As India’s startup ecosystem matures, Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) continue to be one of the most effective tools for attracting and retaining talent. For young companies operating with limited cash flows, ESOPs help balance ambition with affordability. However, how these stock options are taxed continues to play a decisive role in how valuable they…
NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court on Tuesday dismissed a plea by RJD chief and former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav seeking to quash a CBI FIR in the alleged land-for-jobs case, holding that the petition was “devoid of merit”. The order was passed by justice Ravinder Dudeja, effectively allowing the investigation and related proceedings…
In a shocking turn of events, Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav finds himself behind bars at Tihar jail due to a bounced check linked to a contentious film investment. His financial situation shows a net worth ranging from Rs 50-85 crore, bolstered by his roles in movies like ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ and ‘Chandu Champion’. Read on…
Stock market today (AI image) Stock market today: Indian equity benchmarks, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, opened flat in trade on Tuesday on weak global cues. While Nifty50 was above 25,550, BSE Sensex was just above 83,200. At 9:16 AM, Nifty50 was trading at 25,573.05, down 12 points or 0.049%. BSE Sensex was at 83,204.62, down…
Mohammed Shami and Virat Kohli (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images) Mohammed Shami opened up about his interactions with former captain Virat Kohli during a candid conversation on Aap Ki Adalat. When reminded by Rajat Sharma that Kohli had once called him “lazy” for taking naps during massages, Shami laughed it off. “Your body gets exhausted…
India vs Pakistan (ANI Photo) NEW DELHI: India are unlikely to play a bilateral series with Pakistan anytime soon. BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla has made it clear that the board will follow the Indian government’s guidance on cricket ties with their arch-rivals. “In these circumstances, our stated policy is that we will do whatever the…
MUMBAI: ICICI Bank’s profit growth slowed in the September quarter as a steep drop in treasury income offset gains from its core banking business. The lender’s standalone net profit rose 5.2% year-on-year to Rs 12,359 crore for the three months ended September 30, 2025.The bank’s underlying performance remained strong, with steady loan growth, higher fee…
Ryan Rickelton of South Africa (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary) The opening Test match between Pakistan and South Africa in Lahore reached an exciting phase on day three, with spinners Noman Ali and Senuran Muthusamy dominating the proceedings.Muthusamy achieved his first 10-wicket match haul, restricting Pakistan to 167 in their second innings. This set South Africa a…
NEW DELHI: Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has flagged concerns over Rinku Singh’s form ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, stating that his dip in performances could be a key issue for Kolkata Knight Riders to address.KKR begin their campaign against five-time champions Mumbai Indians in Mumbai on March 29. Rinku heads into…
EPFO interest rate (AI image) EPFO interest rate FY 2025-26: The central government has decided to keep the annual interest rate on Employees’ Provident Fund deposits unchanged at 8.25 per cent for the financial year 2025–26, the Ministry of Labour and Employment said. The move is expected to benefit crores of workers by reinforcing their…
