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India-UK FTA within finger-touching distance: NITI Aayog CEO

The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK is nearing completion, with both sides just a step away from finalizing the deal, according to NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam. Negotiations for the FTA, which began in January 2022…

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A bigger share of bank deposits comes at higher rates now

Banks in India are offering higher interest rates on deposits to attract savers, with more than two-thirds of deposits earning 7% or above by June 2024. This shift is driven by the need to meet rising credit demand, which continues…

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Reliance corners Rs 3,620 crore battery PLI sops

Reliance Industries Limited has secured Rs 3,620 crores in incentives for producing advanced chemistry cell batteries. This win adds to the 5 GWh capacity RIL had previously secured, bringing their total to 15 GWh. The incentives were awarded through a…

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Will SEBI get savvy, or shut its gate?

Madhabi Puri Buch, the first private sector head of Sebi, faces scrutiny over alleged conflicts of interest. The article discusses the need for stricter regulations to address potential conflicts and suggests that appointing bureaucrats without regulatory changes could be short-sighted.…

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Govt extends export credit scheme by a month to Sept 30

The government has extended the interest equalisation scheme on pre- and post-shipment rupee export credit for MSME manufacturing exporters until September 30. This extension aims to support India’s outbound shipments by providing competitive rates amid global economic challenges. The scheme,…

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Hindujas’ acquisition of RCap hits tax dues hurdle

IndusInd International Holdings’ ₹9,861-crore acquisition of Reliance Capital faces a new hurdle as the company seeks to adjust over ₹1,000 crore in GST dues owed by Reliance Capital’s insurance subsidiaries. Creditors are reluctant to accept this adjustment, leading to a…

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Base plan isn’t enough: How top-up insurance protects you from medical catastrophe
A super top-up can multiply your cover 25 times at a fraction of the cost—if you understand deductibles, claims, and coordination with your base policy.
How to regain control when you’re caught in a credit card debt trap
Credit card issuance has doubled in five years and dues have surged. Are more Indians slipping into a debt trap—and how can borrowers break free before it spirals?
8th Pay Commission salary calculator scam alert: What it is and dos and don’ts to avoid getting duped
Any news about salary hike and implementation of the 8th Pay Commission naturally grabs the attention of government employees and pensioners, and this is why it is important to check for red flags before you trust anyone.
Claiming HRA on rent paid to parents and relatives will be harder from 1 April
New disclosure mandates and stricter documentation will require taxpayers to prove that rent paid to family members is a genuine transaction rather than a tax-saving tactic.
The thali that never changes
Nearly a century ago, experts were serving up the same buffet of market explanations. Nothing has changed.
Dividend-yield funds have beaten flexi caps over the past decade. Should you invest in them?
Even though these defensive funds typically lag during aggressive bull runs, they have beaten flexi-cap funds, an investor favourite, over the past three, five, and 10 years. Tempted to dive in headlong? Read this first.
PPF, SSY, other small savings schemes are not only about tax saving - Here's what you are missing
Small savings schemes like PPF, SSY, and NSC are relevant even for the taxpayers who have opted for the new tax regime. These schemes are being changed and recast as tools for long-term, tax-resistant, purposeful saving. They are not out of date; their role in Indian household finance is changing.
Account aggregator 2.0: The inflection point India has been waiting for
The Account Aggregator framework, introduced by RBI, enables secure, consent-based sharing of financial data. It allows individuals to control their data while facilitating faster credit decisions and reducing reliance on manual document uploads, thus enhancing the financial ecosystem in India.
What is property tax? From how to calculate to penalty on late payments — all you need to know
Property tax, imposed by municipal authorities on real estate, varies by location and property value. From how to calculate to penalty on late payments — full details here.
What is professional tax and who needs to pay it? Is it part of your CTC? All you need to know
While it is not discussed as widely as income tax, professional tax is crucial for individuals earning incomes from their professions in states where this tax is levied. Here is everything you need to know.