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Gold and silver prices today, 8 September: 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.

SEBI has extended the deadline for Angel Funds to comply with the accredited investor requirement to March 31, 2027. Details here.

Filed your ITR but the income-tax refund has not reached your bank account? Here are six things to check if the refund is delayed, failed or marked as issued. From checking your refund status and bank-account validation to requesting a refund reissue, heres what taxpayers should do next.

Income Tax Dept seized gold, diamonds and 11.2 kg silver from a Mumbai womans home and bank lockers. ITAT Mumbai deleted 11.23 lakh tax addition after accepting her explanation of marriage gifts and inheritance.

Investing in mutual funds or insurance requires nominating a person to receive proceeds upon death. Here's whether minors can be nominated and everything else you need to know.

The company creation fund will deploy capital in 30-50 crore cheques over four years to build niche healthcare platforms across oncology, preventive care, and geriatrics, managing partner Pankaj Jethwani told Mint.

The registry could bring several changes for policyholders, from putting all their insurance policies in one place and making health insurance portability easier to enabling product comparisons, simpler servicing and better visibility into agents and intermediaries

A South Korean gaming billionaire and his wife will get a court verdict on their divorce Wednesday, with control of one of the countrys biggest privately held gaming companies potentially at stake.

Federal investigators probe Amazon cargo jet's fiery runway crash that killed 5 in Miami

Mutual fund investors can benefit from a tax advantage on dividends received by schemes, as these dividends are not taxed at the scheme level. The full amount can remain invested and compound, unlike direct stock dividends, which are taxed at the investors slab rate. 

John Ternus is set to succeed Tim Cook as Apple CEO, taking charge amid rising memory costs, potential iPhone price hikes and EU App Store changes. His first major test will be the September 9 launch, including the iPhone 18 Pro and expected foldable iPhone.

Sachin Tendulkar has acquired full ownership of the 3.09-acre parcel. For the remaining two properties, he has purchased a 50% undivided share, according to the registration documents.

Mutual funds often come with 10- or even 20-year performance histories, but the manager currently making investment decisions may have been running the scheme for much less time. A September 2026 analysis found average manager tenure below three years across every equity-fund category.

Bank unions have strongly opposed the performance-linked incentives framework, calling it discriminatory and favouring senior executives (Scale IV and above).

A weak or negative SIP return in the first two years may not be a reason to exit. An analysis of two decades of Nifty 500 TRI data found that nearly 69% of cases with negative two-year SIP returns delivered double-digit annualised returns by year five, while none remained negative. 

Copper surged to its highest-ever price on the London Metal Exchange after a weeks-long rally fueled by anticipation that President Donald Trump will expand US tariffs to imports of refined metal.

Air Indias Tewolde takes charge as Chandrasekaran sets sharper priorities on safety, trust, operations and costs.

Investing in experiences and comfort can enhance life satisfaction. Here are 5 luxuries you must spend on once essentials, emergencies and future goals are covered.

Bond yields have risen sharply over the past year, with Indias 10-year government bond yield nearing 7%. As equities remain volatile and F&O traders face losses, higher yields are making debt more relevant for retail investors. 

HDFC Bank has lowered its lending benchmarks by 5 to 10 basis points for various tenures effective September 7, 2026. The revised MCLR rates now range from 7.90% to 8.60%, with reductions benefiting borrowers linked to MCLR loans.

For taxpayers subject to a tax audit, the 30 September audit report deadline and the 31 October ITR filing deadline are separate but connected compliance steps for AY 2026-27. Here's what taxpayers need to know about these two deadlines and what they should do before each date.

By adopting practical habits, you can effectively save money for future expenses. Here are 5 hacks to save more money; these finance lessons from Indian mothers make you richer every week.

Swiggy will swap its entire holding in Lynk Logistics for shares in Udaans parent and separately invest 75 crore in the B2B platform, retaining exposure to Indias retail distribution opportunity.

Investing 30 lakh? Compare SCSS, bank FD and Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) interest rates, income potential, deposit limits and payout frequency to understand which option can deliver the highest regular income while balancing eligibility, liquidity and tax considerations.

FDs may offer stability, but putting a large amount in one bank can expose investors to concentration risk. DICGC deposit insurance covers up to 5 lakh per depositor per bank, including principal and interest. Heres what investors with large FD portfolios should know. 

First female administrator in the Panama Canal's history takes the helm

Investing without clear goals can lead to poor decisions influenced by emotions or trends. Check these 5 common money mistakes.

Experts say a personal loan can help consolidate credit card debt if its interest rate is lower than your card's cost and you maintain repayment discipline, but check processing fees, prepayment penalties and total interest before switching.

Silver surged 98% in a year, but investors earned only 18%. The sharp gap raises a bigger question: did investors miss the rally, or did they enter at the wrong time? The answer lies in how investor behaviour changed as silver prices climbed.

Taxpayers with business or professional incomes face different ITR deadlines. Tax audit reports are due by September 30, 2026, with penalties applicable for late submissions. Details here.

Mark Zuckerberg owns multiple properties with his wife Priscilla Chan, including their recent purchase of a gothic castle in Ireland. The couple also own two lakefront estates, a residential home in Palo Alto, ranches in Hawaii and several more mansions and properties in the US. Check all.

A Sukanya Samriddhi account does not automatically close when the girl gets married. If she marries after turning 18, the account may be closed prematurely within the prescribed timeline, subject to SSY rules.

India's life expectancy has risen over the last few decades, emphasising the need for enhanced retirement planning. Experts explain what an average retiree needs after exiting the workforce.

The Bengaluru-based company plans to deploy the capital across southern India as manufacturers grapple with a shortage of suitable housing for industrial workers.

Online platforms can help create a will for as little as 499, while assisted services can cost 30,000 or more. But the question is not just how much you pay to make a willit is whether you have disclosed every relevant asset, established ownership correctly and planned for potential disputes.

Health insurance or emergency fund first? Expert explains why you need both and how much to keep Why savings alone may not protect you from rising medical costs, job loss and unexpected expenses.

Tata Sons' Group Company Secretary, Suprakash Mukhopadhyay, is facing scrutiny over an internal probe into his alleged involvement in his family's wealth advisory business. 

Tata Capital Healthcare Fund aims to exit over half of its portfolio companies from its new 2,500 crore fund via IPOs, pivoting away from traditional strategic sales. The firm is raising ticket sizes while targeting growth drivers like medical devices, and single-specialty chains.

Unlike conventional electric trains that draw power from overhead lines, the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trainset generates electricity on board through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, with water vapour and heat as its only by-product. 

8th Pay Commission's Chennai consultation began on September 7 2026, covering fitment factor, salary, and pension reforms. No official fitment factor confirmed yet. Next stops: Puducherry (September 9), Chandigarh (September 16-18), Bengaluru (October 7-8).

The Supreme Court protected the pension and retiral benefits of a municipal engineer whose ST certificate was invalidated after more than three decades of service. The court used Article 142 to grant limited relief while making clear that his ST status was not restored or validated.

Credit card advisors promise to maximize rewards, but fees can range from 399 to 1.5 lakh. When does the extra value justify the costand when are you better off doing it yourself?

Nua will deploy the fresh capital towards brand building, expanding distribution, and strengthening research and development.

Only four mid-cap funds delivered over 17% annualised three-year SIP returns, with HSBC Midcap Fund topping the list at 20.70%. Value Research data shows that several of the categorys largest funds by AUM delivered lower returns, highlighting the wide performance gap.

The dispute concerns GST proceedings against Vodafone Idea's erstwhile company Vodafone Mobile Services, arising from the sale of its telecom tower business as a going concern.

Caratlane, which turns 18 this year, is at an inflexion point, says managing director Saumen Bhaumik.

Investors questioning their equity exposure should look past current market conditions and focus entirely on their specific financial objectives and timelines.

The appointment comes as NIIF looks to accelerate deployment across its strategies while also expanding its pool of institutional capital.

NPS is a retirement savings scheme providing market returns and tax benefits through voluntary contributions. If contributions cease temporarily, the accrued amount remains invested and continues to generate returns. Here's how much your retirement corpus could lose due to a pause.

Aera approved one-third of Bengaluru airports 20,920 crore capex proposal for FY27-FY31, while shifting some projects to a recovery model that starts only after assets are completed and put to use.