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The Union Cabinet raised the dearness allowance for central government employees and pensioners by 3%, from 60% to 63% of basic pay, effective 1 July, ahead of Diwali. Here are the other states that have also hiked DA amid the festive season.

The RBI has simplified EDF compliance for resident individual service exporters and introduced a 10 lakh threshold for other exporters. It has also revised IDPMS reporting requirements for service imports. Here's what the new FEMA amendment means for freelancers and other exporters. 

As India's creator base grows, influencers are taking audiences offline through festivals, workshops and gatherings to build communities and diversify earnings. Festivals like Halloween and Diwali have added momentum, while brands gain new opportunities to engage audiences in person.

From its origins as a sea-facing Mumbai bungalow to its reported 300-crore valuation and heritage status, Mannat has evolved into one of India's best-known celebrity homes. Its renovation has added another chapter to its story.

The Delhi ITAT deleted 1.13 crore in tax additions after accepting that 3.9 kg of jewellery found at a man's home belonged to his late wife and three married daughters. The ruling highlights how families can establish ownership of gold through supporting evidence.

India has already met its Paris Agreement target of sourcing 50% of installed power capacity from non-fossil fuels, five years ahead of schedule. Modi said the country aims to add another 500 GW over the next 10-11 years.

The government is promoting indigenous, cost-effective and less-polluting energy sources, including ethanol, compressed biogas, hydrogen and biofuels, to reduce import dependence.

Life Cycle Funds automatically shift investments from equity to debt as the target date approaches. Here is how these mutual funds work, who should invest, how to choose the right maturity period and the risks investors must consider.

India's income tax filing data reveals five changing money trends: more Indians are earning beyond salaries, young taxpayers are filing complex returns, low-income earners are reporting diverse income sources, young investors are reporting losses and retirees continue investing.

AOC-Mumbai has sought the aviation ministry's intervention over a proposed 5-million-passenger capacity cut and the relocation of international flights to Navi Mumbai, as foreign carriers resist the move.

Gold and silver prices declined in the latest IBJA evening fixing on 2 November. 24K gold fell 2,530 to 1,37,524 per 10 grams, while 22K gold dropped to 1,25,990. Silver prices declined 1,372 to 1,79,972 per kg.

The proposal has brought the taxation of investment profits into focus, particularly the rules governing gains earned from selling shares and other financial assets.

The Centre's 3% DA hike from 60% to 63% can increase retirement gratuity for central government employees by up to 50,000. However, the actual benefit depends on basic pay, qualifying service and the 25 lakh gratuity ceiling.

The revised deadline is expected to provide relief to taxpayers dealing with multiple compliance obligations, particularly those requiring additional time to complete audits, reconcile financial records and verify tax-related information before submitting their returns.

An Indian resident who acquired a US LLP interest while an NRI wants to declare it under FAST-DS 2026. An expert explains how to value the interest as at 31 March 2026.

Indias capital gains tax regime has undergone several changes over the decades, from its abolition in 1949 to the removal of LTCG tax on listed equities in 2004 and its reintroduction in 2018.

SEBI has proposed scrapping LTCG tax on foreign equity investments and offering tax relief to domestic mutual fund investors switching schemes. The recommendations have been submitted ahead of Budget 2027 and await government approval.

Telecom operators face penalties of up to 20 lakh per quarter for improperly closed complaints and appeals, as Trai cuts grievance redressal timelines and tightens accountability.

Planning to buy gold this Dhanteras? Compare jewellery, coins, gold ETFs and Sovereign Gold Bonds on making charges, GST, liquidity, resale costs and taxation to understand which option is more cost-effective for investment.

Delhi pollution curbs: Authorities would take prompt action against industries that fail to meet pollution standards, and against major sources of emissions and traffic congestion hotspots, with the help of the new monitoring system.

The drug regulator has said no batch of key syrup ingredients can leave a factory without a digital clearance. Drug makers back the tighter tracking, but worry that portal glitches could hold up production and supplies.

Withdrawing 10,000 using a credit card can cost more than expected. Understand cash advance fees, interest rates, GST, repayment calculations and why credit card cash withdrawals can become an expensive borrowing option.

Eternal has opened applications for the first 5,000 Eternal SBI credit cards, inviting eligible customers in batches through a fully digital process. The card offers cashback and discounts across Eternal and partner brands, with annual fees waived for qualifying spending.

HDFC ERGO iCan Cancer Insurance Plan offers 5 lakh to 50 lakh cover through Essential and Enhance variants. Understand its cancer treatment benefits, lump-sum payouts, eligibility, 120-day waiting period, exclusions and important factors to consider before purchasing.

NPPA slashed maximum retail prices for 543 anti-cancer medicines from 9 November, with aim to make cancer treatment more affordable. It estimates the cuts could save patients 2,5003,500 crore in annual out-of-pocket spending.

The scheme offers central assistance of 60% for systems up to 2 kW and 40% for additional capacity, capped at 3 kW. Eligible households can also access collateral-free loans for systems up to 3 kW and may save on bills or earn by selling surplus power.

Employer gifts worth less than 15,000 may be tax-free, but bonuses are taxable from the first rupee. Here's how the rules work and when a bonus can increase your tax bill.

Gold and silver futures rise on 2 November ahead of US midterms. MCX gold at 1,39,112, silver at 1,81,999, while Nifty tops 23,300.

After years of money chasing small- and mid-cap funds, stretched valuations and weakening earnings are prompting investors to reconsider large-cap stocks.

Gold, silver prices today, 2 November: Chennai vs Bangalore prices compared for 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine Silver. We take a look at the city wise details for yellow metal buyers and investors. 

Prices of coal and petcoke, both key to cement making, have stayed high as the war in West Asia drags on. Manufacturers like UltraTech, Ambuja Cements and Dalmia Bharat are left with no option to pass on the higher costs. The hikes came in September and October.

Layoff fears, muted salary hikes and rising prices are making households more cautious this festive season. Experts say plan your splurges without depleting savings or taking on debt.

Rising funding costs and competition for deposits remain key challenges.

Emirates NBD is leveraging its acquisition of RBL Bank to tap into India's growing middle-class and affluent segments, scale digital banking synergies across the UAE-India corridor and expand its footprint through strategic bolt-on acquisitions and venture investments.

At 7.55%, a 7-year 10 lakh car loan has an EMI nearly 15,766 lower than a 3-year one, but adds about 1.70 lakh in interest. See EMIs for 3, 5 and 7 years, rates from 7.55% to 14.30% and what to check before picking a tenure. Also, how to avoid an unmanageable loan.

Gold, silver prices today, 2 November: Check the latest prices and up-down movement for precious metal investors in Garden City. We also bring retail prices of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver across cities Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.

Censor delays, unconfirmed runtimes, and last-minute date shifts keep Indian cinema tied to short booking windows. Experts suggest a phased premium strategy could help event films bridge the gap.

Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company (AMC) has launched the Kotak Nifty Realty Index Fund, an open-ended passive scheme tracking the Nifty Realty Index. Here's all you should know before investing 

Gold and silver prices today, 2 November: 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.

8th Pay Commission pension calculator: Check how existing basic pensions from 25,000 to 75,000 could change under hypothetical fitment factors of 2.5, 3 and 3.5, alongside key pension demands from employee unions.

After the Union Cabinet approved a 3% DA increase for central government employees; the Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan govts also raised DA by 3% each, while Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh announced 2% hikes each for state employees and pensioners. 

AIRF presented its demands to the 8th CPC, seeking better pay scales and risk, hardship, hazardous-duty and dress allowances for its employees. It highlighted railway works round-the-clock and raised concerns for running staff, track maintainers, technicians.

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana taxation explained: Find out whether SSY maturity proceeds and interest are tax-free, how Section 80C deductions work under the old tax regime, and the key deposit limits, account rules and maturity conditions parents should know.

Binance resumed customer withdrawals after a $6.3 billion cyber theft, reporting a $3.64 billion net outflow on Sunday. The exchange says it will cover the losses and has replenished 90% of the stolen funds. The FBI has attributed the attack to the North Korean hacking group TraderTraitor.

Their work is also shifting from routine compliance audits to risk assessment, incident response and investigations, they said.       White-collar crimes are typically committed by entities

The drug regulator ruled that fat-dissolving claims fall strictly under drug laws rather than cosmetics rules, revoking the importers permit after rejecting its plea for voluntary surrender.

A non-resident Indian can claim Section 54F relief on long-term capital gains from selling mutual funds by investing the net sale proceeds in a residential house in India, subject to conditions.

Small-cap mutual funds were October's worst-performing equity category, falling 5.83%. Invesco Small Cap Fund limited losses to 2.98%, while Tata Small Cap Fund plunged 11.16%. Here are the best and worst-performing schemes and how other equity categories fared.

Pune Metro Line 3, connecting Maan and Hinjewadi IT Park with Shivajinagar, will be inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on November 3. Services on the 23.2-km corridor will begin at 6 am on November 4, with 17 of its 23 stations opening initially.

ITAT Delhi deleted a 3.08 lakh penalty on a salaried taxpayer who omitted 4.49 lakh in bank interest from his ITR. The tribunal cited a bona fide omission and an improperly worded penalty notice under Section 270A.