Switched to the new income tax regime? Why these older tax-saving instruments still make sense

Here are some of the tax-saving instruments that still deserve a place in your long-term wealth strategy, even without the tax break. The author is CEO of PaisabazaarFor many, saving tax has long been one of the key reasons for investing in tax-saving instruments. These instruments have helped Indians not only reduce their tax liability … Read more

What we know about the Cornell University frat house rape investigation

The county’s top prosecutor said on Monday that his office would reopen a criminal inquiry into the alleged rape. Once appropriate charges were determined, the case would be prosecuted “in the most objective and impartial means possible” through a grand jury, said Tompkins County District Attorney Matthew Van Houten. In the US legal system, prosecutors … Read more

The Paradise: Nani seeks Goddess Kanaka Durga’s blessings in Vijayawada as ‘The Paradise’ nears Rs 150 crore gross in India | Telugu Movie News

Natural Star Nani after the release of his latest film ‘The Paradise’ visited the Kanaka Durga Temple at Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada and offered prayers to Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy and Goddess Kanaka Durga. Temple officials and staff welcomed Nani, who had a special darshan before receiving blessings from the pandits. He was also presented with … Read more

Intelligent Traffic Management System: Delhi traffic gets a ‘brain’: How new Rs 1,789-crore traffic system will change your commute

FIle photo: Heavy traffic congestion Delhi’s traffic signals could soon become more responsive to the traffic they are actually handling, rather than operating largely on fixed timings.The Centre has approved a Rs 1,789.52-crore Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) for the capital, bringing signals, traffic enforcement, emergency vehicle movement and commuter information onto an integrated technology … Read more

Republic of Ireland will fulfil second Israel fixture, says head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson

Republic of Ireland head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson says the team’s second Uefa Nations League game against Israel will go ahead as planned. Hallgrimsson’s side beat Israel 3-0 in Hungary on Sunday after the Republic of Ireland players voted to fulfil the fixture. They have faced calls to withdraw from the games because of the ongoing … Read more

ILT20 Season 5 Player Auction: Big names, purse remaining and everything you need to know | Cricket News

ILT20 Season 4 Player Auction (ILT20 Photo) The International League T20 (ILT20) Season 5 Player Auction will be held on Thursday, October 1, in Dubai, with more than 200 players from 23 countries set to go under the hammer. The auction pool features some of the biggest names in T20 cricket, including Babar Azam, Phil … Read more

Nitin Gadkari says flex-fuel engines capable of running on 100% ethanol are being developed; vehicles using the technology will be introduced as India pushes alternative fuels

Gadkari said ethanol production had already helped farmers, pointing to the rise in maize prices. (Image for representative purpose only) After introducing E20 petrol for cars, there is now focus on flex-fuel engines that will be able to operate entirely on ethanol or E100. Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently said that ethanol … Read more

Met Police submits Grenfell Tower fire investigation files to CPS

The Metropolitan Police has submitted its final investigation file into the Grenfell Tower fire to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Twenty companies and organisations as well as 54 individuals could face criminal charges, the force said. These include corporate manslaughter, gross negligence manslaughter, health and safety offences, fraud and fraud-related offences and misconduct in public … Read more

Regulating AI ‘not the right place to start’ says Bank of England governor

The Governor of the Bank of England has said regulating artificial intelligence (AI) “is not the right place to start” but instead called first for “rigorous” testing to find vulnerabilities and safeguards to contain risk. Writing his first-ever article for Substack, Andrew Bailey said the risks around AI were “real and increasingly significant”. Bailey said … Read more

To end 34-year Ranji drought, Punjab rope in 38-year-old Umesh Yadav as guest player | Exclusive | Cricket News

Umesh Yadav is set to join Punjab from Vidarbha. NEW DELHI: Punjab are turning to experience in its quest to end a 34-year wait for the Ranji Trophy, making a significant departure from their traditional approach by signing 38-year-old India pacer Umesh Yadav as a guest player for the 2026-27 domestic season. The move is … Read more

New CAFE-III fuel-efficiency rules: What changes for EVs, hybrids and small cars

What changes for EVs, hybrids and small cars India’s passenger vehicle industry is set for a new fuel-efficiency regime, with the government notifying Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE-III) norms that are set to come into force from April 1, 2027. The framework, which will remain applicable until March 31, 2032, covers new passenger vehicles manufactured … Read more

‘Chumbak’ Part 1 ending explained, who plays whom in the chaotic neighbourhood starring Neena Gupta, Deven Bhojani, Arjun Bijlani, Helly Shah, Manasi Parekh and Sumeet Vyas ahead of Part 2 release on October 1 |

Chumak Part 1 ending and cast explained ahead of Part 2 release on October 1 (Image Credits Netflix) The much loved OTT series ‘Chumbak’ from the makers of ‘Khichdi’, ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Baa Bahu Aur Baby’ are returning with Part 2 on October 1, bringing back its colourful ensemble of characters and the five interconnected … Read more

Anthropic targets $2 trillion valuation despite huge spending and billions in losses

Anthropic targets $2 trillion valuation despite huge spending and billions in losses Anthropic has put a massive price tag on the AI boom, backing it with an equally heavy spending plan.The AI giant is heading towards a potential valuation of more than $2 trillion even as it plans $518 billion in cloud computing and infrastructure … Read more

Ashwin picks Sachin over Kohli, reveals what Virat must do to be on the same level | Cricket News

Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar (AP Photo) Ravichandran Ashwin has spent years sharing the dressing room with both Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, but when asked to settle the never-ending debate over who is the better batsman, the former India spinner has a clear answer.For Ashwin, Tendulkar remains ahead of Kohli, and his reasoning goes … Read more

Gold price prediction today: Why are gold prices down to 7-week low? Check September 30, 2026 outlook

​The bias stays cautious, with yields and Fed policy still the dominant driver even as the pace of losses has slowed. Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are down from recent highs and a firmer dollar is adding to its woes. The bias for gold prices continues to stay cautious, says Vedika Narvekar, Research Analyst … Read more