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The government is considering changes to the long-term capital gains tax on equities before Budget 2027. Here is the current 12.5% LTCG rate, why a cut is being discussed, and how much investors could save at 10%, 5% or 2% on gains of 2 lakh, assuming the 1.25 lakh exemption stays.

The capital raise could reduce the governments shareholding in IO. The bank plans to bolster cybersecurity safeguards by engaging consultants and increasing technology spending

TCPL's consolidated revenue rises 14% to 5,661.13 crore.

Private lenders trail state-run banks in Mudra disbursements, Vishwakarma loan sanctions and SVANidhi claims processing, raising questions over timely support for small businesses and informal workers.

A advocacy group has questioned Medanta chairman Naresh Trehan's appointment to a government panel reviewing pharmaceutical marketing rules, citing potential conflicts of interest and past concerns over hospital medicine prices. 

V Narayanan stated that the space agency would significantly expand its operations, with four functional launch pads planned by 2029.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Arvind Limiteds new garment manufacturing unit in Varanasi. The facility is expected to boost Uttar Pradeshs textile industry, create jobs with a predominantly women-led workforce, and connect local garment production with international markets.

The Central Consumer Protection Authority is penalising restaurants for automatically adding service charges to bills, ruling that defaulting to an opt-out system unfairly forces consumers to pay unless they actively demand removal.

Home loan restructuring can help borrowers struggling with EMIs by reducing monthly payments or extending the repayment tenure. However, it may increase total interest costs and affect credit scores. Here's how it works and what RBI rules say.

Surrendering a 1 crore life insurance policy before maturity could mean losing your premiums. Here's how surrender values differ for term plans, ULIPs and traditional policies, and how IRDAI's revised rules affect early exit payouts.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says the company is sacrificing short-term Cloud revenue to give DeepMind the computing power needed for advanced AI research. He also warned that limited capacity could make new customer requests for 2027 difficult to fulfil.

A 50 lakh fixed deposit for five years could earn a senior citizen around 1.09 lakh more than a regular depositor at Suryoday Small Finance Bank's cited rates. Compare estimated FD returns, taxation, deposit insurance and key investment considerations before investing.

Family trusts can help wealthy Indian families manage succession, preserve assets and control when heirs receive wealth. Their tax treatment depends on the trusts structure: discretionary trusts often face the highest tax rate.

The case hinges on whether payments for overseas employee secondments are mere cost reimbursements or taxable fees for technical services.

For established firms, capital generated from earlier funds can help finance fresh commitments.

While some IIT Bombay graduates have built successful companies from the ground up, others are backing ambitious founders and helping startups scale. Here, meet alumni who are leading startups and unicorns.

The investment reflects L Cattertons conviction in Glances potential to help shape the future of shopping as artificial intelligence (AI) transforms how consumers discover and purchase products.

AI is reshaping work across Asia Pacific, increasing the importance of offices as hubs for collaboration and knowledge exchange. However, many organisations have not adapted workplace and lease strategies to expected workforce changes, a Colliers report found. 

Driven by a 28.5% surge in Swiss watch exports to India, luxury brands are moving beyond logo-led designs to craft bespoke, heritage-rich timepieces for local collectors.

The Fairfax-controlled firm is stepping up its push to attract wealthy Indian families as competition intensifies and global banks restructure their workforces.

The Kolkata-based QSR chain plans to enter Sri Lanka this year and explore the UAE, while scaling its packaged-food business and targeting 1,050 crore in FY27 revenue.

Rithvik Jyothi Raj, 13, who plays Rajinikanth's grandson in Jailer and Jailer 2, has revealed that he runs a website-based venture with friends. The young actor also enjoys coding, robotics, and writing, with ambitions to become a comic book writer and filmmaker. 

Catherine Tan-Gillespie, president of KFC US, began her career washing dishes at 13 for 1.20 an hour. The 52-year-old executive says she built her career by pursuing challenging opportunities, taking risks and stepping outside her comfort zone rather than chasing money or job titles.

The CBI has registered a case against IL&FS Energy Development Company, its former managing director and other senior officials over an alleged 212.34 crore loss to Canara Bank. The FIR alleges that loan funds meant for renewable energy and infrastructure projects were diverted to other uses.

Shree Naman Group is expanding beyond its home market through acquisitions and new projects, as real estate groups deepen their hospitality bets

An alleged apology letter issued by Etihad has emerged on X. The company has offered a 75% refund to the affected passengers. Check out rules by Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

The countrys third-largest private lender by market capitalisation posted a stand-alone net profit of 42.11 billion Indian rupees ($443.5 million) for the three months ended September, up from 32.53 billion rupees for the same period last year.

Farah Khan recently visit PV Sindhu's Bengaluru house where the star player lives with her husband Venkata Datta. The duplex house features a large living room, dinning area, modular kitchen and a poolside garden.

While the Centre is considering reducing its stakes in four public sector banks to 75% to meet public-shareholding norms, it also plans to privatise at least two public lenders besides IDBI Bank. Here's a look at the rules and regulations for the process 

ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet is linking executive pay to employee satisfaction after a major company shake-up, as falling staff morale raises questions about the impact of restructuring and job cuts.

Ukraine is exploring satellite communications with Nokia and ICEYE after SpaceX service restrictions disrupted drone connections. The proposed systems would give Kyiv greater control over connectivity, while European telecom firms are also considering services to compete with Starlink.

Amazon plans $220 billion in 2026 capital spending, but CEO Andy Jassy says AI demand is outpacing AWS capacity as the company pushes its own chips.

The community organisations' letter adds another dimension to the debate, framing the issue as one involving not only corporate governance and regulatory requirements but also the Tata Group's institutional identity and philanthropic commitments.

American Express plans to cut about 3,500 jobs, roughly 5% of its global workforce, as it seeks to streamline operations and improve efficiency. The announcement came alongside stronger third-quarter results and an upgraded 2026 earnings forecast.

The European Commission will examine how Booking.com labels paid listings. Regulators want to establish whether the platform clearly informs users when accommodation providers pay to have their properties appear higher in search results.

Martha Stewart said she arrives at the office by 7 am, and that she also expects her team to start early.

A 20 lakh home loan at 8.5% interest could cost significantly less if you increase your monthly EMI by 5,000. Compare regular and higher EMI calculations to understand potential interest savings, repayment tenure and key factors to consider before increasing your home loan EMI.

Do debt mutual funds eliminate portfolio risk? A 25-year study shows how adding equity to a debt portfolio may reduce volatility while improving average returns. Heres how different debt-equity combinations have historically performed and what mutual fund investors should know.

Multi-cap funds must keep at least 25% of their portfolio in each of large-, mid- and small-cap stocks at all times, with the remaining 25% left to the fund managers discretion. Flexi-cap funds also invest across market caps, but they have no such minimums, setting the two categories apart.

Double Contributions Convention extends the social security contribution exemption for eligible Indian and UK employees on temporary overseas assignments to up to 5 years (60 months). Heres how the new rules benefit employees.

Sovereign Gold Bonds: RBI has set the final redemption price of SGB 2018-19 Series II at 14,425 per gram today, October 23, 2026. Investors who purchased the bonds at the original issue price can earn capital gains of up to 366%, excluding interest and taxes.

Before venturing into entrepreneurship, Praneeta Pujari worked as Apple Watch Lead at the company. He was also the iPhone lead there between 2022 and 2023, according to her LinkedIn profile.

X has withheld Polymarkets official account in India following a legal demand, extending restrictions on the prediction-market platform. 

Mark Zuckerberg and Metas board reached a compromise after months of negotiations over voting control, compensation and a proposed new stock class. 

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Oil India Limited has shifted its corporate office from Noida to the World Trade Centre in New Delhi following board approval on October 21, 2026. The company's registered office will remain in Assam. Check the new office address and details.

7-Eleven has closed its last 31 Indian stores in Mumbai and Pune, ending its five-year franchise partnership with Reliance Retail after reporting a nearly 90 crore net loss in FY26. Its parent company says it remains interested in serving Indian customers through other possible strategies.

Post office deposits, bank FDs and arbitrage funds differ in post-tax returns, liquidity and risk. A 5 lakh investment could earn more through arbitrage funds in higher tax brackets, but holding period, taxation and capital safety matter.

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says Starlink's in-flight Wi-Fi is attracting passengers from rival airlines, with Elon Musk saying the service moves the needle as the carrier expands its rollout.

Swiggy's revenue from operations rose 36.1% year-on-year to 75.71 billion rupees, beating analysts' estimate of 72.81 billion rupees, per LSEG data.