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Adani Group's EBITDA crosses Rs 90,000 cr in 12 months to June

Adani Group's EBITDA crosses Rs 90,000 cr in 12 months to June

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The Adani Group reported its highest-ever trailing twelve-month EBITDA of Rs 90,572 crore, driven by strong performance in its core infrastructure and clean energy businesses, along with contributions from its emerging airports segment, the conglomerate said on Thursday. The group reported an earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) of Rs 90,572 crore for the period from July 2024 to June 2025, up from Rs 85,502 crore pre-tax profit in the trailing twelve months ending June 2024, it said in a statement.

BharatPe Bets Big On Online Payments

BharatPe Bets Big On Online Payments

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

'Our focus would be to onboard top 100 merchants in top 10 different segments.'

FPI onboarding: Sebi hints at more respite

FPI onboarding: Sebi hints at more respite

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has planned a slew of further relaxations to facilitate easier registrations of foreign portfolio investors (FPIs), including a common know-your-client (KYC) and smoother documentation through India digital signature.

Remittance tax: Cost of sending money home to rise for Indians in US

Remittance tax: Cost of sending money home to rise for Indians in US

Rediff.com17 May 2025

In President Donald Trump's big priority bill, there is a proposal for a 5 percent excise tax on remittance transfers that would cover more than 40 million people, including those holding green cards and H1B visas.

Lotus India Tax Plan ? Should you buy?

Lotus India Tax Plan ? Should you buy?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2006

Being an ELSS, it offers deduction under Sec. 80C

Top 18 states' revenues to grow 7-9% in FY26: Crisil

Top 18 states' revenues to grow 7-9% in FY26: Crisil

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

India's 18 largest states, accounting for over 90 per cent of the country's gross state domestic product (GSDP), are likely to record a marginal uptick in revenue growth to 7-9 per cent this year, from 6.6 per cent clocked in 2024-25 (FY25), rating agency Crisil said in a report on Tuesday. This growth, slower than the decadal average of about 10 per cent, would lift these states' cumulative revenue to around Rs 40 trillion in FY26 from Rs 37.26 trillion in FY25.

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Has Karur Tragedy Halted Vijay's Political Rise?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

The Karur tragedy has exposed the huge gaps in Vijay's understanding of realpolitik, elections and political administration, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Debt MFs Vs FDs

Debt MFs Vs FDs

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Despite similar tax treatment, debt MFs enjoy certain advantages over FDs.

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Want 2 Cr In 5 Yrs? Your SIPs Should Be...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

'How To Claim 0 Tax On 2 Flats?'

'How To Claim 0 Tax On 2 Flats?'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Do you have financial planning or income tax queries? Ask rediffGURU Anil Rego.

G20 backs tax plan, seeks to chart recovery

G20 backs tax plan, seeks to chart recovery

Rediff.com19 Jul 2013

Fed stimulus withdrawal eyed, clarity sought from China

Trump's Tariff Give Electronics A Breather

Trump's Tariff Give Electronics A Breather

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

But the respite may not last long.

Made-in-America tax plan may hit India's manufacturing firms

Made-in-America tax plan may hit India's manufacturing firms

Rediff.com3 May 2021

US proposal to raise the global corporate tax rate to 28% from 21% might face resistance from countries unwilling to give up their edge and compete with America on its terms.

What Is A Gift Deed?

What Is A Gift Deed?

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

All that you must know about the pros and cons of gift deeds, tax implications, essentials, documents required, conditions, etc...

'No Indian insurer can ignore bancassurance'

'No Indian insurer can ignore bancassurance'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

'While we expand into other areas, banca remains our primary channel, and we continue to be a banca-led organisation.'

Limit Crypto Bets: 2%-5% Is Safe Zone

Limit Crypto Bets: 2%-5% Is Safe Zone

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

Investors should be mindful of the high volatility in cryptos: Bitcoin has fallen more than 80 per cent in past corrections.

Don't Die Without A Will! Here's Why

Don't Die Without A Will! Here's Why

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

Protect your hard-earned wealth with a will -- halt family rifts and secure your children's future. Pranjali Madnani explains how.

FinMin: 'Setbacks Make Us Stronger'

FinMin: 'Setbacks Make Us Stronger'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

'If the near-term economic pain is absorbed more by those who have the ability and the financial strength to do so, then small and medium enterprises in downstream industries will emerge stronger from the trade imbroglio.'

India's Oil Reforms Aim To Counter US, EU Pressure

India's Oil Reforms Aim To Counter US, EU Pressure

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

The government has no say in where the country's refiners source oil from because these are commercial transactions.

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

State governments have requested the Centre for export incentives, lifting of import duty in the case of cotton for the textile sector and GST exemptions.

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Apple's India Plans Unfazed by US-China Tariff Truce

Rediff.com22 May 2025

There's no change in Apple Inc's India strategy, said a top government source. 'It can only be enhanced'.

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Want Tax Benefit On Insurance Plan?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

An individual can avail tax deduction on the amount spent during the year on a deferred annuity for self, spouse, or child.

Sitharaman on the merits of next gen GST reforms

Sitharaman on the merits of next gen GST reforms

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

The next generation GST reforms would 'absolutely' set an economy open and transparent with further reduction in compliance burden and benefiting small businesses, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Tuesday.

'Where There Is So Much Infrastructure Creation, There Will Be Debt'

'Where There Is So Much Infrastructure Creation, There Will Be Debt'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

'We have created massive infrastructure in the past six years.'

'Old Or New Tax Regime? I Earn...'

'Old Or New Tax Regime? I Earn...'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.

Adani Ports, JSW Infra make logistics anchor for cargo growth plans

Adani Ports, JSW Infra make logistics anchor for cargo growth plans

Rediff.com24 May 2025

Adani Ports and JSW Infrastructure, India's leading private port operators, are expanding their logistics services to capture extra cargo while they run integrated transport services. "With incrementally less availability of lucrative port assets that can drive cargo volumes, port operators have naturally shifted their focus on deriving value in the upstream integration, i.e., the logistics space.

Centre plans to list at least five RRBs by FY27-end

Centre plans to list at least five RRBs by FY27-end

Rediff.com24 May 2025

After the merger of regional rural banks (RRBs) under the "One State, One RRB" policy to improve their efficiency and minimise competition among public-sector banks (PSBs) that sponsor them, the government is planning to list at least five RRBs by the end of financial year 2026-27 (FY27). After the latest amalgamation that came into effect on May 1, there are 28 RRBs in 26 states and two Union Territories (UTs), with more than 22,000 branches covering 700 districts.

Confused About New Tax Rates? Ask Our Experts

Confused About New Tax Rates? Ask Our Experts

Rediff.com1 Feb 2025

Ask tax gurus Mihir Tanna, Samkit Maniar, Vivek Lala, Anil Rego, T S Khurana and Mahesh Padmanabhan your Budget-related tax questions

Indirect tax to rise by 8.3%, corporate tax by 10.4% in FY26

Indirect tax to rise by 8.3%, corporate tax by 10.4% in FY26

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The government's indirect tax collection is expected to increase by 8.3 pc in the financial year 2025-26 (FY26), according to a report by ICICI Bank. The report also noted that this growth is higher than the 7.1 per cent increase seen in FY25 and is mainly driven by rise in GST revenue from strong urban consumption. It said "The increase is driven by higher goods and services tax collections which in-turn is explained by boost to urban consumption".

'MF Gain: 2.5L. How Much Tax To Pay?'

'MF Gain: 2.5L. How Much Tax To Pay?'

Rediff.com24 Feb 2025

rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.

Impact of 50% US tariff would be concentrated in Q2: CEA Nageswaran

Impact of 50% US tariff would be concentrated in Q2: CEA Nageswaran

Rediff.com30 Aug 2025

The 50 per cent US tariff on Indian goods pose a downside risk to growth but the impact is expected to be short-lived for the economy, and consumption demand could see an uptick after the new goods and service tax (GST) rates are implemented which could even offset the external uncertainty, Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran reckoned on Friday.

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Succession Vacuum Fuels Family Feuds In India Inc

Rediff.com9 Aug 2025

Unresolved succession plans and informal ownership structures are fuelling bitter family fights across India's corporate boardrooms.

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Sensex jumps 676 pts as GST reform bid sparks rally

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Among Sensex firms, Maruti zoomed the most by 8.94 per cent. Bajaj Finance rallied over 5 per cent, UltraTech Cement by 3.71 per cent, and Bajaj Finserv by 3.7 per cent. Mahindra & Mahindra, Hindustan Unilever and Trent were also among the gainers. However, ITC was the biggest loser, dropping by 1.26 per cent. Eternal, Tech Mahindra and Larsen & Toubro also declined.

Should You Repay Your Home Loan Or Increase Your SIPs?

Should You Repay Your Home Loan Or Increase Your SIPs?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

At the end of the day, this isn't about choosing between EMIs and SIPs. It's about choosing your path to financial freedom.

Mumbai civic body to tax commercial buildings in slums

Mumbai civic body to tax commercial buildings in slums

Rediff.com4 Feb 2025

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to impose property tax on commercial establishments operating in slum areas and is also considering the levy of a Solid Waste Management (SWM) user charge in the future. The civic body is expecting to collect a total of Rs 5,200 crore in property tax during the next financial year. The BMC intends to levy an SWM charge on Mumbaikars in a phased manner though it would not be levied in FY 2025-26.

Are Reels Guiding Your Financial Decisions? Beware!

Are Reels Guiding Your Financial Decisions? Beware!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Reels often induce the FOMO-'Act now!' mentality. But sound investing is about consistency, diversification and a long-term horizon.

85% pvt participation in key ports by '30: Sonowal

85% pvt participation in key ports by '30: Sonowal

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

The government has identified 50 public-private partnership (PPP) projects worth over Rs 60,000 crore, significantly surpassing the original targets of the National Monetisation Pipeline, said Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at the Business Standard Infrastructure Summit on Thursday.

What Are Arbitrage Funds?

What Are Arbitrage Funds?

Rediff.com18 Jul 2025

Conservative investors seeking equity-like tax benefits with low risk may go for them.

'Tax To Pay If My Salary Is Rs...?'

'Tax To Pay If My Salary Is Rs...?'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2025

rediffGURU Vipul Bhavsar answers readers' personal income tax queries.

US Will Eventually Realise India Can't Be Bullied

US Will Eventually Realise India Can't Be Bullied

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

'Things may get much worse before they get better,' predicts Ajay Chhibber.