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Income Tax Rules 1962 vs Draft 2026: How the new framework could boost your salaried take-home pay
A Rs 30 lakh salaried employee could save over Rs 1.33 lakh annually, increasing monthly take-home by more than Rs 11,000 under the Draft Income-tax Rules 2026
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Dining out? Check if you’re paying service charge over and above GST
The automatic addition of service charges on bills has been held to constitute an unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019
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No calls after 7 pm: New RBI norms offer shield against harassment by recovery agent
The proposed norms stress on as fair treatment to borrowers during the recovery process, spells out conduct of lender’s employees and recovery agents and due diligence
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Model demands Rs 2 crore compensation from 5-star hotel over faulty haircut: SC trims it to Rs 25 lakh
The damages cannot be awarded merely on presumptions or whims and fancies of the complainant, the Supreme Court said
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Why you should not withdraw EPF money after leaving your job?
Withdrawing your EPF balance during a job change should be an exception in rare circumstances, not your default decision
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Can a legal heir claim an FD without being named as a nominee? Here's a guide
You can add up to four nominees to a bank account and set each person's share so the total adds up to 100%
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Key PAN rule changes in draft Income Tax Rules that may affect your daily transactions
The draft Income-tax Rules, 2026 propose raising the PAN-quoting limits several transactions including cash deposits, purchase of motor vehicles and property and payments to hotels
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Gold loss insurance claim denied, man wins Rs 43 lakh after 12-year battle
Policyholders must prioritise full disclosure and rigorous documentation at the start to prevent insurers from using technical excuses to deny a claim
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Looking to book an FD? Here are the best rates being offered by banks
With the RBI holding the repo rate at 5.25%, this is a good time to lock in fixed deposits
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Inoperative EPF account: When does it stop earning interest and how to revive it?
If a member turns 58 and doesn’t withdraw the EPF balance, interest is paid for up to three years from eligibility. After this period, the EPF account is marked inoperative
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New ITR-1, 2 forms for FY26 expected soon; here's what taxpayers can expect
Experts expect fewer irrelevant disclosures, better system stability and smoother reconciliation with AIS in FY26 returns
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Gift deed to relatives can be cancelled if senior citizen is neglected: Chhattisgarh HC
Under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, a senior citizen can approach the Maintenance Tribunal to cancel a gift deed if the recipient fails to provide basic care and amenities
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Why a Muslim can Will away only 1/3 of their property: Know what recent Chhattisgarh HC ruling says
The High Court struck down a nephew’s claim, reiterating the one-third bequest rule under Muslim law
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Child denied boarding over immigration rules confusion, airline held guilty of deficiency in service; traveller awarded compensation
Consumer commission awards refund and compensation after child was wrongly denied boarding
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PM Kisan 22nd instalment update: Know expected payment date and key steps to ensure smooth credit of Rs 2,000
Under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme, eligible farmer families receive Rs 6,000 per year, paid in three equal instalments of Rs 2,000 each
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Income Tax Rules 2026: Key forms renumbered as New Tax Act gets implemented from April 2026
Tax professionals face a major transition as legacy forms give way to new numbering
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REITs and InvITs: Who should invest and why these assets are gaining ground
Strong returns, steady cash flows and diversification benefits are making REITs and InvITs attractive alternatives to traditional equity and debt investments
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RBI proposes Kisan Credit Card revamp: Key changes explained
New framework aims to simplify operations, expand coverage and align farm credit with emerging needs
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RBI MPC keeps repo rate unchanged: What it means for your fixed deposit
With FD rates likely to remain flat, investors may need to explore other fixed-income opt
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RBI MPC leaves repo rate unchanged: What it means for home loan borrowers
RBI repo rate impact on home loan interest rate: Most home loans in India have floating interest rates. With no change in the repo rate, your EMIs are unlikely to rise for now.
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Buying a home? Know why mandatory RERA insurance matters
Section 16 of the RERA Act mandates project and title insurance but recent tribunal cases show buyers often discover the lapse only after accidents, repairs or legal disputes arise
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Home loan overdraft facility: Here's how you can save interest without locking away surplus cash
Depositing surplus funds in an overdraft-linked account reduces the loan balance and helps save interest over time
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Forgot to disclose foreign income? You have 6-month window to avoid black money act penalties
The six-month FAST-DS 2026 window is meant for Indian residents who failed to disclose foreign income or assets in earlier ITRs and wish to regularise their position before enforcement begins
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Why Indian investors are increasingly buying property in Dubai
Dubai continues to draw Indian real estate investors on the back of its robust and diversified economy, tax-free investments, attractive rental yields, world-class infrastructure further add to its appeal
