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Net direct tax collection surges after reduction of corporate tax rates: Minister

The net direct tax collection saw strong growth in FY25 at Rs 22,26,375 crore, a 13.48 per cent year-on-year growth, as there has been an overall increase in collections after reduction of the corporate tax rates with effect from Assessment…

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Niva Bupa Health Q1 loss widens due to change in accounting norms: CFO

Niva Bupa Health’s CFO, Vishwanath Mahendra, attributes the Q1 net loss increase to accounting changes aligning with IFRS. He explains the shift from immediate expense recognition under Indian GAAP to spreading costs over the policy term, impacting premium recognition and…

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RXIL CFO pitches for seller-led invoice financing under TReDS 2.0; says 60 percent PSUs inactive despite RBI mandate

Can India’s trade receivables ecosystem truly scale without mandatory PSU participation and modernised underwriting rules? RXIL CFO Kailashkumar Varodia thinks not. In an exclusive interaction with ETCFO, he urged RBI to launch “TReDS 2.0” and mandate invoice routing by PSUs…

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Jane Street guys are brilliant mathematicians, but we can have PhDs too: Sebi chief

Sebi Chair Tuhin Kanta Pandey defended the regulator’s probe into Jane Street, rejecting claims of overreach and stressing India’s capability. He highlighted the need for structural reforms in the booming derivatives market and emphasized investor protection. Sebi continues to investigate…

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India’s Mutual Fund industry grows 7 times in decade, passive funds gains ground: Report

The total Assets Under Management (AUM) of the Indian Mutual Fund (MF) industry stand at Rs 74.40 lakh crore, marking more than a sevenfold growth over the past decade, a report said on Monday.

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Motilal Oswal turns bullish on midcaps in Q1 review; trims FY26 Nifty EPS forecast

Motilal Oswal has increased its midcap allocation due to their strong earnings growth, even while trimming Nifty EPS estimates for FY26 and FY27 due to downgrades in key stocks. Midcaps outperformed large and smallcaps, with sectors like Technology and PSU…

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Sold property but received money in instalments? ITAT explains when you must pay income tax on capital gains
ITAT Surat deleted a ₹2.45 crore capital gains addition after a landowner showed that he received only ₹25 lakh in the relevant year, despite ₹2.86 crore appearing in Form 26AS. The tribunal considered subsequent tax returns and co-owners' cases.
Exchanging old gold for new jewellery this Diwali? 6 things to check before accepting your jeweller’s valuation | Guide
Exchanging old gold for new jewellery this Diwali? Check six things before accepting your jeweller’s offer, including gold purity, net weight, market rates, melting deductions, making charges and exchange terms to avoid losing money.
Got salary bonus this Diwali? 5 smart ways to strengthen your finances instead of spending it all - Top ideas to follow
A Diwali salary bonus can do more than fund festive shopping. From strengthening insurance cover and preparing for upcoming expenses to boosting retirement savings and investing in skills, here are five ways to put the extra money to work.
Diwali shopping: Should you pay upfront or choose no-cost EMI for expensive purchases? Here’s what buyers must know
Planning expensive Diwali purchases? Paying upfront could help you secure additional discounts, while no-cost EMI can spread payments. Compare processing fees, GST, cashback and credit card rewards before deciding which option saves you more.
Meghalaya HC denies pension to ex-Assam Rifles rifleman, says voluntary discharge leads to forfeiture of past service
The court clarified that an employee cannot claim pensionary benefits under Rule 49(2) merely because he has completed 10 years of qualifying service if Rule 26(1), which provides for forfeiture of past service upon resignation, applies to his case
Looking to invest in international funds? Only one scheme remains open for new investors amid fresh subscription curbs
Indian investors seeking overseas exposure through mutual funds have limited choices, with only one scheme accepting fresh SIPs. Three other international funds have suspended new investments and paused existing SIP instalments. Here's what investors should know.
Air pollution in India: Does health insurance cover pollution-related illnesses? What policyholders should know
Air pollution can aggravate respiratory illnesses such as asthma and COPD. Health insurance may cover hospitalisation, but policyholders should check pre-existing disease waiting periods, ICU coverage, room rent limits, restoration benefits and OPD add-ons.
ITAT Surat ruling: Retired employee wins leave encashment tax dispute over ₹8.02 lakh exemption claim
The ruling highlights the importance of following due process before the tax authorities modify an already processed income tax return
SEBI settlement rules from November 7: Who can apply online, how much to pay and the 90-day deadline explained
SEBI's new settlement rules came into effect on November 7, 2026. The revised framework changes application fees, minimum settlement amounts and filing deadlines, while introducing fast-track options for eligible cases. Here's what applicants need to know.
Got Diwali bonus from your employer? Clear credit card dues or start mutual fund SIP: Which money move is right for you?
Got a Diwali bonus of ₹10,000? Should you clear credit card dues or start a mutual fund SIP? Compare the interest savings from repaying high-cost debt with the potential returns from investing to understand which money move makes more financial sense.