Consumer goods companies have told tax officials that they cannot reduce the prices of popular low-cost products like Rs 5 biscuits, Rs 10 soaps, or Rs 20 toothpaste packs, even…
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Gen-Z vs millennial: Who is better at saving money?
Every generation gets a stereotype. Boomers are called traditional, Millennials are seen as cautious planners, and Gen Z? They’re painted as the loud, brash spenders who splurge on gadgets, sneakers,…
PF in limbo: Why so many employees struggle to access their savings
“Chhoti chhoti bachatein, badi badi khushiyaan” (small savings, big happiness), this old tagline has long been associated with savings schemes like the Provident Fund (PF). For decades, it has symbolised…
GST Rationalization: What Will Be The Impact On Gold? CBIC Chairman Responds
New Delhi: As India prepares to usher in the GST 2.0 era from September 22, Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) Chairman Sanjay Kumar Agarwal spoke to IANS…
Denied in crisis: Inside a family’s year-long battle to claim health insurance
When Vipin Vishnu Ajayan’s father suffered severe chest discomfort in April 2024, the family expected their comprehensive health policy to cover the treatment. The plan, bought just months earlier, promised…
ITR Filing Deadline 2025 Live Updates: Just 4 Days To Go; Should You Wait For An Extension?
New Delhi: Income Tax Returns Deadline: The September 15 deadline for submitting ITR is just 4 days away and there is uncertainty if there will be an extension. There has…
ITR Deadline Extension: Experts Warn Honest Taxpayers At Risk Due To Govt Delays
New Delhi: With the September 15 income tax filing deadline just days away, chartered accountants and business groups warn that middle-class taxpayers may face a compliance crunch caused not by…
From 20s to retirement: How bonds strengthen your finances
For many investors, bonds may not seem as exciting as stocks or mutual funds. They don’t make headlines for overnight gains, but they quietly hold their ground as one of…
Is your credit score falling? Here’s how to fix it
A sudden dip in your credit score can be worrying, especially if you have always considered yourself financially disciplined. , and they only realise the impact when applying for a…
Why affordable housing demand is slowing down in India
Affordable housing was once seen as the answer to India’s urban housing challenge. For millions of families, it represented the hope of owning a home within reach of their budgets.…