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NRIs are allowed to invest in Indian equities and mutual funds but require NRE or NRO accounts, demat accounts, and specific permissions for stock market access. Details here.

The move is aimed at making companies globally competitive and getting them easier access to capital.

EPFO will hold a live pension session on 18 August, allowing members to raise EPS queries and grievances. Know the timing, platforms, key pension topics and practical tips before participating in the EPFO live session.

The ministry of road transport and highways has tightened how it rates DPR consultants, giving associate firms only 75% of the lead consultant's rating instead of an equal score. 

SGB 2019-20 Series III investors can opt for premature redemption from August 14, 2026, with RBI fixing the redemption price at 15,310 per unit. At the 3,449 issue price, the gold bond has delivered an absolute gain of about 344%.

Gold and silver prices today, 14 August: 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 is consulting central government employee unions, pensioners and other stakeholders. Decisions on fitment factor, minimum salary, allowances and pension revision remain pending, with recommendations due by May-June 2027.

Investors in India who rediscover old physical share certificates, must convert them into demat holdings. SEBI's recent circular introduces a special window for eligible cases, along with simplified procedures for securities transmission. Details here.

EPF can help salaried employees build long-term wealth through regular contributions and compounding. Expert shares how staying invested, avoiding premature withdrawals and planning can strengthen retirement savings.

Consumer goods companies are giving milk-based drinks a protein boost as health-conscious consumers shift towards on-the-go products.

Around two-thirds of fertilizer applied to crops may not be absorbed by plants, raising concerns over the cost of subsidies, groundwater contamination and air pollution.

While financial independence can be liberating, retiring early may feel hollow if it means withdrawing entirely from work or society without a clear end goal.

For many global banks, India offers a juicy retail market, and buying into existing non-banks offers a quick entry without exposing themselves to direct lending operations.

Sector leadership keeps changing, but the next opportunity may not be where investors expect. A decade of market cycles offers clues on how sectors fall out of favour, recover and eventually regain investor attention, with valuation and fundamentals holding the key.

Financial freedom isnt defined by a fixed 5 crore or 10 crore corpus. Inflation, debt, dependents, healthcare costs and retirement goals can significantly change the amount you need. Heres why your personal freedom number may be very different from what you expect.

The higher-pension process stems from the Supreme Court's November 2022 judgment, which upheld the right of eligible employees to opt for pension contributions based on higher wages, subject to the applicable conditions.

If you are an Indian content creator earning income from YouTube, it is important to understand how your dollar earnings should be converted, taxed and reported in your ITR. Knowing the correct rules can help you avoid errors and ensure proper tax compliance.

The plan is designed to address changing financial and healthcare needs across different stages of a woman's life, while offering additional flexibility in premium payments.

West Bengal 7th Pay Commission has decided to set-up the website. It will provide details of the Commissions activities, official notifications and opportunities for stakeholders to submit their views and relevant data. It will also allow employees & other stakeholders to submit memoranda to panel.

Your mutual fund value on a broker or wealth-management report may differ from the value shown in your CAS even when the number of units is the same. One possible reason is that the platforms may use NAV data from different dates to calculate the investment value.

Niti Aayog and Crisil have identified 12 sectors where India can aim for global manufacturing leadership by 2047. The report warns India must shift from scaling output to building value addition, tech depth and supply-chain integration.

Higher global prices and import costs are keeping Indias edible oil market under pressure, while the benefits of higher oilseed sowing are unlikely to be felt until the new crop arrives.

The government is considering MDR on select high-value UPI merchant transactions to make the digital payments ecosystem financially sustainable. The exact transaction threshold and MDR rate are yet to be finalised, while P2P payments may remain free.

A 54 lakh cash deposit landed a Rohtak property dealer in a tax dispute after he failed to file an ITR and respond to notices. But documents showing the money belonged to property buyers, not him, changed the case and led the Delhi ITAT to delete the tax addition.

The choice largely depends on an investor's financial goals, risk tolerance and investment horizon.

Banks attribute the strong growth momentum in corporate loans to a pick-up in demand from sectors such as renewables, power and data centres.

Annapurna scheme: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari said women earning more than 10,000 a month or belonging to families with an annual income of above 12 lakh would not be eligible for the scheme.

Freelancers and gig workers need to diversify their services, create multiple sources of income and manage their finances carefully if they want to build a sustainable career

A data-driven analysis of active and passive equity funds shows that the outcome varies by market segment. While passive strategies have an edge in some categories, active management can add value in others. Costs and fund selection also play a crucial role.

Borrowing has evolved into a strategic financial decision in India, driven by strong credit growth and the rise of digital lending. This shift is transforming lending practices, making credit more accessible across demographics and regions, though significant untapped potential remains.

The minimum EPS-95 pension remains 1,000 per month, with pensioners demanding an increase to 7,500. The governments latest Lok Sabha response on 10 August did not announce a hike and cited pension fund sustainability and future liabilities.

Analysts expect a full-fledged industry price hike by December 2026 to drive long-term revenue, framing Airtels recent removal of budget packs as an early, targeted adjustment rather than a full market revision.

Consumer spending increased slightly but purchasing quantities decreased.

An NRI having NRE, NRO and FCNR accounts may have to pay tax on interest income. Here's when it applies and when it is exempt from tax as per income tax rules. 

Filing your ITR before the 31 July deadline does not guarantee that you will not receive an income tax notice later. Mismatch in AIS/Form 26AS, incorrect tax claims and errors in the return can still trigger a communication from the Income Tax Department.

When a familiar OTT face walks away, can the franchise keep viewers hooked? As shows return after two- or three-year gaps, creators are finding new ways to handle exits, recast roles and keep audience loyalty intact.

A property buyer who paid 6.5 crore for a property valued at 8.85 crore for stamp duty purposes won relief from a 2.35 crore tax addition. ITAT Mumbai ruled that a higher stamp-duty value alone cannot prove undisclosed investment under Section 69B without evidence of extra payment.

RBIs new recovery framework bars lenders and agents from harassment, threats and surprise visits, while setting rules for call timings, field visits, agent conduct and borrower grievances.

The Delhi High Court has instructed the income tax department not to process tax returns of high court and Supreme Court judges due to a dispute over allowances. Here's what happened.

An ITAT Delhi ruling has upheld a 1.86 lakh penalty against a taxpayer for failing to disclose his UAE bank account and foreign shareholding in his ITR. The tribunal rejected his explanations and held that the undisclosed foreign assets could be assessed under the Black Money Act for AY 2020-21.

The 8th Pay Commission has 18 months from its constitution on 3 November 2025 to submit its recommendations, putting the deadline in May 2027. The government has clarified that it has not confirmed an early submission.

Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed that the RBI's proposal to introduce 10 and 20 plastic banknotes has been approved by the government. Here's what she said about the launch timeline. 

The RBI has proposed a common framework for loan pricing, including benchmark-linked rates, board-approved pricing policies and tighter rules on loan spreads. The draft also proposes APR caps for small-value and microfinance loans.

Chinese carmakers global expansion could create a sizeable new revenue stream, but only for Indian component makers with an established international manufacturing footprint.

As congested cities make destination shopping and dining less attractive, consumer brands rework expansion strategies around elite neighbourhoods.

RBIs concessional hedging window opened a cheaper route to overseas funds for PSU lenders, but higher US yields and a crowded dollar market have eroded the advantage. With offshore and domestic borrowing costs now nearly at par, PSU non-banks face a tougher funding choice.

Essential services are expected to remain operational during the statewide bandh in Karnataka on Thursday.

Four equity fund categories large-cap, dividend-yield, value, and ELSS saw net outflows in July despite mostly positive returns. Experts explain the key reasons behind the trend and what investors should consider before making changes to their portfolios.

The new fund offer is aimed at investors looking to park surplus money for relatively short periods while keeping volatility lower than that typically associated with pure equity funds.

Form 128 allows taxpayers to obtain lower or nil TDS/TCS certificates. Under the Income Tax 2025, child certificates can be generated for individual payers. Here's what they mean, who needs them, and how to get them.