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8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator: How To Estimate Your New Take-Home Pay

Employees can use a salary calculator to estimate their new take-home pay following the 8th Pay Commission recommendations.
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Why Your ITR Refund Is Taking Time This Year: Key Reasons And FAQs

Several factors are causing delays in ITR refunds this year, affecting many taxpayers.
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Europe’s Gender Pay Gap for Finance Boards at Worst in Six Years

The gender pay gap in European financial boards has reached its highest level in six years.
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Soft Saving 101: The Money Habit Gen Z Swears By

Gen Z is adopting micro-savings habits to build financial security.
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Section 115UA Explained: Tax Rules For REIT And InvIT Investors

Explaining the tax rules for REIT and InvIT investors in India.
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SBI Revises ATM Charges After Interchange Fee Hike; New Rates Effective

SBI has revised its ATM charges following an increase in interchange fees.
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Greg Abel's salary as Berkshire CEO is way more than Warren Buffett! Here's how much cash he's getting paid in 2026

Greg Abel's upcoming salary as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway will surpass that of Warren Buffett, highlighting executive compensation trends.
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Refund Delay: Received Notice From Income Tax Department? Here’s What You Should Know

Taxpayers are advised on steps to take regarding income tax refund delays.
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BCCL sees workforce at 22,000 by 2030, wage hikes of 15–20% ahead

BCCL's projected workforce growth and wage hikes indicate a positive trend for employees.
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'Don't go after money, stay with us you'll get it anyway': Manager tells employee; Netizens react...

A manager's advice against discussing salary has sparked debate among employees online.
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EPFO to increase minimum monthly pension 5 times?

The Indian government is considering increasing the minimum monthly pension under the EPFO's Employees’ Pension Scheme.
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Mahindra & Mahindra transfers shares to employees under ESOP exercise

Mahindra & Mahindra has transferred equity shares to employees under its ESOP, enhancing employee compensation.
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How To Open A Savings Account That Pays You Interest Every Day At The Full Repo Rate

A new savings account scheme offers daily interest at the full repo rate, providing a competitive return for customers.
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SGB 2020-21 Series IX Early Exit: RBI Sets Redemption Price, Delivers Over 150% Return

The RBI announces a high redemption price for the Sovereign Gold Bond, offering substantial returns to investors.
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8th Pay Commission Update: Why Salaries Didn't Increase From January 1, 2026

The establishment of the 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to impact salary hikes for employees and pensioners.
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Fixed Vs Floating Home Loans: What Borrowers Should Weigh Before Locking Their EMI

Home loan buyers must weigh fixed vs floating rates based on various financial factors.
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Rising Costs, New Risks: Why Salaried India Must Reset Money Habits In 2026

Salaried individuals in India must adapt their money habits due to rising costs and shrinking pay.
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How Many People In Pakistan Earn Rs 1 Lakh A Month? The Numbers May Surprise You

A report reveals that only a small percentage of people in Pakistan earn over Rs 1 lakh a month.
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Selling Gold? Here’s How Section 54F May Help You Claim Deductions

Selling gold can lead to capital gains tax, but Section 54F offers a way to claim deductions.
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OpenAI sets new benchmark for startup pay as AI talent war escalates

OpenAI sets a new high for startup compensation amidst a talent war.
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‘Avg earnings per hour were Rs 102’: Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal debunks delivery partners' low pay concerns

Zomato's CEO addresses concerns about low pay for delivery partners, stating average earnings have increased.
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Vijay Shekhar Sharma-led Paytm grants ESOPs worth Rs 16.7 crore to eligible employees

One 97 Communications, the parent entity of Paytm , has approved a fresh grant of employee stock options (ESOP) under its existing ESOP framework. In a stock exchange filing, the company said its Nomination and Remuneration Committee approved the grant of 1,23,908 stock options to eligible employees under the One 97 Employees Stock Option Scheme 2019. The approval was granted on January 3, 2026, through circulation. Each stock option is convertible into one fully paid-up equity share of face value Rs 1, with an exercise price of Rs 9 per option. Based on Paytm’s Friday closing share price of around Rs 1,340.4, the newly granted ESOPs carry an approximate notional value of Rs 16.7 crore. The company also disclosed that 4,25,702 stock options lapsed during the period. There was no vesting, exercise, cancellation, or variation of terms of options reported as part of this disclosure. The equity shares allotted pursuant to the exercise of these options will not be subject to any lock-in....

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Central Govt Employees Likely To Get 2% DA Hike Soon; Salary To Rise From January 2026

The All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers rose by 0.5 points to 148.2, keeping the 12-month average firmly on track to take DA/DR to 60%, from 58% currently.

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IIT-Hyderabad student makes history: Rs 2.5 crore package breaks records amid tough job market

An Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad student has achieved a record Rs 2.5 crore package from Optiver. Edward Nathan Varghese will join the Netherlands-based firm as a software engineer. This historic offer highlights the institute's growing placement standards. Average packages have also seen a significant jump this placement season. The institute continues to produce highly sought-after talent.