GST 2.0: From stuck tax credit to fewer disputes, industry chambers list key reform demandsGST 2.0 reforms are being advocated by industry chambers to improve input tax credit and streamline compliance processes. Businesses desire...
06 Oct, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
On the right path of easing ease of bizTo strengthen compliance and reduce conflicts, reforming the Goods and Services Tax (GST) administration is essential. The GST Council will...
05 Oct, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
At 14, Warren Buffett paid $7 in taxes. Today, his Berkshire empire pays $26.8 billion as he questions the rich’s tax burdenWarren Buffett’s first tax bill was just $7. He was 14 and earned most of his money delivering newspapers in Washington, D.C. He also had a...
05 Oct, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
Tax credit vs deduction in 2026: How a $20,000 credit could cut a $50,000 tax bill to $30,000IRS tax credit and deduction explained: A tax credit and a tax deduction can both lower your tax burden, but they work differently. Here’s ...
05 Oct, 2026, 08.12 PM IST
GST shake-up: Council may rejig tax officers' panelsThe GST Council is likely to recast its tax officers' committees to make them leaner as the system matures. It is proposed to reduce the cu...
05 Oct, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
SBI FD calculator: What Rs 1 lakh investment in fixed deposit can give you in 1, 3, 5 and 10 years?SBI FD interest rate: Investors frequently look to calculate the maturity amounts for their fixed deposit investments with the State Bank o...
05 Oct, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
FSSAI orders Everest to recall cumin powder after sample found ‘unsafe’FSSAI has ordered Everest Food Products to immediately recall a batch of pre-packed cumin powder after testing found pesticide residues abo...
04 Oct, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Sukanya Samriddhi Account interest rate: Has government changed SSA rate from 8.2% for October-December 2026 quarter?In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Finance reaffirmed the Sukanya Samriddhi Account interest rate at 8.2%. The next evaluation of sm...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
FD rates up to 8.50% for senior citizens on 5-year deposits; Check the list of banksFD interest rate for senior citizents: Senior citizens can take advantage of attractive fixed deposit interest rates from various banking i...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Before you itemize, check this: 2026’s $16,100 standard deduction could beat your write-offsThe IRS has raised the 2026 standard deduction to $16,100 for single taxpayers, with higher amounts for married couples and heads of househ...
02 Oct, 2026, 08.27 PM IST
Government extends RoDTEP export tax refund scheme by three months till December 31The government has extended the RoDTEP scheme until December 31, 2026, to support exporters amid challenges. This extension maintains the e...
02 Oct, 2026, 01.28 PM IST
No artificial ingredients, no refined sugar, no heavy cream: Mumbai chef’s high-protein chocolate mousse recipe gets a thumbs-up from celebrity nutritionistMumbai chef Guntas Sethi has introduced a recipe for a high-protein chocolate mousse that is guilt-free. The mousse is made using ripe bana...
01 Oct, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
PPF interest rate October- December 2026: Has Public Provident Fund interest rate hiked for this quarter?The Ministry of Finance has reviewed interest rates for small savings schemes including the Public Provident. The rates will stay the same ...
01 Oct, 2026, 12.05 PM IST
Bengaluru’s tax gap, not tax rates, is the real resource problem: Krishna Byre GowdaBengaluru plans to map properties outside the tax network and bring them into the system to widen the tax base without raising rates, Great...
30 Sep, 2026, 11.03 PM IST
NRE vs NRO FD TDS rules: Tax rate for NRIs, PAN rules, DTAA benefit and repatriation limitWhen it comes to Non-Resident External (NRE) and Non-Resident Ordinary (NRO) fixed deposits, understanding their distinct tax implications ...
30 Sep, 2026, 10.42 AM IST
Using flour straight from the fridge? Let it warm to room temperature first; cold flour can change how baking powder and yeast work once you start bakingBaking success can be compromised when using cold flour directly from the refrigerator. The lower temperature disrupts the work of leavenin...
26 Sep, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
Not sure your baking powder still works? Drop 1 tsp into 1/3 cup hot water; if it bubbles vigorously, it may still have enough potency for bakingOver time, baking powder can lose its effectiveness due to exposure to moisture, ultimately affecting the rise of your baked goods. To chec...
24 Sep, 2026, 07.10 PM IST