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A retired ONGC employee won a tax dispute allowing him to claim full tax exemption on ₹19.06 lakh leave encashment. Details here.

The revised directions seek to establish a comprehensive framework for providing adequate and timely credit support to farmers and borrowers engaged in agriculture and allied activities.

Taxpayers can correct mistakes in their income tax return by filing a revised return without facing penalties. The deadline for revisions is now extended to March 31 of the following year. 

When changing jobs, employees often have multiple EPF accounts linked to the same UAN. Transferring these to the current account simplifies management, preserves service history, and eases withdrawals.

EPF accounts require members to nominate beneficiaries for their accumulated funds and benefits. Ineligible nominations can invalidate claims. Here's who qualifies as a nominee and how you can update or change nomine...

The sale of motor vehicles above a specified value attracts TCS under Section 206C(1F). As per the provision, car dealers or sellers must collect TCS from buyers when the sale consideration of a motor vehicle exceeds Rs....

Tax filing mistakes often come to light only after a return is submitted, leading to refund delays, tax demands or compliance hassles. From unreported income to Form 26AS mismatches, here are five errors taxpayers should...

The new tax regime is now default for taxpayers, allowing salaried individuals to choose annually between old and new options. Business income earners face restrictions. Here are the rules that apply to presumptive taxpa...

Arbitrage funds are a type of hybrid mutual fund that aims to generate returns by taking advantage of price differences in the cash and futures markets. These funds must invest at least 65% of their assets in equities an...

An expat in New Zealand underestimated living costs in India, believing ₹60,000 would suffice for a family of four. A financial advisor revealed that modern expenses in cities like Bengaluru exceed ₹2.5-3.5 lakh mont...

Health insurance portability is the process of moving from your existing insurance policy from one provider to another. It allows you to shift with better benefits without losing most of the accumulated renewal benefits....

Logistics recorded the highest suspected digital fraud rate in 2025 at 16.3%, followed by telecommunications and insurance.

Traditional Indian fathers' financial advice often prioritised caution and family protection. I asked ChatGPT to rank those pieces of advice in today's economy.

A mismatch between Form 16 and Form 26AS can lead to lower TDS credit, tax demands and refund delays. Here's why taxpayers should reconcile both documents before filing their ITR.

The Income-Tax Department has introduced key changes in how taxpayers report income using the ITR-4 form this tax year and two of these updates are related to income generated from rent. We answer your top FAQs

Gold prices surged over 75% last year, marking the strongest bull run since 1979. Recently, prices in India rose from ₹135,257 in January to ₹157,480 in March, a 16% increase, amid strong safe-haven demand and econom...

EPFO 3.0 allows members to withdraw 75% of their PF instantly, while 100% withdrawal remains possible under special circumstances like unemployment or natural disasters. New rules eliminate the need for justifying claims...

Prepared families recover faster from financial shocks. An emergency fund provides a vital financial safety net, helping households manage medical costs, job loss and unexpected expenses while protecting long-term goals ...

Whether AI is a bubble will be known only after the fact. For investors, the more important question is how much risk they take while waiting for the answer.

Regular health insurance pays for treatment. Critical illness plans provide a lump-sum payout that can help replace income and cover expenses that arise beyond hospital bills.

Private and public sector banks in India will be closed for four days next week from 25 to 28 June 2026 due to regional holidays, including Muharrum and weekends. Customers should check the RBI holiday calendar for speci...