Blog - Advisors India

(0)
News

Budget 2026: ASSOCHAM calls for customs amnesty, harmonised tax rules to ease compliance

As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2026 on February 1, ASSOCHAM has urged the government to introduce a one-time customs amnesty scheme, operationalise voluntary disclosure provisions, and align customs and transfer pricing valuations, but will…

(0)
News

TCS’ $6.5 bn bet marks India’s push against tech colonisation

Tata Consultancy Services is investing $6.5 billion to bolster its digital capabilities and guard against “tech colonization” as India’s digital infrastructure demand surges. The company aims to become the world’s largest AI-led services firm, funding this expansion through a mix…

(0)
News

Blockbuster November looms for India’s IPO market with over Rs 76,000 crore worth of issues lined up

India’s IPO market anticipates a blockbuster November, with over ₹76,000 crore in public issues expected across various sectors. This surge is driven by a strong Q4 trend, a rebound in the secondary market, and the urgency to comply with US…

(0)
News

Sebi to penalise MCX for 4-hour trading halt: Report

India’s market regulator is set to penalise Multi Commodity Exchange. A four-hour trading halt occurred on Tuesday due to a capacity breach. The exchange could not handle the high volume of clients. MCX stated its systems have parameters that led…

(0)
News

US signs 10-year defence framework with India, says military ties with New Delhi ‘never been stronger’

The United States and India have signed a 10-year defence framework to strengthen coordination, information sharing, and technology cooperation, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced after meeting Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Kuala Lumpur.

(0)
News

Ford to make new engines in India with $370 million investment

Ford is investing approximately $370 million in its Chennai, India facility to produce new, high-end engines for export, with production slated to begin in 2029. This move signals a renewed manufacturing presence in India after the company ceased car production…

1
...
2481
2482
2483
2484
2485
...
5170

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’.