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Scuba diving gains depth as more Indians spend on underwater experiences

From beginners to certified divers, Indians are spending more on scuba diving and underwater adventures than ever before

Temporary-status govt workers can get pension without regularisation: SC

Ruling clarifies eligibility, key conditions and steps employees and families should now take to claim benefits

PF above ₹1,800 now formally voluntary: What changes under EPF Scheme 2026

New EPF rules bring legal clarity on higher PF contributions and simplify advance withdrawals from 13 categories to three

EPF Scheme 2026 notified: What changes for your PF account, pension

New EPF framework explained: What changes for subscribers and what stays the same in your retirement savings plan

RBI keeps 8.05% bond rate unchanged: Better than FDs and savings schemes?

State-backed bond offers a steady income option, but investors need to weigh returns, tax impact, liquidity and changing rates before choosing it

Akshay Kumar sells 2 luxury apartments in Mumbai's Mulund for Rs 12.4 cr

Akshay Kumar pares Mumbai property portfolio with Rs 12.38 crore Oberoi Enigma deal

SC sets motor accident compensation rules: ITR may decide payment

Bench differentiates between salaried and self-employed victims, bringing clarity to how courts should assess income while deciding compensation claims.

Mandatory PF contribution capped at Rs 1,800? Here's what it means for you

EPF Scheme 2026 decoded: Will your take-home salary increase?

Delhi-NCR premium housing sales jump 30% in Q1; Rs 1-cr homes dominate

7 in 10 homes sold in Delhi-NCR now cost over Rs 1 crore: Equirus

Travelling without ticket, damaging property: Railway increases fine

New railway rules increase monetary penalties for common offences, including travelling without a ticket, entering women-reserved coaches and misusing facilities.

HDFC Bank changes SmartBuy rewards rules, caps benefits: Rules explained

Premium credit card users can now earn only 3,000 accelerated points monthly on SmartBuy brand vouchers, while overall reward limits remain unchanged

Govt retains small savings rates for July-Sept quarter: Check terms

The Finance Ministry has put out the latest rates for PPF, SSY, SCSS and other small savings schemes for the second quarter of FY27

Delayed home handover? Don't waive your right to seek compensation

If you must sign to get possession from the developer, record in writing that you are accepting possession without prejudice to your right to seek compensation

Keystone Realtors buys Rs 143-crore development rights for Versova project

Keystone Realtors has acquired development rights worth Rs 143.45 crore from Parth Construction to increase the buildable area of its Versova redevelopment project

July income tax deadlines: ITR filing, other key dates taxpayers must track

July brings multiple tax deadlines, from TDS filings to the July 31 ITR deadline. Here are key dates taxpayers need to track

July 1 financial changes: Higher costs, new rules and deadlines explained

From higher passport fees to revised credit card rules, several changes from July 1 will affect taxpayers, bank customers and everyday financial decisions.

Investments by NRI women up 70% in a year, West sees stronger uptake: Study

Women account for 7.3% of NRI investors, as changing household structures and digital investing reshape wealth trends.

Oberoi Realty enters Delhi-NCR with Gurugram project; homes from Rs 18 cr

'We want a Gurugram business as big as Mumbai': Oberoi Realty enters Delhi-NCR

Can Namo Cities become NCR's next real estate hotspots? Here's what we know

How Namo Cities could create the next Gurugram or Noida

Outlook for debt funds improves, but avoid chasing long-duration gains

Keep the core allocation in short- to medium-duration funds; match fund maturity with financial goals