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Festive loan this year? 60% of borrowers' EMIs nearly match their family income - what to check

New Delhi, Sept. 22 -- As the festive season approaches, many households may consider taking a personal loan, using a credit card, or opting for other forms of credit to fund travel, shopping, or fami... और पढ़ें


GST on MDR will not impose additional burden on merchants: NPCI explains how they can adjust it against tax liability

New Delhi, Sept. 22 -- A Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) of 0.4% will be applied to Person-to-Merchant (P2M) UPI transactions above Rs.2,000 from 15 October 2026. For transactions of Rs.75,000 and above,... और पढ़ें


Small-cap mutual funds: How large- and mid-cap exposure differs across schemes; check 1-year returns

New Delhi, Sept. 22 -- Small-cap mutual funds are required to invest at least 65% of their assets in small-cap stocks. However, fund managers have flexibility over the remaining portion of the portfol... और पढ़ें


UPI MDR on mutual funds: Experts explain how investors could bear the charge and its impact on returns

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- If you invest in mutual funds and make transactions through UPI, there is a new charge you should know about from 15 October 2026. A 0.02% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) will app... और पढ़ें


India-New Zealand FTA from 20 October: From kiwi to apples and honey, here's what could get cheaper for you

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will come into force on 20 October 2026, paving the way for lower import duties on several products coming from New Zealand. Th... और पढ़ें


Attention, Delhi women! 18.5 lakh Saheli Pink Cards issued; get yours now to continue free bus travel from 1 October

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Delhi's Saheli Pink Smart Card will become mandatory for women passengers seeking free travel on Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and Cluster buses from 1 October 2026. The DT... और पढ़ें


Tax audit for AY 2026-27: Key changes in Form 3CD you should know before 30 September deadline

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- If you are filing an income tax return for AY 2026-27 and are covered by a tax audit, this must be completed by 30 September. However, the ITR filing deadline is 31 October 2026... और पढ़ें


Invested in Nifty 50 index mutual funds? Here's why you should consider REITs to diversify your portfolio

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- If your investments are concentrated in Nifty 50 index funds or other equity mutual funds, a new report highlights why Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) could be worth consi... और पढ़ें


Income plus arbitrage mutual funds: ICICI Pru tops 1-year returns at over 6%; know the portfolio mix

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Investors looking for a combination of debt income and arbitrage returns have a mutual fund category that combines both strategies. Income Plus Arbitrage FoFs are hybrid fund-of... और पढ़ें


Gilt mutual funds: ICICI Prudential tops 5-year returns at over 6%; all 23 schemes remain in the green

New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Gilt mutual funds invest predominantly in government securities. Under the category definition, these open-ended debt schemes must invest at least 80% of their total assets in g... और पढ़ें