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Deposit rates may have bottomed out, hints RBI data

Fresh rupee term deposit costs have risen for the first time in six months, signaling a potential bottoming out of deposit rates. This uptick, a four basis point increase to 5.60% in September, suggests tighter liquidity as credit growth accelerates…

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Softbank-backed Meesho, Zomato-backed Shiprocket among 7 companies to get Sebi’s approval for IPO launch

As many as seven companies, including Softbank-backed e-commerce firm Meesho and Temasek-backed e-commerce enablement platform Shiprocket, have secured Sebi’s approval to raise nearly Rs 7,700 crore collectively, through initial public offerings (IPO), an update with the markets regulator showed on…

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BSE resolves 143 investor complaints in October, receives 120 new ones

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) said on Monday that it resolved 143 investor complaints against 90 companies during the month of October.

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Lenskart IPO price sparks concern over Indian startup valuations

Lenskart’s $821 million IPO sold out quickly, but its valuation has raised concerns about Indian startups being overvalued. Despite strong demand, analysts worry mutual funds are paying steep prices for unprofitable companies, echoing past IPO debacles like Paytm. While Lenskart’s…

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ICAI seeks measures to mitigate litigation, prevent tax avoidance in pre-Budget suggestions

In a release, the ICAI said the suggestions are for having prudent tax reforms aimed at facilitating ease of doing business and encouraging environmental sustainability.

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SC upholds CESTAT ruling, rejects ₹244-cr service tax and penalty demand on Airtel

A bench led by Justice JB Pardiwala upheld the January order of the Chandigarh bench of the Customs, Excise And Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) that quashed the department’s demand including penalty against Bharti Airtel.

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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’.