Four labour codes, 15 worker categories — What changes in salary, leave and workplace rules? Key things to know

Four labour codes, 15 worker categories — What changes in salary, leave and workplace rules? Key things to know

India’s labour system was stuck in old rules for many years with 29 different laws, each with its own forms, documents and offices. Employees often had no idea which rule actually protected their rights, and employers spent more time doing paperwork than running their business. Most of these laws were written before or just after…

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Stuck in debt trap? Don’t bite off more than you can chew—Use this salary-EMI rule for future

Stuck in debt trap? Don’t bite off more than you can chew—Use this salary-EMI rule for future

EMIs rising faster than your salary? Feeling the pressure every month and unsure where you went wrong? Most debt traps begin silently—with one bad EMI decision. But is there a rule that keeps you safe? Experts say yes, and this single salary-EMI formula can change everything. Today, many people take loans without checking how much…

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Looking for a risk-free investment? Post Office RD turns tiny monthly savings into a Rs 21-lakh corpus in five years

Looking for a risk-free investment? Post Office RD turns tiny monthly savings into a Rs 21-lakh corpus in five years

The Post Office Recurring Deposit (RD) scheme is fast emerging as a preferred option for investors seeking stable, guaranteed and risk-free returns amid volatile market conditions. Backed by the Government of India, the scheme allows savers to build a sizeable fund through small monthly deposits, making it particularly attractive for those planning long-term financial goals…

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Income Tax Refund Delays: CBDT says pending dues to be cleared by December; here’s how to check your refund status

Income Tax Refund Delays: CBDT says pending dues to be cleared by December; here’s how to check your refund status

The delay in income tax refunds has become a major concern for millions of taxpayers, even as many others have already received their dues. Addressing these concerns, CBDT (Central Board of Direct Taxes) Chairman Ravi Agarwal has clarified that the department is currently investigating “high-value” and “red-flagged” refund claims due to suspected incorrect deductions. He…

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Power of SIP: Want Rs 4 crore in 29 years? Here’s how much you may need to invest every month

Power of SIP: Want Rs 4 crore in 29 years? Here’s how much you may need to invest every month

Power of Compounding: If you feel your hard-earned money often goes into unnecessary expenses and you wish to build long-term wealth, here’s a smart investment option for you. By investing a fixed amount every month, you can slowly build a substantial corpus to meet your future financial goals. It’s a long term investment, where you…

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No Salary, No ITR! Why your PAN card could become inoperative from January 1, 2026

No Salary, No ITR! Why your PAN card could become inoperative from January 1, 2026

Aadhaar-PAN Linking: Linking your Permanent Account Number (PAN) with your Aadhaar card is a mandatory requirement under Indian tax laws. The Income Tax Department has repeatedly emphasised this step, and as per the latest update, the deadline to complete the PAN-Aadhaar linking is December 31, 2025. Failing to do so could make your PAN inoperative…

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