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The government on March 30, 2026 notified Income Tax Return (ITR) forms ITR-1 to ITR-7 for the assessment year 2026-27, marking the start of the ITR filing season. Individuals, pensioners, professionals and other taxpayers can now file their returns using the applicable forms by July 31, 2026.A key change this year relates to ITR-1 (Sahaj),…

William Walsh (File photo) NEW DELHI: IndiGo airlines on Tuesday announced the appointment of former British Airways chief William Walsh as new CEO. This comes after Pieter Elbers resigned earlier this month after major operational crisis faced by the aviation operator in December last year.“The Board of IndiGo announces the appointment of William Walsh as…

A month into the Gulf conflict, early economic strain is surfacing in the United Arab Emirates, with companies in hospitality, travel, events and food & beverage beginning to cut costs through layoffs, pay reductions and unpaid leave, according to an ET report.People tracking hiring trends said the adjustment has already started at the firm level…

As the Middle East crisis escalates, crude oil prices could surge to $150 or $200 a barrel if the near-closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues over the next six to eight weeks. The disruption is a result of the ongoing war involving the US, Israel, and Iran, which has already prompted Persian Gulf producers…

India’s petrol shipments dropped significantly in March, declining 33% to 8.31 million barrels. (AI image) US-Iran war impact: India’s diesel exports have climbed by 20% in March amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The widening gap between crude oil prices and refined diesel prices have led India to ramp up diesel exports by about 20%…

Historically, companies maintained a sizeable bench by hiring in anticipation of future projects. (AI image) Indian IT sector majors – Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, Infosys, HCL Tech, and Tech Mahindra – have seen their bench strength drop by 25% in the last two years. Bench strength acts as a traditional reserve workforce with an…

April 2026 bank holidays: As April 2026 approaches, several banks across India will remain closed for national and state-specific holidays. Customers planning branch visits are advised to check holiday schedules in advance to avoid inconvenience. They should also plan for transactions like cheque clearances, large cash deposits, or demand drafts in advance. Banks will also…

Gold price prediction today: Gold is trading as a risk asset and not a safe haven asset, says Praveen Singh, Head Currencies and Commodities, Mirae Asset ShareKhan. Source link

MUMBAI: A year that started with volatility with the US President Donald Trump’s liberation day announcement that left global investors jittery, ended with even more volatility due to the war in West Asia, also started by the US President.After a record rally in terms of investor wealth in the domestic market, they are back exactly…

Asian shares on Tuesday recorded their steepest fall since 2022, as the Middle East war completed a month, fuelling fears of higher inflation and slower economic growth.MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.55 per cent and was on track for a monthly decline of more than 12 per cent, marking its worst…