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After repaying car loan, how to remove hypothecation in records online

Securing absolute ownership requires a formal update to the Vahan portal to prevent legal hurdles and insurance complications during future sales

After repaying car loan, how to remove hypothecation in records online
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Defence, semi-conductors, rare earths : Where to invest after Budget 2026

Real sinals are embedded in the Budget document-policy continuity, withdrawal of customs duties on manufactured goods, and a clear shift towards strategic sectors like defence, semiconductors

Defence, semi-conductors, rare earths : Where to invest after Budget 2026
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

Cancer treatment bills hit Rs 30 lakh, insurance cover falls short: Report

Medical inflation and prolonged, multi-stage care leave many Indian families underinsured, it says

Cancer treatment bills hit Rs 30 lakh, insurance cover falls short: Report
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Flexi-cap equity, credit core bets for 2026: Motilal backs 50% large caps

Large caps/hybrids should be considered as portfolio anchors for 2026, complemented by staggered, selective exposure to mid and small caps on the back of improving sentiment

Flexi-cap equity, credit core bets for 2026: Motilal backs 50% large caps
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:54 AM IST

CBDT to issue new tax rules; 88% taxpayers already in new regime

The old tax regime refers to the income tax calculation and slabs that existed before the introduction of the new tax regime in 2020. Old tax regime has higher tax rates, but taxpayers get exemptions.

CBDT to issue new tax rules; 88% taxpayers already in new regime
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:11 AM IST

Budget 2026 extends immunity to misreporting, but with key trade-offs

The proposal extends relief from penalty and prosecution in misreporting cases, but taxpayers must forgo the right to appeal and carefully weigh the strength of their case

Budget 2026 extends immunity to misreporting, but with key trade-offs
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

Union Budget 2026: Are you eligible for standard deduction in FY27?

Standard deduction cannot be claimed on freelance, interest, rental or business income, say experts

Union Budget 2026: Are you eligible for standard deduction in FY27?
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

High-end Worli apartment with six car parks sold for ₹123.5 crore

The apartment has a RERA carpet area of 6,772.28 sq ft, along with an additional 367.05 sq ft of balcony and open terrace space, taking the total usable area to over 7,100 sq ft

High-end Worli apartment with six car parks sold for ₹123.5 crore
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 4:36 PM IST

Budget 2026 simplifies tax rules for PF trusts: What changes for you

EPFO said the rationalisation will serve the interests of all stakeholders by ensuring convergence between the Income Tax Act and EPF laws.

Budget 2026 simplifies tax rules for PF trusts: What changes for you
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 3:06 PM IST

Getting a bank locker? Here's everything to know before signing in

Bank locker safety is not absolute. Here's how costs, RBI rules and liability caps work before you store jewellery and key documents inside

Getting a bank locker? Here's everything to know before signing in
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 2:16 PM IST

Scrap yard or resale market? Know the best option for your vehicle

Scrapping incentives vs resale value- what really puts more money back in your pocket

Scrap yard or resale market? Know the best option for your vehicle
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

More insurance policies, less panic? New study data shows a pattern

Study finds financial anxiety drops 6-7 points when families hold four or more insurance policies across income groups

More insurance policies, less panic? New study data shows a pattern
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 12:15 PM IST

₹46,599 for India-London round trip: Air India sale offers fares from ₹1499

One free date change on all bookings made during sale period

₹46,599 for India-London round trip: Air India sale offers fares from ₹1499
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 11:29 AM IST

Cyber insurance explained: Shield against online fraud and ID theft

It gives access to legal, forensic and recovery support, not just money reimbursement, say experts

Cyber insurance explained: Shield against online fraud and ID theft
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 4:19 PM IST

New baggage rules: How much gold jewellery you can bring in without duty

Changes shift gold jewellery limits to a weight-based system and remove value caps on personal electronics to improve traveller convenience

New baggage rules: How much gold jewellery you can bring in without duty
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 3:24 PM IST

Gold and silver's wild ride: From record highs to sudden shock explained

While the market was already stretched, one of the triggers for the selloff came from a sharp change in expectations around US monetary policy.

Gold and silver's wild ride: From record highs to sudden shock explained
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 2:32 PM IST

India's housing pips global peers as prices rise faster than most countries

India ranks 10 th in price growth with 9.6% annual growth; only APAC market in top 10

India's housing pips global peers as prices rise faster than most countries
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

Income tax calculator after Budget 2026: Rs 6-50 lakh tax break-up

Income tax calculator: Compare old and new tax regimes to see how much you'll actually pay on Rs 6-50 lakh income in FY27

Income tax calculator after Budget 2026: Rs 6-50 lakh tax break-up
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Budget narrows SGB tax tax-free status: Check investments still exempt

Investors face a narrowed tax-free window for Sovereign Gold Bonds as the Budget shifts focus back to traditional EEE-rated savings schemes

Budget narrows SGB tax tax-free status: Check investments still exempt
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 12:31 PM IST

Godrej Prop sells ₹1,000 cr plots in Panipat, ₹2,000 cr homes in Worli

Godrej Properties sells ₹3,000 crore worth homes and plots in Panipat, Worli

Godrej Prop sells ₹1,000 cr plots in Panipat, ₹2,000 cr homes in Worli
Updated On : 03 Feb 2026 | 9:23 AM IST