Combined cash market turnover across the NSE and BSE rose in April, while derivatives activity declined marginally as easing US-Iran tensions reduced hedging and short-term bets
Sharp rise in commercial LPG cylinder rates continues for third month, while domestic cooking gas prices remain unchanged despite global energy cost pressures
The Centre could bring digital gold into the regulatory scope, thus moving it out of a grey area. The move is expected to deepen market participation and bring institutional investment into the segment along with greater investor protection, transparency, and accountability
Across insurers, there has been a steady increase in the number of people opting for a Rs 1 core health insurance policy. However, a Rs 1 crore cover is not a one-size-fits-all solution. What works for one household may not make sense for another. Income levels, the number of dependents, any existing policies, and whether one is already covered through an employer all come into play
The EPFO may hike the minimum pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to Rs 7,500. Employee associations have been demanding a hike for a long time. The existing minimum pension of Rs 1,000 was fixed in 2014
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Gold prices gained briefly in previous session as Iran’s fresh proposal to end war eased oil prices and reduced inflation concerns
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For depositors, there is no real shift in how TDS on bank interest will be applied. The threshold-based system continues, and banks will deduct tax only when interest exceeds the prescribed limits
Across insurers, there has been a steady increase in the number of people opting for a Rs 1 core health insurance policy. However, a Rs 1 crore cover is not a one-size-fits-all solution. What works for one household may not make sense for another. Income levels, the number of dependents, any existing policies, and whether one is already covered through an employer all come into play
Salaried taxpayers with an annual salary of more than Rs 1.50 lakh should ask their employers for Form 12BA by April 30 to avoid any incorrect reporting of perquisites and possibility of a mismatch while filing ITR
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The EPFO may hike the minimum pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to Rs 7,500. Employee associations have been demanding a hike for a long time. The existing minimum pension of Rs 1,000 was fixed in 2014
