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Budget 2026 wishlist: TDS cut, tax relief and clarity for crypto assets
Key proposals for the Union Budget 2026 include a reduction in TDS on crypto transactions, a review of the 30 percent flat capital gains tax on VDAs, allowing loss set-off against crypto gains, and regulatory clarity for VDAs.
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Silver hits record high on geopolitical tensions and Fed rate-cut hopes; check prices in your city
Another advance toward fresh record highs is likely if international tensions rise, says analyst.
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Gold price rises 3.75% per ounce in a week, nears all-time peak; check prices in your city
Risk sentiment continues to favour higher allocation toward gold amid renewed geopolitical tensions, says analayst.
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GST exemption boosts life insurance sales 21% in Oct-Nov 2025, margins face ITC hit
Insurance analysts reason that individual life and health insurance premiums are exempt from paying GST, so insurers cannot claim any ITC on policy premiums, since no GST was paid.
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Bitcoin briefly rises above $94,000 for the first time in four months
The overall market’s tone remains constructive, with institutional activity, regulatory progress, and a broader risk-on environment positioning crypto assets for potential continuation gains through mid-January, says analyst.
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Silver futures open strong above Rs 250,801 amid geopolitical tension; check rates in your city
The silver's ascent has been structurally supported by governmental measures at both ends of the global supply chain, says analyst.
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Gold price today: Spot price rises 2.42% in a week to $4,451; check prices in your city
Analysts say that increased geopolitical tensions across many global flashpoints have bolstered gold status as preferred safe-haven investments.
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Gold, silver jewellery demand weakens sharply in December 2025
Elevated prices are keeping casual buyers away, concerned about overpaying, whereas buying in dips offer opportunities for investors seeking safe havens.
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Bitcoin tops $93,000 briefly as markets absorb US strike on Venezuela
Looking ahead, inflation trends, monetary policy direction, and geopolitical risk are expected to remain core drivers of crypto pricing through 2026, says analyst.
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Silver futures jump 4.18% on MCX to Rs 2,46,198/kg amid US-Venezuela tensions
The US attack against Venezuela has further fueled the prices of an already favourable environment for white metal, buoyed by industrial demand and expectations of further rate cuts by the US later this month.
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Gold prices today: Spot rates jump 1.4% as geopolitical tensions rise after US strike on Venezuela
Analysts expect precious metal prices to rise in the wake of the large-scale US military action against Venezuela on Saturday, as heightened geopolitical uncertainty boosts demand for safe-haven assets.
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PFRDA revises investment management fees for NPS subscribers
The IMF is an annual fee levied by the pension funds for managing subscriber investments in NPS. The revised rate will be effective from April 1, 2026.
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Gold prices today: Spot price declines 3.68% per ounce in a week; Check gold prices in your city
Analysts predict gold prices to consolidate in the range of $4,320 (Rs 1,34,000) and $4420 (Rs 1,37,000) after this sharp rally and sell-off this week.
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Centre releases Q1 2026 Treasury Bills auction calendar: Here’s how to buy T-Bills
The RBI, on behalf of the Government of India, issues Treasury Bills (T-bills) as a measure to finance immediate funding requirements for a defined period and pays assured or predictable returns on the borrowed amount.
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Silver prices today: Spot price dips 8.35% in a week; check rates in your city
Silver rates across India’s major cities showed remarkable uniformity, with only marginal differences due to local taxes, jeweller margins, and logistics costs
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Bitcoin closing in on $89,000 level toward year-end
The crypto industry indicates a balanced sentiment globally with some restrictive factors in a few parts of the world being overshadowed by optimism around new economic developments, says an analyst.
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Silver prices today: White metal futures plunge 6% to Rs 2,35,952 per kg - check prices in your city
The Augmont Bullion report predicts silver prices to consolidate between $70 (Rs 2,23,000) and $75 (Rs 2,37,000), after the sharp sell-off.
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Why gold may remain a reliable wealth builder in 2026: 5 trends to watch
In 2026, gold prices are expected to range between $3,900 and $5,000 per ounce, though heightened financial or geopolitical stress could push prices higher, says precious metal analyst.
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Housing loans spike 12% YoY fuelled by RBI rate cut cheer by 125 bps in 2025
The data by Paisabazaar cited stable salaried income, dual-income households, and improved access to credit as reasons for the growth.
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Why is bitcoin down? Prices slip 3.7% from $90,000 levels amid thin year-end liquidity
Analysts predict that immediate support for bitcoin lies around $87,000–$87,300. In the short term, BTC is likely to trade range-bound between $87K and $89K.
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Gold price today: Spot price declines 2.87% in a week at $4,360 per ounce; check prices in your city
Gold's recent decline in price is mainly attributed to profit-taking ahead of the new year.
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Silver prices today: Spot price at $73 per ounce after losing $12 on profit-taking; check prices in your city
Silver prices witnessed a dramatic pullback on December 29, as profit-taking hit the momentum.
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Silver races ahead of gold: 7 trends investors should watch in 2026
Silver is currently one of the third-most valued assets in the world. What should investors watch out for in 2026? These trends can help you plan for your investing goals in the white metal.
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8th Pay Commission: Will DA continue to rise without a reset?
Dearness allowance will be merged with the basic pay only after the implementation of the fitment factor by the 8th CPC, as this has been the standard practice across previous pay commissions.
