How will equity exposure in hybrid mutual funds determine the tax?
In FY27, hybrid mutual funds will be taxed based on their equity exposure. Schemes with 65%+ equity are treated as equity funds, with long-term gains taxed at 12.5% on profits above ₹1.25 lakh and short-term gains at 20%. Funds with 35-65% equity face long-term gains at 12.5% and short-term at slab rate. Those below 35% are taxed like debt funds.
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In FY27, hybrid mutual funds will be taxed based on their equity exposure. Schemes with 65%+ equity are treated as equity funds, with long-term gains taxed at 12.5% on profits above ₹1.25 lakh and short-term gains at 20%. Funds with 35-65% equity face long-term gains at 12.5% and short-term at slab rate. Those below 35% are taxed like debt funds.
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Pak cricketer Imad's ex-wife shares chat showing him threatening her before 3rd child's birth
Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim's ex-wife Sannia Ashfaq shared WhatsApp chats showing him "threatening" her with legal action right before the birth of their third child. The chats purportedly shows Sannia requesting Imad to be present with her during childbirth. "Instead of concern…he threatened me...that if I contacted him again, he would file a harassment case against me," wrote Sannia.
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05:11 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Pakistani cricketer Imad Wasim's ex-wife Sannia Ashfaq shared WhatsApp chats showing him "threatening" her with legal action right before the birth of their third child. The chats purportedly shows Sannia requesting Imad to be present with her during childbirth. "Instead of concern…he threatened me...that if I contacted him again, he would file a harassment case against me," wrote Sannia.
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Shikhar Dhawan, Sophie Shine share pics from their sangeet ceremony
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan and his fiancée Sophie Shine took to Instagram on Thursday to share pictures from their sangeet ceremony. "Sangeet night. Almost the Dhawans," he captioned the post. Many users congratulated the couple, with TV presenter Karishma Kotak saying, "Gorgeous." "Nazar na lage," cricketer Yogesh Kumar commented. Sophie, who hails from Ireland, is a product consultant.
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Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan and his fiancée Sophie Shine took to Instagram on Thursday to share pictures from their sangeet ceremony. "Sangeet night. Almost the Dhawans," he captioned the post. Many users congratulated the couple, with TV presenter Karishma Kotak saying, "Gorgeous." "Nazar na lage," cricketer Yogesh Kumar commented. Sophie, who hails from Ireland, is a product consultant.
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I was sort of confused: Altman on awkward moment with Anthropic CEO on stage with PM Modi
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reacted to his awkward moment with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei while posing for a picture with PM Narendra Modi at the AI Summit, saying he was "sort of confused" and wasn't sure what they were supposed to do. "It was the open claw," OpenAI's Chris Lehane joked. Altman could be seen smiling after Lehane's remark.
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News By: Medhaa Gupta
05:09 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman reacted to his awkward moment with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei while posing for a picture with PM Narendra Modi at the AI Summit, saying he was "sort of confused" and wasn't sure what they were supposed to do. "It was the open claw," OpenAI's Chris Lehane joked. Altman could be seen smiling after Lehane's remark.
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05:09 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Swiggy shuts down 15-minute food delivery platform Snacc
Food and grocery major Swiggy has decided to shut down Snacc, a dedicated app it launched last year for 15-minute food deliveries. "While the product market fit was emerging, the broader economics made it challenging to scale," an internal email seen by Moneycontrol read. "We want to concentrate all our energies on innovation that drives stronger long-term potential," it added.
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05:28 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Food and grocery major Swiggy has decided to shut down Snacc, a dedicated app it launched last year for 15-minute food deliveries. "While the product market fit was emerging, the broader economics made it challenging to scale," an internal email seen by Moneycontrol read. "We want to concentrate all our energies on innovation that drives stronger long-term potential," it added.
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New disease called 'bacterial constipation' discovered in gut
Scientists have discovered a new disease, which they called "bacterial constipation", in the gut. The research, which was published in the journal Gut Microbes, identified two bacteria that work as a team to destroy the protective mucus, which helps in the movement of stools. The findings explain why some people suffer from chronic constipation despite standard treatment, they said.
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News By: Medhaa Gupta
05:25 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Scientists have discovered a new disease, which they called "bacterial constipation", in the gut. The research, which was published in the journal Gut Microbes, identified two bacteria that work as a team to destroy the protective mucus, which helps in the movement of stools. The findings explain why some people suffer from chronic constipation despite standard treatment, they said.
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37 killed in poisonous gas leak at Nigerian mining site
At least 37 people were killed, and 26 others were hospitalised after toxic and poisonous gases, including lead oxide, sulphur, and carbon monoxide, leaked at a mining site in Kampani Zurak, Plateau State, Nigeria, police said. They added that the victims were working inside the mine when the gases were released. Authorities have ordered the immediate closure of the site.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
05:21 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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At least 37 people were killed, and 26 others were hospitalised after toxic and poisonous gases, including lead oxide, sulphur, and carbon monoxide, leaked at a mining site in Kampani Zurak, Plateau State, Nigeria, police said. They added that the victims were working inside the mine when the gases were released. Authorities have ordered the immediate closure of the site.
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05:21 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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How long can police hold UK King Charles' brother Andrew for?
UK King Charles' brother and former Prince Andrew has been arrested amid allegations that Andrew had passed confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. BBC reported that in most cases suspects are held for 12 or 24 hours before being charged or released pending further investigation. The absolute longest Andrew can be held for is 96 hours with multiple extensions.
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News By: Arshiya Chopra
05:40 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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UK King Charles' brother and former Prince Andrew has been arrested amid allegations that Andrew had passed confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. BBC reported that in most cases suspects are held for 12 or 24 hours before being charged or released pending further investigation. The absolute longest Andrew can be held for is 96 hours with multiple extensions.
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05:40 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Pak began to think none were better than them after 10-wicket win vs India: Yousuf
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf said Pakistan became disrespectful after their 10-wicket win against India in T20 World Cup 2021. "We began to think there was no one better than us," he stated. Yousuf remarked that even though former Pakistan cricketers like Inzamam-ul-Haq and Saeed Anwar were "big players", they always listened to coaches, adding players need to be grounded.
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News By: Neeraja Nath
05:31 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf said Pakistan became disrespectful after their 10-wicket win against India in T20 World Cup 2021. "We began to think there was no one better than us," he stated. Yousuf remarked that even though former Pakistan cricketers like Inzamam-ul-Haq and Saeed Anwar were "big players", they always listened to coaches, adding players need to be grounded.
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05:31 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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PM Modi wears ₹55,000 Baagh wristwatch with 1947 coin at AI Summit
At the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen wearing a Baagh wristwatch designed by Gaurav Mehta of the Jaipur Watch Company. Priced at ₹55,000, the watch features an authentic 1947 coin embedded in the dial. It also carries a tiger imprint on the coin and classic Roman numerals on the face.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
05:58 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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At the AI Impact Summit in Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen wearing a Baagh wristwatch designed by Gaurav Mehta of the Jaipur Watch Company. Priced at ₹55,000, the watch features an authentic 1947 coin embedded in the dial. It also carries a tiger imprint on the coin and classic Roman numerals on the face.
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Naval ships from Japan, Australia, France join Indian Navy for Int'l Fleet Review
Indian Navy hosted an International Fleet Review (IFR) off the coast of Visakhapatnam. Navies from around 74 countries and a total of 85 ships, including 19 foreign warships, participated in the exercise. Germany, France, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Russia, Iran, Malaysia and Vietnam were among the countries that sent their ships. Indian fleet in the parade included 60 Navy ships.
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05:54 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Indian Navy hosted an International Fleet Review (IFR) off the coast of Visakhapatnam. Navies from around 74 countries and a total of 85 ships, including 19 foreign warships, participated in the exercise. Germany, France, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Russia, Iran, Malaysia and Vietnam were among the countries that sent their ships. Indian fleet in the parade included 60 Navy ships.
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UK King Charles releases statement after brother Andrew's arrest
UK King Charles has released a statement after his brother Andrew's arrest amid allegations that he had passed confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. "I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office...Let me state clearly: the law must take its course," he said.
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News By: Arshiya Chopra
05:50 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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UK King Charles has released a statement after his brother Andrew's arrest amid allegations that he had passed confidential government documents to Jeffrey Epstein. "I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office...Let me state clearly: the law must take its course," he said.
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05:50 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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5,000-yr-old bacteria resistant to antibiotics found in Romanian cave
Scientists have discovered 5,000-year-old bacteria in an ancient underground ice cave in Romania. The microorganism, found within a layer of ice, is resistant to 10 modern antibiotics and belongs to the strain Psychrobacter SC65A.3. “If melting ice releases these microbes, these genes could spread to modern bacteria, adding to...global challenge of antibiotic resistance,” the study’s author said.
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News By: Saurav Joshi
06:06 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Scientists have discovered 5,000-year-old bacteria in an ancient underground ice cave in Romania. The microorganism, found within a layer of ice, is resistant to 10 modern antibiotics and belongs to the strain Psychrobacter SC65A.3. “If melting ice releases these microbes, these genes could spread to modern bacteria, adding to...global challenge of antibiotic resistance,” the study’s author said.
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06:06 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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First 12 spots for T20 World Cup 2028 decided
The first 12 spots for T20 World Cup 2028 have been confirmed after Super Eight teams for the 2026 edition were finalised. Australia and New Zealand qualified automatically as hosts, while India, South Africa, England, West Indies, Zimbabwe, Pakistan and Sri Lanka sealed places by reaching Super Eight stage in 2026. Ireland, Afghanistan and Bangladesh qualified via ICC rankings.
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News By: Anmol Sharma
06:02 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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The first 12 spots for T20 World Cup 2028 have been confirmed after Super Eight teams for the 2026 edition were finalised. Australia and New Zealand qualified automatically as hosts, while India, South Africa, England, West Indies, Zimbabwe, Pakistan and Sri Lanka sealed places by reaching Super Eight stage in 2026. Ireland, Afghanistan and Bangladesh qualified via ICC rankings.
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06:02 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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How will taxes apply to specified mutual funds in FY27?
Specified mutual funds, mainly debt funds, are taxed based on the purchase date. In FY27, for investments made on/after April 1, 2023, capital gains will be treated as short-term and taxed at the investor's income-tax slab rate. For investments made before that, long-term gains (after 24 months for unlisted and 12 months for listed units) will be taxed at 12.5%.
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News By: Pravel Jain
06:26 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Specified mutual funds, mainly debt funds, are taxed based on the purchase date. In FY27, for investments made on/after April 1, 2023, capital gains will be treated as short-term and taxed at the investor's income-tax slab rate. For investments made before that, long-term gains (after 24 months for unlisted and 12 months for listed units) will be taxed at 12.5%.
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US CEO misses gala dinner with PM Modi after 4-hrs in traffic, says 'Couldn't reach in time'
US-based Adaption Labs' CEO Sara Hooker, attending AI Summit in Delhi, said on X that she missed a gala dinner with PM Narendra Modi after being stuck in traffic for four hours. Sara said she would've been honoured to attend but couldn’t reach the venue in time. She clarified organisers had warned of travel restrictions, saying it wasn't their fault.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
06:18 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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US-based Adaption Labs' CEO Sara Hooker, attending AI Summit in Delhi, said on X that she missed a gala dinner with PM Narendra Modi after being stuck in traffic for four hours. Sara said she would've been honoured to attend but couldn’t reach the venue in time. She clarified organisers had warned of travel restrictions, saying it wasn't their fault.
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06:18 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Rafale deal makes India stronger, don't see why people criticise it: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron defended the deal with India to procure 114 new Rafale jets saying it makes India a stronger military power and creates jobs. “I don’t see how people can criticise it," he said. Congress had earlier targeted the government over alleged corruption in Rafale deal signed in 2016 and made it a key issue in 2019 polls.
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06:39 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron defended the deal with India to procure 114 new Rafale jets saying it makes India a stronger military power and creates jobs. “I don’t see how people can criticise it," he said. Congress had earlier targeted the government over alleged corruption in Rafale deal signed in 2016 and made it a key issue in 2019 polls.
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Rahul called after my resignation, said 'I'm feeling humiliated': Borah
Ex-Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah said that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called him after his resignation. "I told Rahul...that I'm feeling humiliated in the party...and then he said that he was also feeling humiliated," Borah added. "Then what is the value of my humiliation?" he stated. Earlier, Assam CM Himanta Sarma announced that Borah will join BJP on February 22.
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06:32 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Ex-Assam Congress chief Bhupen Borah said that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called him after his resignation. "I told Rahul...that I'm feeling humiliated in the party...and then he said that he was also feeling humiliated," Borah added. "Then what is the value of my humiliation?" he stated. Earlier, Assam CM Himanta Sarma announced that Borah will join BJP on February 22.
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06:32 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Zim remain unbeaten in T20 WC 2026 group stage, beat SL in last match
Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in their T20 World Cup 2026 match at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted 178-7 in their 20 overs. Brian Bennett's 63*(48) helped Zimbabwe chase down the 179-run target in 19.3 overs. Zimbabwe, who have qualified for the Super Eights, remained unbeaten in the group stage.
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06:54 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Zimbabwe defeated Sri Lanka by six wickets in their T20 World Cup 2026 match at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted 178-7 in their 20 overs. Brian Bennett's 63*(48) helped Zimbabwe chase down the 179-run target in 19.3 overs. Zimbabwe, who have qualified for the Super Eights, remained unbeaten in the group stage.
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What is known about UK's ex-prince Andrew, arrested on his 66th b'day over 'misconduct'
Ex-UK Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested today on his 66th birthday amid an investigation into his links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and on suspicion of misconduct in public office. He's third child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip and King Charles III's younger brother. He was stripped of his title last year.
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News By: Dharini Mudgal
06:48 pm Thursday, 19 February, 2026
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Ex-UK Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested today on his 66th birthday amid an investigation into his links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and on suspicion of misconduct in public office. He's third child of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip and King Charles III's younger brother. He was stripped of his title last year.
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