by Team SKM | Dec 10, 2025 | Updates
The Indian rupee breached the ₹90 per USD level, marking a historic low. For Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), this immediately raises a key question: Is this the right time to remit money to India? A weaker rupee increases the INR value of every dollar transferred, but...
by Team SKM | Dec 9, 2025 | Updates
US President Donald Trump has renewed threats of additional tariffs on Indian rice, accusing India of “dumping” cheap rice into the US market and undercutting American farmers. Speaking at a White House event on December 8, 2025, he asked why Indian rice could enter...
by Team SKM | Dec 9, 2025 | Updates
Gold has extended a strong multi-year uptrend, prompting investors to revisit their asset allocation as equity markets remain volatile. For many clients, the question is not whether gold has risen, but how it should fit into long-term portfolios. As of 9 December...
by Team SKM | Dec 8, 2025 | Updates
Marriage and divorce change several tax positions under Indian law. The impact is seen in the taxation of gifts, spousal transfers, children’s income and alimony. The following is a structured overview of the key rules that clients should be aware of. Wedding gifts...
by Team SKM | Dec 8, 2025 | Updates
Understanding how equity income is taxed is essential for investors. Equity investments generate two streams of income: dividends and capital gains, each with separate tax rules. The method used to determine which equity units are considered sold first – the...
