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Kotak Mahindra Bank approves 1:5 stock split. Check details

Kotak Mahindra Bank’s board has greenlit a 1:5 stock split, dividing each existing share into five. This move aims to make shares more accessible and boost trading, particularly for retail investors. The bank, celebrating its 40th foundation day, will announce…

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US sanctions, trade-deal delays drag rupee to new record low at 89.48. Down 4.6% this year, what’s next?

The Indian rupee hit a new lifetime low against the dollar on Friday, weakening to 89.48. This decline was driven by reduced risk appetite due to fading hopes of a Federal Reserve rate cut and ongoing U.S.-India trade tensions. Foreign…

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Four Labour Codes implemented in India in one of biggest workforce reforms

India has officially implemented four new Labour Codes, consolidating 29 existing laws to modernise its labor governance. This historic move, effective November 21, 2025, aims to simplify regulations, boost worker welfare, enhance safety, and align with global standards. The government…

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Foxconn to spend up to $3 billion a year on AI, chair sees China EV shakeout

Foxconn plans to invest up to three billion dollars each year in artificial intelligence. The world’s largest electronics maker anticipates a significant consolidation in China’s electric vehicle sector soon. Foxconn is also in discussions with the Japanese government regarding potential…

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Rs 90,000 crore in 90 days: One of India’s biggest IPO cycles in history produces poor listing gains

India’s primary market saw a record Rs 90,000 crore raised through 61 IPOs in 90 days. Despite strong subscriptions, many new listings delivered poor returns, with nearly half trading below their issue price. Analysts note a shift towards valuation sensitivity,…

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BigBasket raises Rs 200 crore via debt

The company plans to use the funds to set up and maintain dark stores and for other general corporate purposes, according to the company’s filing with the ministry of corporate affairs.

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Advance tax: How to check and download challan, make corrections in case of errors — step-by-step guide
The advance tax payment deadline was on 15 March. Taxpayers can check your payment status online, check and download your payment challan and make corrections. Here's where and how…
Missed advance tax final instalment deadline? Here's what taxpayers should do now to avoid higher penalties
Taxpayers who missed the 15 March advance tax deadline can still make the payment. However, delays incur interest under Sections 234B and 234C. Here's what they should do now. 
Tax harvesting can save money—but it can also derail your portfolio
As investors rush to optimize taxes before the financial year ends, experts warn that tax harvesting can trigger poor portfolio decisions and behavioural mistakes that undermine long-term returns.
A ₹38 lakh hospital bill—and the top-up claim that took months
Top-up policies are a cost-effective way to boost health insurance cover, but deductibles, paperwork and insurer coordination can complicate claims.
I bought an apartment in 2013 but registered it only in 2025. What is the year of acquisition?
If you had entered into an agreement with the builder in 2013 and the registration was undertaken only in August 2025, the date of acquisition would be the date of the agreement, i.e. 2013, and not the date of registration.
Can I use MF sales proceeds to pay home loan and get Section 54F benefit?
Section 54F exemption is unavailable because the residential property was acquired more than one year before the sale of the MF units. While the exemption fails the timing criteria, taxpayers can still use Section 80C and Section 24 deductions for principal, interest repayments under old tax regime.
Advance tax deadline today: Can you pay the final instalment on 15 March via credit card?
The final advance tax payment deadline for FY 2025-26 is 15 March 2026. Payments can be made via the e-filing portal, including credit cards, which may incur fees. Details here. 
How global reporting may pull crypto bets out of the grey zone
Through a series of legislative changes in 2025 and 2026, India has operationalized a reporting framework aligned with the OECD’s Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, aiming to move crypto from an opaque asset class into a transparent financial instrument.
Gold investment taxation explained: Jewellery, gold ETF vs sovereign gold bonds
The investments in gold products of this category are treated as capital asset under the income tax laws so any gains realised over its acquisition cost is taxed under the head ‘capital gains’.
The Netherlands’ new tax experiment—and why investors should worry
The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized investment gains from 2028. India’s experience with punitive wealth and income taxes in the 1970s shows why taxing paper wealth can distort markets and behaviour.