The Enforcement Directorate has issued a public alert for homebuyers to verify builder credentials and RERA registration amid a Rs 129.80 crore asset attachment linked to alleged misappropriation, signalling a crackdown on real estate scams. The Enforcement Directorate has told…
Punjab has announced a modest cut in the profit rate on its General Provident Fund for government employees, lowering it to 12.05% for the upcoming fiscal year amid wider fiscal tightening measures. Punjab has trimmed the profit rate on its…
India’s ongoing debate over crypto taxation persists as industry and observers push for reforms to reduce transaction friction and retain domestic activity amid unchanged tax policies. India’s debate over crypto taxation has flared again after the Bharatiya Janata Party announced…
Many taxpayers experience delays in receiving income tax refunds, particularly with larger claims, due to enhanced scrutiny by tax authorities and common filing discrepancies, with processing times extending to several months. Many taxpayers are still waiting for income tax refunds…
Foreign companies are increasingly listing in India, signalling a market revival that balances robust domestic investor demand with rising capital outflows and currency challenges amid global economic shifts. Foreign companies are increasingly tapping India’s stock market to raise cash, a…
The Indian rupee declined to a two-week low following the Reserve Bank of India’s premature closure of the FCNR-B swap facility, with traders reacting to reduced near-term support and ongoing dollar purchases by importers. The rupee weakened to a two-week…
India’s push for technological independence now encompasses software layers influencing payments, cloud services, and social media, marking a significant shift in its strategic tech policy amid global recalibrations and domestic resilience efforts. India’s latest debate over technological sovereignty is no…
Fraudsters are using silent calls not only to identify live numbers but also to gather speech data for sophisticated AI-powered voice scams, prompting renewed safety advice for phone users. Phone users are being warned again about so-called silent calls, a…
A new survey reveals that rising mortgage payments are causing significant financial stress for many UK households, with some paying over £1,500 a month, prompting calls for smarter debt management strategies. A new survey from L&C Mortgages suggests mortgage costs…
Central Depository Services (India) Ltd’s Investor Protection Fund partners with Amar Chitra Katha to create a story-led animation film, aiming to make complex investment concepts accessible across different languages and age groups. Central Depository Services (India) Ltd’s Investor Protection Fund…
