A comprehensive audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India exposes significant procedural delays and miscalculations in the government’s Direct Tax Vivad se Vishwas scheme, risking undermining national revenue goals amid ongoing tax administration weaknesses. The Comptroller and Auditor…
EPFO’s pension calculations now depend on pensionable salary, service duration, and retirement age, with recent changes impacting high earners and early retirees. Monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme is not determined by final pay alone. As InformalNewz explains, EPFO…
State Bank of India’s new Har Ghar Lakhpati plan offers a fixed, low-risk way for savers to accumulate ₹1 lakh or more over 3 to 10 years with modest monthly investments, catering to retail customers aiming for disciplined saving for…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India is evaluating proposals to broaden the SME listing route, potentially allowing companies valued up to ₹5,000 crore to raise capital on smaller exchanges, marking a significant shift in the segment’s landscape. The Securities…
Letters to Indian newspapers warn that recent tax reforms for REITs and ITRs may carry hidden burdens, while concerns rise over the influence of financial content creators on young investors, prompting calls for clearer regulation. Indian letters warn on tax,…
India’s markets regulator, SEBI, has unveiled a plan to broaden the recognised criteria for accredited investors, potentially increasing eligible participants from 100,000 to 400,000 and facilitating greater access to private-market products. India’s markets regulator has proposed a broader route to…
Investors are urged to scrutinise who controls their tokens, the sources of yield, and platform transparency before committing funds to crypto yield products, as market complexities and hidden risks grow. Crypto yield products often look simple on the surface: lock…
The Reserve Bank of India remains cautious as persistent food inflation pushes retail prices higher, complicating policy decisions and impacting household costs amid global uncertainties. India’s central bank is likely to remain cautious after food inflation climbed again, keeping pressure…
The Indian government is exploring a tiered merchant discount rate on high-value UPI payments to address the financial sustainability of the rapidly growing payments network, with small businesses and consumers expected to be protected from fees. India’s government is weighing…
The 7-5-3-1 rule offers a practical framework for long-term wealth creation through SIPs, emphasising patience, diversification, emotional resilience, and incremental contributions. For investors looking for a simple framework rather than a promise of quick riches, the so-called 7-5-3-1 rule for…
With LIC’s official digital tools offering only partial estimates, independent online calculators help policyholders and buyers navigate the nuances of different policies, but they come with limitations, highlighting the importance of official documents for accurate planning. LIC policyholders looking for…
India aims for universal health coverage by 2033, expanding access through regulatory reforms, rural outreach, and market enhancements, with government targeting 25,000 gram panchayats and encouraging foreign investment. Health insurance is now at the centre of India’s social protection push,…
