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Indian Gas Exchange files IPO papers with Sebi; parent IEX to divest stake

Indian Gas Exchange has filed preliminary papers with Sebi for its Initial Public Offering. The proposed public issue is entirely an Offer For Sale by its promoter, Indian Energy Exchange. This move aims to enhance the company’s visibility and strengthen…

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Sebi exempts Mehta Family Trust from Saurashtra Cement open offer

Sebi exempted Mehta Family Trust from an open offer for Saurashtra Cement shares. This exemption allows internal family reorganisation and succession planning. Jay Mahendra Mehta and Juhi Chawla Mehta are trustees of the family trust. The transaction involves indirect acquisition…

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India Inc's overseas fundraise picks up pace in May to $4.7 bn: RBI data

Indian companies’ external commercial borrowings proposals saw a significant jump in May. Total filings reached USD 4.74 billion, a notable increase from April’s figures. Prominent firms like Indian Railway Finance Corporation and NTPC filed substantial borrowing intentions. Kisetsu Saison Finance…

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Axis Bank strengthens balance sheet, but funding quality weakens

Axis Bank has strengthened its balance sheet with better corporate underwriting and an improving deposit franchise. However, weakening funding quality and rising stress in parts of the retail loan book remain key concerns.

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Stock markets rebound in early trade; Sensex jumps 553 points

Indian stock markets Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Wednesday. This rebound followed a sharp decline in the previous trading session. Softer-than-expected US inflation data reinforced expectations of a less aggressive Fed policy. Global cues turned supportive as…

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GSTAT token mechanism safeguards appeal rights, but experts warn legal ambiguity could trigger fresh litigation

Tax experts say GSTAT’s token-based appeal mechanism is a pragmatic safeguard against portal-related disruptions, but caution that its long-term success will depend on statutory clarity, robust digital safeguards and a resilient e-filing system to prevent fresh litigation.

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EPFO: Here's how to retrieve your forgotten UAN using the official portal and Umang app — Stepwise guide
The Employees' Provident Fund offers a secure retirement savings option for Indian salaried individuals offering an 8.25% interest rate for FY26. Here's how EPF subscribers can retrieve their UAN via the EPFO portal or Umang app.
Only 4 value mutual funds delivered double-digit returns in one year. Here's why experts aren't worried
Only four of the 23 value mutual funds delivered double-digit returns over the past year, while nine schemes posted losses. Experts explain why the numbers don't tell the full story and what investors should look for instead.
8th pay commission: Discussions ongoing, check full list of beneficiaries for pay hikes, allowances, other benefits
The 8th Pay Commission is in discussion to recommend pay hikes and salary structure for central government employees and pensioners. Chaired by Ranjana Prakash Desai, it aims to benefit around 1 crore individuals and will submit recommendations by November 2025.
DA, DR hike: Dearness allowance for pensioners — Dearness Relief calculation, eligibility explained
Dearness Allowance: A fixed percentage of pensioners' monthly pension payments is aimed at mitigating inflation. However, unlike DA in salaries for central government employees, the component is known as Dearness Relief or DR.
Newly married couples: 8 health insurance mistakes to avoid
Newly married couples should review health insurance plans, assess coverage needs and plan for maternity benefits. This guide highlights common mistakes, including relying only on employer cover and overlooking parents’ healthcare needs, to help couples make smarter financial decisions.
Retired PSU employee faces ₹2 lakh tax demand over Form 16 omission; ITAT Pune grants relief
A retired PSU employee successfully challenged a ₹2 lakh tax demand after ITAT Pune ruled that a leave encashment exemption cannot be denied because it was omitted from Form 16. The Tribunal held that statutory tax benefits are determined by law and not by how the employer reports them.
ITR Filing 2026: CBDT upgrades income tax portal before July 31 deadline, Key changes explained
The Finance Ministry has told Parliament that the Income Tax Department has strengthened the e-filing portal to handle peak traffic during the return filing season, with infrastructure capable of processing up to 1 crore ITRs a day.
Can cooperative insurance become India’s next financial inclusion story?
The proposed national cooperative life insurer is about more than adding another player—it could shift India's insurance journey from expanding access to building financial resilience.
Can the government impose taxes without a law? What Article 265 says
Article 265 of the Indian Constitution states that no tax can be levied or collected except by the authority of law. In simple terms, every tax must be backed by a valid law passed by Parliament or a state legislature, preventing arbitrary taxation by the government.
Cable and DTH charges to rise 4-6 times? PIB Fact Check reveals the truth
PIB Fact Check has dismissed viral claims that the Centre's draft Telecom Rules, 2026 will shut down TVs or raise cable and DTH charges by four to six times. It clarified that the draft rules contain no fee hike provision and are currently open for public consultation.