Bank employees across India will strike for three days starting September 28, seeking a five-day work week. Customers are advised to manage banking tasks in advance, with October 2 being a national holiday. The strike is supported by the United Forum of Bank Unions, representing 90% of employees.

Delhi’s Pink Saheli Smart Card will be mandatory for free DTC and Cluster bus travel from 1 October. Eligible women and transgender residents aged 5+ can apply using Aadhaar and a linked mobile number. Here's how to get the card, its cost, and its validity. 

Himachal Pradesh and central government pensioners in Shimla staged a protest on Saturday, demanding withdrawal of the Centre's 2025 pension validation legislation. They are seeking uniform revision of pensions irrespective of the date of retirement.

Tax audit for AY 2026-27 must be completed by 30 September 2026. Forms 3CA, 3CB and 3CD continue to apply, but Form 3CD has several changes covering MSME payments, loans and deposits, legal contraventions, buybacks, and other reporting requirements.

If you’re invested in Nifty 50 index funds, REITs could offer a different asset exposure. Their positive returns and higher distributions over the past year highlight how REITs could add diversification to an equity-heavy mutual fund portfolio.

The Finance Ministry reportedly called for a meeting with CEOs of public sector banks and regional rural banks today, to discuss measures to ensure smooth continuity of bank operations and essential customers services during the UFBU's 3-day national strike.

With the rise of AYUSH health insurance in India, Ayurveda treatment is becoming more accessible. Medical necessity and recognised hospitals are key for claims while inpatient care is typically covered. 

Income Plus Arbitrage FoFs combine debt and arbitrage exposure through underlying mutual fund schemes. Here's a look at the top five performers by 1-year returns and what the category’s portfolio mix looks like.

An India resident selling an inherited Singapore property may face capital gains tax in India, with the acquisition cost and holding period linked to those of the previous owner.

The provident fund wage ceiling rises from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, expanding mandatory EPF coverage to more employees and increasing employer contributions. This reform boosts retirement benefits but may reduce employees' take-home pay while enhancing social security alignment with wage realities.