BUSINESS
Bitcoin struggles to retain world's top-10 most valued-assets as prices dip to 4-month low
Data from companiesmarketcap shows that bitcoin has slipped to the 12th spot, with a market value of about $1.524 trillion.
BUSINESS
Silver price today: Surges nearly 5% to Rs 2,80,754/kg; analysts suggest buy on dips, sell on rallies strategy
Analyst advises investors to buy on dips and sell on rallies amid elevated volatility.
BUSINESS
Gold price today: Rebounds nearly 4% close to Rs 1.60 lakh per 10 grams amid renewed safe-haven buying
The breakout reflects renewed safe-haven buying and short covering at lower levels, says analyst.
PERSONAL-FINANCE
Metals shine as gold, silver prices soar on India-US trade deal
Whenever trade tensions ease, safe-haven demand for gold and silver tends to soften because investors shift allocation toward risk assets like equities and growth sectors, says analyst.
BUSINESS
Silver price on February 3 gains nearly 9% at $83.79/oz, as global tensions rise
Despite the pullback, prices remain supported by heightened geopolitical tensions, Trump's tariff threats, a firm dollar, and steady industrial demand.
BUSINESS
Gold price on February 3 gains 4.17 percent at $4,846 amid strong dollar
Market focus now turns to a heavy macro calendar later this week, including the RBI policy decision, U.S. jobs data, and global manufacturing and services PMI releases, says analyst.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 removes TDS on motor accident claim interest. What does it mean for insured taxpayers?
Earlier, insurers deducted TDS on the interest component of MACT-awarded accident compensation paid to insured taxpayers if the interest exceeded Rs 50,000.
BUSINESS
Bitcoin slips below $75,000: Key reasons behind crypto market's correction
Investors should avoid chasing short-term moves, focus on staggered accumulation near key support zones around $74,000 to $76,000, says analyst.
BUSINESS
Silver slides nearly 4% to Rs 2,56,343 on MCX amid strong dollar, profit-booking
Analysts say that Warsh’s hawkish stance and his appointment as Fed chair have lifted the dollar, while Trump’s comments on a potential Iran deal have eased geopolitical worries, pressuring WTI crude.
BUSINESS
Gold prices open 2.27% lower at Rs 144,403 as dollar strengthens
On Comex, the spot price of gold dropped as low as $4,600, but recovered some gains to hover just above $4,691 per ounce as of 3:32 GMT
BUSINESS
No income tax changes in Budget 2026: How presumptive tax apply for consultants under old and new regimes
Under the presumptive taxation rule, while key tax benefits do not apply to the new tax regime, consultants opting for the old regime face higher tax slab rates.
BUSINESS
Planning for retirement? Here’s how EPF, PPF and NPS compare after Budget 2026
The Government of India has announced a series of reforms in recent years to streamline taxation and strengthen long-term retirement security on popular pension schemes.
BUSINESS
No incentives for crypto in Budget 2026: Know when you have to pay tax on trading
The crypto market continues to hope for tax relaxations, deductions on gains, as well as policy clarity.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 makes buying property from NRIs easier: Here’s how
Resident individuals and HUFs can now deduct tax using a simple PAN-based form, which is similar to regular domestic property sales, says analyst.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 imposes penalties for non-reporting of crypto assets under Income Tax Act, 2025
Section 509 of the I-T Act, 2025, levies a penalty on crypto exchanges of Rs 200 per day for failure to furnish the required statement and Rs 50,000 for providing inaccurate information in a statement of transaction of crypto assets.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 keeps customs duty unchanged for gold and silver bullions
The Centre had slashed the customs duty on gold from 15 percent to 6 percent with effect from July 24, 2024.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 cuts TCS on overseas education remittances above Rs 10 lakh from 5% to 2%
TCS on self-funded overseas education remittances, earlier levied at 5 percent on amounts exceeding Rs 10 lakh a year, has now been reduced to 2 percent.
BUSINESS
Silver prices opened 6% lower on February 1 at Rs 2,74,410, easing ahead of the Union Budget 2026
Despite the pullback, silver prices remain supported by heightened geopolitical tensions and steady industrial demand.
BUSINESS
Gold prices opened 6% lower on February 1 at Rs 1,43,205, slipping ahead of Union Budget 2026
Gold prices slipped amid strong dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions.
BUSINESS
Crypto industry flags TDS, 30% tax and regulatory gaps ahead of Budget 2026
Ahead of Budget 2026, the crypto industry seeks a lower TDS, a review of the 30 percent tax on gains, loss set-offs, and clearer regulations to revive domestic participation.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 could reshape insurance taxation as industry seeks wider deductions, parity
With Budget 2026 nearing, insurers seek higher tax deductions, extension of benefits to the new tax regime, and GST input tax credit relief to boost coverage and contain premiums.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 puts India’s commodity markets in focus
The timing is crucial as the market braces for fresh volatility in an already volatile commodity sector.
BUSINESS
Dearness allowance for central government employees likely to rise to 63% as AICPI-IW stays flat
The revision of dearness allowance is due in January 2026 as part of the biannual cycle. With the Da hike to 63, the transport allwance is also set to be raised by the same percentage.
BUSINESS
Budget 2026 wishlist for senior citizens: Higher tax limits, expanded NPS benefits, in-home care
Key demands include higher tax exemptions, expanded NPS deductions, and a comprehensive in-home care scheme for senior citizens.
