'Mobilising $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 to require overhaul of climate finance system'Mobilising $1.3 trillion a year in climate finance for developing countries by 2035 is achievable, but only with a major overhaul of the gl...
A blue brake on Trump's red agenda: Tariffs, spending and debt face a 'Democratic' reckoning in the USDemocratic control of Congress from January 2027 could constrain President Donald Trump's legislative agenda, increase scrutiny of his tari...
After saying deportation policy was too tough, Trump now says it's 'very strong,' rejects 'amnesty'The comments from Trump came after Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin earlier Monday also said that while he has been fielding ca...
India risks losing tax revenue by delaying global minimum tax rolloutIndia’s delay in implementing the OECD-G20 global minimum tax framework, known as Pillar Two, could mean losing tax revenue to other countr...
Gas prices in the US are nearly half of Europe's: Why are American drivers paying so much less?American motorists are currently paying much less for fuel compared to drivers in the European Union. The average petrol price in the EU is...
EPFO total contributions expected to rise by 25% in 2027-28 due to wage ceiling increaseEPFO is forecasting a major increase in its total contributions for the financial year 2027-28. The wage ceiling has been raised to ₹25,000...
Donald Trump offers Democrats immigration, tax talksDonald Trump has expressed readiness to work with Democratic lawmakers on issues like immigration and taxes. He acknowledged that both part...
Bihar man buys second-hand car, pays Rs 14,000 for RC transfer, around 10 times the govt fees to agents, report findsA new report by Consumer Voice and IndiaTech finds that used vehicle ownership transfers cost up to Rs 14,000 in parts of Bihar, with charg...
Fairness, churn, and India's rise: India has lifted millions out of poverty, but the next big challenge is helping people climb furtherIndia's poverty rate has fallen sharply, with nearly 496 million people moving above the World Bank's lower-middle-income poverty line betw...
Firm It Up, Don't Junk It: India needs a more predictable capital gains tax regime to deepen equity marketsIndia's capital markets have seen significant changes, with millions of households participating in equity investing. The current tax frame...
Pull it, not just for better FPIs: Scrap FPI capital gains tax to boost inflows, strengthen rupee and cut fiscal deficitScrapping the long-term capital gains tax could significantly enhance foreign portfolio investment in India. This move would likely lead to...
Insurance agent deposits Rs 35 lakh cash collected from policyholders in his bank account, gets tax notice; he fights and wins in ITAT JaipurPolicyholders gave Rs 35 lakh cash as insurance premiums which agent deposited in his bank a/c; Income Tax Dept sent agent notice for unexp...
California could become the first state to tax billionaires' wealthThe state of California is deliberating on a proposed one-off 5% tax on the net worth of billionaires via Proposition 40. The initiative en...
$64 billion out, $5 billion in? Why LTCG tax cut may not be enough to bring FIIs backA reassessment of long-term capital gains tax is underway as foreign investors continue their significant selloff from Indian equities. Ana...
Lowering LTCG isn't a magic bulletA reduction in Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) tax could uplift sentiment in India's equity market, especially as foreign investors withdraw...
Tax-wise, $-foolish: Saving Dalal Street could come at a cost to Startup StreetIndia's financial landscape is experiencing pressure with foreign portfolio investors becoming net sellers in the market. There are discuss...
US green card applications face new tax scrutiny; unpaid dues could affect approval and US citizenshipIn a move affecting green card applications, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services has altered its stance on tax compliance. Unpaid t...