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8th central pay commission: Who is IAS Pankaj Jain, Member Secretary of the 8th CPC panel with over 35 years in policy?

New Delhi, May 10 -- The 8th central pay commission (CPC) has set into motion discussions ahead of its recommendations for allowances, pay hikes, salary structure i.e. dearness allowance and fitment f... Read More


Income tax returns: What is the deadline to file ITR for FY26? Top FAQs answered on penalty, forms and delayed returns

New Delhi, May 10 -- The process to file your income-tax returns is accessible in more ways now with the process available to taxpayers online via the official e-filing portal. However, first-time tax... Read More


Looking for tax benefit for your car loan? Here's when and how you can get tax deduction for your new vehicle purchase

New Delhi, May 9 -- Purchasing a car is a major financial and aspirational milestone for many Indians, and it can be exciting and stressful at the same time. Overall, the loan you choose must balance ... Read More


Considering systematic withdrawal plan for retirement? Here's how SWP works, how it is taxed and its benefits, explained

New Delhi, May 9 -- If you are a retired salaried taxpayer or investor looking for regular fixed payouts from your mutual fund investment, systematic withdrawal plan (SWP) generates regular and steady... Read More


Building an emergency fund? Here's where you can invest for quick access to funds and optimal returns

New Delhi, May 7 -- When financial planning it is key to have an earmarked investment for emergency or "rainy" days, i.e. money set aside for unexpected situations. The key here is to keep your emerge... Read More


I asked ChatGPT to calculate corpus needed to retire in Kodaikanal by 55 years of age. the answer shocked me

New Delhi, May 7 -- I asked ChatGPT to calculate the required corpus to move and live in Kodaikanal at 55 after retirement, with a Rs.15 lakh per annum salary and Rs.1 lakh monthly expenses at 35. I ... Read More


Income-tax returns: Received a tax notice from the I-T department? Here's what you should do - Stepwise guide

New Delhi, May 6 -- The process to file your income-tax returns (ITR) is now also available online but may still be confusing for some first-time taxpayers. Today we look at what you should do if you ... Read More


Who is Manoj Kohli, former Bharti Airtel executive onboarded to fintech Alt DRX's Advisory Board?

New Delhi, May 6 -- Manoj Kohli, the former MD and CEO of Bharti Airtel, has joined fintech Alt DRX's Advisory Board as a non-director advisor, the company said in a release today, on 6 May. India's f... Read More


Dearness Allowance: DA for Pensioners - Who is eligible, how does it work? Here's all you need to know

New Delhi, May 6 -- Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees was hiked by 2% last month, effective from 1 January 2026, in accordance with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The rai... Read More


I asked ChatGPT to calculate my FIRE number for Rs.15 lakh pa, here's how much is needed to retire early.

New Delhi, May 6 -- Calculations for F.I.R.E. number: I asked ChatGPT to calculate the required F.I.R.E. number to create corpus for early retirement at 35 with Rs.15 lakh per annum salary. F.I.R.E. i... Read More