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Hinduja Group appoints Anand Agarwal as Group President of Finance

Hinduja Group has appointed Anand Agarwal as Group President – Finance to lead its financial strategy amid expansion plans. Agarwal brings nearly 30 years of experience across sectors, with deep expertise in corporate finance, M&A, and capital strategy.

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India tariffs doubled: Gem & jewellery industry looks to set up units in low-tariff nations

Faced with a doubled 50% tariff imposed by the US, India’s gem and jewellery industry is contemplating establishing manufacturing facilities in countries with lower tariffs like Dubai and Mexico to maintain access to the US market. This move comes as…

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RBI survey shows uptick in urban consumer confidence in July 2025

The RBI’s July 2024 Urban Consumer Confidence Survey reveals a slight increase in urban households’ sentiment. The Current Situation Index rose due to improved perceptions of income, spending, and economic conditions, despite employment and price concerns. Optimism persists as the…

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India exporters say 50% Trump levy ‘severe setback’

Indian exporters warned that additional US tariffs risked making businesses “not viable” after President Donald Trump ordered steeper levies on Indian goods over New Delhi’s purchasing of Russian oil. But that will be doubled in three weeks, after Trump signed…

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PVR Inox plans box office blockbuster in FY26: 200 million admissions, 100 screens, zero debt in the script, says CFO

How will PVR Inox script its next big blockbuster in FY26? In an exclusive with ETCFO, CFO Gaurav Sharma shared the financial climax of India’s screen business, targeting 180–200 million admissions, 90–100 new screens, and a net debt-free balance sheet.

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New immigration bill proposes $20,000 option for applicants to skip the 10-year green card queue

A bipartisan bill, the Dignity Act of 2025, aims to tackle the US green card backlog by 2035. Spearheaded by Reps. Salazar and Escobar, it proposes a $20,000 premium for those waiting over a decade to expedite their applications. The…

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Joint income tax return? This Rajya Sabha MP has a fix for couples paying higher taxes
Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha has proposed the provision of joint income tax returns for married couples to provide equitable relief for single-income households, similar to systems in developed countries.
Returning from Dubai for safety: will it affect my tax residency?
Once you qualify as a Resident and Ordinarily Resident under ITA, your global income becomes taxable in India.
Advance tax: How to check and download challan, make corrections in case of errors — step-by-step guide
The advance tax payment deadline was on 15 March. Taxpayers can check your payment status online, check and download your payment challan and make corrections. Here's where and how…
Missed advance tax final instalment deadline? Here's what taxpayers should do now to avoid higher penalties
Taxpayers who missed the 15 March advance tax deadline can still make the payment. However, delays incur interest under Sections 234B and 234C. Here's what they should do now. 
Tax harvesting can save money—but it can also derail your portfolio
As investors rush to optimize taxes before the financial year ends, experts warn that tax harvesting can trigger poor portfolio decisions and behavioural mistakes that undermine long-term returns.
A ₹38 lakh hospital bill—and the top-up claim that took months
Top-up policies are a cost-effective way to boost health insurance cover, but deductibles, paperwork and insurer coordination can complicate claims.
I bought an apartment in 2013 but registered it only in 2025. What is the year of acquisition?
If you had entered into an agreement with the builder in 2013 and the registration was undertaken only in August 2025, the date of acquisition would be the date of the agreement, i.e. 2013, and not the date of registration.
Can I use MF sales proceeds to pay home loan and get Section 54F benefit?
Section 54F exemption is unavailable because the residential property was acquired more than one year before the sale of the MF units. While the exemption fails the timing criteria, taxpayers can still use Section 80C and Section 24 deductions for principal, interest repayments under old tax regime.
Advance tax deadline today: Can you pay the final instalment on 15 March via credit card?
The final advance tax payment deadline for FY 2025-26 is 15 March 2026. Payments can be made via the e-filing portal, including credit cards, which may incur fees. Details here. 
How global reporting may pull crypto bets out of the grey zone
Through a series of legislative changes in 2025 and 2026, India has operationalized a reporting framework aligned with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, aiming to move crypto from an opaque asset class into a transparent financial instrument.