If you work with platforms like Zomato, Swiggy, Ola, Uber, Blinkit, or Urban Company, here’s some good news. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has launched the revamped NPS e-shramik Model to help gig and platform workers build financial security for retirement. The biggest benefit of this scheme is that workers can start … Read more
India’s IPO market is set for more activity as nine companies have received approval from SEBI to move ahead with their initial public offerings. The companies include PlaySimple Games, Garuda Aerospace, Rediff.com India, Jakson Green and Adroit Industries. The other companies are Expression 360 Services India, SNVA Traveltech, Naini Papers and Laxyo. These companies had … Read more
Investors interested in the Technocraft Ventures IPO have their last chance to apply today, August 11. The mainboard IPO opened for public subscription on August 7 and has already received strong interest from investors. The IPO size is ₹251.88 crore. Before opening to the public, the company raised ₹75.55 crore from anchor investors on August … Read more
New nomination rules for demat accounts and mutual fund folios will come into effect from September 1, 2026. The changes are important for investors who hold shares or invest in mutual funds. Under the new rules, investors with a single demat account or mutual fund folio will need to either add a nominee or formally … Read more
NPS investors have received an important update that could make investing more convenient. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has extended the cut-off time for getting the same-day NAV on National Pension System (NPS) contributions. Under the new rule, NPS subscribers will now have more time during the day to make their contributions … Read more
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has clarified the confusion over possible Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI payments. She said that any MDR introduced on UPI transactions would apply to merchants, not ordinary customers. The clarification came after Congress leader Jairam Ramesh raised concerns that UPI users could end up paying more for digital … Read more
If you use an LPG gas cylinder at home, this update is important for you. The government has asked LPG consumers to complete their e-KYC. According to reports, customers who fail to do so by August 16 may face problems while booking gas cylinders and accessing other LPG-related services. If you have not completed your … Read more
If you’re planning to buy a premium Smart TV, LG has launched its new 2026 AI TV lineup in India. The company has introduced 25 new Smart TV models with a strong focus on AI features, bigger screens, and improved picture quality. The new lineup includes QNED evo Mini LED, OLED evo, Micro RGB evo, … Read more
If you are 60 years or older and want to invest your savings safely while earning attractive returns, a Fixed Deposit (FD) can be a smart choice. At present, several small finance banks are offering up to 8.3% annual interest on 3-year FDs for senior citizens. These rates are applicable on deposits of up to … Read more
Several important rules have changed from August 1, 2026, and they could affect your daily expenses and finances. These include changes to LPG cylinder prices, Tatkal ticket booking, KYC, credit card rules, and the Ujjwala scheme. Here’s everything you need to know. LPG Cylinder Prices Reduced Oil marketing companies have reduced the prices of commercial … Read more
If you couldn’t file your Income Tax Return (ITR) for the Assessment Year (AY) 2025-26 before the deadline, don’t panic. Although the regular and belated filing deadlines have expired, you still have one option left—filing an Updated Income Tax Return (ITR-U). However, this facility comes with additional tax, interest, and in some cases, a late … Read more