NCPI's new avatar faces EC test; must inform, attest all changesTrinamool Congress rebels have reportedly merged with the Nationalist Citizen Party of India. This obscure party, registered in West Bengal...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
The accounting trick used by companies to make a weak balance sheet look strongIn one recent case, a large investment sat comfortably under equity until the auditor read the shareholders' agreement, found a buyback cla...
12 Jun, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
Paying rent above Rs 50,000? Failure to deduct TDS can make you an assessee in default; know what to doTenants paying over Rs 50,000 monthly rent must deduct TDS. This applies to individuals and HUFs not requiring tax audits. The TDS rate is ...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.29 PM IST
Going Dutch can mean bill-splitting turning into a full-blown hair-splitting affairDining out with friends can bring unexpected financial and social challenges. From over-ordering to excessive drinking, the bill often beco...
06 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
Waiting for Form 16? Here’s when employers may issue it for AY 2026-27 ITR filingSalaried employees await Form 16 for Assessment Year 2026-2027. Employers must issue this crucial tax document by June 15, 2026. This form ...
04 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
Why should these taxpayers avoid filing ITR before June 15th for AY 2026-2027Taxpayers are advised to delay filing their Income Tax Returns for AY 2026-2027 until after June 15th. This allows for the accurate updatio...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.17 AM IST
Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund put on hold after fierce opposition from CongressPresident Trump's proposed $1.8 billion fund for alleged government "weaponization" victims has been halted. Republican lawmakers in Congre...
02 Jun, 2026, 06.17 AM IST
ITR-2 online filing and excel utility for A.Y. 2026–27 are now enabled on the e-Filing ITR portalIndividuals and HUFs without business income but with complex income sources like salary, multiple house properties, or capital gains can f...
27 May, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Corporate Majdoor Janta Party: Gurgaon professional’s satirical manifesto goes viral, CBI audit of CTC vs in-hand salary among promisesA former Amazon employee has created a satirical political party called the Corporate Majdoor Janta Party. The party's manifesto humorously...
26 May, 2026, 08.08 PM IST
Deloitte India aims to become country's biggest professional services firm by 2028Deloitte India is on track to claim the title of the nation's premier professional services provider by 2028, fueled by an expansion strate...
18 May, 2026, 01.14 AM IST
Centre appoints two joint secretaries, joint directors in National Testing AgencyThe government has appointed new joint secretaries and joint directors to the National Testing Agency. This comes as the NTA faces scrutiny...
16 May, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
Profit on paper, loss in reality: How a routine accounting tool is used to deceive and take investors for a rideAmortisation is a number most investors skip, but it can shape reported profit. On the surface, it looks routine: A company spreads the cos...
15 May, 2026, 06.58 PM IST
Who can file ITR-1 this year? Common mistakes to avoid while filing ITR-1 for AY 2026-27 on or before July 31, 2026Individuals eligible for ITR-1 filing for AY 2026-27 must file by July 31, 2026. This form is for resident individuals with income up to ₹5...
15 May, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
Statistics ministry pushes GDP data release to June to improve accuracyThe Statistics and Programme Implementation Ministry has changed when it releases GDP data. Provisional GDP estimates and fourth-quarter GD...
12 May, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
India revises GDP release calendar, annual and Q4 figures now due on June 7India's National Statistics Office has revised the annual GDP data release schedule, moving it from the last working day of May to June 7 a...
12 May, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
The true cost of PMS returns: Disclosing the hidden gap between headline numbers and real investor gainsFrom glossy returns to tax drag, what an equity PMS earns investors often trails what is advertised.
11 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
ITR filing 2026: Don’t miss these key income tax deadlines for FY 2025–26 (AY 2026-27)Navigating income tax deadlines for FY 2025-26 (AY 2026-27) is crucial to avoid penalties. The Income Tax Department has set specific due d...
24 Apr, 2026, 11.48 AM IST