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Best investment option : Mutual Funds vs Fixed Deposits

Best investment option : Mutual Funds vs Fixed Deposits – compare returns, risk, tax benefits, and choose the best investment option for your financial goals. Choosing the right investment is very important. However, many investors in India feel confused between…

Can you pay income tax using a credit card? All you need to know about the charges and payment process
Taxpayers can pay income taxes online using credit cards through the e-filing portal. While convenient, they should be aware of potential convenience fees and interest charges if debts aren't cleared on time. Details here. 
EPFO settles 8.3 crore claims in FY26; cheque leaf upload reform benefits 7 crore members, says govt
EPFO settled over 8.3 crore claims in FY26 and scrapped the image‑upload requirement for cheque leaves in online claims. The reform, the Ministry of State for Labour and Employment told the Rajya Sabha in a written reply, has already benefited 7 crore members.
Can police interfere in a civil property dispute? Here's what Allahabad High Court clarified in a recent ruling
The Allahabad High Court ruled that police cannot resolve civil property disputes and should only intervene to maintain public order. The court emphasised that ownership and possession issues must be settled in civil courts.  Allahabad
EPFO cautions members on inoperative accounts: Withdraw EPF savings on time to prevent interest loss
EPFO has reminded members about inoperative EPF accounts and withdrawal timelines. Understanding these rules can help subscribers avoid interest losses, manage retirement savings and ensure their provident fund corpus remains secure after retirement.
Insurance policy tagging will strengthen accountability: IBAI chief
Narendra Bharindwal says mandatory salesperson tagging, perpetual registration and stronger governance norms are expected to reshape insurance distribution and improve customer trust.
Only 6 flexi-cap funds score Sortino ratio above 1: Bank of India leads in downside risk-adjusted performance
Out of 45 flexi-cap schemes, only six recorded a Sortino ratio above 1, indicating stronger downside risk-adjusted performance. A Sortino ratio above 1 means the fund generated higher excess returns for every unit of downside risk faced.
2026 ITR season reveals major reporting gaps among crypto investors: Who can still file tax returns by 31 August?
The 2026 ITR season has exposed major tax reporting gaps among crypto investors, with many mistaking TDS for their final tax liability. Investors who missed the deadline can still file a belated return, report income in Schedule VDA, and claim eligible TDS refunds.
Doing monthly SIP in ELSS fund for last three years? Here's why you can't redeem your entire investment today
Many ELSS investors assume they can redeem their entire investment once the first SIP completes three years. However, each SIP instalment has its own three-year lock-in, resulting in staggered redemptions. The lock-in cannot be bypassed by paying an exit load.
Freelancers need to file ITR by 31 August: Forms, income reporting rules, tax methods and deductions explained
Freelancers must file their ITR by 31 August if they are not required to get their accounts audited. The choice of ITR form, tax method and deductions depends on their income structure. Proper documentation and reconciliation of receipts and foreign income are essential for accurate filing.
How a ₹25,000 step-up SIP can build a ₹10 crore retirement corpus in 25 years
Building a sizeable retirement corpus of ₹10 crore demands a structured investment strategy, consistent contributions and favourable market returns