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Carlsberg said to near public filing for $700 million India IPO

Carlsberg is preparing to publicly file for a potential $700 million IPO of its Indian business, with investor roadshows expected next week and a possible December launch. The proposed offering would involve a secondary share sale, as India’s IPO market…

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HDFC Bank investigates two senior executives over alleged leak of business secrets

HDFC Bank conducted an internal investigation after concerns about confidential information being leaked surfaced among executives. The probe discovered that two senior executives disclosed sensitive business strategies to outsiders, prompting further examination. This investigation is ongoing, and the involved executives…

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Mahindra Manulife Insurance appoints Nilesh Kothari as CFO

Kothari joins the life insurer with over 22 years of experience in the insurance sector, having previously served as CFO of PNB MetLife India Insurance.

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FDI limit in PSU banks likely to be hiked from 20 pc to 49 pc

The government is mulling raising the foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in public sector banks (PSBs) from 20 per cent to 49 per cent, according to multiple reports.

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SBI says 3,897 customer records exposed on dark web

SBI was alerted on October 16 by its threat intelligence service provider, Defence Cyber Agency and CERT-In about suspected customer data exposure on the dark web; the bank activated cyber incident response protocols and brought in an independent CERT-In-empanelled agency…

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Rupee to rise on Jio IPO inflows, RBI while oil risks cloud outlook

The Indian rupee is likely to rise on Wednesday, supported by dollar inflows linked to the Jio Platforms IPO and by the Reserve Bank of India’s support,

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Which transactions can trigger notice from Income Tax Department? Know rules for large cash deposits and UPI transfers
Large UPI transfers do not automatically trigger income tax notices, but unexplained bank credits can attract scrutiny. From freelancers to individuals receiving money for others, here's when digital transactions may raise red flags and what records to keep.
Term insurance claim amount rejected after death: Which common mistakes can put your family's payout at risk? List here
Term insurance provides a death benefit to beneficiaries during a fixed policy term, helping families manage debts and future expenses. Here's why a claim can get rejected.
DA hike 2026: No festive relief yet for 1.2 crore employees and pensioners. When will Centre announce the 3% increase?
Central government employees and pensioners face a longer wait for the July 2026 DA hike. The expected 3% increase could raise DA to 63%, boosting salaries and pensions. Here's what the delay means for monthly payments and arrears.
NPS vs mutual funds: Need your retirement savings at 35? Check withdrawal rules, lock-in periods and tax benefits
NPS and retirement-focused mutual funds differ in withdrawal rules, lock-in periods and tax benefits. Investors planning a home purchase, career break or early retirement should understand how much of their savings they can access and when.
Is a two-year slump a reason to sell your mutual fund? How to assess underperformance
A fund’s recent underperformance alone is not a reason to sell. Compare it with its benchmark and peers across several time periods, and assess whether it still fits your portfolio and investment strategy.
Retirement planning: How much should you invest in stocks and mutual funds after 60? Here's what expert suggests
Retirement planning requires balancing equity exposure with income security. Freefincal's M. Pattabiraman suggests limiting equity to 30% for typical retirees while accounting for inflation, market volatility and long-term withdrawal needs.
Last date alert! Income tax audit deadline ends today: Who must file? What happens if you miss the due date?
Tax audit reports for AY 2026-27 are due October 21, 2026, while audited taxpayers’ income tax returns are due November 21. Here's all you need to know to ensure compliance. 
Mutual fund growth vs IDCW plans: Top 5 schemes’ returns compared, NAV differences — What investors should know
Growth and IDCW options handle mutual fund earnings differently, affecting payouts, units held, and NAV. Returns across three equity schemes show similarities, but NAV alone cannot determine which option performs better. 
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme: Have ₹30 lakh to invest? Check your quarterly interest, tax and maturity benefits
The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme offers 8.2% annual interest, allowing retirees to earn ₹61,500 every quarter on a ₹30 lakh investment. Here's how the scheme works, including eligibility, tax implications, maturity benefits and withdrawal rules.
Multi-million dollar deals to clean dirty linen in public: How celebrities make massive fortunes with their memoirs
Publishers pay heavily for celebrity memoirs, which attract readers with intimate accounts of public figures’ lives. Nobody seems interested in reading about someone's ‘happy childhood’.