Declare dividend income when filing your tax return If you received any dividends on shares during the calendar year, it’s important to report them when you file your income tax return. Dividends must be shown under the appropriate schedule of the return — in many systems that is Schedule OS (Other Sources) where dividends are … Read more
The Centre uses an 18‑level pay matrix for its employees and pensioners. When the 8th Pay Commission recommendations are finalised, the salary and pension increases will be linked to the level in that matrix. Below is a clear, level‑wise guide to what employees can expect, how increases are likely to be calculated, and simple examples … Read more
Rupee inches higher in early interbank trade The Indian rupee opened the interbank foreign exchange market at 89.98 against the US dollar and then strengthened to 89.95, marking a gain of 3 paise from the previous closing level. The modest move reflects early-session sentiment as traders respond to domestic and global cues. What this small … Read more
Jefferies shifts Asia Pacific ex-Japan bets toward India and Taiwan Global investment bank Jefferies has adjusted its Asia Pacific ex-Japan relative-return portfolio, boosting allocations to India and Taiwan while trimming exposure to China and Indonesia. The firm pointed to evolving macroeconomic conditions and differences in near- to medium-term growth prospects across the region as the … Read more
Gold jumped to $4,584 an ounce and silver climbed to $82.67 before both metals pulled back after the Chicago Mercantile Exchange raised margin requirements. The margin hikes pushed many leveraged traders to reduce or close positions, amplifying short-term volatility in futures markets. Why the metals spiked The initial rally reflected a mix of factors that … Read more
The benchmark index saw notable weakness among several large-cap names, with a cluster of familiar stocks underperforming the broader market. From the 30-Sensex firms, names such as Adani Ports, HCL Tech, Power Grid, Trent, Bharat Electronics and Bharti Airtel emerged as some of the biggest laggards. Their underperformance highlights how sector-specific pressures and broader market … Read more
Foreign capital outflows and importers’ dollar demand weaken market mood Forex traders say the currency market has been under pressure as persistent capital withdrawals by foreign investors combine with stronger dollar demand from importers. The twin forces have chipped away at investor sentiment, driving volatility and heightening concern about exchange-rate stability. What traders are seeing … Read more
Facing a cancer diagnosis is difficult enough. Rising treatment costs and the possibility of recurrence mean that the financial side of care is equally important. Choosing the right cancer coverage can protect your savings, keep treatment options open, and reduce stress for you and your family. Below is a practical guide to understanding what to … Read more
Tech layoffs top 100,000 in 2025 as AI reshapes staffing The technology sector continued to shrink its workforce in 2025, with more than 100,000 jobs eliminated across the industry. The cuts were concentrated at several large firms, including major cloud and retail players such as Amazon and Microsoft. Companies say cost pressures and a shift … Read more
The final weeks of the year brought fresh turbulence to foreign exchange markets as regional currencies swung sharply. These moves underline how sensitive currency markets remain to two powerful forces this year: tariff-driven trade disruptions and unexpected moves from central banks. Both have reshaped trade flows, capital movements, and market expectations, creating a choppy backdrop … Read more