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The Finance Ministry has stated that no timeline can be given for the introduction of comprehensive regulatory guidelines for Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) in India. Responding to written questions from parliamentarians Appalanaidu Kalisett and Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu asked in the Rajya Sabha about the details of the timeline anticipated for the introduction of regulatory

Fixed deposits (FDs) have always been a preferred investment choice for senior citizens as they help them earn assured returns without affecting their investments owing to market fluctuations. Senior citizens also opt for FDs because they usually get higher interest rates than people below 60 years of age. Higher interest rates up to 0.50 per

The union finance ministry has issued clarifications, saying it has no plans to reintroduce currency notes of denomination of more than Rs 500. This statement was made in response to a question raised in the Rajya Sabha regarding the reintroduction of such notes. Responding to the question asked by MP Ghanshyam Tiwari about whether the

Driven by robust connectivity, competitive and economical property prices, proximity to key business hubs, and easy access to essential social infrastructure, the annual housing stock in the vicinity of Navi Mumbai’s Airoli is expected to cross 1.85 lakh units by 2030, according to a report by Liases Foras. The report says that, major infrastructure projects

Pursuing higher education abroad can be expensive. Thus, students facing financial challenges may find educational loans to be a viable solution. However, it is crucial to be aware of common issues and take appropriate precautions so that they do not end up falling into a debt trap. Protecting those aspiring to study overseas from financial

One Rank One Pension: The Centre has revised the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme for the third time and ensured payment of arrears to beneficiaries, as confirmed by the Ministry of Defence in response to questions posed in the Lok Sabha by parliamentarian Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy on December 6, 2024. OROP: All demands

The central government has clarified its stance on the possibility of introducing a flexible retirement age for its employees. This clarification came in response to a written query raised by Member of Parliament Tejveer Singh in the Rajya Sabha. Singh sought information on whether the government is planning an early retirement scheme for central government

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has yet again extended the deadline for employers to process and upload wage details of applicant members under the higher EPS Pension Scheme by January 31, 2025. In spite of so many extensions, it has been observed that more than 3.1 lakh applications for validation of options or joint