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India Investment Landscape & Capital Gains Tax 2024

Explore India’s evolving investment landscape, the recent changes to long-term capital gains tax rates, and rising global institutional confidence.

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Delhi High Court Rulings & Tax Deadlines October 2026

Stay updated on the latest Delhi High Court legal rulings and Income Tax Department compliance deadlines for audit reports in October 2026.

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Axis ELSS Tax Saver Fund: Features & Section 80C Guide

Discover how the Axis ELSS Tax Saver Fund works, offering Section 80C tax benefits, a 3-year lock-in period, and equity wealth creation.

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Indian Equity Mutual Fund Inflows Surge 31% to ₹38,306 Cr

Indian equity mutual funds saw a 31% surge in September net inflows to ₹38,306 crore, driven by record SIP contributions and strong mid-cap demand.

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How Rs 20,000 Salary Shapes Your Pension Scheme

Discover how the Employees’ Pension Scheme handles a Rs 20,000 monthly wage, the statutory wage ceiling, and your retirement benefits.

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Debt Mutual Funds Record Rs 1.83 Lakh Crore Outflows in March

Indian debt mutual funds saw Rs 1.83 lakh crore in net outflows in March due to corporate quarter-end liquidity demands and tax payments.

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Indian Mutual Fund SIP Inflows Hit Record Rs 32,490 Cr

Indian mutual fund SIP inflows reached a record Rs 32,490 crore in September 2026, with equity inflows surging 30.6% MoM. Discover segment breakdowns.

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Why 52% of Life Insurance Policies Fail Within 5 Years

Discover why only 48% of life insurance policies survive past five years. Learn how IRDAI reforms and commission caps aim to fix mis-selling in India.

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Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2041 Direct Plan Review

Explore the Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2041 Direct Plan. Learn about its target date approach, asset allocation, and how it simplifies retirement planning.

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Doctor Loses Rs 3.52 Crore in Lucknow Fake IPO Scam

A Lucknow doctor loses Rs 3.52 crore in a sophisticated fake IPO investment scam orchestrated through social media ads. Learn how to stay safe.

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MahaRERA Penalizes Pune Builder for Delayed Flat Possession

MahaRERA rules in favor of a homebuyer, rejecting a Pune builder’s jurisdiction excuse for delayed flat possession and ordering an interest payout.

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India’s Steel Vision 2047: Policy Goals & Global Funds

Explore India’s draft National Steel Policy Vision 2047 targeting 500M+ tonnes capacity and discover domestic mutual funds with global allocations.

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US Green Card Suspension & H-1B: Asset Management Guide

Navigating US asset management after the H-1B row? Discover essential tax, stock, and property rules for Indian professionals returning to India.

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Indian Family Offices Shift Focus to Startups as Next-Gen Leads

Discover how India’s next-gen family office leaders are transforming investment strategies by pivoting from traditional assets to venture capital and startups.

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Minor Demat Accounts Cross 1 Lakh in Gujarat

Minor Demat accounts in Gujarat surpass 1 lakh as parents shift from traditional savings to equity investments, leveraging compounding for kids.

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SEBI to Issue New CAS Guidelines Within a Week

SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch announces new Consolidated Account Statements guidelines within a week to simplify retail investor tracking and transparency.

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SEBI Launches Color-Coded Credit Risk-o-Meter for Debt

Discover SEBI’s new mandatory color-coded Credit Risk-o-Meter for debt securities, designed to help retail investors easily assess bond risks.

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Why Multibagg AI Refuses to Sell Mutual Funds

Discover why fintech startup Multibagg AI avoids selling mutual funds to maintain research neutrality and eliminate hidden distributor conflicts.

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RBI Forex Rules & Health Insurance Co-Pay Changes Explained

Understand the RBI’s new foreign exchange derivative restrictions and proposed retail health insurance co-payment rules with our expert policy explainer.

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IRFC vs RVNL vs IRCTC: Railway PSU Dividend Stocks Compared

Compare dividend yields, payout history, and financial stability of top Indian railway PSU stocks including IRFC, RVNL, IRCTC, RITES, and CONCOR.

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India Household Debt Climbs to 46% of GDP: What It Means

India’s household debt has surged to 46% of GDP, driven by unsecured personal loans. Discover how rising consumer borrowing impacts the economy.

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Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2031 Direct Growth Review

Explore the Zerodha Life Cycle Fund 2031 Direct Growth portfolio. Learn about asset allocation, top holdings, sector exposure, and risk strategy.

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Markets Review: Rate Hikes, SIP Flows & Airtel Tariffs

Explore this weekly market review analyzing interest rate hikes, strong retail SIP inflows, and the impact of Bharti Airtel’s recent tariff hikes.

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J&K Unclaimed Bank Deposits: Rs 815 Cr Lying Dormant

Discover how Rs 815 crore remains unclaimed in dormant bank accounts across Jammu and Kashmir. Learn how to check and recover your funds using the RBI UDGAM portal.

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SBI Pensioners: Submit Digital Life Certificate 2026

Learn how SBI pensioners can submit their Jeevan Pramaan Digital Life Certificate online for 2026. Check prerequisites, step-by-step guide, and deadlines.

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Protect Your Capital: 3 Questions to Stop Investment Scams

Learn how to spot financial fraud and protect your hard-earned money. Ask these three critical questions before making any investment.

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Mutual Fund Over-Diversification & Bima Sugam Analysis

Discover the hidden risks of mutual fund over-diversification and portfolio overlap. Learn expert strategies for optimal asset allocation and Bima Sugam insights.

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HDFC Securities Launches Portfolio Optimiser Tool

HDFC Securities introduces Portfolio Optimiser to help investors evaluate performance, mitigate risks, and optimize mutual fund returns amidst SIP challenges.

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New EPF TDS Exemption Form for 2026-27 Tax Year

Discover how the government is simplifying EPF withdrawals with a new form for TDS exemptions starting in the 2026-27 tax year. Read the guide.

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NPS Fund Screener Oct 2026: Best Pension Managers

Explore the October 2026 National Pension Scheme fund screener data to shortlist consistent pension fund managers and optimize your retirement wealth.