Iran to impose new service fees in Hormuz, reserves special treatment for 'friendly' nationsIran's ambassador to China announced new service fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, despite US objections. Ambassador Abdolrez...
05 Jul, 2026, 06.06 AM IST
Trump Accounts Social Security check: $1,000 federal contribution coming at your accounts. Check eligibility, start dateSocial Security Check: While only U.S. citizens born during Trump's second administration will receive the $1,000 government contribution, ...
05 Jul, 2026, 12.00 AM IST
Flight of capitalA budget airline's absurd pricing model, charging for emotions and even air, highlighted extreme capitalism. Meanwhile, a mandatory office ...
03 Jul, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Japan to raise residence permit fees from October 1Japan is set to significantly hike fees for residence permits and permanent residency applications starting October 1, with permanent resid...
03 Jul, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
Studying in Australia gets costlier for international students as government raises visa feeAustralia has significantly hiked visa application fees for international students and post-study work, sparking outrage from the education...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.37 AM IST
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Christopher Hitchens, in 'Hitch 22', explores the allure of blissful ignorance, admitting envy for those untouched by harsh realities. Whil...
02 Jul, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
European nations now believe some Hormuz fees are InevitableLeading European nations now acknowledge potential fees for ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a shift in stance following the US-Iran ...
02 Jul, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
Citi becomes No. 1 investment banker in India, earns $60 million in last 6 months: LSEGThe jump gives Citi a 9.8% wallet share of India's total investment banking fee pool, which itself shrank 20% year-on-year to $614.1 millio...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Think you don't need to file an ITR for FY 25-26? These 8 benefits may change your mindITR filing: Filing your Income Tax Return (ITR) offers significant advantages beyond just tax payment. It's crucial for claiming refunds, c...
02 Jul, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
US private sector job growth misses expectations in June: ADPUS private sector job growth in June fell short of expectations, adding only 98,000 positions. This marks a slowdown from May's figures, wi...
01 Jul, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz: ReportIran is determined to gain international recognition for its control over the Strait of Hormuz, including the right to levy fees on ships. ...
01 Jul, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Iran and Oman push Strait of Hormuz fee proposal despite Washington oppositionIran and Oman are pushing for payments from ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a move opposed by Washington. This proposal, inspired by...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.24 AM IST
New rules from July 1, 2026: Aadhaar update, passport fees, LPG prices, credit cards, railways and other major changes explainedSeveral important financial and regulatory changes have come into effect from July 1, 2026, impacting taxpayers, Aadhaar holders, passport ...
01 Jul, 2026, 08.52 AM IST
Middle-class money reality: Is Rs 1,00,000 montly salary only worth Rs 30,000? CA says the reason is not overspending but something elseA Gurugram-based chartered accountant has sparked a discussion on social media after claiming that a ₹1 lakh monthly salary now feels like ...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
Passport service charges to rise by up to 139% from July 1, 2026: Check revised fees for fresh passports, renewals and tatkal servicesPassport application fees are set to rise significantly from July 1, 2026. Both regular and Tatkaal applications for new passports, reissue...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.34 PM IST
Government hikes passport application fees across categories from July 1Passport application fees are set to increase significantly from July 1, 2026, as the Centre amends the Passports Rules, 1980. A standard 3...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
US proposes 75% hike in citizenship application fee, ends fee waivers for naturalisation seekersUS Homeland Security is proposing a significant hike in naturalisation application fees, with Form N-400 potentially rising by 75% to $1,33...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.10 AM IST