The first step in capital gains taxation is to identify the asset sold and determine whether the resulting gains are taxable. (Image source: Magnific) Many individual taxpayers view filing an Income Tax Return (ITR) as a straightforward task—declaring salary income, updating investment details and paying any balance tax. However, capital gains can turn an otherwise…
A record-breaking giant reticulated python captured in Indonesia has been officially added to Guinness World Records as the longest snake officially measured. As reported by Guinness World Records, the amazing reptile, nicknamed ‘Ibu Baron’, has been officially measured at an impressive 7.22 meters (23 ft 8 in) long. Ibu Baron was discovered in the Maros…
A month after the Peddi controversy, Janhvi Kapoor has signed her next film with Pagglait director Umesh Bist, backed by Balaji Motion Pictures and Sikhya Entertainment, shooting from October-November. Umesh Bist will also direct Pagglait 2 with Sanya Malhotra. Meanwhile, Janhvi remains silent on the Peddi objectification row, which sparked wide industry reactions. Janhvi Kapoor…
The Bar Council of India has declared the AIBE XXI Result 2026, with over 1.15 lakh candidates qualifying the mandatory certification examination for legal practice. Out of 1.75 lakh examinees, 59,876 did not qualify, while 20 malpractice cases are still under review. Candidates can download their scorecards from the official website. AIBE XXI result 2026:…
A new scientific study has revealed the current state of California’s giant sequoia range, revealing the alarming extent of damage that has been caused to them by extreme wildfires over the last decade. A study published in the journal Fire Ecology on March 27, 2026, revealed that approximately 17% of all mature giant sequoias have…
Sir Garfield Sobers and Kapil Dev NEW DELHI: Sir Garfield Sobers was much more than a legendary all-rounder — he was the cricketer who revolutionised the game and changed how future generations approached it, former India captain Kapil Dev said while paying tribute to the West Indies great following his death at the age of…
MUMBAI: Punjab National Bank reported a standalone net profit of Rs 5,253 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, up 213.6% from Rs 1,675 crore a year earlier, aided by a sharp decline in tax outgo despite lower non-interest income. The bank reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 5,921 crore, up 228.4% from…
A lingering bathroom odour can make even the cleanest home feel less inviting. Air fresheners often just mask the smell rather than tackling its source. One inexpensive household staple that’s been getting attention as a natural deodoriser is plain table salt. Left in the toilet bowl overnight, it may help cut down on odours, soften…
The actress revealed she and husband Adam Shulman had very low expectations before discovering they were expecting their third child.Image credit (Instagram) Anne Hathaway has opened up about her third pregnancy, revealing she had virtually no expectations about conceiving at 43 years old. During a red carpet interview at the New York premiere of ‘The…
Schools in Himachal Pradesh could remain closed in vulnerable districts as the state braces for heavy to very heavy rainfall under an IMD orange alert from July 19 to 23. Deputy commissioners have been authorised to suspend classes based on local weather conditions, with authorities prioritising student safety amid landslide, flash flood and road disruption…