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  Centre to make highest-ever effective capital expenditure in fiscal year 2024-25, know what it is

  December 18, 2024 8:07 IST

  The Lok Sabha on Tuesday approved the Supplementary Demands for Grants- First Batch of 2024-25. During the proceedings, Finance Minister Sitharaman said the effective capex is pegged at Ts 15.02 lakh crore.

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  PM Kisan Yojana: 19th installment date, eligibility, registration process and e-KYC details

  December 18, 2024 7:28 IST

  PM Kisan Yojana provides financial aid to farmers with Rs 6,000 annually. Know about the 19th installment date, application process, eligibility, and how to check beneficiary status. Visit the official PM Kisan portal for updates.

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  7th Pay Commission: Apart from DA hike, gratuity limit increased for these govt employees

  December 17, 2024 19:45 IST

  7th Pay Commission: For the greater benefit of government employees, the Centre has increased the maximum gratuity limit from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 25 lakh for employees of BSNL and MTNL who opted for a pension under the combined service framework.

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  Only 6.68 pc of population filed income tax return in 2023-24 fiscal | DEATILS

  December 17, 2024 18:27 IST

  Income tax returns: The total number of individuals reporting zero taxable income in their ITRs is 4.90 crore in Assessment Year 2023-24, up from 4.64 lakh in 2022-23.

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  55th GST Council meet set to take place in Jaisalmer on Dec 21: Here's what to expect

  December 17, 2024 16:55 IST

  The GoM report is expected to be discussed by the GST Council during the meeting which will be chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

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  Attention taxpayers: CBDT issues alerts to taxpayers on mismatch in ITR, information statement

  December 17, 2024 15:37 IST

  The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in a statement said it has launched an electronic campaign to assist taxpayers in resolving mismatches between the income and transactions reported in the AIS and those disclosed in Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for the financial years 2023-24 and 2021-22.

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  Do you know there are 9 types of bank cheques and which one is to be used where?

  December 17, 2024 13:37 IST

  Usually, chequebooks are used to lend money to make a big payment. Do you know how many types of cheques there are? Read here to give details

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  PMAY 2.0: How to apply online for new homes under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana? Check steps

  December 17, 2024 13:24 IST

  The government has launched Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) 2.0 to provide financial assistance for housing to economically weaker sections and middle-class families. Know how to apply online, check eligibility, and understand the required documents to secure your new home.

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  Silver price today December 17: Check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata

  December 17, 2024 13:14 IST

  Silver prices today: Silver prices in India saw a decrease of Rs 100 as compared to its price on Monday. Check the silver rates in your city here.

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  Gold price today December 17: Check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and other major cities

  December 17, 2024 11:46 IST

  Gold rates today: Gold prices across India remained steady in India as of December 16. The main factor influencing gold prices is the international market.

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  Markets tumble: Sensex sinks below 81,000, indices fall over 1 per cent

  December 17, 2024 14:04 IST

  The BSE Sensex plunged sharply, trading below the psychological 81,000 level as investor sentiment remained weak. The broader NSE Nifty 50 also mirrored the decline, slipping over 1% during intraday trade.

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  Where to invest for child's education expenses? Explore THESE top 4 investment plans

  December 16, 2024 19:56 IST

  Investment plans: Investing in a child's education is a crucial financial decision for many parents. Here are some popular investment plans to help cover future educational expenses.

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  Google appoints Preeti Lobana as India's new country manager and vice president: Who is she?

  December 16, 2024 17:45 IST

  Preeti Lobana also has the distinction of serving as Google's Vice President, gTech - Process, Partner, Publisher Operations, Ads Content and Quality Operations.

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  Form 8th Pay Commission, address our concerns: Central govt employees urge PM Modi in fresh letter

  December 16, 2024 17:39 IST

  8th pay commission: The confederation in the fresh letter said that central government employees’ wages were last revised in 2016 and the percentage of DA entitlement crossed over 53%.

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  India's export dips by 4.85 per cent to USD 32.11 in November: Government Data

  December 16, 2024 16:46 IST

  Ministry of Commerce has shared a dip of 4.85 per cent in the merchendise exports in November. Meanwhile, the Gold imports reached an all time high of USD 14.8 billion. The trade deficit, or the gap between imports and exports, widened to USD 37. 84 billion.

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  Narayana Murthy explains why he wants 70-hour workweek, again

  December 16, 2024 14:42 IST

  Narayana Murthy has once again ignited the debate of 70 hour workweek by further explaining the need for this call. While speaking at an event in Kolkata, Murthy said, "we have to work hard and work towards making India number one".

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  Wholesale inflation eases to 1.89 per cent in November, food prices decline

  December 16, 2024 14:42 IST

  The wholesale inflation declined in the month of November. The food inflation also eased this month mainly due to the reduction in the prices of the vegetables. However, potato prices continue to be high.

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  Gold price today December 16: Check rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata and other major cities

  December 16, 2024 11:41 IST

  Gold rate today: Gold prices witnessed a moderate decrease of Rs 10 as of December 16. Check the latest 24 carat and 22 carat gold prices in major cities across India here.

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  Maggi prices likely to rise from January 1: Know reason behind potential increase in cost

  December 15, 2024 17:45 IST

  Maggi prices likely to rise: Maggi, the beloved two-minute noodles cherished by millions in India, may soon become more expensive. This price change is likely to take effect from January 1, 2025.

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  ITR Advance Tax Deadline Today: Know how to pay tax before due date to avoid penalty

  December 15, 2024 14:23 IST

  Advance tax is also called as "pay as you earn" tax which provisions to deposit advance tax in installments rather than at the end of financial year. The delay in advance tax payment can lead to penal interest.

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  UPI achieves record 15,547 crore transactions worth Rs 223 lakh crore till November 2024

  December 15, 2024 14:10 IST

  Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has set a new milestone by crossing 15,000 crore transactions from January to November this year. According to a study, by October 2023, 75 per cent of all retail digital payments in India were through UPI.

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  Fed up of doing KYC again and again? Get CKYC done once and for all | Know details

  December 15, 2024 11:53 IST

  Just like Aadhar Card, anyone can get their CKYC card with a unique 14 digit number in it. This unique number would help in getting the KYC done without hassle of paperwork.

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  How much cash can you keep in savings account without attracting Income Tax notice? Know the Rules

  December 14, 2024 14:19 IST

  Know the income tax rules for savings accounts and how much cash you can deposit without attracting scrutiny. Discover the daily cash transaction limits, high-value transaction reporting requirements, and how to respond to an income tax notice.

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  Free Aadhaar Card update deadline ends tomorrow: Here's how to do it online, step-by-step guide here

  December 13, 2024 20:40 IST

  Aadhaar card holders who have moved to a new city or recently changed their address can update the same in the Aadhaar details untill the deadline. Now, the UIDAI is asking Aadhaar card holders to update their details every 10 years.

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  Delhi-Dehradun expressway to be completed within three months: Check travel time, other details

  December 13, 2024 17:48 IST

  The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is being constructed in two phases and forms part of the government’s ambitious infrastructure development plans to enhance connectivity and bolster economic growth.

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  UAE Golden Visa: How will Indian investors get benefits in Dubai? All you need to know

  December 13, 2024 17:48 IST

  UAE Golden Visa: The price of a golden visa can vary depending on whether you plan on filling out the documentation and completing the application yourself or through a specialised service.

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  Silver prices today: Check December 13 silver rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata

  December 13, 2024 14:48 IST

  Silver prices witnessed a decrease of Rs 3,500 as of December 13. The prices of silver depend on international demand and market.

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  India achieves USD 1 trillion in FDI milestone | Top FDI sources and sectors

  December 13, 2024 14:26 IST

  India hits USD 1 trillion in FDI inflows since 2000. Mauritius, Singapore, and the US lead investments. Explore the key sectors and reforms driving growth.