free limit, demand drafts and ECS debit returns from 1 December 2026, according to an email to customers. Free monthly limits and the ECS return cap are unchanged. Heres what customers should check before transacting.

Sebi said certain unregistered persons were offering stock recommendations to investors through invitation-only WhatsApp groups in the name of free investor education.

The 8th Pay Commission is holding consultations in Mumbai on 22-23 October. Unions have sought a minimum basic pay of 69,000-72,000 and higher increments. An expert explains how a higher basic pay can raise DA, HRA, pension and gratuity over a 20-year career. These are proposals, not approved.

Punjab government employees staged a mass casual leave protest demanding pending dearness allowance payments, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, pension revisions and reinstatement of discontinued allowances. 

For older entrepreneurs who arent quite ready to retire, buying and growing a business with their children becomes part hobby and part training ground for the next generation.

Calling heavy retail flows a threat to macroeconomic stability, market veteran Shankar Sharma warns that SIPs will yield poor returns and advises investors to prioritize fixed income, gold, and real estate.

HCL Technologies, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra are doubling down on advising clients on AI deployment

eMudhra is exiting its global website security certificate business after Google, Apple & Microsoft withdrew trust in certificates weakened by a software error. The company says it revoked 8 affected certificates, detected no breach and that its Indian digital signature services remain unaffected.

Even a 10-year SIP could deliver losses, with small-cap indices recording a worst-case return of -0.13%. Edelweiss Mutual Fund data shows mid-cap SIPs delivered the highest average returns over five and ten years, outperforming large- and small-caps.

Trains will operate from 6 am to 9 pm in both directions under the revised schedule. Until now, services on this stretch have started at 7 am and continued until 9 pm.

Cash deposits of 10 lakh or more in savings accounts can be reported to the Income Tax Department, while parents can gift 50 lakh or more to children tax-free. Know the cash deposit limits, gift tax rules and documents needed to avoid scrutiny.

Sold a property at a loss? Income tax rules allow you to offset certain property losses against capital gains from shares and mutual funds. Know the rules for short-term and long-term losses, the eight-year carry-forward limit and key tax conditions.

Received gratuity after resignation or retirement? The tax-free limit for most private-sector employees is 20 lakh, but the entire payout may not be exempt. Know how gratuity tax is calculated, eligibility rules and when income tax applies.

Delhi plans to develop the Yamuna riverfront in two phases, modelled on Gujarat's Sabarmati Riverfront, with parks, cycle tracks, walking paths and sports grounds. The government expects visible improvements in river cleanliness in about 2.5 years.

Nearly 58% of engineers want to become forward-deployed engineers, but nine in 10 lack awareness of a structured upskilling path, a Scaler report says, adding 88% of Indian enterprises expect demand for the roles to rise by 2030, while only 1% of engineers currently hold designated FDE positions.

Post office deposits, bank FDs and arbitrage funds differ in post-tax returns, liquidity and risk. A 5 lakh investment could earn more through arbitrage funds in higher tax brackets, but holding period, taxation and capital safety matter.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says Starlink's in-flight Wi-Fi is attracting passengers from rival airlines, with Elon Musk saying the service moves the needle as the carrier expands its rollout.

SpaceX is offering employees a 20% pay premium for six-week assignments in Memphis, Tennessee, and Southaven, Mississippi, as it accelerates the expansion of its Colossus data centres. 

Have 10 lakh set aside for emergencies? Here's how to divide it between savings accounts, fixed deposits and liquid mutual funds to balance easy withdrawals, capital safety and returns, along with key differences in taxation and liquidity.

Instead of demanding a intimidating 30-year commitment, the First Seven Framework encourages Gen Z to aggressively build their retirement foundation during the first seven years of their career when life responsibilities are minimal.

Delhis State Consumer Commission dismissed HDFC ERGOs appeal over policyholders denied dengue treatment claim. It ruled that 24-month waiting period for specified illnesses could not apply because dengue was not on list, & upheld an order directing insurer to pay compensation & litigation costs.

The Centre has notified new telecom sandbox rules, allowing eligible applicants to seek exemptions from specified regulations to test innovative technologies and services. Trials can run for 24 months, but commercial sales are barred during testing and user consent is mandatory.

Only four of 37 flexi-cap funds delivered over 8% annualised returns on three-year SIPs, while three posted losses. ITI Flexi Cap topped the list at 10.16%, while large schemes such as Parag Parikh, HDFC and SBI delivered lower returns.

Large-cap mutual funds look relatively attractive on valuations, while small-cap funds lead in returns and inflows. With Diwali approaching, experts explain how investors should weigh valuations, risk appetite, investment horizon, and portfolio allocation before deploying fresh money.

Barclays plans to cut 5,000 jobs by the end of 2026 as it uses AI to reduce costs and improve returns. The move comes as third-quarter profit misses estimates, with a sharp decline in fixed-income trading weighing on investment bank income.

KKR- and OTPP-backed Vertis Infrastructure Trust plans to file a draft offer document by December and list publicly by April-May 2027, with the sponsors selling a combined 13-14% stake (over 2,000 crore) via an offer for sale.

Bollywood sequels can substantially grow a franchises worldwide collections: Dhurandhar 2, Gadar 2, Stree 2 and later Drishyam films all out-earned their predecessors. 

Lost money to online fraud despite not sharing an OTP? RBI rules specify when banks must refund customers and how banks' liability is determined. New directions from January 2027 will widen customer protection, shift the burden of proof to banks, and tighten resolution timelines.

Companies are exploring lighter packs, recycled plastic and material substitutions to contain costs, but limited alternatives and weak consumer demand are challenges.

In the 1-year period, Titan Company and Kalyan Jewellers India have delivered returns of 17% and 13%, respectively. However, their mutual fund ownership reflects contrasting investment strategies. Here are the top 5 schemes with the highest exposure to each jewellery stock. 

A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading residents about privacy and the spread of harmful content. The ruling followed a jury finding more than 43 million violations of state law. 

The Income Tax Act, 2025, replaced the 1961 law on April 1, 2026, but outstanding tax dues, pending refunds, and earlier assessments do not automatically disappear. Here's how both laws will operate during the transition and what taxpayers need to know.

According to an official BioWare blog post, the fate of Dragon Age, Mass Effect and its other beloved intellectual properties remains a complex web of cancellations, shifting priorities, and third-party licensing.

Morgan Housels The Art of Spending Money argues that good spending supports personal happiness rather than status or approval. 

HDFC Bank is investigating suspected leaks of confidential information concerning regulatory action in Dubai, MSRDC-related fees and senior-management disagreements. 

The Chinese AI pioneer DeepSeek has raised about 100 billion yuan ($15 billion) in its latest fundraising round, one of the countrys largest ever and a sign of the startups ambitions to compete globally with the likes of Anthropic PBC and OpenAI.

Estimates show small-cap funds have shortened their portfolio liquidation time this year due to higher stock trading volumes, despite managing 30% more assets. 

Cognizant and Google Cloud are assigning more than 18,000 employees to develop AI agents for clients, targeting software modernisation, developer tools, business-process automation and cybersecurity. 

Central government employees and pensioners are still awaiting the July 2026 dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) revision. Despite recent Cabinet meetings and bonus announcements, the Centre has not confirmed the hike, revised rate or arrears payment timeline.