The National Stock Exchange of India advances with plans for a potentially record-breaking IPO, despite regulatory hold-ups and extensive international investor engagement aimed at securing support for the landmark listing. The National Stock Exchange of India is pushing ahead with…
Equity savings funds, blending shares, arbitrage, and bonds, appeal to cautious investors seeking balanced growth with favourable tax treatment, amidst performance suited for medium-term goals. Equity savings funds sit in a middle ground between pure equity schemes and debt-heavy products,…
The Madras High Court has criticised tax officials for procedural lapses during a GST search on a jewellery firm, emphasising the need for fairness and proper legal protocols in tax assessments and seizures. The Madras High Court has criticised tax…
Post office small savings schemes such as PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, and Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme can now be transferred to banks seamlessly, enhancing convenience for savers and enabling digital access without account closure. Post office small savings account holders…
Deepak Shenoy challenges traditional views on SIPs, emphasising their alignment with monthly earning and spending cycles for better disciplined investing and wealth building. Deepak Shenoy has argued that the real case for systematic investing is less about market timing and…
Mutual fund taxation in India now depends on fund classification, holding period, and purchase date, with recent changes after the 2024 Union Budget significantly impacting short- and long-term gains for investors. Mutual fund tax in India is not a flat…
In 2026, Indian startup investment is becoming more selective, with larger cheques going to those demonstrating traction and a clear path to profit, especially in AI and fintech sectors, marking a shift from growth at any cost. Indian startup funding…
An Indian woman’s detailed monthly budget in Shanghai highlights the soaring expenses of family life in one of China’s priciest cities, sparking debate on affordability for expatriates. An Indian woman living in Shanghai has drawn attention to the steep price…
After a summer of indulgence, experts advise planning ahead and adjusting spending habits to prevent debt and rebuild savings, ensuring a smoother financial start to the year. After a summer of terraces, ice creams, restaurant meals and impulse purchases, the…
India’s biopharma industry is shifting towards biologics and complex medicines, propelled by policy support, startup funding, and a domestic innovation push, as companies focus on localisation, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration. India’s biopharma industry is moving deeper into biologics and…
