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Tax planning with parents: 6 legal ways to reduce your tax outgo

Rent to parents, insurance premiums, gifts: your tax-planning checklist
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-18

Beyond Traditional Equity: Where REITs, InvITs and International Funds Fit

Reits, invits and international funds can diversify a portfolio, but their tax treatment, liquidity constraints and specialised risks require careful evaluation.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

RBI absorbs ?2.4 trillion via VRRR auction amid surplus liquidity

The reserve bank of india (rbi) on thursday absorbed rs 2.40 lakh crore through variable rate reverse repo (vrrr) auctions from the banking sector amid huge surplus liquidity. the central bank received bids worth rs 2,39,959 crore, which it accepted fully,
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

?50 lakh-1.5 cr is sweet spot, 50% of home buyers plan to buy within 2 yrs

2 or 3 bhk? ready home or under construction? what buyers prefer in 2026
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Rupee may need to weaken further as fundamentals shift: Axis Bank

The indian rupee may need to weaken further to align with shifting trade fundamentals and relatively weaker productivity gains from ?ai, according to an axis bank assessment
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Fund Review: Kotak Bond Short Term Fund

Fund review: kotak bond short term fund
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Make sure you know what the rates are before taking a personal loan

A personal loan can come in handy when you need quick liquidity, but tends to carry higher interest rates
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Govt holds firm on UPI MDR as Opposition mounts pressure for rollback

Finance ministry rejects claims of us pressure behind upi mdr, as opposition parties and trader groups demand reconsideration of the new merchant fee
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

6.76% vs 11.59%: What adding equity and gold did to portfolio returns

Whiteoak capital mutual fund's "chemistry of investing" study examines how combinations of debt, equity and gold have historically influenced portfolio risk and return outcomes.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

New UPI MDR framework to support innovation and investment: Assocham

Assocham said the new upi mdr framework for high-value merchant payments will support investment in technology and infrastructure, while helping expand upi acceptance across the country
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

EPFO wage ceiling rises to Rs 25,000: Will your take-home salary decrease?

The change will extend epf, pension and insurance benefits to more than 5 million workers, with contribution rules yet to be detailed.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Consumer durable loans: Avoid hidden costs and risk of overleveraging

Compare the annual percentage rates across players, and also compare the total cost of cash and emi options to understand the actual cost
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Senior citizen FD rates in mid-September up to 8.5%: Top rates compared

Small finance banks offer the highest rates, while select lenders provide extra interest for super senior citizens aged 80 or more
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Fixed deposit rates in mid-Sep up to 8.25%: Top picks across banks

The highest rate may come with a longer lock-in, making tenure and liquidity important before you invest
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

RBI absorbs ?50,000 crore through bond sale amid liquidity surge

The central bank sold rs 50,000 crore of government securities in the first of three omo tranches planned for september to absorb surplus liquidity from the banking system.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Long-term insurance policies need tax incentives: ICICI Pru's Anup Bagchi

Icici prudential life ceo anup bagchi says tax incentives for policies of 10 years or more could help insurers build stable liability pools for infrastructure investment.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

Delhi merchants up in arms, say MDR on UPI could mark return to cash

New upi charges on high-value merchant payments are raising concerns among delhi retailers, with some considering a shift towards cash to protect margins
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

'Enabling environment of West Bengal will help business and credit growth'

Sbi's kolkata circle sees 18% credit growth as msmes, housing, agriculture and infrastructure drive lending demand
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

FinMin to hold state finance ministers conference on Viksit Bharat roadmap

The finance ministry will organise a two-day conference of finance ministers and finance secretaries of states and union territories with legislature here on september 18-19 to deliberate policy priorities for india's development journey towards viksit bha
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-17

What ongoing costs should first-time renters remember

First-time renters should budget beyond rent for setup costs, monthly bills and replacements, while prioritising essentials and avoiding debt-led overspending.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

How to Think about Retirement If You Are in Your 20s and Hate the Word

Starting early can turn modest investments into long-term financial autonomy, providing the freedom to change jobs, take a sabbatical or pursue a different career.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

How to Rebalance Your Portfolio Once a Year

Annual rebalancing helps investors correct asset-allocation drift, manage risk and restore their target portfolio mix without reacting to market noise.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

RBI absorbs ?2.9 trillion via two VRRR auctions amid surplus liquidity

The reserve bank of india (rbi) on wednesday absorbed rs 2.90 lakh crore through two variable rate reverse repo (vrrr) auctions from the banking system amid a huge surplus. in the first auction, the central bank received bids worth rs 3,17,088 crore for a
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

How to Create a Low-Stress Portfolio If You Hate Volatility

Risk-averse investors can balance growth, stability and liquidity through diversified assets, disciplined allocation and annual rebalancing.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI MDR above ?2,000 may attract 18% GST; merchants can claim ITC

Merchants would have to pay 18 per cent gst on the merchant discount rate (mdr) charges for upi payments above rs 2,000, but can claim input tax credit (itc), thereby easing the overall tax burden, tax experts said on wednesday. effective october 15, upi p
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

?1 crore retirement benchmark loses ground as Indians reassess needs

Only 51 per cent of households earning more than rs 15 lakh consider rs 1 crore sufficient, as indians report accumulating just 28 per cent of their target corpus
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI MDR from Oct 15: Will your SIP, automated insurance payments cost more?

The payment method matters: one-time upi transactions and automated mandates will be treated differently under the new framework
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

The Tax-Saving Trap: Why Deductions Should Never Dictate Your Portfolio

Investment choices should be based on financial goals, risk and liquidity, with tax efficiency considered only after the portfolio's core structure is determined.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

RBI backs MDR on large-value UPI transactions, says users will pay no fee

In a post on x, the central bank said the move would help upi continue to scale and innovate while serving consumers and businesses across the country
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Don't let fake discounts and paid rankings distort online shopping deals

Track price history, compare the final payable amount and keep screenshots
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

'Tax maximisation' or a 'much-needed step'? Verdict split on UPI MDR

Upi mdr has sparked a debate among major fintech players, with some calling it necessary for sustainability while others question the cost burden on merchants and businesses
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Sitharaman urges ITRAF to make tax research more visible in policy process

Union finance minister nirmala sitharaman on wednesday urged the international tax research and analysis foundation (itraf) to make its independent tax policy research more visible and contribute directly to policymaking and public discourse. addressing th
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Rupee falls 3 paise to 95.91 against US dollar during early trade

The rupee fell 3 paise to 95.91 against the us dollar in early trade on wednesday, facing pressure from a strong american currency and outflow of foreign funds. positive domestic equity markets, however, supported the local currency, even as crude oil pric
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI gets MDR: How 0.4% merchant fee compares with debit, credit cards

The new upi mdr ends its zero-cost model for select high-value merchant payments; here is how the 0.4 per cent charge compares with what merchants pay to accept debit and credit cards
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

How to Match Investment Products with Your Time Horizon

Aligning investments with goal deadlines can balance liquidity, market risk and inflation while preventing costly timeline mismatches.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

'No question of rethinking 0.4% UPI MDR above ?2,000': Govt official

The government has said the mdr will apply within the merchant payment ecosystem and will not be charged to consumers
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

The Myth of Corporate Safety: Why Employer Health Insurance is Not Enough

Corporate health cover may offer convenience, but low limits, co-payments and employment-linked protection can leave families financially exposed during a medical crisis.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Run a small shop? How to check whether UPI MDR applies to you

Upi payments above ?2,000 will attract a merchant fee for eligible businesses from october 15. here's how small shopkeepers can check if the new mdr rules apply to them
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Govt likely to extend key export incentive programme for five years

The commerce ministry sought ?23,000 crore (.40 billion) from ?the finance ministry under the programme ?for 2026/27
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI MDR explained: How new charges compare with debit, credit cards

Credit cards can cost merchants 1.5-2.5%, while debit cards can cost up to 0.9%; new upi mdr is capped at rs 300
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI, net banking or bank transfer: What does funding your broker cost?

Upi may remain free for investors, but brokers could face a new cost every time customers move money into their trading accounts - even if they never make a trade
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI MDR charges: What consumers need to know about the change in rules

New upi mdr rules will apply to select merchant transactions, but consumers can continue using upi for daily payments, qr payments and autopay without transaction charges
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Term insurance purchases rise 1.5X post-GST break, more buy riders: Report

Lower premiums are prompting buyers to reassess their protection needs and opt for higher cover and riders.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

CBIC to handhold MSMEs as less than 1,000 join customs duty payment scheme

The central board of indirect taxes and customs (cbic) will conduct outreach programmes and handhold msmes to encourage them to opt for the eligible manufacturer importer (emi) scheme, a senior official said on wednesday. with less than 1,000 businesses op
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Govt raises EPFO wage ceiling to ?25,000; 5.1 mn more workers to be covered

The proposal is expected to bring more than 5.1 million additional employees under mandatory epfo coverage
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

How to Know Whether You Are Investing or Just Reacting

Goal-based investing, fixed asset allocation and periodic reviews can help investors resist market noise, emotional impulses and costly portfolio churn.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI fee: Why government is putting a price on big merchant payments

The government is putting a price for merchants using its flagship digital payment network to accept large transactions - a shift that follows years of warnings from the payment industry that the annual subsidy budgeted for the unified payments interface (
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

UPI charges explained: What happens when you pay ?5,000, ?50,000 or ?1 lakh

The government estimates about 96% of merchant payments will remain unaffected by the changes. the network processed 24.51 billion transactions valued at 29.9 trillion rupees in august.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

No foreign influence behind MDR on UPI payments above ?2,000: FinMin

The finance ministry on wednesday clarified that there was no foreign influence behind the decision to impose 0.4 per cent merchant discount rate on upi transactions above rs 2,000. the clarification follows accusations by some opposition parties, includin
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

EPFO wage ceiling raised to ?25,000 for better social security net

Government raises epf wage ceiling to ?25,000 from ?15,000, expanding mandatory social-security coverage to over 51 lakh additional employees
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

MDR may push small merchants, price-sensitive consumers towards cash: GTRI

The merchant discount rate (mdr) charges on upi transactions above rs 2,000 could push small merchants and price-sensitive consumers back towards cash, economic think tank gtri said on wednesday. effective october 15, upi payments to merchants (p2m) above
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

RAI warns UPI merchant fee could push small retailers back towards cash

Industry body says the charge could drive small merchants back to cash, weaken formalisation and undermine digital payment adoption during the festive season across india.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

LIC, Norway sovereign fund among key investors in NSE's ?6.7Kcr anchor book

Exchange allocated 37.79 million shares at rs 1,785 each to 189 investors, with offshore institutions taking 43 per cent and domestic mutual funds nearly 37 per cent
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-16

Only 17% merchants willing to bear 0.4% MDR on UPI payments: Survey

Localcircles survey finds 41% of merchants unwilling to bear any mdr on upi payments above rs 2,000, while 9% do not accept upi payments
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

RBI may hike rates by 25 bps each in Oct & Dec as inflation may cross 6%

Economists say the rate hike cycle could be shallow, with 50-75 bps hike in the current cycle
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

Banks' panel to decide on UPI merchant charges on transactions above ?2,000

A panel comprising representatives of banks, service providers and various associations would soon take a call on charges to be levied on upi payments above rs 2,000 to merchants. the upi & services steering committee has 22 members, including indian banks
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

NPCI sets 0.4% fee on UPI merchant payments above ?2,000, effective Oct 15

Npci sets 0.4% fee on upi merchant payments above ?2,000, effective oct 15
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

Cleartrip Elite launch: ?9 flight date change, 20% hotel discount and more

Flipkart gold and myntra insider members will receive elite benefits by default, without having to complete the two-booking eligibility milestone~
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

Rakesh Roshan leases Andheri office to BeingU Studios for ?7.3 lakh a month

With the 5% annual escalation, the initial ?7.3 lakh monthly rent will rise to ?7.67 lakh in the second year and about ?8.05 lakh in the third year,
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

Explained: RBI proposes 60-day debit holds for suspected mule accounts

The proposal gives account holders 20 days to explain flagged transactions, while banks face fixed timelines for action and review.
Tag: Finance India    Source: business-standard.com   Dated: 2026-09-15

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