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Manjeet Singh Patel has alleged serious financial irregularities concerning the National Pension System Trust. He has requested a high-level audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Patel asserts that many employees' NPS investments have turned negative due to poor market performance. He demands the implementation of a guaranteed minimum return on employee contributions.

The Supreme Court of India has ruled that all train tickets must include mandatory travel insurance starting October 27, 2026. This decision applies to both online tickets purchased through IRCTC and offline tickets available at railway counters. The travel insurance will provide significant financial support in the event of accidents or emergencies for passengers.

Holiday on Maha Saptami Puja: Bankers in West Bengal are appealing for an additional holiday on October 17 to celebrate Maha Saptami Puja. While days off are currently set from October 18 to 21, the absence of a holiday on the 17th has prompted the All India Bank Officers' Confederation to reach out to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.

Delhi property tax: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has introduced SUNIYO 2.0, an amnesty scheme for homeowners with unpaid property taxes. Taxpayers are required to pay only the principal amount for the fiscal years 2025-26 and 2020-21 to 2024-25. All previous interest and penalties for tax dues before 2020-21 will be waived completely. Property owners must take advantage of this scheme before the deadline of December 31, 2026, which has been extended from September 30, 2026.

The EPFO has extended the September 2026 ECR filing deadline for employers from October 15 to October 31, following the increase in the PF wage ceiling from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000. Employers must calculate contributions using the applicable wage ceilings. Meanwhile, eligible establishments can apply under the EPFO Amnesty Scheme 2026 for retrospective regularisation of exempt PF trusts by December 28, 2026.

Specialised Investment Fund (SIF) strategies received total inflows of Rs 7,578 crore in September, compared with Rs 7,699 crore in August.

Around 275 unique stocks were held by only one mutual fund house in September 2026. Among these, several stocks had holdings worth over Rs 100 crore, led by Network People Services Technologies, Marathon Nextgen Realty and Vindhya Telelinks.

Wife wins divorce and Rs 10,000 monthly maintenance after proving husband is incapacitated from having physical relationship; Kerala HC order explained

Seven equity mutual funds across large-cap, mid-cap, and flexi-cap categories have multiplied investor wealth over 10 times in 20 years, according to FundsIndia's Wealth Conversations Report. Nippon India Growth Mid Cap Fund led gains, expanding money 18.4 times with a 15.7% CAGR over the two-decade period.

Around 10 equity mutual funds managed assets worth over Rs 60,000 crore each as of September 2026, with four crossing the Rs 1 lakh crore mark. Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund topped the list with an AUM of Rs 1.45 lakh crore.

JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund made complete exits from 18 stocks, including Eternal and Ashok Leyland, in September 2026, while trimming stakes in RIL, HDFC Bank, and 32 others. Managed by Tanvi Kacheria and Sahil Chaudhary, the scheme added 19 new stocks with total AUM standing at Rs 3,175 crore.

Property owner inherits mothers land, converts it into freehold, DDA grants mutation, redevelops it, gets Rs 75 lakh from builder, pays no tax, gets tax notice, wins case in ITAT Delhi.

Husband and wife both of them put their name on houses title deed, but wifes father paid for it and even he gave 5000 Saudi Rials to him but marriage broke; Kerala HC orders him to vacate the house

As retirement approaches, investors must prioritize sustainable income from their portfolios. Take, for example, a 59-year-old managing Rs 1.51 crore, seeking Rs 16,000 monthly via a systematic withdrawal plan. Experts suggest portfolio reallocation and asset diversification among fund houses. By structuring investments into three distinct categories based on cash flow, investors can better navigate withdrawals, reducing the risk associated with liquidating assets during market dips while ensuri

Focused mutual funds have a concentrated portfolio. That means that the fund manager will choose stocks based on his or her conviction and take a meaningful exposure in the stock. Such investments can pay off handsomely if the call goes right. However, if a few calls go wrong, the scheme will suffer a lot. This is the trouble with concentrated bets.

Specialised Investment Funds, or SIFs, have quickly become popular among investors in just one year. They offer flexibility and strategies beyond traditional mutual funds, which appeals to many investors. As of September 2026, the assets under management for SIFs reached Rs 38,224 crore. A notable trend is the interest in hybrid and multi-asset strategies catering to shifting market conditions.

Value Research CEO Dhirendra Kumar says good financial advice often means helping investors avoid unnecessary transactions and impulsive decisions. Speaking at the Global Financial Planners Summit Team 2026, he stressed the importance of financial education at home, disciplined investing and understanding products before making decisions with long-term financial consequences.

The woman had earlier appealed in the district commission which held that she did not qualify as a consumer and that the complaint was not maintainable on the ground that investment in shares is a commercial activity. Then why did she won in the State Consumer Commission? Find out in this article.

Fraudulent investment schemes lure investors with the illusion of high returns and minimal risk. The State Bank of India (SBI) warns that scammers often apply undue pressure for quick investments, employing unusual payment methods to do so. These deceitful schemes are commonly endorsed by unknown social media influencers, giving them a false sense of credibility.

DSP Mutual Fund recommends investing in small- and midcap stocks through SIPs or experienced fund managers who have navigated multiple market cycles. Its latest analysis finds large caps more attractive on valuations, while elevated relative valuations in small and mid caps warrant caution despite their strong outperformance over the past year.

How much pure silver and gold jewellery can you have in your home without getting into trouble with the Income Tax authorities? To know the answer you need to read CBDT Instruction No. 1916.

Senior citizen sent income tax notice for Rs 65.27 lakh unexplained cash deposit, which was later proved to be pension and FD money; ITAT Jaipur order explained.

Indian AI- and energy-linked stocks decline as a global technology sell-off deepens, with South Koreas KOSPI plunging amid intensifying competition in the AI sector. Investors reassess AI valuations following sharp losses in Asian semiconductor stocks.

FD rate hike: In September 2026, retail inflation soared to 5.54%, sparking opinions about the possibility of interest rate hikes on fixed deposits. Analysts predict that the Reserve Bank of India may persist in raising the repo rate to combat persistent inflation. Investors must decide whether to invest now or postpone for possibly better FD rates.

For senior citizens eyeing steady income, evaluating National Savings Certificates against bank fixed deposits is crucial. Investing Rs 2.5 lakh in NSC yields a more favorable maturity amount than many bank FDs.

Quant Small Cap Fund completely exited 42.65 lakh shares of ICICI Bank and five other stocks in September 2026 while increasing its stake in Adani Power, Emami, and KPIT Technologies. The fund's AUM stood at Rs 35,572 crore, with new entries including Max Estates and Moneyview.

GOld rate today: Gold prices for 22k jewellery have seen a decline across key cities, with brands like Tanishq and Malabar Gold adjusting their rates. Buyers are encouraged to verify prices before making purchases, especially during the festive period.