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As taxpayers prepare to file income tax returns, e-verification is essential for validity. Failure to e-verify may result in penalties or delayed refunds. Details here.

A small savings scheme provided by India Post, Kisan Vikas Patra is offering 7.50% interest this quarter. Over a full term, it promises to double your investment. Here's how investors can apply for KVP at your neares...

Freelancers in India earning from foreign clients must report this income on their tax returns, as it is fully taxable. They can opt for presumptive taxation under Section 44ADA if conditions are met. Details here. ...

Taxpayers can log into the official e-filing portal for assessment year 2026-27, and the tax department has issued clarifications. So, here are the precautions you should take while filing your income-tax returns (ITR):

Individuals making overseas property payments via international credit cards should be aware of FEMA regulations. Such transactions may invite scrutiny, especially if not routed through authorised channels. Details here....

The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) is launching two New Jeevan Sathi joint life insurance plans - Single Premium and Limited Premium - in June 2026. Check eligibility, policy features, benefits and more

RBIs 2026 recovery rules aim to curb harassment and strengthen borrower protection, with strict action against intimidation by banks and NBFC agents. Recovery agents cannot harass borrowers, while borrowers must also und...

Withdrawing from your EPF before five years may incur TDS if the amount is over ₹50,000. Exemptions exist for those with nil tax liability who can submit Form 121. Details here. 

Hooked on a shiny car but worried about loan stress? Start with the 20/4/10 rule to protect your finances: 20% down payment, 4-year loan, and total car costs under 10% of your monthly income. Read on to understand the ba...

8th pay commission: Here's how central government employees, pensioners, representative groups, unions and stakeholders can submit their feedback to the 8th CPC online. Check the step-by-step guide here

Indians sending money abroad for various purposes must comply with new income tax forms 145 and 146, replacing Forms 15CA and 15CB. Details here.

Tracking error is one of the most important factors to check while choosing a silver ETF. It shows how closely an ETF follows the actual movement of silver prices. A lower tracking error means the ETF is doing a better j...

As petrol and diesel prices have risen by ₹8 per litre in the last ten days - crossing the ₹100 per litre mark in Delhi - I asked ChatGPT, which would be a more affordable means to commute daily from Delhi to Gurugra...

Momentum around the 8th Pay Commission builds as consultations expand across states, with growing focus on salary revision, pensions, HRA and fiscal planning for government employees.

Dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) are salary components for central government employees and pensioners, revised biannually based on inflation - both aimed at offsetting cost-of-living increases.

The 'Pocket Money' feature from Paytm enables teenagers to use UPI payments while parents maintain control over spending. With limits on transactions and monthly spending, it fosters responsible money management ...

The National Pension System (NPS) is a popular retirement scheme in India. PFRDA introduced NPS Sanchay for informal sector workers, differing from regular NPS in eligibility and structure.

Sebi has uncovered a stock manipulation scam involving unregistered finfluencers who misled retail investors via social media, earning over ₹20 crore in illegal profits. The case highlights rising risks of social media...

Equity investing will continue to create wealth into the future. But when the spread between borrowing costs and expected returns narrows, balance sheet strength is just as important as portfolio returns, if not more.

If you purchased gold, how did the import duty change affect your gold purchase locally? The import duty prices are included by the jeweller in the gold prices, which also fluctuate based on other conditions.

Fund houses across India are trimming or removing exit loads, the charges levied when you redeem your fund units before a specified holding period - usually one year - is up.

The rising costs of everyday goods are hitting households hard, with global shipping bottlenecks and increased fuel prices as key culprits. Experts warn that this inflationary pressure will soon affect everything from gr...