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In the last five years, India has sealed seven significant trade pacts as part of its effort to expand its global economic footprint. (AI image) India announced concluding a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand on Monday paving the way for duty-free entry of Indian goods into New Zealand and a planned inflow of…
Understanding the tax treatment of financial products is critical for investors looking to optimise post-tax returns, and mutual funds are no exception. While there is no tax liability at the time of investing in or holding mutual fund units, tax comes into play when an investor sells, switches between schemes or redeems units. The tax…
Your job is not to constantly fiddle with the portfolio, but to give your chosen businesses enough time and space to prove themselves. (AI image) The biggest rewards in equities come to those who endure the dull years and survive the scary ones.One of the most common questions we get is, “How long should I…
A traffic policeman wears a mask as a layer of smog engulfs the city after air quality deteriorated across Delhi-NCR, in Gurugram. (PTI Photo) The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Gurugram has announced revised office timings and work from home measures in view of deteriorating air quality in the Delhi-NCR region. The Commission for Air Quality Management…
Gas that suddenly shows up as shoulder pain can feel confusing and even a little scary, especially when it hits after a meal or a procedure. Head and neck specialist Dr Joe Damiani explains that this strange connection has a clear anatomical basis involving the diaphragm, the phrenic nerve, and the cervical spine. Understanding that—link…
Taxpayers opting for the old tax regime can continue to claim deductions on donations made to eligible charitable organisations under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. To clarify how such claims will be assessed and verified, the Income Tax Department issued an extensive set of FAQs on December 19, 2025, outlining both substantive…
Does one side of your face seem a little different, say, slightly fuller or sharper? You may not realise it, but an everyday habit could be the reason why. The asymmetry which is often brushed off could be the cause of your chewing habits. Over months and years, this imbalance can leave visible clues along…
US-listed shares of Infosys shot up as much as 40% within minutes of the market opening on Friday, briefly adding tens of billions of dollars to the Indian IT major’s market value. The sudden surge pushed the American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) to a 52-week high of $30 and forced the New York Stock Exchange to…
The Union government has cleared a Rs 887-crore plan to develop a world-class marina in Mumbai Harbour, a move aimed at boosting coastal shipping, maritime tourism and waterfront development in India’s financial capital. The project, called the ‘Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina’, has been approved by the ministry of ports, shipping and waterways and is aligned…
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has provided for extensive rights and protections of air travelers. It gives clear guidelines on flight delays, cancellations, baggage, ticket management among other things.These provisions become significant to understand to ensure consumer rights especially after the recent flight disruption crisis. Here’s a glimpse at certain key provisions to ensure passenger…
