Advance tax deadline today: December 15 instalment due; who must pay, penalties and how interest adds up- Explained

If you earn income beyond a fixed salary or have multiple income streams, December 15, 2025, is a tax deadline you cannot afford to overlook. Missing or underpaying advance tax does not trigger a one-time fine, but monthly interest penalties that continue to accumulate quietly until assessment.Under India’s “pay as you earn” framework, advance tax…

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US schools cancel class pictures after Epstein-linked rumours spread online: Are fears over student data and safety justified or fuelled by misinformation?

US schools cancel class pictures after Epstein rumours spark student data concerns. (Getty Images) Several school districts across the US have cancelled or altered plans for annual class pictures after social media posts linked school photography company Lifetouch to a billionaire investor who had past dealings with Jeffrey Epstein.The disruption followed online claims connecting Lifetouch…

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‘Turmoil in global environment’: PM Modi’s ‘double engine’ pitch after India-EU ‘historic’ FTA

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pitched for a “double engine” growth approach amid “turmoil in global environment” as India and the European Union signed the “historic” free trade agreement on Tuesday.“There is turmoil in global environment; India-EU will provide stability to world order,” PM Modi said at the India-EU Business Forum.Terming it the “biggest…

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DMER result 2025: PDF released for Laboratory Technician and Pharmacist posts at dmer.maharashtra.gov.in; download here

DMER Result 2025 PDF released for Laboratory Technician and Pharmacist at official website DMER Pharmacist result 2025: The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER) has released the DMER Result 2025 for Laboratory Technician and Pharmacist posts. Candidates who appeared in the Computer-Based Written Examination (CBT) for these Group-C technical positions can now access the…

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Opinion: Why the global turmoil is not a setback, but an opportunity to stay invested in Indian markets

The structural case for India remains intact. Growth is steady, policy support is strong, and domestic flows provide stability. (AI image) By Motilal OswalAs we enter FY27, Indian equity markets are balancing strong domestic fundamentals against an uncertain global backdrop. While policy support, improving growth, and resilient domestic flows provide a solid foundation, geopolitical risks—particularly…

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Big boost to armed forces modernisation drive, defence ministry clears equipment worth Rs 50,000 crore

Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has cleared the procurement of the indigenous MP-ATGM missile. (Image credit: DRDO) The Defence Ministry approved several major acquisition proposals worth over Rs 52,000 crore. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh was attended for the first time by newly-appointed Chief of Defence Staff Gen Raja Subramani,…

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Ranveer Singh returns bigger than ever for Dhurandhar: Here’s how he did it

In a captivating shift, Ranveer Singh has reinvented his physique for the highly anticipated film, Dhurandhar. The excitement among fans is palpable as they admire his new rugged and muscular appearance, a result of relentless weight training, powerlifting techniques, and a meticulously crafted high-protein, low-carb regimen. When Ranveer Singh unveils his new look for Dhurandhar,…

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