From October 15, UPI payments over ₹2,000 for fuel, railway tickets, and other services will incur a flat MDR of ₹5, as announced by NPCI. Meanwhile, for P2M transactions above ₹2,000 outside the specified categories, NPCI has introduced a 0.4% MDR.

When you invest in government securities through RBI Retail Direct using UPI, who will bear the payment-processing cost? With MDR rules for capital market transactions changing from 15 October, here’s what investors need to know about the charges involved.

Refunds may not be issued if bank details are incorrect or if the PAN is inoperative. Taxpayers should monitor their e-filing accounts for discrepancies and may need to correct details for a refund reissue request.

Large-cap funds predominantly invest in large-cap stocks, while aggressive hybrid funds combine equity with debt. A comparison of their 1-, 5- and 10-year returns, along with risk-adjusted performance, reveals how the two mutual fund categories have fared over time.

Missing a KYC update deadline doesn't mean immediate account freezing. RBI rules require banks to send reminders before action. 

Consumer durable financing can provide formal credit to new-to-credit borrowers who may otherwise find it difficult to obtain a loan. But convenience comes with potential drawbacks.

Nifty 500 data shows 10%-20% was the most common three-year return range since 2005. With the latest three-year CAGR at 12.9%, an expert suggests investors should distinguish between exceptional bull-market gains and more typical returns when planning financial goals.

While investing in mid-cap funds, are you worried about poor returns? However, avoiding declines can create another challenge if you miss the subsequent recovery. A 21-year analysis of the Nifty Midcap 150 highlights this trade-off.

ITAT Mumbai cut an NRI's tax penalty from 200% to 50% after she omitted ₹14.46 lakh in interest income from her ITR. The tribunal held mere omission isn't automatic misreporting, citing her overseas residence, reliance on an accountant, and voluntary tax payment once notified.

Apple is reportedly all set to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank's credit cards. It is said that the company is also in talks with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.