The 12% surcharge: who’s affected and who benefits from the new share buyback rules?

The taxation of share buybacks in India has come full circle, reflecting the government’s continuing effort to balance revenue considerations with anti-avoidance safeguards. Before 2013 buybacks were treated akin to…

From taxes, PAN, ATM withdrawals to train tickets: 5 key changes from April 1

As March comes to an end, it’s that time again when a new financial year brings a fresh set of rules. From income tax to train tickets, several changes kick…

Top 5 LIC plans in 2026: Benefits, eligibility criteria, premiums and more

LIC policies offer investors government-backed life cover with savings, offering investors a secure option. They are considered secure on a fundamental level and can be a prudent investment choice for…

Paying on time isn’t enough, credit utilisation matters too: HDB Financial CCO Rohit Patwardhan

It appears like just any other three-digit number. However, there is a lot of data behind it. Your financial history is what determines your credit score. This includes the manner…