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Indian firms pivot to domestic markets amid trade uncertainty: Survey

Amidst the swirling uncertainties of global trade, Indian companies are making strategic adjustments, focusing on strengthening domestic markets while selectively venturing into new international territories. The HSBC survey highlights a commitment to resilience, as businesses re-evaluate their approaches, contend with…

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Tariff war create opportunity for India in some of sectors: CEA V Anantha Nageswaran

The tariff war presents India with opportunities in specific sectors. India and US are in talks for a trade agreement, aiming for an interim deal. The US is India’s largest trading partner. India had a trade surplus with the US.…

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Crisis-hit Gensol defaults on May payment of BluSmart cabs loans

Gensol Engineering, linked to BluSmart founders, has defaulted on payments to its PTC holders. The default amount is around ₹4 crore. Repayments stopped after BluSmart cab services ceased. Grip Invest confirms the default. They are working to recover funds by…

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What happens to Trump’s tariffs now that a court has knocked them down?

A federal court has blocked President Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs on imports, deeming it an overreach of authority. This ruling challenges Trump’s trade policies, which have unsettled markets and raised economic concerns.

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Trump administration considers allowing tariffs of up to 15% for 150 days, WSJ reports

The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating a temporary measure to levy tariffs on a significant portion of the global economy, potentially utilizing a law that permits tariffs of up to 15% for 150 days. This consideration comes as a federal…

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No change in property tax rates, higher bills automatically due to ready reckoner rate revision: BMC

The Mumbai civic body clarified that increased property tax bills are due to revised ready reckoner rates for 2025-26, not a tax hike. The BMC deferred a 2020 revision due to COVID-19, leading to the current update after a decade.…

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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.