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Leading mutual fund houses such as Tata Mutual Fund and HDFC Mutual Fund have suspended fresh investments in their gold fund-of-funds. The halt comes as a response to macroeconomic factors affecting gold imports and the value of the rupee. Existing investments in these funds remain unaffected, allowing ongoing systematic plans to continue. New investors now have alternative options for gold exposure, including direct investments in Gold ETFs.

For non-resident Indians, leveraging the basic exemption limit can help mitigate normal slab rate taxes on capital gains. However, it's important to note that this exemption does not apply to capital gains taxed at special rates, such as short-term capital gains derived from listed bonds. This stipulation is clearly defined in the Income Tax law, and tax treaties may additionally offer advantages depending on the NRI's country of residence.

Five smallcap stocks saw the highest net buying by mutual funds in September, according to Motilal Oswal Financial Services. Cupid led the list, with a 337.7% month-on-month rise in value change, followed by Bharat Coking, Vedanta Power, Godawari Power and Natco Pharma.

ICICI Bank is expected to report 15.8-18% year-on-year growth in net interest income and 15-21% growth in profit after tax in Q2FY27, according to brokerage estimates. Investors will track net interest margins, loan and deposit growth, operating profitability and asset quality, with margin pressure and provisioning trends remaining key monitorables.

Gold prices at various leading jewellery outlets showed no fluctuation on October 16, 2026, staying steady compared to the previous day. Nevertheless, indicative prices for gold and silver jewellery surged according to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association.

Seventeen mutual fund houses have temporarily restricted fresh investments in specified gold exchange-traded fund-of-funds (FoFs), including lumpsum contributions, new SIPs and switch-ins. Existing SIPs and redemptions generally remain permitted, subject to scheme-specific conditions.

Jio Platforms is set to launch its IPO bidding on October 21, offering 27 crore shares without any offer for sale. The price band is set between 1,065 and 1,119 per share, targeting a total of 30,213 crore. Following recent IPOs like Hyundai and LIC, which struggled below their original prices, market sentiment is now emphasizing profitability. Analysts will closely monitor Jio's listing amid this competitive landscape.

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A man from Sikar faced a penalty of Rs 3.99 lakh for under-reporting his income. The Income Tax Department initiated penalty proceedings after he filed an income tax return. However, the ITAT Jaipur found technical mistakes in the penalty notice issued by the Assessing Officer. They noted the absence of specified violation under Section 270A(9) in the penalty proceedings. Consequently, the penalty was quashed, providing full relief to the taxpayer.

Jio is set to enter a competitive market with its IPO, which marks Reliance's first offering since 2006. The shift from physical share certificates to demat accounts has greatly streamlined investor experiences over the years. Investors will benefit from reforms that include blocked amounts and faster listing times. The proposed IPO will cater to a considerably larger base of individual investors than previous offerings.

6-month emergency fund with Rs 50,000 salary: While calculating the amount, you should count everything that still needs to be paid even when salary stops. So, where should you put this money and how much should you invest every month to hit the target faster? Moreover, an individual who is single and has no dependents may not need the same amount of emergency fund as someone with a family.

Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund suspended subscriptions in two debt schemes holding Yes Bank AT1 bonds after the Supreme Court overturned their Rs 8,415 crore write-off. The fund house is reviewing the judgment to determine its next course of action.

Akash Ambani said Jio can raise mobile tariffs but prefers growing revenue through digital services, broadband and enterprise solutions. Ahead of its Rs 30,213 crore IPO, Jio aims to expand margins and connect 100 million homes.

Cemindia Projects raised Rs 1,400 crore through a qualified institutional placement priced at Rs 1,108 per share, attracting 2.3 times demand over the base issue. Leading mutual funds participated as the company secured strong credit ratings and shares rallied.

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The Tatkal National Pension Scheme (NPS) is now available through the BHIM Payments App for eligible bank customers. This feature simplifies account creation without the need for a physical bank visit.

ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Industries are among 11 stocks held by more than 600 mutual fund schemes in September, according to ACE MF data. Eternal, Infosys, Axis Bank, L&T, Kotak Mahindra Bank and M&M also feature among the most widely held stocks across mutual fund portfolios.

Retired employee sent income tax notice for Rs 9.04 lakh leave encashment, she wins case in ITAT Jaipur; Know how leave encashment is taxed for private and government employees in India.

Mutual funds increased exposure to Healthcare, Metals, Private Banks and other sectors in September, while trimming weights in Technology, Automobiles and PSU Banks. Motilal Oswal's report also highlights sector-wise changes in portfolio values and mutual fund ownership relative to the BSE 200.

After redevelopment of housing society, homeowner sold his flat for Rs 1.95 crore, pays no tax, got tax notice, wins case in ITAT Mumbai for this reason

Sovereign Gold Bond: The Reserve Bank of India has announced that the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bonds will be set for October 2026. These bonds can be redeemed five years after their issuance at a fixed price. This redemption value is determined by the average closing gold price from the preceding three days.

Swiggy, Groww parent Billionbrains Garage, Patanjali Foods, Astral, and PB Fintech emerged as the top five mid-cap stocks attracting the highest net buying from mutual funds in September, according to a Motilal Oswal report. Swiggy led the inflows with a Rs 6.3 billion value increase during the month.

Mr Anwar believed that the flat would be delivered after disposal of the litigation. However, after waiting for another 3 years, he came to Patna (from USA) in September 2011 and went to the builder with his sister to inquire about the same.Allegedly, one of the directors of the construction company refused to hand over the flat, demanding another Rs 20 lakh for possession, and threatened them.

Gold rate today: Gold prices saw a notable dip across major Indian cities on October 15, 2026, with leading jewelers such as Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, and Kalyan Jewellers announcing lower rates for 22k gold jewellery.

Indian mutual funds increased cash holdings to Rs 1.83 lakh crore in September, with cash allocation rising to 3.98% of total assets. SBI, HDFC and PPFAS led in cash reserves, reflecting varied investment strategies and liquidity positions amid market uncertainty and potential opportunities for future equity investments.

In response to the recent uptick in the repo rate, State Bank of India has elevated its External Benchmark-linked Rates and the Repo Linked Lending Rate. As a result, borrowers can anticipate an increase in their equated monthly installment payments. However, the MCLR rates have only seen adjustments across various tenures, leaving overnight and one-month rates untouched.

HDFC Defence Fund increased its holdings in 10 stocks in September, including Hindustan Aeronautics, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders and Bharat Electronics, according to ACE MF data. The fund also raised exposure to Bharat Forge, Eicher Motors and Tata Motors. However, it underperformed its benchmark over the three-year period despite stronger shorter-term returns.

Indian Railway annual bonus: The central government has announced a Productivity Linked Bonus for non-gazetted Railway employees for FY 2025-26. Railway employees will receive a bonus calculated at 78 days' basic wages, amounting to Rs 17,951. In contrast, other central government employees receive a significantly lower bonus calculated at 30 days' wages. Various employee associations have demanded an increase in the bonus wage ceiling due to rising inflation.

Silver ETFs fell sharply on Thursday as elevated crude oil prices and uncertainty over US inflation data weighed on sentiment. Experts expect continued volatility amid interest rate concerns, dollar movements and geopolitical tensions. They advise long-term investors to consider accumulating gold and silver gradually while cautioning traders against short selling.

Life Insurance Corporation of India is set to launch three new insurance products on October 19, 2026. These offerings, namely New Jeevan Dhara-II, Health Shield, and New Cancer Cover, have been designed to cater to various financial needs like retirement funds and health insurance. Customers will have easy access to these plans online via LIC's official portal, promising a boost in financial stability for families.

The Delhi Income Tax Appellate Tribunal quashed the assessment against Mr. Sehgal regarding alleged undisclosed cash. The Income Tax Department claimed he received Rs 1.70 crore in cash from a property sale. However, the tribunal noted that the evidence did not sufficiently establish the cash transactions. The tribunal observed that proper cross-examination of involved parties was not conducted.