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This is how your capital gains are taxed in India
Capital gains tax is levied on profits from selling capital assets like property, shares, or mutual funds.
BSNL deploying India's first 5G captive-non-public network: What is it?
State-owned telecom giant Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with public sector oil company Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL).
Capgemini to hire 45,000 employees in India this year
Capgemini India has announced its plan to hire between 40,000 and 45,000 employees in 2025.
US tariffs may hit India's auto exports hard
The recent decision by the US to impose a 25% tariff on imports from India is likely to hit the Indian automotive sector hard.
How to renew your PAN card online
Renewing a Permanent Account Number (PAN) card in India has been made easy, thanks to online services.
India's forex reserves have jumped $2.7B to $698B: RBI
India's foreign exchange reserves have witnessed a significant increase of $2.7 billion, bringing the total to an impressive $698.19 billion for the week ending July 25.
GST collections for July jump 7.5% YoY to ₹1.96L crore
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection for July stood at ₹1.96 lakh crore, a year-on-year increase of 7.5%, government data showed today.
Stopping Russian oil imports may cost India $14B
India's import bill could see a massive spike of up to $14 billion if the country stops buying Russian crude oil, according to ICRA.
Trump's 25% tariff on Indian goods may hit GDP growth
US President Donald Trump's recent decision to impose a 25% tariff on Indian goods could significantly impact India's GDP growth.
India's manufacturing PMI jumps to 15‑month high in July
India's manufacturing sector witnessed a significant boost in July, as the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) surged to a 15-month high of 58.8.
US tariffs threaten over 1L jobs in India's jewelry sector
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, effective from August 1.
Why India's state-owned refiners have stopped buying Russian oil
India's leading state-owned oil companies have stopped buying Russian crude in the past week or so.
Uber now offers intercity services across 3,000 routes in India
Uber has announced a major expansion of its intercity service in India, now covering over 3,000 routes. The company plans to continue this growth trend over the next year.
India's technical textile exports to UK could touch $1B
India's technical textile exports to the UK could reach $1 billion by 2030, up from the current $240 million.
India's gold demand set to hit five-year low in 2025
India's gold consumption is expected to hit a five-year low in 2025, according to the World Gold Council (WGC).
How Trump's tariffs on other countries are hurting Americans
A new study from Yale University has warned that US President Donald Trump's high tariffs on countries like India and South Korea will have a major economic impact.
Why Trump's tariffs on India's electronics exports have been delayed
India's electronics sector, including Apple's suppliers, has been given a two-week respite from the proposed 25% tariffs by the US.
Reapplying for Indian documents? Read this first!
Reissuing important documents in India can be quite a painstaking task, demanding a lot of preparation and attention to detail.
How to update your marital status on your passport
Updating your marital status on an Indian passport is a simple task, but it needs to be done with care, and according to certain guidelines.
What US imports from India? How 25% tariffs impact trade?
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on Indian imports, effective August 1.
How Trump's 25% tariffs will affect Indian auto sector
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on Indian exports to the US starting tomorrow.
How world is navigating US President Donald Trump's trade tariffs
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all imports from India. The move is set to take effect from tomorrow.
US has sanctioned these Indian companies for buying Iranian petroleum
The Donald Trump administration has imposed sanctions on six Indian firms for trading in Iran's petroleum and petrochemical products.
How to link your e-Aadhaar to make verification easy
E-Aadhaar linking is a vital step in simplifying the document verification process.
Why India is purchasing soyabean oil from China
India has made a rare purchase of 150,000 metric tons of soyabean oil from China in recent months.
India's economy to grow at 6.4% in FY26: IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India's economic growth forecast for the financial year 2025-26 to 6.4%, an upward revision of 20 basis points from its April 2025 projection.
Bank of India's Q1 results: Profit surges 32% to ₹2,252cr
Bank of India has reported a 32.2% year-on-year (YoY) increase in its consolidated net profit for the June quarter.
Income tax code for influencers announced: What changes for them?
The Income Tax Department has introduced a new profession code, 16021, specifically for social media influencers. This is the first time that the department has recognized this category separately.
India beats China to become biggest smartphone supplier to US
India has surpassed China as the largest supplier of smartphones to the United States, a new report from research firm Canalys has revealed.
Meet Shailesh Jejurikar, new Indian-origin CEO of Procter & Gamble
Procter & Gamble (P&G), the multinational consumer goods corporation, has announced the appointment of Shailesh Jejurikar as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
BYD might launch its cheapest electric SUV in India
BYD, the world's largest electric car manufacturer, may be preparing to launch a new model in India.
This fund turned ₹10,000/month SIP into ₹8.5L in 6 years
A monthly SIP of ₹10,000 in the Baroda BNP Paribas Overnight Fund over the last six years would have grown to around ₹8.53 lakh today.
You can soon use UPI for payments in the UK
India and the United Kingdom have signed a free trade agreement (FTA) that will allow citizens of both countries to use each other's fast payment systems.
First-in-history: India hits coal production milestone of 1B ton/year
India has achieved a major milestone by exceeding its coal production target of one billion ton (BT) per year for the first time in history.
Musk's Starlink can offer only 20L connections in India
Elon Musk's satellite communication services provider Starlink can only have 20 lakh connections in India, said Union Minister of State for Telecom, Dr. Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar.
Zerodha's multi-asset passive fund open for subscription: Should you invest?
Zerodha has launched the Zerodha Multi Asset Passive Fund of Fund (FoF), an open-ended scheme which invests in equity, debt index funds, and commodity exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Why India's top gas importer wants a ₹12,000cr loan
India's leading gas importer, Petronet LNG, is eyeing a loan worth ₹12,000 crore.
Only 25% of 850M internet users in India shop online
A recent report by McKinsey & Company has highlighted the immense potential of India's e-commerce sector.
Gig hiring to jump 15-20%, generate over 2.16L seasonal jobs
With India's festival season starting early and extending into Tier 2 and 3 cities, retailers, e-commerce platforms, and logistics companies are ramping up gig hiring.