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Gold surge: ETFs rise, SGBs trade at premium, jewellery turns lighter

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Gold surge: ETFs rise, SGBs trade at premium, jewellery turns lighter

Financial gold, in the form of ETFs and SGBs, is drawing in a new generation of investors seeking convenience, transparency, and returns. Yet, traditional gold, which is worn, gifted, and cherished, continues to anchor cultural and emotional value

Why silver ETFs are trading at a premium, what should investors do?

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Why silver ETFs are trading at a premium, what should investors do?

On the NSE, leading ETFs such as SBI Silver, HDFC Silver, and Axis Silver are up 9–13%, trading well above their net asset values

Covered under CGHS scheme. Should you also buy a health insurance policy?

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Covered under CGHS scheme. Should you also buy a health insurance policy?

A health insurance policy offers cashless hospitalisation across thousands of hospitals across the country. This provides flexibility and convenience, especially during emergencies or when specialised care is needed

Silver shines brighter than gold: What’s driving the rally and what lies ahead?

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Silver shines brighter than gold: What’s driving the rally and what lies ahead?

Silver rally has been supported by a fundamental supply shortfall and growing industrial demand. The metal is now entering its fifth consecutive year of deficit, resulting in a tighter market

Gold blows past $4,000. Time to dial down optimism?

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Gold blows past $4,000. Time to dial down optimism?

In each bull market, gold trades at or above its long-term theoretical price. Currently, gold is trading at $3,868, which is over the modelled theoretical price

Gold hits new highs again: What is driving the rally and should you invest now?

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Gold hits new highs again: What is driving the rally and should you invest now?

Gold recorded a fresh record high closer to $4,000 an ounce as the US government shutdown and a political crisis in France injected more uncertainty into financial markets.

TCS layoffs: The big severance, and the bigger tax surprise

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TCS layoffs: The big severance, and the bigger tax surprise

Any payment linked to the termination of employment is deemed income from salary and taxed accordingly

Silver ETFs deliver sparkling returns with top funds gaining over 84 percent in 2025

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Silver ETFs deliver sparkling returns with top funds gaining over 84 percent in 2025

Silver ETFs have delivered outstanding year-to-date (YTD) returns above 83% and one-year returns of over 55%.

As gold shines these top 6 gold ETFs delivered over 66% returns so far in 2025

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As gold shines these top 6 gold ETFs delivered over 66% returns so far in 2025

Nippon India ETF Gold BeES tops the list with an AUM of Rs 23,832 crore, followed by HDFC Gold ETF at Rs 11,379 crore and SBI Gold ETF at Rs 9,506 crore

Dearness Allowance 3% hike: Why families should invest before festival splurging

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Dearness Allowance 3% hike: Why families should invest before festival splurging

With the DA hike putting more money in hand and reduction in GST rates, the temptation to indulge in unplanned shopping and excessive spending is stronger than ever.

Global funds doing well, China, Korea and Brazil are a good bet, says PGIM India CEO Abhishek Tiwari

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Global funds doing well, China, Korea and Brazil are a good bet, says PGIM India CEO Abhishek Tiwari

We are very conscious about whether we have the exact talent required to deliver the experience that you need for a product like SIF, Tiwari tells Moneycontrol

RBI holds rates: Lower your EMI smartly with these steps to ease the home loan burden

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RBI holds rates: Lower your EMI smartly with these steps to ease the home loan burden

Internal balance transfer to a lower interest rate for a home loan is always the easiest path, with less paperwork and without the need for a property revaluation, according to experts.

Silver vs gold: Which will shine brighter for you this festival season?

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Silver vs gold: Which will shine brighter for you this festival season?

In India, investors can gain exposure to silver digitally through exchange-traded funds or Silver ETF funds of funds

World Heart Day: Health insurers now offering cover for pre-existing heart conditions from Day 1

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World Heart Day: Health insurers now offering cover for pre-existing heart conditions from Day 1

Opting for a plan with Day-1 cover might increase monthly premiums but can save thousands in emergency treatment costs

RBI MPC meet today: Will your home loan EMI go down further?

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RBI MPC meet today: Will your home loan EMI go down further?

Since February 2025, RBI has trimmed repo rates by 100 bps from 6.5% to 5.5% after it held rates steady in August .

Income tax refund delayed? Here are possible reasons and checks involved

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Income tax refund delayed? Here are possible reasons and checks involved

The I-T department is allowed up to nine months from the end of the financial year in which the return is filed to process refund

Tax audit due date extended by CBDT to October 31, 2025

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Tax audit due date extended by CBDT to October 31, 2025

The CBDT clarified that the Income-tax e-filing portal has been functioning smoothly without technical glitches, with over 4.02 lakh Tax Audit Reports (TARs) submitted as of September 24, 2025

Delhi HC defers tax audit extension hearing as CBDT reviews Rajasthan, Karnataka orders

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Delhi HC defers tax audit extension hearing as CBDT reviews Rajasthan, Karnataka orders

Sumit Garg, a Chartered Accountant, recently filed a writ petition in the Delhi High Court (dated September 22, 2025) seeking an extension of the tax audit report filing deadline for FY 2024-25.

Tax audit date extension plays out in courts, here is what taxpayers should do

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Tax audit date extension plays out in courts, here is what taxpayers should do

The Rajasthan and Karnataka high courts' decision to extend tax audit reports filing deadline to October 31 is applicable to only these two states. CBDT is yet to speak on the matter

Karnataka HC extends tax audit deadline to October 31; what it means for taxpayers in other states?

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Karnataka HC extends tax audit deadline to October 31; what it means for taxpayers in other states?

This comes after Rajasthan HC passed a similar order. For now, the order will apply to these two states only if a review petition is not filed by CBDT in the Supreme Court, a tax expert said

Rajasthan High Court extends due date for tax audit to October 31: Is similar notification expected across India? Tax expert clarifies

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Rajasthan High Court extends due date for tax audit to October 31: Is similar notification expected across India? Tax expert clarifies

The Rajasthan High Court's Jodhpur Bench has issued an interim order in response to a writ petition filed by the Tax Bar Association Jodhpur. Similar petitions have been filed across the country.

From Gifty City to Private Credit: Why are they on the investment radar of HNIs and ultra-rich?

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From Gifty City to Private Credit: Why are they on the investment radar of HNIs and ultra-rich?

The ultra-wealthy are rewriting the rules of investing in India. They’re moving away from plain-vanilla equities and FDs, embracing high-yield plays like private credit, venturing into AIFs for bold bets, and using GIFT City as a launchpad to the world.

Gold shines bright. Should you buy, hold or sell?

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Gold shines bright. Should you buy, hold or sell?

Wait for the correction before making fresh allocations but do keep gold in your portfolio. As history has shown, when uncertainty rises, gold shines the brightest

Is tax audit required if you incur a loss in F&O trading?

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Is tax audit required if you incur a loss in F&O trading?

Tax audit depends on the turnover from F&O trading. Turnover is a critical factor because tax audit is triggered only when turnover crosses prescribed limits

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