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Taxpayers subject to audit requirements now have until November 21, 2026, to file returns for AY 2026-27, following a CBDT extension. Details here.

An Etihad Airways passenger has claimed they were downgraded from business class to economy despite paying the full fare. A reported airline letter cited high demand and offered a 75% refund for the affected flight sector, triggering a debate over airline accountability and passenger compensation.

With the Nifty 50 still below its January peak, equity mutual fund investors may be wondering whether to stay invested or trim their portfolios. A recent study reveals why market corrections and recovery periods are important to consider.

Learn six common investing mistakes to avoid, from chasing quick returns and following stock market rumours to ignoring diversification, risk and costs. Discover practical investing dos and don'ts to make informed decisions, manage market risks and support long-term wealth creation.

The Income-tax Act, 2025, came into effect on April 1, 2026, raising questions about losses carried forward under the old tax regime. CBDT FAQs explain the transition rules, including what taxpayers should check before adjusting past losses against future income.

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana helps families save for a girl childs future and permits accounts for two girls per family. Here's what happens if you have triplet daughters.

Karnataka's Golden Chariot luxury tourist train has begun its 2026-27 season with 75 guests aboard its inaugural journey. The train features redesigned guest rooms, upgraded food and beverage options, and 3 curated itineraries covering heritage sites, wildlife destinations and coastal experiences.

Received cash, property, or jewellery as a gift? Under the Income Tax Act 2025, gifts exceeding 50,000 in a year are fully taxable, not just the excess amount. Know which gifts are tax-free and how marriage exemptions work. 

NFO for the Motilal Oswal Nifty Midcap150 Plus 813 Yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund closes on October 26. The fund combines 70% Midcap with 30% Government Securities in one portfolio. Here's all you need to know 

The Amazon Pay ICICI Bank Credit Card offers up to 5% cashback for Prime members, 3% for non-Prime members and no joining or annual fee. Check its rewards, charges, eligibility criteria, application requirements and cashback exclusions before applying.

The Bombay High Court has ruled that EPFO cannot reject eligible private sector employees EPS 95 higher-pension applications solely because their employers PF trust rules cap contributions. It directed EPFO to process and allow the petitioners joint options within eight weeks.

Calculate gratuity after 10 years of service on 50,000, 1 lakh and 1.5 lakh monthly wages. Understand the gratuity formula, estimated payouts, eligibility rules and payment deadlines under the Code on Social Security, 2020, before planning your finances.

Gold, silver prices today, 24 October: Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai today. 

EAAA India Alternatives IPO saw 65.42% of its anchor investor allocation go to domestic mutual funds. SBI Midcap Fund and ICICI Prudential Smallcap Fund received the highest allocations. Heres the complete list of schemes.

EPFO: Here's how pensioners can avail the doorstep digital life certificate (DLC) service from India Post to submit their Jeevan Praaman Patra.

The premium Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper is engineered to significantly reduce travel time while providing passengers with state-of-the-art amenities and superior overnight comfort.

ICICI Bank and Indian Bank have revised fixed deposit (FD) interest rates from 23 October 2026. Check the latest FD rates for general depositors and senior citizens, including higher returns on select long-term deposits and Indian Banks special 555-day and 777-day FD schemes.

The 8th CPC is consulting employees, pensioners and unions before submitting recommendations on salaries, allowances and benefits by May 2027. Here's what the ToRs state on dearness allowance and why employees are demanding DA merger 

Uttar Pradesh government employees are awaiting a DA hike for July 2026 after the state last raised DA from 58% to 60% in May. Recent DA hikes in Himachal Pradesh and Kerala have raised expectations. Here's what you need to know. 

The EPFO ECR deadline for September 2026 is 31 October. Find out how the revised 25,000 PF wage ceiling affects employee contributions, payroll calculations, mandatory EPF membership and employer compliance requirements.

DA hikes: From Himachal Pradesh's Diwali increase to Kerala, Telangana, Sikkim, Punjab and Andhra Pradesh announcements Check full list of states that have released dearness allowance hikes this year. 

Will the 8th Pay Commission merge dearness allowance (DA) with basic pay? Here is what the 5th, 6th and 7th Pay Commissions recommended, along with FNPO, Bharat Pensioners Samaj and AIDEFs key demands. Read on to know more. 

The 8th Pay Commission may consider raising the leave encashment limit for central government employees from 300 to 450 days. Know how the proposal could boost retirement payouts, what unions are demanding and whether the change has been approved.

Bank holiday today: Public and private lenders, including the State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and PNB branches, will be closed on 24 October for fourth Saturday off. Check the full RBI calendar here 

Wheat cultivation depends heavily on assured irrigation, and farmers are less vulnerable to variations in rainfall.

Companies are turning internships into the primary way of hiring management students, offering tuition waivers, scholarships, housing, live projects and leadership access. 

The proposed Textile Expansion and Employment (TEEM) Scheme is part of a broader push to boost textile and garment manufacturing and exports, and capitalise on key free trade agreements signed by India in recent years, including those with the UK and the European Union.

Bank of India expects margins to improve in H2 FY27 as faster loan repricing offsets slower deposit-cost increases, while strong FCNR(B) inflows boost liquidity but weigh on near-term NIMs.

The Reserve Banks framework on turnaround time and customer compensation for failed transactions sets clear deadlines. Here is all you need to know.

The new rules mandate strict leverage ratios from 1 April 2027 to strengthen balance-sheet resilience. The RBI turned down banks request for additional time to prepare.

RBI says Indias economy remains resilient, supported by strong domestic demand and rising exports, despite growing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. 

VISHWAS 2026 is a one-time settlement scheme that lets employers resolve disputes over damages levied for delayed Provident Fund contributions. Several High Courts have directed or encouraged employers to use the scheme to close pending litigation.

Aviation turbine fuel is one of the largest cost items for carriers. When a state lowers the tax on ATF, the tax component of fuel purchased at its airports falls.

Form 141 is intended to streamline TDS reporting and payment for transactions involving immovable property, rent, payments to contractors or professionals, and transfers of virtual digital assets (VDAs).

Airlines have asked Adani-run Mumbai airport to prove it must cut about 5 million passengers a year of capacity before moving some international flights to Navi Mumbai. 

LuLu International Shopping Malls has leased 62,035 sq ft at I-Thums Galleria in Greater Noida for 15 years, with total rent nearing 51 crore. The deal comes as the UAE-based retailer targets 25 outlets across Delhi-NCR by 2030. 

A division bench of Justices Rana Vikram Singh and Bibek Chaudhuri passed the order on October 9. Along with upholding the divorce, the court directed the husband to pay his estranged wife 36.25 lakh as permanent alimony.

Focused mutual funds hold up to 30 stocks but typically benchmark against the Nifty 500 TRI or BSE 500 TRI. Experts explain why this comparison can mislead investors, whether style-based benchmarks are needed, and how to assess returns, downside risk and stock selection.

A BIS hallmark provides information about the purity of the gold in a jewellery article. It does not, by itself, certify the quality, authenticity or origin of every diamond or gemstone set in the piece.

The 342-km Bengaluru-Vijayawada greenfield highway is part of the Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Economic Corridor under Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase II. The six-lane, access-controlled road aims to improve connectivity between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh.

The Income-tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, 2026, introduces Form 141 to consolidate four TDS forms. Applicable from Tax Year 202627, it covers specified property purchases, rent, contractor and professional payments, and virtual digital asset transfers. Here are the thresholds and filing rules.

Senior citizens can earn up to 8.5% interest on fixed deposits in October 2026. Small finance banks offer the highest rates, followed by private and public sector banks. Here is a comparison of top FD rates across banks for 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year tenures.

The development comes at a difficult time for PepsiCo, which has been trying to improve the performance of its salty snacks business. The company has also faced weakness in its North American soft drinks division.

Elon Musk has reportedly invested about $1 billion in Skydance, which recently acquired Warner Bros. Discovery for $110 billion. The investment comes as the company faces nearly $87 billion in debt and plans $6 billion in cost cuts. Skydance shares fell after initially rising on the report.

Proposed changes to insurance commissions could reshape distribution, jobs and access to protection. Reform must be backed by evidence of lower costs and better consumer outcomes.

Rising gold prices push the omnichannel jewellery retailer to rethink entry-level offerings and test new retail formats, as 44% top-line growth is offset by margin pressure and a lower average basket size.

Infosys revised its revenue growth forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 to 1%-2% from its earlier estimate of up 1.5%-3%.

The junction caters to over five lakh residents and is aimed at reducing traffic congestion on one of Greater Noida Wests busiest traffic corridors.

The automaker reported a profit of 2,138 crore rupees ($225.19 million) for the July to September quarter, compared with a loss of 1,021 crore rupees a year earlier. The profit included a one-time gain of 218 crore rupees.

After her belongings were delayed, damaged and partly lost during a Delhi-to-Nagaland move, Longchar sought compensation. The consumer commission held the movers deficient in service and rejected Urban Companys claim that it was merely an intermediary.