The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is one of India’s most trusted long-term savings options. It’s government-backed, tax-friendly, and widely used for retirement and financial planning. Many investors wonder if opening multiple PPF accounts can help increase tax-saving investments. The answer is no. According to government rules, an individual can have only one PPF account in … Read more
Two new IPOs are set to open in the country in the week beginning February 16. One of these public issues is in the mainboard segment. Additionally, investors will also have the opportunity to invest in an IPO that is already open next week. Speaking of listings, shares of three companies are scheduled to debut … Read more
After weeks of delays and rising complaints on social media, taxpayers are finally seeing a sharp rise in income tax refund payouts. Over the past 24 hours, many high-value refunds have been credited, bringing relief to individuals and companies alike. Himank Singla, Founding Partner at SBHS & Co, told “Several clients have received substantial refunds, … Read more
Meera Industries Limited is going to split its shares. The company has shared this information with the stock exchanges. According to the filing, the shares will be split into two parts. The company has announced the record date for this stock split, which falls after Holi. Which Day is the Record Date? In its filing … Read more
India’s pension regulator is planning big changes that could reshape retirement income. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is exploring new post-retirement income products that may deliver better returns than traditional annuities. Chairman Sivasubramanian Ramann said the goal is clear: make pension products stronger, more flexible and accessible to every Indian. Moving Beyond … Read more
Big changes are coming to the National Pension System, and they could make retirement planning much easier — and more rewarding. The Chairman of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), Sivasubramanian Raman, has announced several new features. These updates aim to combine pension benefits with health support and make account opening faster than … Read more
Digital payments company PhonePe has received approval from market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO), according to a Reuters report that cited sources. The company had earlier filed its draft IPO papers through the confidential route in September last year. Reports suggest that some existing investors … Read more
The 2026 tax filing season has officially begun, and millions of Americans are preparing to submit their 2025 federal income tax returns. But here’s the problem: many people still delay filing. In fact, a recent survey found that nearly one in three taxpayers admit they wait until the last minute. If you don’t want penalties, … Read more
National Pension System (NPS) subscribers can now withdraw their full retirement savings — but only under certain conditions. The rules mainly depend on two things: How much money you have accumulated and when you choose to exit. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has updated the withdrawal norms to give more flexibility, especially … Read more
The draft Income Tax Rules, 2026, propose a major change in how company-provided cars are taxed. If approved, employees who receive a car from their employer may have to pay more income tax. The change affects how the “perquisite value” of the car is calculated — and that value gets added to your salary for … Read more
In a significant move for salaried employees, the Indian government is planning to expand House Rent Allowance (HRA) exemptions. The proposal would extend the 50% exemption benefit to more metro cities and newly categorized urban areas. If implemented, this could provide substantial tax savings for millions of workers living in high-rent urban centres, especially in … Read more