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Eye on IPO shores, companies set sail for Cayman

The Cayman Islands are emerging as a preferred destination for Indian software startups chasing global markets, offering greater flexibility in raising capital, whether from India or abroad. The self-governing British Overseas Territory is a “region of interest” for software-as-a-service (SaaS)…

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Financial sector regulators to work on universal KYC

Financial sector regulators, led by the RBI, are developing a universal KYC framework with the CKYCR to streamline verification processes. Nirmala Sitharaman urged regulators to ensure seamless KYC experiences for citizens and expedite refunds of unclaimed amounts through district-level camps.…

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Five chapters finalised in India-EU FTA

India and the EU concluded five chapters, including intellectual property and trade facilitation, during the 11th round of FTA talks in New Delhi. Discussions also addressed easing certification processes under India’s Quality Control Orders.

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US President Donald Trump open to extend July 8 trade talks deadline, US to send deal letters

President Trump indicated a willingness to extend the July 8 deadline for trade talks, contingent on countries negotiating in good faith. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent echoed this sentiment, suggesting flexibility for ongoing negotiations with nations like South Korea, Japan, and…

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United Breweries receives Rs 18.60 cr GST order

United Breweries faces a tax demand of Rs 18.60 crore from the Kerala State Goods & Services Tax Department. The demand relates to alleged non-payment of turnover tax on beer sales. It pertains to fiscal years 2022-23 and 2023-24. The…

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Iron trader held by GST team for 26 cr tax fraud

A Raipur iron trader, Aman Agarwal, has been arrested by GST officials for allegedly orchestrating a fraudulent tax credit scheme. Agarwal created ten fake firms between 2023 and 2025 to show inflated purchases and claim undue input tax credits, resulting…

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SBI employees to go on a 2-day strike on May 25,26: Check their 16 key demands
State Bank of India employees plan a two-day strike on May 25-26, 2026, to demand better working conditions and job security. The All India State Bank of India Staff Federation cites administrative neglect and anti-employee policies as reasons for the protest.
Income-tax returns: Form 121 replaces Form 15G, 15H — Who is eligible, where to download and how to avoid TDS, explained
The new Income-Tax Act 2025 replaced the original Tax Deducted at Source forms — Form 15G and 15H — with a single Form 121, as part of the government's move to streamline and simplify India's tax codes.
Tenant rights in India: How much of security deposit can be legally deducted by your landlord?
Security deposit rules in India, guided by the Model Tenancy Act, 2021, vary by state and dictate how much landlords can collect and under what conditions deductions may occur. Details here.
₹100 crore retirement fund ‘a math scam’, ₹2-3 crore ‘strong number, stop taking advice from influencers’, warns CA
CA Kaushik believes that ordinary investors should not take advice from influencers who push for ₹100 crore retirement fund, calling it a ‘mathematical impossibility’ and ‘math scam’. He feels that ₹2-3 crore or even up to ₹5 crore are ‘strong, realistic numbers’.
I asked ChatGPT to plan my daughter’s Harvard education: AI suggests mutual funds, dollar assets, gives yearly cash flow
ChatGPT recommends planning for global education beyond Harvard. It outlines significant costs for a master's degree, estimating up to ₹7.22 crore for two years. It suggests diversifying investments and emphasizes the importance of academic preparation and scholarship opportunities.
Buy Now Pay Later: Here's how BNPL works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) is a short-term financing option allowing customers to buy items and pay in installments. Here's all you need to know about how it works, who is eligible and how it impacts your credit score…
Rupee at record low: What it means for your personal finances, foreign travel, imports and markets — explained
The rupee fell to a record low against the US dollar on 5 May 2026 due to rising US-Iran tensions and soaring crude oil prices. This could impact India's economy as well as household spending. Details here.
Income-tax returns: Investment proof, PAN Card — Here's a checklist of required documents for smooth ITR filing process
Filing income tax returns can be a tough task for salaried individuals and first-time ITR filers alike. To make the process smoother and hassle-free, here's a checklist of essential documents you'll need, including Form 16, your PAN Card, and proofs of investment.
EPF vs PPF: Key differences, rules, tax benefits and returns explained
EPF and PPF are key long-term savings instruments in India. While EPF is for salaried employees, PPF is open to all. Both offer tax benefits and fixed interest rates, but differ in eligibility, contributions, and withdrawal rules.
Dearness Allowance: What are the types of DA and how often are they revised? We answer top FAQs
Dearness Allowance is of two types, one which is revised quarterly based on CPI, and the other revised semi-annually. Both these aim to mitigate inflation effects for households of central government employees.