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Budget 2026 taps ICAI, ICSI for short-term skill courses to boost employability

The Union Budget 2026 will support ICAI and ICSI in developing short, modular courses to boost employability and job placement for young professionals. This initiative aims to bridge skill gaps and align training with industry needs, forming a key part…

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FM maintains fiscal prudence with 4.3% deficit target

The move aligns with expectations from credit agencies and market analysts that had forecast a deficit around this level, signalling confidence in nominal GDP growth, buoyant tax receipts, and controlled expenditure growth.

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MCX shares crash 15%, hit lower circuit amid deepening gold, silver rout

MCX shares plummeted 10% as gold and silver prices crashed 6% each, extending Friday’s worst-ever selloff. Profit-taking and a strengthening US dollar drove the correction. The exchange will hold a special Sunday trading session for the Union Budget 2026 presentation.

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Union Budget 2026: FM Nirmala Sitharaman's Key Highlights for India Inc

Here are the major developments from Union Budget 2026 that matter the most for India Inc and the CFO community. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents her nineth union budget.

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Union Budget 2026 first Sunday presentation, markets open as Sitharaman delivers ninth straight Budget

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Union Budget 2026-27 today, marking the first time it’s tabled on a Sunday. This historic presentation extends Sitharaman’s record to nine consecutive Budgets, with stock markets open for real-time reactions to the fiscal announcements.

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Union Budget 2026: Sitharaman’s power team which makes India's Budget and decides your taxes

Union Budget 2026: As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares the Union Budget for FY2026-27, a core team of senior bureaucrats is shaping its fiscal strategy. Anuradha Thakur, Arvind Shrivastava, Vumlunmang Vualnam, M Nagaraju, Arunish Chawla, K Moses Chalai, and V…

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8th Pay Commission fitment factor: Is the government considering employees' key demand? Here's what it said
The Centre has clarified that the 8th Pay Commission is not required to keep the government informed about its deliberations, including proposals on the fitment factor. It also declined to comment on employee demands, saying the Commission will determine its own procedure.
Over 5 crore ITRs filed for AY 2026-27: Income Tax Department urges taxpayers to file before July 31 deadline
With the July 31 ITR filing deadline approaching, the Income Tax Department says over 5 crore returns have already been filed for AY 2026-27. Here's who should file ITR-1, who needs ITR-2, and why you shouldn't wait until the last minute.
8th Pay Commission: How rise in annual increments from 3% to 5% could boost Level 1 employee pay over 5 years
The 8th Pay Commission may consider higher annual increments for central government employees as proposed by several prominent unions. A 5% increment scenario shows Level 1 basic pay rising from ₹18,000 per month to around ₹24,200 per month in five years.
ITR filing deadline: Can freelancers declare earnings as business income? Tax experts explain
Freelance income cannot always be reported as business income in ITR filings. Here is when earnings qualify as business income, salary, or other sources; common filing mistakes; presumptive taxation rules; and expert tips to avoid tax notices and ensure compliance before the 31 July deadline. 
ITR filing 2026: Why 31 July is not the deadline for all salaried taxpayers and who gets more time
The 31 July ITR filing deadline may not apply to all salaried taxpayers. The applicable due date depends on the taxpayer’s overall income profile, ITR form, and audit requirements. Those with business or professional income may get additional time. 
Large & mid-cap funds strike a balance: Higher returns than large-caps, lower volatility than mid-caps
Large & mid-cap funds have historically delivered a balance between returns and volatility. Over the past 5 years, the benchmark index gave 14% returns, compared with 10% for large-caps and 18% for mid-caps. 
PNB Housing Finance tops list of mutual funds' 10 favourite small-cap stocks; Crompton Greaves, Delhivery make the cut
Despite varying investment strategies, some small-cap stocks are common across mutual fund portfolios. The latest analysis reveals the 10 most widely held small-cap stocks, with PNB Housing Finance featuring in 146 schemes, followed by Crompton Greaves and RBL Bank.
Filed ITR in May or June? Here's why you should revisit it and check these 7 key things before 31 July deadline
Taxpayers who filed their ITR in May or June should revisit their return before the 31 July deadline. Checking e-verification status, AIS, TIS, Form 26AS, TDS credits, bank details and reported income can help avoid errors and refund delays. 
ITR filed and verified? Here's how the Income Tax Department spots mismatches—and when it sends a notice
The CPC first verifies that you've used the correct ITR form, filled in all mandatory schedules, and that there are no calculation errors. If it finds major issues, you may receive a defective return notice.
Hidden risks of UPI Autopay: Nykaa AVP’s LinkedIn post sparks debate about free trials
Lokesh Ahuja from Nykaa shared a cautionary tale about hidden AutoPay mandates after teaching his mother how to make UPI payments. He emphasises the importance of digital literacy.