Finance Ministry officials have confirmed that the 8th Pay Commission will not merge dearness allowance (DA) or any relief component with basic pay. The decision keeps the existing structure of pay and allowances intact for central government employees and pensioners. What this means for employees and pensioners DA remains separate: Cost-of-living adjustments will continue to … Read more
New licensing rule in a Communist-ruled nation shakes up trade Companies in the Communist-ruled nation now need licences to operate in certain areas of trade. The move introduces fresh compliance hurdles for businesses that buy, sell or move goods across borders, and could reshape regional supply chains in the short term. Immediate commercial effects Compliance … Read more
Honasa Consumer buys majority stake in Reginald Men parent company Honasa Consumer, the parent company of Mamaearth, has acquired a 95% stake in BTM Ventures — the holding company behind men’s personal care brand Reginald Men — for ₹195 crore. The deal strengthens Honasa’s strategy to expand its footprint in the men’s grooming segment. Deal … Read more
Update for taxpayers: The government will issue a new income tax returns (ITR) form under the Income Tax Act, 2025 ahead of the 2027–28 financial year, Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary has said. This signals a formal update to filing documents to reflect the provisions of the new act. What this means for … Read more
Why an Indian Tax Residency Certificate matters When a UK company makes interest payments to a party in India, the payer may deduct tax at source. An Indian Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) can reduce that withholding tax under the applicable tax treaty. Supplying a valid TRC helps the payer apply the correct, lower rate and … Read more
Mexico has moved to impose tariffs as high as 50% on vehicles and automotive components imported from several Asian countries, including India. The decision puts roughly $2 billion in annual shipments at risk and clouds the recent momentum Indian manufacturers enjoyed in Latin America. What changed The tariffs target finished vehicles and a wide range … Read more
Major investment joins AI and entertainment One of the largest media companies is investing $1 billion in an artificial intelligence company and partnering on a new video generation app called Sora. The deal gives Sora users the ability to create short videos featuring more than 200 well-known characters from the media company’s catalog. What the … Read more
Small mistakes on your credit report can have big consequences. Incorrect personal details, misreported repayments, accounts that show as active when they were closed, or duplicate records can all drag down your credit score and make lenders hesitate. Regularly checking your credit report is one of the simplest steps to protect your borrowing power. Common … Read more
Markets in 2026 may bring sharper swings and fresh uncertainties. When emotions and instincts push investors toward quick moves, the better response is often a calm, rules-based approach. Discipline and clarity about goals can protect portfolios more than reacting to every headline. Why 2026 could test investors Several forces can make markets choppy: shifting interest-rate … Read more
Pharma dispute reaches Delhi High Court over semaglutide Novo Nordisk has moved the Delhi High Court seeking to stop Dr Reddy’s Laboratories from manufacturing and exporting semaglutide until March 2026. The filing aims to temporarily block activities related to the medicine while the legal process plays out. What’s at stake Semaglutide is a high-profile drug … Read more