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Gold and silver prices today, 19 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.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) Managing Director PC Jaffer confirmed to the outlet that the corporation aims to run trains on Pink Lines underground section up to Shivajinagar by the end of October or in November.

A Chennai firm allegedly lost 1.90 crore after a WhatsApp message posing as its managing director, leading to a Delhi arrest. Heres how the boss scam works, the warning signs of CEO impersonation fraud, and five steps to verify payment requests and report cyber fraud on helpline 1930.

As the 8th Pay Commission meets in Mumbai on 22-23 October, heres how dearness allowance (DA) differs from dearness relief (DR), what unions are demanding, and what central government employees and pensioners can realistically expect before the final report due by May-June 2027.

Consumer brands are borrowing 15-20% more this festive season.

The margin compression reflects the impact of foreign-currency non-resident (bank) or FCNR(B) deposits, which banks have mobilized faster than they can deploy into loans at normal lending spreads

With soaring rents, high staffing costs, and fast doorstep delivery, traditional grab-and-go outlets are finding themselves stranded between the neighbourhood grocery stores and quick commerce apps.

Torrent Pharmaceuticals accepted Executive Director Amal Kelshikars resignation, effective at the close of business on 16 October 2026. Kelshikar said in his resignation letter that he was stepping down after reflection and believed it was the right time to transition.

Credit card refunds usually return to the card account, reducing the balance or restoring available credit, and may take 514 days to appear. Here's what to do if your billing date is near but the refund has not been credited yet.

The three-bucket strategy can help people achieving financial independence and early retirement (FIRE) manage expenses and market volatility. It divides investments into liquid savings for immediate needs, a balanced portfolio for medium-term expenses and equity for long-term growth.

Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav has announced an investment in Shahrukhz Residences by Danube, a waterfront residential project in Dubai Maritime City. 

Meta will update its website terms on 30 October, removing explicit language authorising the use of crawled content to train its products. The terms still allow automated crawling and collection, with stated purposes narrowed to advertising and business products and product security.

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that Haryana government employees cannot be denied medical reimbursement for dependent parents solely because they receive a 3,000 monthly old-age pension, directing authorities to release admissible claims within two months.

The plans are aimed at subscribers who primarily use their phones for calling and messaging rather than mobile internet.

An NRI won relief from a 3.41 crore income tax addition after ITAT Jaipur found that the assessing officer had mistaken Japanese yen figures for rupees. Bank records established the source of her FCNR deposits, prompting deletion of the addition.

Bharat Petroleum Corporation invites bids for 11 billion litres to meet 20% petrol blending target

Early retirement requires balancing short-term financial goals with long-term wealth creation. Expert explains how to allocate 70,000 or 1 lakh in monthly investments towards FIRE, account for inflation and choose an appropriate equity-debt mix to build a retirement corpus.

A stampede at Kolkatas Chorbagan Sarbojonin Durga Puja pandal killed 19 people and injured 25. The incident has drawn attention to limits in crowd-monitoring technology, including failures in dense, rainy conditions, and to risks posed by temporary structures under heavy rain and crowd pressure.

When a fixed deposit matures, its payout depends on the depositors instructions and the banks rules. Here are your options and whether you should renew or not.

Quant Mutual Funds QSIF Hybrid Long-Short Fund returned 25.5% in six months, ahead of Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Funds Apex at 6.78%. QSIF also led over three months and since inception.

The Supreme Court has directed Indian Railways to provide mandatory travel insurance for all tickets sold at station counters from October 27, 2026. Details here.

An ITAT Surat ruling held that an NRI's property holding period began with the 2011 allotment letter, not registration in 2016. The decision highlights why allotment documents matter when determining long-term capital gains tax on property sales.

The company also said it has launched projects covering 14 million sq ft over the past two and a half years, with a revenue potential of more than 56,000 crore.

FMCG companies face margin squeeze in H2 as input costs rise, price hikes likely after Diwali

Sitting on 400 billion tonnes of coal and a crippling 2.7 trillion import bill for energy products and chemicals, India is racing to turn dirty rock into cheap gas. Can multi-billion-rupee bets overcome tough economic costs and volatile markets?

Central government employees could get a festive-season salary boost if the Centre approves a DA hike from 60% to 63%. Heres how much extra monthly salary and July arrears employees could receive across different basic pay levels, and what remains unconfirmed.

Accenture is exploring a sale of its Greater China business for up to $1.5 billion, the Financial Times reported. The IT consulting giant has hired JPMorgan to advise on the review as it sharpens its focus on AI services and growth.

Eligible first-time employees can receive up to 15,000 under the EPFO-linked PM-VBRY scheme. Check the salary limit, joining dates, EPF membership rules, six- and 12-month service requirements and the financial literacy course needed for the second instalment.

Failed UPI payments, unsuccessful ATM withdrawals and other payment errors can qualify for 100 per day in compensation if refunds exceed RBI's prescribed deadlines. Know the T+1 and T+5 rules, how turnaround time is calculated and what to do if your refund is delayed.

Mumbai restaurants may raise menu prices by 10-15% in the coming weeks, AHAR announced, citing higher costs for ingredients, LPG, wages, rents and transportation. This will help maintain food quality, service standards and staffing and balance affordability, it added. 

A wrong mobile number, incorrect loan details or a missed payment recorded in your credit report could affect how lenders assess your creditworthiness. Learn five essential checks, how to dispute credit report errors and ways to protect your credit score.

A thoughtful ageing-parent plan combines financial safeguards, health preparation and safer surroundings with open communication. 

Each apartment in Varishtha will cost around 3.7 crore for the final buyer, and come with concierge, housekeeping, 24/7 healthcare support, an ambulance on standby and community engagement activities.

Multi-cap and multi-asset allocation mutual funds follow different investment strategies. Multi-cap funds invest across large-, mid-, and small-cap stocks, while multi-asset funds diversify across asset classes. We compare their 1-, 3-, and 5-year returns to see which category leads.

A Sikar taxpayer faced a 3.99 lakh penalty after declaring 12.9 lakh in income following an income tax notice. The ITAT Jaipur quashed the penalty after finding defects in the assessment order and notice. Heres why he won and what taxpayers should check.

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) can make online shopping for Diwali, Dussehra, and Dhanteras more convenient, but it carries risks. Understand 5 key concerns, including overspending, late payment charges, credit score damage and debt accumulation, before choosing BNPL. Read on to learn more. 

JRD Tata believed the country's future would be shaped in real time by the youth willing to question, reason and imagine for themselves. Tata Trusts posts on Twitter what JRD Tata believed about India's future Read full post here 

Experts say there is no limit on properties held under one PAN, provided transactions are genuine and funds are explainable. They recommend keeping sale deeds, payment and funding evidence, bank statements, loan documents, and other ownership records.

With the tax audit report deadline of 21 October approaching, taxpayers need to check their books, reconcile turnover and GST records, review key Form 3CD disclosures, and confirm portal submission. Here are the checks an expert suggests taxpayers should complete before filing.

Axis Bank credit card holders can now tap to pay using biometrics without PIN or OTP, though the launch excludes UPI integration and RuPay support.

The Income Tax Department has introduced Form 141 to simplify tax deducted at source (TDS) compliance. The new form replaces Forms 26QB, 26QC, 26QD and 26QE, covering property transfers, rent, contractor payments, professional fees and virtual digital asset transactions.

In May, the cabinet approved a 37,500 crore scheme to promote coal and lignite gasification, with a target of 100 million tonnes of gasification capacity by 2030. 

Senior citizen home hunt: Seeking house for aged parents? Home prices below 70 lakh and improving healthcare options have made tier 2 cities and spiritual hubs such as Kochi, Nashik, Varanasi and Haridwar popular. 

Located in Maharashtra's Chimur region, the property provides strategic access to five distinct safari gates of the renowned Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve.

Turning 18? Find out how to update your minor PAN card with a new photograph, signature and other details, how to apply for a major PAN card, and why you can retain your existing PAN number instead of applying for a new one.

Indias first proposed AI immigration corridor for cruise passengers could be tested at Cochin Port. Cameras would verify identities while officers monitor checks and follow up on flagged passengers.

Investing 50,000 in KVP vs NSC? Compare Post Office interest rates, maturity periods, estimated returns and Section 80C tax benefits to decide which government-backed savings scheme better suits your five-year financial goal.

The rental agreement is priced at 694 per sq ft per month, translating to a starting monthly rent of approximately 3.46 crore.

Here's how EPFO members can check their provident fund balance, view and download their account passbook and track claims through the official portal, Umang app, SMS, WhatsApp or missed calls services. 

The 8th Central Pay Commission will meet stakeholders in Mumbai on 2223 October 2026 as it considers changes to pay, allowances, pensions and benefits for central government employees and retirees.