8th Pay Commission: Delay may mean arrears worth lakhs—Here’s the math behind the ₹14 lakh claim

The has once again extended the deadline for stakeholders to submit their inputs, this time until June 15. The submission process was originally launched on March 5, 2026, with the…

8th Pay Commission: Proposed fitment factor 3.833 vs 4 — impact on salary hike explained

The 8th Pay Commission has now been in existence for more than seven months since its initial constitution on 3 November 2025 through a formal gazette notification. It is now…

EPFO eases 100% PF withdrawal rules for special cases: Here’s what changed

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation () has announced a series of member-friendly reforms aimed at enhancing convenience and improving the overall experience for EPF subscribers, including 100% withdrawals.However, this provision…

ITR filing 2026: When you’ll receive Form 16 and who will issue it if you switched jobs last year

As the income tax return (ITR) filing season for FY 2025-26 gets underway, salaried taxpayers are eagerly awaiting Form 16 from their employers. This important document serves as proof of…

Banks to be told to step up FCNR (B) deposits

New Delhi: The Centre will nudge to step up deposit mobilisation through the non-resident (bank) or FCNR (B) route after the Friday announced it would bear the full hedging cost…

I asked Gemini for visa-free international destinations for Indian tourists — It suggested 7 budget-friendly trips

Planning your first international trip can feel like a maze of paperwork, flight schedules, and budget math. To cut through the noise, I turned to Gemini to find out which…

Leave encashment tax relief: Eligibility and exemption limits explained

Salaried employees are entitled to a certain number of paid leaves every year, but there may be times when they are unable to utilise all of them. In many companies,…

A delicate balancing act for the RBI in an uncertain world

ITR filing 2026: Don’t forget to report your cryptocurrency gains — Tax rules explained

As investors seek higher returns and diversify their portfolios, cryptocurrencies have emerged as a popular investment option, offering decentralised and border-less transactions. While digital asset can be legally traded, bought…

I asked ChatGPT to help me become debt-free by 2027: AI gives me 3-way strategy

I acted as an individual tangled by multiple loans. I want to be debt-free by the end of 2027. I asked ChatGPT to help me plan this accordingly. My ChatGPT…