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SMBC India appoints Rakesh Garg as its MD and CEO

SMBC Group on Tuesday has named Rakesh Garg as its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of SMBC India following approval from the Reserve Bank of India.

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Sensex drops over 560 points, Nifty slips below 24,100 amid West Asia tensions

India’s benchmark equity indices ended sharply lower on Tuesday as heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia triggered broad-based selling, with PSU bank, realty and auto stocks leading the decline.

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IRCTC appoints Rajneesh Narain as chief financial officer

IRCTC appointed Rajneesh Narain as its Chief Financial Officer with immediate effect. Narain’s appointment as CFO took effect on July 14, 2026, following board approval. He joined IRCTC as Director (Finance) on June 15, 2026, bringing extensive coal sector experience.…

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7,700 jobs down: India’s top private banks’ workforce reduce as tech wonder gets busy

India’s largest private banks are reducing staff numbers. This shift reflects increased automation and artificial intelligence adoption. Technology now handles routine operations, freeing human resources for customer-facing roles. Banks like HDFC and Axis Bank are redeploying talent to advisory and…

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WPI inflation quickens to 9.87% in June from 9.68% in May

India’s wholesale inflation rose to 9.87 percent in June. This figure exceeded economists’ earlier projections for the month. Higher prices for food and mineral oils drove the wholesale price increase. Inflation in primary articles accelerated significantly after May’s figures. Fuel…

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CBIC notifies self-certification framework for origin declarations under India-UK CETA

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has issued a circular operationalising the self-certification framework for origin declarations under the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which comes into force on July 15, 2026. The move replaces…

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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.