Rajib Dutta 
The Income Tax Department’s processing speed has slowed to a crawl, leaving over 1 crore taxpayers waiting for their refunds. Between October 13 and October 16, 2025, only 4,14,489 returns were processed – a number that has sparked frustration among millions of Indians who filed their returns months ago. As of October 16, 2025, a … Read more
On Wednesday, October 15, the Indian stock market snapped a two-day losing streak with a powerful rally, propelling the Sensex and Nifty 50 to their highest levels in a month. The Sensex jumped 575 points, or 0.70 percent, to close at 82,605.43, while the Nifty 50 settled at 25,323.55, up 178 points, or 0.73 percent. … Read more
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to get richer while others work just as hard but struggle financially? The secret often lies in understanding one fundamental concept: the difference between appreciating and depreciating assets. I remember sitting with my uncle during a family gathering when he casually mentioned, “Son, I bought this car … Read more
If you’re anxiously checking your bank account every few days, wondering when your income tax refund will finally arrive, take a deep breath – you’re part of a massive club of waiting taxpayers. The frustration of filing your return months ago and still seeing no refund is all too real. I filed my own Income … Read more
It’s that time of the year again. You filed your Income Tax Return (ITR) diligently, probably back in July or August, expecting a nice, timely refund. You calculated the amount down to the last rupee, planned a small treat for yourself, or maybe just looked forward to that extra cash settling back into your bank … Read more