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PwC India report projects AI to unlock USD 550 billion across five sectors by 2035

PwC India’s “AI Edge for Viksit Bharat” report, released at the World Economic Forum, projects AI could add $550 billion to five key sectors by 2035. The report introduces a 3A2I framework for scaling AI, emphasizing access, acceptance, and assimilation,…

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Explainer: What India secured in the India–EU free trade agreement

With the aggrement EU became India’s 22nd FTA partner. “The India-EU trade deal, along with India’s FTA with the UK and the EFTA effectively opens up the entire European market for Indian businesses, exporters and entrepreneurs,” the Union Ministry of…

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India-EU FTA: Tariff on EU-made cars slashed from 110% to 10%, but with a caveat

India and the European Union have finalized a Free Trade Agreement. Tariffs on cars will significantly decrease from 110% to 10% for 250,000 vehicles annually. This agreement marks a significant step in bilateral trade. Total trade between India and the…

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India-EU FTA highlights: 'Mother-of-all deals' eliminates aircraft tariffs, cuts duties on alcohol, food & chemicals

India and the European Union have finalized an 18-year-long Free Trade Agreement, featuring extensive tariff cuts on over 90% of EU goods. This pact aims to double EU exports to India by 2032 and includes €500 million in climate support…

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Adani takes a bigger bet on India’s skies with Embraer pact to build commercial planes

Adani Aerospace & Defence has partnered with Brazil’s Embraer to assemble commercial aircraft in India, a significant step for the ‘Make in India’ initiative. This collaboration aims to position India as a hub for regional jet production, capitalizing on the…

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JSW Infrastructure plans ₹16,500-crore capex for FY27 & FY28

In an analyst call, India’s second-largest port operator also said its operating Ebitda is expected to double by FY28 from FY26 levels as new port and logistics assets become operational.

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Can ESOP buyback payouts be taxed as capital gains? ITAT order offers hope for startup employees
The Bengaluru ITAT has asked tax authorities to reconsider the tax treatment of ESOP buyback payouts by applying the Karnataka High Court's ruling. The order could strengthen the case for taxing payouts from vested but unexercised ESOPs as capital gains instead of salary.
HDFC Bank launches ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ savings accounts; key features
HDFC Bank has introduced ‘Max for Seniors’ and ‘Max for Her’ savings accounts under its Savings Max portfolio. The accounts offer cyber protection, Auto Sweep benefits, insurance cover, health support and lifestyle privileges designed for senior citizens and women customers.
Unified Pension Scheme sees over 1.18 lakh Central government employees opt in; Centre rules out any changes
More than 1.18 lakh Central government employees and eligible retirees have opted for the Unified Pension Scheme. The Centre has told Parliament there is no proposal to review, modify or replace the pension scheme.
8th Pay Commission consultations gather pace: Tracking 8 key pensioner demands of RSCWS on pay, retirement security
8th Pay Commission: The Commission is reviewing eight pensioner demands raised by RSCWS, including higher basic pay, revised HRA, transport allowance and stronger retirement benefits. The RSCWS proposals aim to improve pensions for Indian Railway employees.
Finance Ministry moves to enable MDR on UPI — Here's what scrapping zero MDR provision means for UPI users
The Union Ministry of Finance has made moves to enable merchant discount rates on UPI and proposed scrapping the zero MDR provision. We take a look at what this decision could mean for UPI customers.
REITs vs REIT mutual funds: Structure, taxation rules, returns and suitability for investors compared
REITs and REIT mutual funds offer investors exposure to the real estate sector but differ in structure, taxation, and returns. While REITs focus on rental income from properties, REIT funds combine REIT exposure with real estate equities. 
New Fund Offer: Should you invest in an NFO when a similar mutual fund with a proven track record exists?
If a similar mutual fund with a proven track record already exists in the market, experts say investors should prefer an established scheme unless the NFO offers a genuinely differentiated strategy that complements their portfolio and investment goals.
Value funds: Only two schemes have negative alpha; Quant and DSP lead category in benchmark outperformance
Only two value funds have negative alpha, indicating they lag their benchmark indices, while Quant Value Fund and DSP Value Fund record the highest positive alpha. The contrast in alpha was also reflected in return performance, with the positive-alpha funds delivering better returns. 
Has EPFO wage ceiling been raised to ₹25,000? Here's what report says about the monthly contribution limit
Finance Ministry has approved an increase in EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000 monthly from current ₹15,000, as per a Moneycontrol report. If approved this would expand coverage to more salaried workers.
How to report F&O income in ITR for AY 2026-27: Deadline, turnover, audit rules and key changes in tax forms
F&O trading is treated as non-speculative business income and must be reported under business income in ITR. For AY 2026-27, taxpayers need to disclose F&O turnover and income in dedicated fields in ITR forms. They also need to comply with tax audit and carry-forward rules.