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Switching jobs often results in multiple EPF accounts under the same UAN. Employees must request EPFO to merge these accounts to ensure all retirement savings are consolidated. Here's how to do it online. 

An individual can choose a life cycle fund that aligns with their financial goal date. The fund has a diversified portfolio, starts with a higher equity allocation, and follows a glide path towards maturity.

The scheme's target was to provide interest subvention worth 350 crore on loans worth 5,800 crore to 5,800 businesses

On 14 March, banks across India will be closed for the second Saturday of the month. Customers can still access online banking services for transactions.

Retirement planning can benefit from PPF, EPF, and VPF, which offer high interest rates and tax exemptions. PPF provides guaranteed returns at 7.1%, while EPF and VPF have 8.25%. Contributions to these schemes are eligible for tax benefits under Section 80C.

Trais move is aimed at tightening accountability and discouraging the misuse of regular voice lines for mass spam calling

The new Income Tax Act will come into force from 1 April 2026. Experts suggest that the new rules will be beneficial to salaried employees who opt for the old tax regime, as they will be able to claim higher exemptions and deductions. 

Specialized treatments, targeted skincare and haircare formulations, and natural products are emerging as key growth drivers as consumers increasingly pay for tailored solutions.

With the three-bucket retirement strategy, you can meet your regular monthly expenses, keep a cushion for the medium term, and grow your wealth in the long-term. The buckets provide flexibility to adjust funds within each bucket and offer complete control.

With the three-bucket retirement strategy, you can meet your regular monthly expenses, keep a cushion for the medium term, and grow your wealth in the long-term. The buckets provide flexibility to adjust funds within each bucket and offer complete control.

The final advance tax payment for FY 202526 is due on 15 March. Taxpayers must estimate their income and pay in four instalments to avoid interest charges. Heres your complete guide to clearing dues online.

While seasonal demand remains critical, long summers and early rains push food and consumer goods makers to predict demand and schedule production better. Here's how how beverage, ice cream, and consumer goods companies in India are walking the tightrope balancing demand and costsand climate.

India's booming mobile phone exports are vulnerable as analysts project a $2 billion-3 billion loss due to the conflict in the Gulf region. EMS companies, heavily reliant on West Asian markets, are particularly exposed to trade disruption and reduced demand.

Multi-asset allocation funds are rapidly gaining traction among investors. Deepak Shenoy, CEO of Capitalmind AMC, sheds light on how these funds provide a balanced portfolio and if these funds are the right choice for your investment strategy

This means that telecom equipment makers such as Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco, and Tejas Networks can no longer rely solely on temporary approvals or self-declarations of compliance with security testing requirements, but will now have to clear some mandatory security checks.

The parliamentary committee sought major changes to India's EV schemes. It seeks to include startups, incentivize electric four-wheelers, and extend aid for two-wheelers to boost sales and fix current flaws.

Amidst the reports of shortage of cooking gas supply, the central govt announced that 20% of the average monthly commercial LPG requirement will be allocated from Thursday, March 12, by OMCs in coordination with the state governments so that there is no hoarding or black marketing.

The final instalment of advance tax payment deadline for the financial year 2025-26 is March 15, 2026. Here's who much pay the tax and the penalty for missing the due date. 

Experts say the decision allowing automatic route for sub-10% investments from border countries could revive stalled deals and reopen flows of Chinese capital.

Income Tax: The Union Budget 2026 introduces amendments to the Income Tax Act that simplify compliance for taxpayers. Here is a list of crucial changes for Indian taxpayers. 

Every few years, an Indian actor lands a role in a Hollywood project, sparking excitement about global crossover success. But despite the buzz, the path from Bollywood or regional cinema to Hollywood remains  fraught with challenges

Renting furniture and appliances is gaining popularity among urban professionals seeking flexibility and lower upfront costsbut hidden charges and long tenures can make buying the smarter financial choice.

SIFs sit between mutual funds and PMS, offering advanced strategies like longshort equity and derivatives exposurebut investors must understand the risks before allocating capital.

The Centre plans to introduce a 12-16% incentive for investments in construction equipment manufacturing such as cranes, tunnelling machines. Will it cut dependence on China, Japan and European countries?

Morbi, India's ceramic hub, is on the brink of closure due to disrupted gas supplies from West Asia. With 400 factories at risk and thousands of jobs hanging in the balance, the geopolitical crisis threatens to unravel a $7 billion industry, reminiscent of the COVID-19 crisis.

When conflict rattles markets, fear dominates, but smart investors see beyond the headlines.

This prohibition shall extend to any form of direct or indirect promotional activity in print, electronic, digital, social media, or any other public platform that is intended, directly or indirectly, to promote the product to the general public. 

India may soon require foreign airlines to obtain operating authorization through a fully digital approval system. Draft rules from regulator DGCA propose standardized documentation, a local representative and stricter checks on ownership, safety and regulatory compliance.

Longer routings after Pakistan airspace closure and West Asia tensions have pushed some international flights beyond the 10-hour limit for two-pilot crews.

Publishers and bookstore owners are a happy lot today. Because one thing has become clear at lit fests and book fairs from Chumoukedima to Banaras, Shillong to Hyderabad: Indias book business is booming.

Mumbai's Worli sees another mega apartment sale at 1.7 lakh per sq ft as Ravi Raheja, group president of real estate firm K Raheja Corp and his wife sell apartment at Raheja Artesia

Nitin Kaushik warns that outdated retirement plans fail to address rising healthcare costs and longevity. He suggests that individuals must prepare for a minimum corpus of 300 times monthly expenses by 2026 to avoid financial crises in retirement.

While the union government is using its emergency powers to block lawsuits over LNG diversions to priority sectors, legal experts say constitutional courts still hold the power to strike down orders that are arbitrary or unreasonable.

EPF members may soon withdraw funds directly through UPI, with a target rollout by April 2026. Additionally, a pilot project will automatically settle claims for small inoperative accounts, simplifying the withdrawal process and helping members access long-unclaimed funds more quickly.

While a registered gift may seem final, Indian courts are increasingly using maintenance laws to strip away property from heirs who fail to care for their elderly parents.

Although banks losing depositors to other avenues is not new, fresh RBI data sheds light on how young Indians are no longer reliant on banks

Oil spikes, FII selling and geopolitical tensions have shaken markets and retail portfolios. Experts say investors should stay disciplined, deploy cash gradually and rebalance portfolios if allocations have drifted. 

Ramzan, school exams, and the T20 World Cup have severely impacted the movie industry, leading to delayed releases. Anticipation builds for Dhurandhar: The Revenge, expected to revive box-office fortunes, as producers remain cautious amid a lack of appealing content.

Global equity schemes allow investors to tap opportunities across markets worldwide. Strong demand has pushed international ETFs to trade at a premium to domestic ETFs. Should Indian investors still buy in?

As groundwater levels decline, labour costs rise and climate plays havoc, policymakers and scientists are increasingly promoting direct seeded rice (DSR) as a more viable alternative to traditional rice cultivation. However, there are stumbling blocks hindering its wider adoption.

Should you opt for fixed deposits (FDs) vs public provident fund (PPF), when investing for your future? Check interest rates, tenure, tax benefits and risk level of these investment instruments before making a decision.

Inflows into gold ETFs in Feb dropped substantially to 5,255 crore, following a decline in gold prices, compared with 24,040 crore in January

The global economy faces challenges from political conflicts and trade policy changes, affecting financial systems. Credit plays a crucial role in maintaining resilience, as lenders must identify stable borrowers while managing risks, to ensure long-term financial stability.

Egg freezing can resemble an insurance policy more than a traditional investment, something that requires planning but may never need to be used.

Mutual fund units in India can be held either in a statement of account (SOA) with the asset manager or in demat form with a depository. Each format differs in flexibility, features and costs.

Observe how a fund behaves under different conditions. The aim is not to predict which worldview markets will reward next. It is to make decisions investors can live with over time.

Two common NRI tax questions answered: how to re-request a failed income-tax refund credited to an NRE account, and whether NRIs can claim capital gains exemption under section 115F if they havent used it before.

Gold loans are shedding their last-resort image as record prices unlock higher borrowing capacity. Experts say disciplined borrowing and awareness of LTV risks are key as more households monetise idle gold.

Deepak Shenoy has alerted people to fake tax notices being circulated via email, urging vigilance against fraudsters during tax season. Here's how to check whether your tax notice is genuine and what steps to take next.

Multi-asset funds are drawing strong inflows, but Sebis FoF recategorization has triggered a wave of new variants. While they promise deeper diversification, the growing menu may also complicate investor choice.