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GST Council to meet on Sept 3-4, decide on two-slab tax structure

The GST Council is set to convene in Delhi on September 3-4 to deliberate on a simplified two-slab GST structure of 5% and 18%, alongside a 40% levy for sin goods. Discussions will also include exempting life insurance products and…

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A tax cut with unintended impact for India’s EV momentum

A proposed GST recast in India, aiming to boost the small car market by lowering taxes on ICE vehicles, could inadvertently hinder the growth of the electric car sector. With reduced price advantages, EVs, particularly small models, may face increased…

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The Journey to Building a Future-Ready Finance Function at Hindustan Unilever Limited

Ritesh Tiwari, CFO of Hindustan Unilever Limited, explains how finance must evolve from being a custodian of numbers to a driver of business value. Can technology and culture together future-proof the function? And are finance professionals ready to lead transformation?

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Rs 32,000 crore FII selloff in 8 sectors! Time for a U-turn now?

Foreign institutional investors withdrew nearly Rs 32,000 crore from key Indian sectors in early August, driven by U.S. tariff concerns and weak earnings. Financials and IT stocks experienced the largest outflows. However, brokerages believe Prime Minister Modi’s GST reforms could…

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Vodafone Idea shares zoom 11% on reports of AGR relief package from govt

Vodafone Idea shares rose following reports of a potential government relief package. The Prime Minister’s Office will consider measures for the debt-laden telecom. The Department of Telecommunication has proposed options like extending moratoriums and easing repayment terms. Vodafone Idea faces…

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View: India’s betting-app ban will stoke money laundering

India has banned real-money online gaming due to concerns about addiction and fraud. This decision may push users to offshore casinos and crypto. The government risks losing tax revenue and boosting illegal money flows. While some activity may shift to…

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SpaceX falls below IPO price: How much of your money should be in futuristic tech?
Wall Street's tech stocks fell sharply as concerns about AI-driven gains grew. Nasdaq and S&P 500 dropped, with losses in semiconductor stocks and SpaceX leading the charge. 
Radhika Gupta explains IPO funds: What investors should know about this niche mutual fund category
IPO funds are equity mutual fund schemes that invest primarily in recently listed companies. Rather than applying for individual IPOs, investors get a portfolio of newly listed stocks. As Radhika Gupta notes, “Rather than figuring out which IPO to invest in every month, let a fund do it for you!”
SpaceX stock down by 16%: Will your mutual fund investments take a hit?
SpaceX is experiencing a fourth day of stock losses amid a tech sell-off, dropping about 3% to $150. This follows a record $75 billion IPO last week, with investors concerned about AI enthusiasm. SpaceX has lost over $600 billion in value since the decline began.
What are focused funds? Meaning, investment strategy, key factors, benefits and risks
Focused funds are equity mutual fund schemes that invest in a limited number of stocks, allowing fund managers to take concentrated bets. These funds can invest in a maximum of 30 stocks and must allocate at least 80% of their total assets to equity and equity-related instruments.
Sold shares, gold or property? Here's how you can legally claim capital gains tax exemption of up to ₹10 crore
Selling assets like shares, mutual funds, gold, or property triggers capital gains tax. Section 54F of the Income Tax Act offers exemptions if long-term profits are reinvested into residential property. Details here.
How much does raising one child actually cost in Bengaluru, Mumbai or Delhi? I asked ChatGPT to compare expenses
Raising a child varies significantly in cost across Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. I asked ChatGPT to compare expenses across cities.
Nifty IT Index falls 28% in a year: Should investors buy the dip or remain cautious?
Experts suggest that investors with a 3-5 year horizon may consider investing in Nifty IT Index Funds through the SIP approach, while those seeking short-term returns or lower volatility may prefer to stay on the sidelines until there is greater clarity on AI-led growth and technology spending.
Using ChatGPT, Gemini for money advice? Think twice before creating a detailed prompt | What not to reveal
AI chatbots can assist with financial advice but should not replace professional guidance. Their effectiveness depends on user prompts; poor questions may lead to inaccurate responses. 
Is your credit score enough for loan approval? Here’s what lenders check beyond CIBIL
A strong credit score opens doors to better loans, but lenders now assess more than numbers. This article explains key factors behind loan approval, including income stability, repayment behaviour, credit utilisation, and overall financial health.
Spent over ₹2 lakh on foreign travel? You may have to file ITR even with no taxable income
According to Mrinal Mehta, Joint Secretary at the Bombay Chartered Accountants' Society (BCAS), the Income Tax Department tracks spending patterns and high-value transactions, making return filing mandatory in several situations even when taxable income is low or nil.