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Bitcoin and Dogecoin emerge as India's favourite crypto duo: New study reveals how age shapes investing preference

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Bitcoin and Dogecoin emerged as the most popular crypto pairing among Indian investors across every age group, according to CoinSwitch's latest Q2 2026 edition of its flagship re... Read More


RBI's special FCNR(B) deposit deadline nears: Should investors tap this opportunity before 31 August? Expert weighs in

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has brought forward the deadline for its special FCNR(B) deposit swap facility, giving NRIs less time to lock in the higher interest rates offered... Read More


Claiming both HRA exemption and home loan interest deduction: Know when it is allowed - and when it's not

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- If you are claiming both HRA exemption and home loan interest deduction, then it is not automatically invalid. However, taxpayers must ensure that the rent paid, property status,... Read More


How income plus arbitrage FoFs are more tax-efficient than debt funds: The impact on investor returns

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- Income Plus Arbitrage Fund of Funds (FoFs) combine debt-oriented and arbitrage funds within a single mutual fund structure. These FoFs use rule-based strategies for the underlyin... Read More


Filing ITR by 31 August? Know the right forms for taxpayers with business or professional income

New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- With the 31 August deadline for filing income tax returns for non-audit taxpayers approaching, individuals earning income from a business or profession need to ensure they are us... Read More


Flexi-cap funds with highest and lowest large-cap stock allocation: What the data shows

New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- Flexi-cap funds are equity mutual funds that give fund managers the flexibility to invest across large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap stocks. However, this flexibility does not mean... Read More


Building a new house before selling the old one: Does Section 54 tax exemption apply? Rules explained

New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- Starting construction of a new house before selling an existing residential property does not automatically rule out a Section 54 exemption. However, the timing of construction,... Read More


Switching from regular to direct mutual funds: Know the hidden tax cost - and when the move actually pays off

New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- Both direct and regular plans of a mutual fund have the same portfolio and are managed by the same fund manager. The key difference is the expense ratio. Regular plans have high... Read More


Technology funds bounced back in July: What investors should know before boosting their IT exposure

New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- Technology mutual funds have regained investor attention after a sharp rebound in July. As per the NSE website, the Nifty IT index rose 16.77% in July, reversing a 9.56% decline ... Read More


Investor vs trader: How stock market income is taxed, which ITR form to file and key conditions explained

New Delhi, Aug. 19 -- If you invest or trade in the stock market, understanding how your income is taxed and which ITR form to file is crucial. The tax treatment depends on whether your activity is cl... Read More