Finance

Empowering Organizations to Champion Diversity and Drive Excellence

In the DEI sector, Vinamre Gupta stands out as a leader, particularly in financial services and healthcare systems

Oct 9, 2023

India's factory activity remains solid in September, business confidence at highest level: PMI report

India has been achieving financial growth and maintaining a steady business atmosphere when the world is facing global economic headwinds

Oct 3, 2023

Almost 7 crore income tax returns filed till Sep 5, says govt

As many as 6.98 crore income tax returns (ITRs) have been filed till September 5, out of which 6.84 ITRs have been verified for the assessment year 2023-24, the government said on Tuesday.

Sep 6, 2023

Income Tax Dept launches revamped website with add-on features; Mega Menu with new features

In order to enhance taxpayer experience and keep pace with new technology, the Income Tax Department has revamped its national website (www.incometaxindia.gov.in) with a user-friendly interface, value-added features and new modules.

Aug 26, 2023

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UPI transactions shot up to Rs 83.2L crore in 2022 amid govt push [details]

Unified payments interface (UPI) transactions rose manifolds between 2018 and 2022 in terms of value as well as volume, by 1,320 per cent and 1,876 per cent respectively.

Aug 20, 2023

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PhonePe, Google Pay duopoly under threat; new UPI feature could change e-payment landscape

Currently UPI apps like PhonePe and Google Pay enjoy a staggering majority of the mobile payment market share, but UPI Plugin could tip the scales and change that.

Aug 7, 2023

More than 6 cr Income Tax Returns filed till July 30, says IT department

ITR filings hit new record; more than 6 crore returns filed till July 30: IT dept celebrates milestone [details]

Amid record ITR filings, there are no plans to extend the last date for filing returns by the government as of now.

Jul 31, 2023

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Communications, Electronics & IT and Railways, with Masahiko Metoki, Director General of Universal Postal Union (DG UPU)

UPU to revolutionise cross-border remittances; India's UPI holds all the answers [details]

The Universal Postal Union will evaluate UPI for integrating the unified payment interface with cross-border remittances using global postal network.

Jul 19, 2023

CBDT meets officials to dispel doubts on faceless tax assessment.

Last date to file tax returns is July 31, no extension in deadline: Govt tells taxpayers [details]

The government has urged the taxpayers to file their income tax returns before July 31, 2023 to avoid the last minute rush, as there is no possibility of any extension of the deadline.

Jul 16, 2023

GST Council to meet on Tuesday, likely to take a call on taxing heavy utility vehicles, horse racing, online gaming

With the GST Council, headed by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, all set to meet on Tuesday, it is expected to take a call on various issues like taxing online gaming, high-end vehicles, as well as horse racing and casino activities.

Jul 10, 2023

Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Nirmala Sitharaman.

NASA & ISRO collaborate to establish International Space Station by 2024: Nirmala Sitharaman

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Sunday said that scientists of US' NASA and ISRO would collaborate to establish an International Space Station in 2024.

Jun 26, 2023

Sitharaman lists key financial inclusion measures at Paris summit

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday listed out some key measures undertaken by the Central government to ensure financial inclusion.

Jun 23, 2023

Earn Up to 7.95% As PNB Housing Finance Raises AA-Rated Fixed Deposit Rates

PNB Housing provides reliable savings options for individuals as well as companies with the PNB Housing Finance Fixed Deposits

May 1, 2023

5 Simple Ways To Fast-Track Loan Approval For Professionals In India

Various financial institutions today offer professional loans, and these are mostly unsecured. However, if you are applying for a significant loan amount, you may have to pledge your asset as collateral

Apr 26, 2023

Maximising Tax Benefits through the National Pension System (NPS)

The NPS tax benefits are available at the investment stage as well as the withdrawal stage. Here is a closer look at the various NPS tax benefits you can claim as a subscriber.