Companies News Today Live Updates on December 26, 2024: Get the latest updates on the company's financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and market shifts. Explore detailed insights on mergers, acquisitions, financial results, and leadership changes that are shaping the business landscape across industries.

The credit cards which are considered popular among gadget enthusiasts give good cashback to the cardholders and include Amazon Pay ICICI Credit Card and HDFC Bank Millennia Credit Card

EPFO adds 13.41 lakh net members in October 2024; youth, women lead the pack: Payroll data

Instant loans: One could raise a loan for any of the common purposes that range from home renovation, vacation travel or an emergency to buying a piece of jewellery or hosting a wedding, among others.

India Cement's promoter shareholders resigned on Wednesday after UltraTech Cements completed the acquisition of majority stakeholding in the Chennai-based cement manufacturer. 

Several fintech firms host online platforms and mobile apps to facilitate loan applications, thus lowering the need for paperwork and manual intervention.

N Srinivasan has stepped down as vice chairman and managing director pursuant to the completion of the transaction and due to the consequent cessation of control by the existing promoters over the company

In India, platforms such as CoinDCX, CoinSwitch, Mudrex, Binance, and WazirX facilitate trading in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Mint compares the three widely used exchanges.

The new tax regime (NTR) lets you compute your income tax at a lower rate slab, but it renders you ineligible to claim most tax exemptions and deductions against your invesments in tax saving instruments

Ola Electric launched 3,200 new stores around the country on Wednesday, December 25, along with its exclusive S1 Pro Sona Edition electric scooter. CEO Bhavish Aggarwal says more than 1 lakh people joined the celebration.

Baby John: In a film with a star cast including Keerthy Suresh and Varun Dhawan, illogical action and weak storytelling prevail. The narrative highlights the necessity of financial literacy for children, contrasting the movie's entertainment with valuable life lessons on saving and investing.

Long-duration fixed deposits typically offer higher interest rates whereas the short duration deposits give a lower rate

Pre-approved consumer durable loans are particularly useful for buying essential items like appliances and electronics without delay.

Here we share 6 key money lessons one can learn this Christmas so as to become a good shepherd of his portfolio

Analysts questioned the timing of the Honda-Nissan potential deal amid intense competition from Chinese rivals, reported the news agency Reuters. 

Hisense in talks with contract manufacturer Epack Durable to pick minority stake

With 12 trillion in commitments, AIFs remain underutilized, held back by myths about risk and liquidity, despite their growing potential and diversification benefits.

Honda and Nissan's potential merger may enable them to compete with China's BYD, as both brands struggle with declining sales and production. Honda sold 3.43 million cars and Nissan over 3 million in 2024, while BYD led with 3.76 million, highlighting their challenges in the market.

GST on popcorn: Amid frequent discussions around tax treatment on different products of popcorn, here is a detailed analysis of how much tax you will have to pay while purchasing the item in movie theatres.

Coal-scam: Attempt to acquire proceeds of crime cannot be termed money laundering, says court

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The 18 per cent GST would not be applicable if an individual sells old and used car to another individual. If a GST registered person has claimed depreciation, the tax is payable only on the value representing the margin.

Over the last few years, housing finance companies especially within the affordable segment have attracted increased interest from investors who perceive them as less risky assets.

Personal loans from HDFC Bank offer quick cash for emergencies with interest rates starting from 10.85% to 24%. Factors affecting rates include credit score, loan tenure, and employment status. Loan amounts range from 50,000 to 40 Lakh with repayment periods of 3 to 72 months.

Startups require effective leadership and funding, which can come from various sources including govt schemes. Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Stand Up India Scheme, and others provide loans to support new ventures, particularly for women and marginalized groups, promoting entrepreneurship in India.

Credit score: While credit bureaus are vital in managing credit data, they can be complex and unfair. Enhancing transparency, streamlining dispute processes, and reducing biases are key areas for improvement to ensure a more borrower-focused system that promotes inclusivity in finance.

Personal loans: At the time of porting a loan, it is vital to compare the total interest payable to the new lender vis--vis interest payable currently. However, one should make sure the interest differential is more than the processing fee (and other additional cost) incurred during the portability

TOYOTA-PRODUCTION/ (URGENT, PIX):Toyota global production down for 10th month despite rising sales

Fuel cashback credit cards are useful for those who are frequent traveller and therefore, have fuel consumption

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Companies News Today Live Updates on December 25, 2024: Get the latest updates on the company's financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and market shifts. Explore detailed insights on mergers, acquisitions, financial results, and leadership changes that are shaping the business landscape across industries.

Ugly Christmas sweaters have become a cherished part of holiday traditions, tracing their origins back to the 1950s when festive knitwear first gained popularity.

Lyft Inc. accused the city of San Francisco in a lawsuit of overcharging it $100 million for taxes over five years by unfairly characterizing the compensation earned by drivers who use its app as company revenue.

American Airlines Group Inc. said that a tech issue with DXC Technology Co., a third-party vendor that maintains the companys flight-operating systems, caused a brief groundstop on all US flights on Christmas Eve.

NFRA has alleged in its order that despite the materiality of the transaction, which required rigorous examination, Deloitte issued unmodified audit opinions for both financial years.

The number of non-farm firms in the country comprising proprietorships, partnerships and self-help groups increased 12.84% to 7.34 crore, the Union statistics ministry said, citing an annual survey of enterprises other than companies for the period October 2023 to September 2024.

Flexi caps invest at least 65 per cent in equity and equity-related instruments. They enjoy the flexibility of investing in stocks across market capitalisation large cap, mid cap and small cap.

DGCA on Tuesday imposed a fine of 10 lakh on Akasa Air for refusing boarding to seven passengers on a Bengaluru-Pune flight

ICICI Bank Q3 Update: India's second-largest private bank will declare its October-December quarter for the current  fiscal (Q3FY25) on January 25, 2024.

Elon Musk's AI venture xAI raises $6 billion in Series C funding round on Monday, December 23. Blackrock, AMD, Nvidia, Fidelity were among the top investors pooling in the investment. 

Apart from geopolitical shifts as countries look to move supply chains away from China, Indias medtech industry can leverage the countrys cost advantage - a lower cost of manufacturing, software and hardware talent as well as a growing electronics ecosystem - to boost exports, Himanshu Baid said.

The Ladki Bahin Yojana provides 1,500 to eligible women. Monthly assistance may increase to 2,100, pending budget decisions. Disbursement resumes after a pause due to election codes, benefiting over 12 lakh women in the first phase.

Professional estate planner can help in various tasks, including drafting essential legal documents like wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.

In a recent interview, Kumar Mangalam Birla stated that 1 crore is inadequate for launching a business in India. He recommends young entrepreneurs to consider scalable models, seek partnerships, and understand market dynamics for successful ventures.

ITR filing 2024-25: Now is the time of the year when you must make investment declaration in order to claim tax deduction

Scores of investors in Andhra Pradesh Power Finance Corporation Ltd bonds are still awaiting their funds because of a dispute over repayments between Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The main lesson is this: while state development loans are risk-free, bonds issued by state-owned companies arent.

Axis Bank's IndianOil credit card provides cashback and rewards for fuel purchases, along with dining and movie discounts. Users must spend 3.5 lakh annually to waive the fee, making it suitable for frequent fuel users.

The e-pharmacy sector is in the early growth stage and faces significant operating losses due to high initial investments in technology, large inventory and supply chain inefficiencies.

Taxpayers can resolve income tax disputes under the Vivad se Vishwas Scheme 2024 by paying disputed amounts and a percentage by December 31, 2024. Late submissions will incur increased tax rates

AstraZeneca Plc and Daiichi Sankyo Co. have voluntarily withdrawn an application for a lung cancer treatment in the European Union in a blow for the experimental drug.