Employers with long-standing EPF contribution delays now have a one-time opportunity to resolve disputes at significantly reduced penalties through the EPFO’s Vishwas 2026 scheme, which opens until December 2026 with mandatory online procedures. Employers facing old disputes over delayed provident…
India’s home-loan industry is experiencing a transformation driven by increasing digital adoption and a surge in demand from tier-2 and tier-3 cities, potentially reshaping the future of retail credit. India’s home-loan market is being reshaped by two forces that once…
As living costs rise and interest rates climb, households are turning to disciplined habits such as meal planning, energy efficiency, and loan reviews to stretch their budgets and prevent financial stress. As household budgets continue to feel the strain of…
Shifts in depreciation methods, revenue recognition, and inventory valuation can mislead investors; audit disclosures and notes to accounts are crucial for transparent analysis amid evolving accounting practices in India and globally. Corporate earnings can look stronger than they really are…
India’s Supreme Court has ordered longer mandatory third-party insurance periods for new cars and two-wheelers, aiming to improve crash victim protection and close a persistent compliance gap, with enforcement measures including linking fuel sales to insurance validity. India’s Supreme Court…
Finzly introduces Assure, an AI-powered security and assurance layer embedded within its BankOS platform, aiming to enhance mid-sized banks’ resilience against sophisticated cyberattacks with continuous monitoring, automated threat detection, and compliance support. Finzly has launched Assure, an AI-powered security and…
India’s markets regulator Sebi is planning to revise the derivative contract settlement methodology following recent sharp swings and price mismatches observed during the initial rollout of the closing auction system, aiming to enhance price transparency and stability. India’s markets regulator…
With longer life expectancy and rising inflation, Indian households are recognising the importance of converting retirement savings into reliable income through products like annuities, highlighting a strategic shift in financial planning. Retirement planning in India is increasingly being framed as…
Derbyshire Constabulary issues warning over increasingly sophisticated fake deal adverts on social media, urging shoppers to stay vigilant against scams promising large discounts on everyday goods. Derbyshire Constabulary has warned that social media users are being targeted by scams promoting…
India’s recent GDP data reveals robust 7.8% growth in the April-June quarter, driven by broad-based strength across manufacturing and services sectors, despite geopolitical tensions and external pressures. India’s economy grew 7.8% in real terms in the April-June quarter of FY2026-27,…
