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7 discount, cashback credit cards for online festive shopping in 2026: One of them is lifetime free

Most of us will engage in festive shopping, making credit cards an appealing choice for discounts and cashback offers. But before choosing a card, analyse fees, rewards, and conditions on cashback. Check these 7 credit cards that are offering up to 10% cashback on online shopping, among other offers. These…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Woman applied for 130 shares in Adani Wilmar IPO, bank entered only 65; she sought Rs 40L compensation; gets relief in consumer commission

The woman had earlier appealed in the district commission which held that she did not qualify as a consumer and that the complaint was not maintainable on the ground that investment in shares is a commercial activity. Then why did she won in the State Consumer Commission? Find out in…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Man left BMW on highway after puncture, found it burnt next morning; insurer denied Rs 70 lakh claim; he fights back and wins claim money with 7% interest

According to the insurer, the BMW owner made multiple policy violations. Specifically, he failed to immediately notify the police and the insurer in writing, and “breached Condition No. 4 by leaving the vehicle unattended on the road without taking proper precautions to prevent further loss.” Despite this, how did the…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Father attested brother’s sale deed, children lost 3.5 acres: What Madras HC ruled on oral partition

Attesting brother’s sale deed has major legal consequences in proving oral partition of ancestral land; How children lost 3.5 acre land dispute case in Madras HC because of this. Read this article to know more.

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Will gives you property rights, but what next? Know these 7 steps to transfer ownership and secure possession

A Will plays a crucial role in outlining how assets will be allocated following an individual's death, which can lead to family disputes if disagreements arise about the testator's intentions. To facilitate property transfers, it is wise to gather important documents such as a no-objection affidavit and release deed. Keeping…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Can you earn rental income by letting out your flat on Airbnb for homestay? What homeowners need to know as similar case sparks protests in a Ghaziabad housing society

If someone is found running a homestay or Airbnb-like service in your society, what can you do? Legally, the society’s first step should be a written notice to the owner, pointing to the specific byelaw being broken and backed by evidence. If the owner still doesn't stop, the RWA's real…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Rs 14.42 lakh Belgium salary of IT pro triggered tax demand in India after Form 67 was missed; ITAT Bangalore gives relief

Employee with Rs 14.42 lakh salary pays Rs 4.53 lakh income tax in Belgium and asks for credit under the India-Belgium DTAA; Income Tax Dept denied it as no Form 67 was filed; ITAT Bangalore orders relief for him.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Tenant received Rs 1.38 crore worth of flats for surrendering tenancy rights for society's redevelopment, he received income tax notice; Know how he won the case in ITAT Mumbai

Tenant receives Rs 1.38 crore permanent alternate accommodation, gets Section 56(2)(x) tax notice; ITAT Mumbai gives relief; know why. This judgement was given by Vikram Singh Yadav, the Accountant Member along with Siddhartha Nautiyal, the Judicial Member of ITAT Mumbai.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

5 Bangalore landowners formed a partnership firm to develop property, received income tax notice for undisclosed rental income; won relief in ITAT for this reason

Bangalore landowners get relief from undisclosed rental income tax notice after proving in ITAT that their partnership firm received the rent. What happened was, five Bangalore landowners signed JDA with builder, later formed partnership firm to develop property; but then the landowners got undisclosed rental income tax notice.

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Will your in-hand salary decrease after wage ceiling hike? Know why employers can't recover higher EPF contribution from these employees

The EPF wage ceiling limit has been increased to Rs 25,000 with effect from September 17, 2026. However, this does not mean that every employee will experience a lower take home pay. This is dependent on many factors like how much EPF contribution has been now, and others. Read the…

The Economic Times · Sep 17