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India’s Cold Chain scheme reduces post-harvest losses, boosts farmers’ incomes

India has launched 291 integrated cold chain projects under the Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure Scheme since 2008, creating a preservation capacity of 25.52 lakh metric tonnes annually, the government informed on Wednesday.

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Goldi Solar Secure $171 Million Investment Led by Havells to Boost Green Energy Production in India

Goldi Solar, a leading Indian solar module maker, has secured 14.22 billion rupees in growth capital, spearheaded by Havells India. This significant funding will fuel manufacturing expansion and solar cell production in Gujarat, boosting annual module capacity to 14.7 GW.

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ICAI draft Code of Ethics tightens audit independence, adds sustainability assurance, relaxes advertisement rules

How will ICAI redefine ethics for India’s chartered accountants? Can stricter independence norms, new sustainability assurance rules, and relaxed advertising guidelines modernise professional conduct and align with global standards? The draft Code of Ethics proposes wide-ranging reforms to answer these…

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Indian Asset Managers Face Sharp Decline as SEBI Proposes Lower Brokerage Fee Caps

Indian asset managers’ shares plunged as much as 8% after the markets regulator proposed significantly lowering brokerage fee caps. Analysts warn of a potential 30-33% hit to pre-tax profits for some firms, as reduced fees will impact expense ratios and…

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RBI boosts gold holdings in India to 575.8 tonnes; domestic prices edge higher

India’s gold reserves are increasingly being stored within the country as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) continues to shift its holdings back home.

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UK development finance body to invest $75 million for Blueleaf Energy’s India plans

British International Investment is injecting $75 million into Blueleaf Energy. This funding will boost clean energy projects in India. The investment supports solar, wind, and energy storage. It aims to generate over 3.2 gigawatt-hours of clean energy annually. This move…

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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’.