The new Income Tax (I-T) Act is set to come into effect tomorrow, on 1 April 2026, with the new financial year 2026-27 and is likely to impact salaried employees,…
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Centre notifies income tax return forms for AY27: Here’s all you need to know
The Centre has notified all income tax return (ITR) forms for the assessment year (AY) 2026-27, according to a PTI report. This allows businesses, individuals, and other entities to start…
How do I secure my business recipe and brand for the next generation?
I am a 70-year-old business owner engaged in the manufacture and sale of soft drinks, which have gained considerable popularity among consumers. In light of my advancing age, I wish…
Old tax regime vs new tax regime: Do I-T Act changes in April have an impact? Check which is better for you
Old tax regime vs new tax regime: The new financial year FY26-27 is set to begin from 1 April (tomorrow), and there may be some confusion over whether changes to…
Your gold jewellery in bank lockers may not be fully insured. Here’s how you can truly secure it
Be it for cultural reasons, or savings for the future (marriage, children’s education, etc.) or as an investment, Indian households hold a significant amount of gold as an asset. In…
Thinking of foreclosing your loan? Here’s what it does to your credit score
Got some extra cash and thinking of closing your loan early? It sounds like a smart move, with no more EMIs, no more waiting. But there’s always one doubt, i.e.,…
US Social Security Payments April 2026 schedule: Key dates for beneficiaries, eligibility criteria
Every month, over 75 million rely on payments from the Social Security Administration, which serves as their financial backbone, making the April 2026 payment schedule one of the most closely…
Confused about EPF? 5 common myths on interest, pension and retirement age decoded
The Employee’s Provident Fund (EPF) is a key investment pillar that helps in effective retirement planning for salaried individuals in the country. Still, immense confusion persists around rules and regulations,…
Money rule changes from 1 April: From 2FA for digital payments to revised ATM charges, top 5 updates you should know
A number of key financial and banking rule changes will come into force from 1 April 2026, marking the beginning of the financial year 2026-27 (FY27), while a few will…
Floating vs fixed home loans in 2026: What works better in a volatile market?
In every interest rate cycle, there comes a phase when the debate shifts from whether to borrow to how to borrow. 2026 represents precisely that moment. Following calibrated easing in…