Punjab has announced an 8% increase in dearness allowance for eight lakh state government employees and pensioners. CM Mann said his government “understands responsibilities shouldered by its employees and the pressures they face in personal and professional lives”.
Midcap stocks can witness sharp corrections, making volatility a key risk for investors. But avoiding market falls can create another challenge if the subsequent recovery is missed. A 21-year analysis of the Nifty Midcap 150 highlights this trade-off.
ITAT Mumbai cut an NRI’s tax penalty from 200% to 50% after she omitted ₹14.46 lakh in interest income from her ITR. The tribunal held mere omission isn’t automatic misreporting, citing her overseas residence, reliance on an accountant, and voluntary tax payment once notified.
Apple is reportedly all set to launch Apple Pay in India next month with Axis Bank’s credit cards. It is said that the company is also in talks with HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank.
8th Pay Commission DR rules: Know how Dearness Relief is paid to central government pensioners and the key reforms pensioner organisations seek to address their concerns and improve financial security.
Social media creators with certain followings can earn consistent income, but their accounts, content and money are managed differently after death according to platform policies. Here’s what happens in such cases.
Bandhan Small Cap Fund attracted ₹2,187 crore in August, the highest inflow among small-cap schemes, as it reshuffled several existing holdings and added four new stocks. Cyient, P N Gadgil Jewellers and Strides Pharma were among the stocks where holdings increased.
EPFO has launched an official WhatsApp channel for sharing provident fund, pension and scheme-related updates. Here’s how members can follow the channel and which services still require the EPFO portal or UMANG app.
KRAFTON India is bringing Kiaraa, its first original BGMI character created by its in-house art team, with the 4.6 update. The BGMI 4.6 update arrives on September 16, while Kiaraa will become available from October 8, 2026.
The September 30, 2026 deadline for filing tax audit reports for AY 2026-27 is nearing, while several CA and tax professional bodies have asked the government to extend it to October 31. No CBDT extension has been announced yet.
