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Why private capex is lagging: CFOs flag cost pressures, execution hurdles and policy gaps

Speaking at the fifth edition of ETCFO Union Budget 2026 series, CFOs from renewable energy and food processing sectors offered a ground-level view of why corporate India is still cautious on fresh capital expenditure, pointing to cost disadvantages, regulatory friction…

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India's central bank to inject over $23 billion of liquidity into banking system

The Reserve Bank of India has announced a decisive plan to pump $23 billion into the banking system, utilizing a combination of bond purchases, FX swaps, and repos. This initiative aims to shore up the rupee and counteract the uptick…

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Sebi approval opens door for 13 IPOs across diverse sectors

Securities and Exchange Board of India has given the green light to thirteen companies for their Initial Public Offerings. Firms like Sify Infinit Spaces and Commtel Networks are among those that received Sebi’s final observations. This clearance allows these companies…

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PepsiCo India appoints Savitha Balachandran CFO for India and South Asia

Savitha brings a wealth of experience from Tata Technologies and will succeed Kaushik Mitra, who is set to retire after 24 impactful years.

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India gold premiums surge to decadal high on import tax hike anxiety

Gold premiums in India have reached their highest in over a decade. This surge is driven by investor anticipation of an import duty increase in the upcoming budget. Meanwhile, gold premiums in China have seen a decline. International spot gold…

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Exporters’ budget wishlist: Tax sops, inverted duty structure correction, and more

Key demands include reduced income tax for MSMEs, reinstatement of customs duty exemptions on certain leathers, and correction of inverted duty structures in sectors like synthetic yarns and electronics to boost domestic manufacturing and export competitiveness.

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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.