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Under Indian tax law, if a resident father-in-law gifts a sum of money to his daughter-in-law who is an NRI, the gift is not taxable in India, either in the hands of the donor or the recipient.

Micro-drama platforms in India are balancing safety with rapid content release cycles to comply with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. 

From managing wedding hangover to navigating parental support, shifting from mine to ours requires more than just a joint account. Why financial compatibility is a non-negotiable for long-term stability

This change is expected to improve implementation efficiency in the silk sector, which employs 9.76 million people across India.

Indias markets may be booming, but disciplined asset allocation and regular rebalancingnot market timingare what help investors compound wealth, manage volatility and avoid costly behavioural mistakes.

Clever puns that play on sexuality are great for brands that are selling sexual wellness. Why would a fintech company lean on it? 

Music labels are investing in film studios to address weak monetization in streaming. By acquiring stakes, they gain control over content creation and diversify revenue streams, transitioning from passive rights holders to active ecosystem owners in India's evolving entertainment landscape.

Indian agriculture is leaning more heavily on fertilizer imports. Urea imports jumped 120% and DAP 54% between April and November FY26 as domestic output lagged demand. Mint explains the impact on farms and the exchequer.

Despite being touted as a big opportunity, social commerce in India lags behind China and Indonesia, accounting for only 1-2% of e-commerce revenue. Key challenges include low consumer trust, logistics, and payment preferences, which may take at least a decade to improve.

Private sector banks are poised to maintain stable net interest margins in Q4 FY26, despite a 25-bps Reserve Bank of India rate cut in December.

An investor with a 5-6 year Systematic Investment Plan history in mid- and small-cap funds seeks advice on whether to move profits into large-cap or hybrid funds, and the expert recommends a hybrid approach.

Record rallies in silver and aluminium, tightening supply from China, and a weaker rupee have driven module prices higher by a third since late December. That threatens to drive tariffs higher.

Union power minister Manohar Lal attributed the turnaround to the Centre's initiatives, including the revamped distribution sector scheme and late payment surcharge rules

Domestic steelmakers raised prices twice in January after India imposed a safeguard duty, as construction demand revived, inventories stayed lean and mills sought to recover margins.

Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have dominated the market until now, but this year is set to bring oral drugs, generics, and a fight for global dominance.

The days which banks will be closed next week (January 19 to 25) include the birthday of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Saraswati Puja, and Basanta Panchami, besides the weekly offs on Saturdays and Sundays.

With several passive funds out there, here are the dos and donts when starting with passives.

The Labour Ministry is reportedly developing a system allowing eight crore EPFO members to directly withdraw their money using UPI. It aims to facilitate quick access, streamline withdrawal and enhance services. 

Bank holiday today, 17 January: Banks in some states across India will be closed on Saturday, 17 January. Bank holidays are decided by the Reserve Bank of India.

Credit reports are crucial for borrowing and reflect your financial history. Accuracy in credit information, including optional details, is vital for lenders to assess profiles and make informed decisions, especially for first-time borrowers. 

In Budget 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made several announcement that came as a boon for taxpayers and salaried people. Will Budget 2026 do the same?

As incomes rise, so do expenses. Lifestyle inflation is quietly eating into savings, pushing young professionals into financial fragility and risky shortcuts to wealth.

The couples latest 37.86-crore land deal in Alibaug underscores rising celebrity-led interest as the coastal town shifts from elite retreats to organised luxury housing.

Bank holiday today, 16 January: Banks in some states across India will be closed on Friday, 16 January. Bank holidays are decided by the Reserve Bank of India.

Indian government's discussions on tighter phone-security rules are raising concerns among global handset makers over intellectual property and privacy in a billion-user market

A series of reforms in 2025 from predictable toll expenses and digital payments to barrier-free tolling and reduced charges during upgrades quietly reshaped highway travel in India.

The Kolkata masterclass by Mint Horizons aims to equip investors with knowledge on global investment opportunities. Discussions will focus on navigating international markets, risk mitigation strategies, and essential themes for successful long-term investing amidst economic shifts.

Experts confirm this is a common scam, as government bodies never solicit payments or new policy purchases to release unclaimed funds.

Across Indian households, there is typically one person who handles everythinginvestments, bills, demat account, UPI apps, bank logins. If that key family member dies without sharing the digital access trail, the family is stuck

Missed income disclosures after the December deadline? The updated return offers a second chancebut only if it results in higher tax, and with penalties that rise sharply over time.

There are some financial steps that one needs to take to avoid unexpected taxes or penalties. The transition requires precise paperwork and liquidation of assets, among other things, to ensure a smooth transition

You may consider making an advance medical directive, or a living will, in which you may communicate your wishes regarding your medical care in case you become critically ill.

The government had introduced the New Tax Regime in Budget 2020, and since then it has made a number of changes to accommodate taxpayers' interests. In Budget 2025, FM Sitharaman made a grand move, lowering the income tax rates. What's coming in Budget 2026?

As retirement nears, financial planning in ones 50s shifts from aggressive growth to risk control, debt reduction, and liquidityaimed at protecting savings from market shocks.

Many professionals build extravagant houses in their villages as status symbols, neglecting the financial implications. These 'Ghost Mansions' serve more as displays than homes, leading to wasted investments and maintenance costs. It's more sensible to renovate homes for utility rather than ego.

Experts believe that investing in thematic funds should be part of a broader investment philosophy, rather than being purely driven by short-term returns. 

A Delhi-based octogenarian couple lost their life savings and even took gold loan to pay to the fraudsters posing as CBI officials 

Tamilnad Mercantile Bank offers 7.50% to senior citizens for special deposit scheme of 456-day tenor 

With interest rates falling and debt returns shrinking post tax, equity savings funds offer conservative investors a tax-efficient middle groundif chosen carefully and held long enough.

A wrong UPI transfer isnt always reversible. From frozen accounts to missed investment returns, heres how recovery works, why delays hurt, and what users should do to protect themselves.