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With the Union Budget 2026 approaching, capital gains taxation has emerged as a key area of focus for investors. Tax experts say that while major structural changes may be limited, the Budget could address simplification of holding period rules, rationalisation of exemptions and removal of procedural anomalies affecting mutual fund and retail investors.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has proposed allowing married couples to file a joint income tax return in India, a move that could significantly reduce the tax burden for single-earner households and simplify compliance, while remaining optional for others.

Public and private sector banks across all states and Union Territories of India remained closed on Monday, January 26, on account of the 77th Republic Day of India, which is a national holiday.

EPFO 3.0 is being referred to as an extensive system reset rather than a mere technical update.

Gold and silver have surged to record highs, with Motilal Oswal maintaining a positive outlook driven by geopolitical risks and policy uncertainty. The brokerage advises buying on dips and using precious metals as portfolio hedges rather than chasing prices at peaks.