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- Merchant discount rate on UPI: Will customers pay, who bears operating costs, why now, and other top FAQs answered
Merchant discount rate on UPI transactions: What is MDR, will customers have to pay, who bears operating costs, who invests in infrastructure, why are discussions happening now? Check top FAQs answered…
- IRDAI insurance reforms: IBAI chief Narendra Bharindwal explains how new initiatives protect policyholders
IBAI President Narendra Bharindwal described the insurance regulator's initiatives as a major milestone in enhancing accountability and protecting policyholders' interests.
- EPFO: UAN activation process moved to Umang app, here's how — Stepwise guide and top FAQs answered
UAN activation through the EPFO portal has been deactivated and shifted to the Umang mobile app. Here's how employees provident fund subscribers can complete the process. We also answer some key FAQs…
- Pay commission: Himachal Pradesh hikes salaries of contract, trainee medical officers by 78%
Pay commission: The Himachal Pradesh government has approved a 78% salary hike for contract and trainee medical officers (specialists) up from ₹33,660 to ₹60,000 per month. CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said healthcare and education are among the state's highest priorities.
- DA hike: West Bengal govt notifies 38% dearness allowance, wage increase for employees from 1 October
The West Bengal government has notified a 38% hike in DA and DR for employees and pensioners, with effect from 1 October, just ahead of Durga Puja festivities. Check the latest updates here.
- Tips for NRIs buying or selling property in India — How to dodge compliance pitfalls before closing a deal
NRIs engaging in property transactions in their home country should be aware of compliance issues like TDS, repatriation limits, and FEMA regulations. Informed decisions are crucial to avoid financial pitfalls, penalties and complexities in capital gains tax calculations.
- Rent paid in cash is not illegal, but this one mistake could cost salaried tenants their HRA benefit
In India, landlords may ask for cash rent payments. While cash payments do not disqualify HRA, lack of documentation can lead to claim scrutiny. Here's how to claim HRA benefit if you are paying rent in cash and complications that may arise.
- NPS for NRIs: Eligibility, tax savings, account rules and withdrawal benefits explained
NPS for NRIs: Understand eligibility, tax benefits, Tier-I account rules, contributions and withdrawal guidelines. This guide explains how NRIs and OCIs can use India’s National Pension System for retirement planning while considering cross-border tax implications.
- FD and KVP tax rules explained: TDS, taxable interest and key differences
Interest earned on fixed deposits (FDs) and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) remains taxable under the Income Tax Act, 2025. Understand FD TDS rules, KVP tax treatment, and how investors can report interest income correctly while filing income tax returns.
- NPS subscribers now have more time to secure the same day’s NAV — here's what the change means for you
The PFRDA has extended the cut-off time for same-day NPS contributions by 2.5 hours. This change allows later contributions to secure the same day's NAV. Here's who benefits from it.