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Tax incentives alone unlikely to reverse FPI outflows, say market experts

Tax incentives alone unlikely to reverse FPI outflows, say market experts

Financial Express

Foreign investors are pulling out lots of money from Indian markets, especially since the West Asia conflict started. Experts say tax cuts alone won't fix this. They believe "as long as these factors persist, FPIs are likely to continue selling." India's perception as an AI laggard and stronger returns elsewhere are big reasons.

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No ITR filing needed: These taxpayers are exempt from filing by using this form under Income Tax Act 2025

No ITR filing needed: These taxpayers are exempt from filing by using this form under Income Tax Act 2025

Financial Express

Good news for some! Many senior citizens, 75 and above, won't need to file ITRs this year. If your income is just pension and bank interest, you can use Form 125. Your bank will handle taxes. This helps avoid the filing hassle, but you must meet specific rules.

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Subsidy spend may exceed BE by Rs 2 lakh crore

Subsidy spend may exceed BE by Rs 2 lakh crore

Financial Express

The government's subsidy bill might go up by a huge Rs 2 lakh crore! This is because of problems with getting things like gas and fertilisers through a key waterway. Officials said, "there's a chance of good news on the Strait of Hormuz." If prices stay high, food and cooking gas subsidies could also need more money.

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I asked ChatGPT to calculate the FIRE number for Delhi techie earning ₹25 lakh pa to retire early

I asked ChatGPT to calculate the FIRE number for Delhi techie earning ₹25 lakh pa to retire early

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A Delhi techie earning ₹25 lakh yearly asked ChatGPT for his FIRE number to retire early. The AI chatbot said he needs ₹60,000 monthly, or ₹7.2 lakh yearly, for early retirement at 45. This is easier due to no rent and a 50% savings rate.

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Insist on Tata Sons' time-bound listing: InGovern tells RBI

Insist on Tata Sons' time-bound listing: InGovern tells RBI

@businessline

InGovern wants the RBI to push Tata Sons to list soon, saying it's the only big company not following rules. They believe "systemic importance" needs "systemic transparency." InGovern said, "Regulators are not meant to preserve private valuation convenience." This move would bring more openness for many shareholders.

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Coal flexibility push slows as storage gains edge in balancing India's power grid

Coal flexibility push slows as storage gains edge in balancing India's power grid

Financial Express

India's plan to make coal plants more flexible is slowing down. Officials are worried about the costs and technical issues. Battery storage is becoming a better option for balancing the grid. A meeting discussed that progress "has not been commensurate with the phasing plan" due to a lack of rules and payment.

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India's fuel demand falls 4.6%; natural gas use down 16.7%, LNG imports plunge 29.6%

India's fuel demand falls 4.6%; natural gas use down 16.7%, LNG imports plunge 29.6%

Financial Express

India's fuel use dropped 4.6% in April 2026, with natural gas down 16.7% and LNG imports plunging 29.6%. This shows energy demand stress due to high global prices and West Asia issues. Official data showed "total petroleum product consumption declined 4.6%". The country paid much more for crude oil imports too.

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Crude above $100 could trigger earnings downgrade cycle: SMC Global CEO

Crude above $100 could trigger earnings downgrade cycle: SMC Global CEO

@businessline

If crude oil stays above $100, it could hurt company profits, says SMC Global CEO. He warned that "Indian markets are entering a phase of sustained macro risk." Higher fuel costs mean more inflation and could impact sectors like aviation and paints. But if things calm down, it could be good for green energy.

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Signature Global aims to almost double revenue in FY27 to ₹5,000 crore: Chairman

Signature Global aims to almost double revenue in FY27 to ₹5,000 crore: Chairman

@businessline

Signature Global wants to nearly double its revenue to ₹5,000 crore by FY27. Chairman Pradeep Aggarwal said, "We have given the revenue recognition guidance of ₹5,000 crore." This growth is expected as construction delays from last year's pollution ban are over, and they plan to invest heavily in land and building.

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Warren Buffett sits on $400 bn cash as Michael Burry warns of AI bubble. Is a massive market crash coming?

Warren Buffett sits on $400 bn cash as Michael Burry warns of AI bubble. Is a massive market crash coming?

Economic Times

Warren Buffett is holding a massive $400 billion in cash, while Michael Burry warns of an AI bubble. Buffett said, "it is not the ideal environment to invest." This suggests they might be expecting a big market drop soon, as they've seen worse before.

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Knowledge Realty Trust to invest Rs 700 cr to build 1.4 mn sq ft office space in Bengaluru

Knowledge Realty Trust to invest Rs 700 cr to build 1.4 mn sq ft office space in Bengaluru

Economic Times

Knowledge Realty Trust plans to spend Rs 700 crore over three years to build 1.4 million sq ft of office space in Bengaluru. They are also "looking for acquisitions for inorganic growth." The company expects continued growth in income and distributions, driven by strong demand for office spaces, especially from foreign companies setting up Global Capability Centres.

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Signature Global aims to almost double revenue in FY27 to Rs 5,000 cr: Chairman

Signature Global aims to almost double revenue in FY27 to Rs 5,000 cr: Chairman

Economic Times

Signature Global wants to nearly double its revenue to Rs 5,000 crore by FY27. Chairman Pradeep Aggarwal said, "We have given the revenue recognition guidance of Rs 5,000 crore for the current fiscal year." Construction delays last year impacted revenue, but project completion should improve soon. They plan to invest heavily in land and construction.

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