In the era of hustlers, what can young entrepreneurs or freelancers do on this Independence Day to curate their personal brand, and eventually secure financial freedom by banking upon their talent
2 min read15 Aug 2024Mutual funds: These five flexi-cap schemes have delivered a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) return of more than 20 per cent in the past five years
2 min read8 Feb 2025The deadline is meant for employees who are entitled to claim the benefits of Employee Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme. The scheme benefits are meant to be disbursed through direct benefit transfer (DBT) to the bank account so long as it is linked to aadhaar.
1 min read8 Feb 2025Today’s RBI rate cut is seen as the start of a rate-cut cycle that could lead to a gradual decline in the interest rates banks charge on loans.
2 min read7 Feb 2025Compliance with laws is the baseline indicator of responsible governance. Sebi’s changes focus both on external assurance exercises on compliance as well as robust in-house compliance.
3 min read7 Feb 2025If you have seen the latest tax rates, you must have noticed that there is 5 percent tax on income between ₹4 to 8 lakh and 10 percent tax on the income between ₹8 to 12 lakh. When there is no tax for income up to ₹12 lakh, why do these slabs suggest otherwise? We explain the reason here
2 min read7 Feb 2025Credit card: BOBCARD has rolled out a number of offers commemorating Valentine’s Day wherein shoppers can enjoy discounts and special deals across various categories, including fashion, travel, fine dining, and entertainment.
3 min read7 Feb 2025The new tax regime simplifies income tax, but with fewer deductions in play, taxpayers must make the most of the available benefits. From housing loans to retirement exemptions, here’s what’s on offer.
1 min read6 Feb 2025The regulatory framework needs to adapt to the diversity of investment strategies offered by AIFs
3 min read6 Feb 2025Selling land? Location is everything. A few kilometres could push your property into taxable territory, making the difference between a full exemption and a significant tax bill.
3 min read6 Feb 2025The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared
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