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Punjab to set up special fraud detection unit to check GST violations

Punjab is establishing a state-level Special Fraud Detection Unit in Patiala to combat GST violations. This unit will focus on uncovering circular trading, benami transactions, and fake invoicing using advanced technologies like AI and data analytics. The SFDU will comprise…

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Pre-IPO hype, post-IPO pain: Should Sebi regulate India’s unlisted share market?

India’s booming pre-IPO market offers early access to popular firms but is plagued by pricing opacity, regulatory gaps, and speculative trading. Experts stress the urgent need for Sebi oversight to ensure transparency, investor protection, and fair price discovery.

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Anil Ambani to be questioned by Enforcement Directorate today. All you need to know

As the Enforcement Directorate questions Anil Ambani, here’s a deeper look at how a sprawling business empire unravelled and what is the matter all about.

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Tata Motors CFO P B Balaji to take over as CEO of Jaguar Land Rover in November 2025

P B Balaji, an Indian finance leader and Tata Motors’ Group CFO, has been appointed CEO of Jaguar Land Rover, marking the first time an Indian will lead the British luxury carmaker. He will take charge in November 2025, succeeding…

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Finance Act 2025 provides substantial relief under new tax regime: Minister

The Finance Act, 2025, has provided substantial relief under the new tax regime with new slabs and tax rate, the Parliament was informed on Monday.

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RBI’s MPC meeting begins, Economists expect rate pause in August 6 policy decision

The much-anticipated policy announcement will be made by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra at 10 AM on August 6, the final day of the meeting.

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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.
Gold investment taxation explained: Jewellery, gold ETF vs sovereign gold bonds
The investments in gold products of this category are treated as capital asset under the income tax laws so any gains realised over its acquisition cost is taxed under the head ‘capital gains’.
The Netherlands’ new tax experiment—and why investors should worry
The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized investment gains from 2028. India’s experience with punitive wealth and income taxes in the 1970s shows why taxing paper wealth can distort markets and behaviour.