Like previous years, Indian railways is running hundreds of special trains from different parts of the country to handle the huge rush of passengers on Diwali and Chhath Puja. Passengers booking e-tickets get an option to choose a travel insurance for just 45 paise. All train classes are uniformly covered by this affordable insurance, which
Innov8, a prominent co-working startup in India, has revealed its intention to double the number of its co-working centers nationwide by the year 2025. Presently, the company operates more than 45 centers, accommodating around 17,000 seats across ten major cities, which include Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. The
PM Vishwakarma Yojana is a scheme run by the Government of India to provide holistic and end-to-end support to artisans and other craftsmen by offering them collateral-free credit and skill training. Under the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, the Centre provides loans to craftsmen at low interest rates without any guarantee. Besides, these artisans also get support
The National Pension System (NPS) is a government-backed initiative designed for conservative investors aiming to accumulate a retirement fund. This program permits a maximum tax deduction of Rs 2 lakh, which includes Rs1.5 lakh under Section 80CCD (1) and an extra Rs.50,000 under Section 80CCD (1B). This is no secret that the earlier you begin
Life Insurance Calculator: Life insurance serves as a financial safety net for your loved ones in the unfortunate event of the key earning member’s demise. It ensures that your family can uphold their quality of life, settle outstanding debts, and cover future costs such as education and marriage for children. Furthermore, life insurance may offer
If you are an SBI Card user, there’s an important update for you! The company has made several changes to its rules regarding payments for utility bills such as electricity, gas and water. SBI Card has announced these significant changes for its credit card users, effective November 1, 2024. New SBI Card rules SBI has
The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has released a new guide for pensioners on submitting their annual Life Certificate in 2024. This guide aims to simplify the process, making it easier for pensioners to ensure they continue receiving their pensions without delays. Below are the options available for submitting the Life Certificate, either
In a significant move to recognise importance of daughters in government pension schemes, the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has issued a directive stating that the names of daughters must be retained in family records after the retirement of government servants, regardless of their eligibility for family pensions. The memorandum clarifies that a
ITR Filing for Assessment Year 2025-26: Income tax return (ITR) filing season is here. Like every year, all taxpayers, including salaried individuals, will be able to file their tax returns using one of the seven ITR forms currently available. Currently, there are 7 ITR forms available for taxpayers on the department’s e-filing portal and assessees
After US President Donald Trump announced a 26 per cent reciprocal tariff on Indian imports, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Thursday said that they are examining implications of measures/announcements made by the US President. The commerce department has also started consultations with the domestic industry and exporters to gauge the impact of the
US President Donald Trump’s imposition of a blanket 26 per cent tariff on imports from India has sent ripples across various industries. While the decision is expected to disrupt several key sectors in India, some might find advantages. India’s primary exports to the US include pharmaceuticals, telecom equipment, gemstones, petroleum products, gold jewellery, and ready-made
A careful study of the Tariff fact sheet issued by US White House indicates that “some goods will not be subject to the Reciprocal Tariff.” However, most market observers believe that though there could be some temporary relief, one needs to look at the exemptions carefully. There are chances that they might be clubbed separately
The brokerage firm Motilal Oswal has maintained a Buy rating on Hindalco, setting a target price of Rs 770, implying an upside of 16% from the current market price of Rs 664 per share. The firm remains optimistic about Hindalco’s future, citing expansion plans, strong demand, and improving margins as the key catalysts for growth.
