RBI MPC Meeting 2026: West Asia war shock is a concern, but India can ride it out 'with minimum pain', says Sanjay Malhotra2026 RBI MPC Meeting: The Reserve Bank of India acknowledges global economic challenges from the West Asia conflict. Rising energy prices a...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.37 AM IST
NPS growth, performance, market-linked annuities; Sriram Iyer, CEO of HDFC Pension, talks about India’s changing retirement landscapeIndia's retirement planning is evolving with rising private sector NPS participation and evolving annuity products. While government contri...
25 May, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
India’s 'China-plus-one' push needs tax ease and fast-track FTAs with developed nations: Arvind VirmaniIndia must reform its tax system and streamline clearances to attract global investments moving away from China. Economist Arvind Virmani e...
17 May, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
Don't put InvITs, REITs on the MATIn India, the backbone of infrastructure funding is built on listed business trusts. However, recent tax reforms have introduced uncertaint...
08 May, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
Can NRIs use Indian mobile numbers abroad for banking? OTP delays, SIM deactivation and account access issues, know what to doNRIs managing finances abroad often face OTP issues with their Indian mobile numbers. While banks are increasingly supporting international...
08 May, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Flying via Dubai? New ticket refund rules for delays and other consumer rights you must knowNew consumer rights rules for air travel in Dubai took effect on April 28, 2026, empowering passengers with clearer information on ticket p...
04 May, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
AIF returns explained: Why high alpha may exist on paper, not in cash returned to investorsAlternative Investment Funds have delivered an average alpha of 9% over the Sensex, but most of that exists only in valuations, not in cash...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
GIFT City vs Dubai vs Singapore: What you need to know while choosing your investment hubIndian wealth is increasingly seeking global anchors, with GIFT City, Dubai's DIFC and Singapore emerging as key contenders. Each hub offer...
26 Apr, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
In war, anything can happen; in investing, only management matters. 6 stocks from different sectors with upside potential of up to 27%Net margin is a useful metric. It tells you how much profit remains after costs, interest, and tax are deducted from revenue. But it does n...
26 Apr, 2026, 06.12 AM IST
For a few billion dollars, Pakistan has landed in dire straitsPakistan is facing big economic stress after the UAE has demanded repayment of a multibillion-dollar deposit. This has strained the country...
15 Apr, 2026, 12.03 AM IST
Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s: Are hidden risks, early withdrawal penalties, and retirement savings gaps hurting your future wealth?Fidelity, AARP warn Americans on 401(k)s as new data highlights serious retirement savings risks. The average Social Security benefit is on...
14 Apr, 2026, 02.32 AM IST
NFO Alert : Groww Mutual Fund launches arbitrage fundGroww Mutual Fund has announced the launch of the Groww Arbitrage Fund, an open-ended scheme investing in arbitrage opportunities. The sche...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
Tackling the MAT menace head-onMAT (minimum alternate tax) provisions were introduced in India around 17 years ago. Section 115JB of the Income Tax Act levies an alternat...
07 Apr, 2015, 03.22 AM IST
Budget 2015: CII seeks cut in Minimum Alternate Tax to 10%CII today sought a reduction in Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) on special economic zones at 10 per cent in the upcoming Budget to boost invest...
05 Feb, 2015, 07.28 PM IST
- Withdraw Minimum Alternative Tax on SEZs: Assocham
The government should consider withdrawal of Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) on the tax free zones to give a boost to the sector and exports,...
01 Feb, 2013, 07.38 PM IST
- Companies will get to use real value for tax purpose in IFRS too
The fair value accounting of assets and liabilities under the International Financial Reporting Standards, or IFRS, will give rise to notio...
13 Dec, 2010, 02.23 AM IST
- 'Indian taxation to attain global standards'
The decision to hike Minimum Alternate Tax rate to 20% from 18% now is being seen as a retrograde step from the taxation system point of vi...
27 Aug, 2010, 11.14 AM IST