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The 8th pay commission will conduct state visits in October to meet with employee and pensioners representatives and stakeholders to discuss recommendations for over 1 crore beneficiaries. It is expected to make an announcement by May 2027.

Indias Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train corridor is adopting canted turnouts, a specialised track system designed to allow high-speed trains to switch tracks smoothly at speeds of up to 320 kmph. The technology extends track banking through the turnout to reduce lateral forces, vibrations, discomfort.

DA row: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed the state chief secretary to appear before it on 5 October for not complying with its previous order regarding payment of pending DA arrears of state employees and pensioners. 

Tax benefits for co-owned properties should not be seen as a hack to maximise tax between spouses, but rather should depend on the actual contribution of each co-owner.

Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and JK Super Cement have backed microdrama series built around narratives that integrate their products into the story, eyeing sustained viewer engagement

India's domestic air passenger traffic fell 6.34% year-on-year to 121.26 lakh in August, DGCA data showed. IndiGo's market share dropped to 65%, while Air India Groups rose to 26.7%. Akasa Air held 5.5% and IndiGo led on-time performance.

Do smallcap stocks deserve a bigger role in your portfolio and are you are prepared for the risks that come with them?

The immediate trigger for the bank strike is a government directive to implement a revised incentive PLI scheme that unions call unfair and unilateral, layered on top of longer-pending demands for a five-day work week, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, and better pension terms for retirees.

Before buying a house, buyers should calculate their sustainable EMI, down payment, existing debt, upfront costs and emergency fund rather than relying only on the loan amount a bank is willing to offer. 

Buying property below its stamp duty value does not automatically mean the price difference is taxable. A recent Pune ITAT ruling clarified that the 10% tolerance limit can protect buyers from tax implications.

New railway pension rules provide family and disability benefits to eligible NPS-covered employees in specified cases. Depending on the circumstances, families can receive 60% or 100% of the employees pay as pension, while disability cases may qualify for additional benefits.

The MCD has launched a pilot drone survey in two Delhi wards to identify unassessed and under-assessed properties and build a more accurate digital property database using GIS, LiDAR, AI and 3D modelling.

Bollywood stars Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor opt out of social media, affecting film marketing strategies. Experts argue they can stay relevant through other channels, as limited engagement can enhance mystique and cultural relevance for films.

Your investments may be spread across banks, mutual funds, demat accounts, insurance policies and multiple apps, making them difficult for your family to trace after your death. Experts suggest maintaining a consolidated asset inventory, keeping nominations updated and having a will to help heirs.

8th Pay Commission: Bharat Pensioners' Samaj demands that the pension commutation restoration period be reduced from 15 to 11 years, citing an outdated 2006 actuarial table, following a Himachal Pradesh HC ruling calling for a fresh review of rates and life expectancy data.

The Centre has doubled the validity of environmental clearances for ports, harbours and related projects, while allowing two further five-year extensions subject to environmental scrutiny.

Indias premium preschools are selling specialized learning methods at a steep markup. What are parents actually paying forand can the spending be sustained through a childs education?

An emergency fund should prioritise liquidity and stability over returns. Santosh Agarwal of Paisabazaar explains how savings accounts, sweep-in FDs and debt funds can play different roles in an emergency corpus, and the risks investors should consider.

Gold and silver prices today, 23 September: 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.

The Mumbai ITAT deleted a 1.93 crore tax addition on Toyam Industries gains after finding that the taxpayer had produced a transaction trail but the Revenue had not shown specific evidence linking him to alleged price manipulation. 

The 8th Pay Commission is reviewing salaries, pensions and allowances for central government employees and pensioners. Here are key FAQs on fitment factor, minimum basic pay, pension revision, DA merger, implementation date and upcoming consultation meetings.

BHIM Payments App has introduced MyUPI, an AI-powered assistant offering 24x7 support for UPI transactions, complaints, Autopay mandates and safety controls. Available in five languages, MyUPI also enables transaction replay, payee verification, UPI Number de-linking and fraud-awareness assistance. 

A Bengaluru ITAT ruling shows that missing Form 67 does not automatically extinguish a genuine foreign tax credit claim. A taxpayer who earned 14.42 lakh in Belgium and paid 4.53 lakh tax there was given another chance to prove his 3 lakh FTC claim despite a 1,687-day appeal delay.

Companies raised 3,898 crore through public bond issues between 1 April and 21 September, down from 4,740 crore in the year-ago period

The potential shift towards cash may come as banks' ATM networks have contracted over the years, even as digital payments continue to expand.

Gen Z is emerging as a major crypto investor group in India, accounting for around half of new registrations in H1 2026. A new report shows that Indian investors bought around 7% more crypto than they sold.

Chanakya's Arthashastra offers timeless insights into wealth and budgeting. Here are 5 investment lessons that are still relevant in 2026.

Form 141 is the new unified challan-cum-statement for specified TDS transactions under the Income Tax Act 2025. Know who needs to file it, which transactions it covers, the applicable deadlines, and how to submit the form.

Indian households financial savings mix is changing, with mutual funds seeing the sharpest rise in inflows over three years. Equity has also grown from a small base, while deposits remain the largest avenue. Life insurance and small savings have seen weaker or uneven flows.

NPS Vatsalya, allows parents or guardians to open and operate a pension account for minor(s) till they become an adult. Today we take a look at how the subscribers can access grievance redressal online.

The move is in line with an existing strategy at Gulf state oil companies of offering outside investors pieces of their businesses while retaining operational control and largely avoiding opening up their main oil-producing divisions

Gifted money or assets between spouses do not always shift the tax liability to the recipient. Under clubbing rules, income from assets transferred without adequate consideration can be taxed in the transferor's hands. Here's when the rules apply and what taxpayers should report.

A 40% CAM hike at Noidas Cleo County has triggered resident protests, bringing renewed focus on maintenance costs, fund transparency, apartment associations and the long-running struggle over management handovers in gated housing societies.

EPFO: Members can add nominee(s) for their provident fund account either online or offline. Here's the top FAQs, eligibility and stepwise guide to file e-nomination and who is considered a valid nominee. 

Specialised Investment Funds (SIFs) are gaining traction, with some strategies delivering strong returns despite the category being relatively new. Quant Mutual Funds qsif led the six-month return chart with a 34.78% gain, while equity-oriented SIFs posted mixed one-month returns. 

The story of Mr Cohen and his four sons illustrates varying investment strategies. From traditional saving to advanced leveraging and collaboration, this shows that a financial mindset and creative use of resources drive wealth.

The meeting between Opec and India comes amid heightened uncertainty in the global energy market, with the war in West Asia adding to oil supply concerns.

The 8th CPC is scheduled to be in Mumbai next month to host discussions and meetings with employee unions, representative groups, pensioner associations, federations, and other stakeholders.

Festive-season borrowing can add to existing debt stress. A survey found that 60% of borrowers have EMIs that are near or exceed their family income, while 40% use new loans or credit cards to manage existing EMIs. Heres what to check before borrowing.

The Delhi government plans to consult with the labour department regarding striking DTC drivers salaries. They have threatened kaam bandh on September 28 if demands such as DA and contract workers regularisation is not met. 

A UK Will and a separate Indian Will can work together, but only if their scope, revocation clauses, executors and assets are carefully co-ordinated to avoid overlaps or gaps.

Motilal Oswal Nasdaq Q50 ETF crashed 20% on 22 September and lost about 46% from its peak in two sessions after trading at a nearly 235% premium to its NAV. Experts explain how supply constraints and strong demand pushed the ETF far above its underlying value.

India is mulling a 9,000-crore package to boost its handloom and handicraft sector, aiming to support artisans, increase exports, and preserve heritage crafts over five years. 

Dinesh Thakkar, founder of one of Indias biggest retail stockbrokers, Angel One, has bought a luxury residential tower in Mumbai for 711 crore, marking the most expensive known purchase of a single residential unit in the country, as per Bloomberg. 

Smriti Mandhana's cricket career leaves a lot to learn for investors. Here are 5 money lessons from her record-breaking journey.

Freelancers, gig workers, entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals without employer health cover need to build personal insurance that protects both their savings and income during a medical emergency. Experts suggest choosing adequate cover that remains affordable through fluctuating income.

PhonePe has secured in-principle approval for two payment licences from the UAE central bank, marking its first overseas licences. Heres what the fintech plans to do in the UAE beyond UPI, including support for Aani and Jaywan.

Civil aviation minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu says the central government is examining benefits and potential conflicts of interest; no decision yet.

Income Tax Act 2025: F&O traders should understand the tax treatment of trading profits, turnover calculation, eligible expenses, and the rules governing set-off and carry-forward of business and speculation losses.

The department of financial services has requested police protection for key banking hubs to prevent disruptions as unions press for a five-day work week.