The Income Tax Department has flagged a large number of tax returns for mismatches, resulting in refunds being put on hold. Taxpayers whose returns were identified must file revised returns by 31 December 2025 to correct the discrepancies. If you don’t act by the deadline, you may face additional tax liabilities, interest and other consequences. … Read more
Getting a health insurance plan approved feels like a win. But approval is only the starting line. What really matters is whether your insurer will pay when you need it most. Concealing or downplaying health information may speed up approval or lower premiums today, but it often leads to denied claims, policy cancellations or long … Read more
Carlyle-backed Hexaware has told a U.S. forum that the inventions it is accused of infringing, as alleged by Natsoft, are not patentable under U.S. law. The move pushes the dispute beyond a simple claim of copying and into a wider legal fight over whether the asserted patents meet basic requirements for protection. What Hexaware is … Read more
How loans can help reduce your tax bill Borrowing money is rarely just about getting cash today — some loans also come with tax breaks that can reduce your overall cost. Understanding which parts of a loan are tax-deductible and under what conditions helps you plan better and make smarter financial choices. Quick overview Home … Read more
Bourses slipped as a chunk of the 30-stock index underperformed, dragging broader sentiment. Among the heaviest laggards were InterGlobe Aviation, Sun Pharma, Asian Paints, Reliance Industries, Hindustan Unilever and Tata Steel. Their weakness contributed materially to the index’s downward move and drew fresh attention from investors managing short- and medium-term risks. Who slipped and why … Read more
Financial markets are digesting a fresh layer of geopolitical risk as tensions around Venezuela rise and former President Donald Trump threatens sanctions targeting oil tankers. The combination has pushed investors to reassess supply risks in the energy market and ripple through shipping, insurance and regional currencies. Why this matters for markets Venezuela remains a vulnerable … Read more
Airline trims winter flight schedule by 10% One of the country’s largest carriers has announced a 10 percent reduction in its upcoming winter flight schedule. The move follows a directive from the Ministry of Civil Aviation aimed at stabilizing the carrier’s network after a period of operational disruption. What the cut means for the winter … Read more
Central bank moves fail to calm forex market as dollar demand and oil prices rise Forex traders say recent central bank steps — offering USD/INR swaps and conducting Open Market Operations (OMOs) — did little to lift market sentiment. Despite these interventions, the rupee remained under pressure as strong dollar demand and rising crude oil … Read more
India’s wedding economy and a surprising protection gap India is set to host weddings worth roughly ₹6.5 trillion this year. Despite the scale and expense of these celebrations, relatively few couples buy wedding insurance. High bills, complex contracts, and a sense that mishaps are unlikely mean many families accept the risk rather than paying for … Read more
Why NRIs worry about family accounts Many non-resident Indians (NRIs) help manage family bank accounts back home. That can mean signing as a joint holder, asking a relative to operate an account on your behalf, or keeping money in a family member’s account for convenience. What often causes uncertainty is who is the beneficial owner … Read more