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Goods, services exports registered healthy growth until January 21: Piyush Goyal

India’s goods and services exports have shown positive growth up to January 21, despite global economic uncertainties, according to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. Merchandise exports saw a 1.87% increase in December, contributing to a 2.44% rise in April-December.…

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EY, PwC ‘Chinese Walls’ under spotlight amid insider trading allegations

Allegations of insider trading against EY and PwC partners in India have raised concerns about the effectiveness of ‘Chinese walls’ and internal controls within professional services firms. These firms’ deep involvement in deal-making, including IPOs and M&As, creates risks of…

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Budget 2026 expectations: BFSI sector looks for tax clarity and liquidity support

Tax policy remains one of the determinant factors for investment decisions by the institutional investors. Investors are expecting a definitive assurance against retrospective amendments which is a practice that has previously dented their confidence.

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Maruti Suzuki misses market estimates despite record quarterly sales

However, the company achieved its best-ever quarterly net sales. Strong demand during the festive season and a GST reduction boosted sales. Domestic sales volume also reached a record high.

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Citigroup taps Ankur Khurana to lead India commercial banking business: Report

Khurana joins Citigroup after a stint at Standard Chartered Plc, where she served as co-head of coverage for India and South Asia.

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Adani Group firm to swap part of dollar debt with rupee after top rating, sources say

Adani Electricity Mumbai plans to swap dollar debt for cheaper rupee loans in the next three months. This move follows a top credit rating upgrade for the Adani Group unit. The company aims to prepay dollar bonds using local borrowings.…

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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.