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A charming piece of Hollywood Hills history, the home once owned by Bob Barker has seen an impressive makeover. Julia Dempster, the interior designer, cleverly blended modern enhancements with the house's original charm, showcasing stunning stained-glass windows and wrought iron accents. Originally listed at over $8 million, it found a new owner, Randy Pitchford, for $6.325 million in spring 2026, further enriching his portfolio of Hollywood landmarks. View More

A charming piece of Hollywood Hills history, the home once owned by Bob Barker has seen an impressive makeover. Julia Dempster, the interior designer, cleverly blended modern enhancements with the house's original charm, showcasing stunning stained-glass windows and wrought iron accents. Originally listed at over $8 million, it found a new owner, Randy Pitchford, for $6.325 million in spring 2026, further enriching his portfolio of Hollywood landmarks. View More

A charming piece of Hollywood Hills history, the home once owned by Bob Barker has seen an impressive makeover. Julia Dempster, the interior designer, cleverly blended modern enhancements with the house's original charm, showcasing stunning stained-glass windows and wrought iron accents. Originally listed at over $8 million, it found a new owner, Randy Pitchford, for $6.325 million in spring 2026, further enriching his portfolio of Hollywood landmarks. View More

India is recommended to shift from product-based fertiliser subsidies to direct support for farmers to improve soil health. It involves integrating digital records of cultivation and crop-specific nutrient requirements for more effective subsidy targeting. The reports emphasize the necessity of incorporating tenant farmers and sharecroppers in these digital systems. Improved targeting of subsidies could lead to better investment in soil health and sustainable practices. View More

New Delhi: India should gradually shift from product-based fertiliser subsidies to direct support for farmers, backed by digital records of cultivation and crop-specific nutrient requirements, to curb excessive urea use and improve soil health , according to Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations ( ICRIER ). Two policy briefs by ICRIER have recommended linking subsidies to cultivated area and crop productivity rather than the type of fertiliser purchased. The reports - Repurposing India's Fertiliser Policy towards Nutrient Optimisation and Digital Pathway to Targeted Fertiliser Support - call for bringing urea under a nutrient-based subsidy (NBS) framework as an interim measure, while the government considers a gradual transition to direct cash transfers. Urea's heavily controlled price, compared with other fertilisers, encourages excessive nitrogen application and underuse of phosphorus and potassium, the first report says. The reports recommend integrating farmer identity, land records, crop details, soil information and fertiliser purchases through platforms such as AgriStack. This could help determine entitlements based on the actual cultivator, cultivated area and crop-specific requirements, while improving oversight of fertiliser sales and reducing diversion. The second report cautions that digital systems must recognise tenant farmers and sharecroppers, who may cultivate land without appearing as its registered owners. Inaccurate records and registration barriers could otherwise exclude eligible farmers. The reports also call for soil-specific fertiliser recommendations, customised and fortified products, biofertilisers, organic inputs and more efficient application techniques. They advocate the "right source, right rate, right time and right place" approach to nutrient management. Potential savings from improved subsidy targeting could be redirected towards soil health, water conservation, efficient irrigation and crop diversification, the reports suggest. .Pbanner{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;background-color:#ec1c40;margin-top:20px;padding:5px 10px;border-radius:4px;color:#fff;line-height:10px;width: 100%;box-sizing: border-box} .Pbannertext{display:flex;align-items:center;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannertext img{height:20px;margin:0 6px} .Pbannerbutton a{display:flex;align-items:center;background-color:#fff;color:#ec1c40;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;padding:4px 8px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannerbutton img{height:20px;margin-right:6px} .Pbannerbutton a:hover{background-color:#f7f7f7} Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)

Form 141 is intended to streamline TDS reporting and payment for transactions involving immovable property, rent, payments to contractors or professionals, and transfers of virtual digital assets (VDAs). View More

LuLu International Shopping Malls has leased 62,035 sq ft at I-Thums Galleria in Greater Noida for 15 years, with total rent nearing ?51 crore. The deal comes as the UAE-based retailer targets 25 outlets across Delhi-NCR by 2030.  View More

The Income-tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, 2026, introduces Form 141 to consolidate four TDS forms. Applicable from Tax Year 2026–27, it covers specified property purchases, rent, contractor and professional payments, and virtual digital asset transfers. Here are the thresholds and filing rules. View More

Jio Platforms has achieved a remarkable milestone, garnering over one crore applications for its upcoming initial public offering. This surge signifies a burgeoning interest from India's retail investors in technology sectors. With the IPO set to debut on October 28, maintaining this enthusiasm is crucial. The communication strategies employed mirror those found in consumer marketing, urging potential investors to evaluate their financial objectives carefully before engaging with the IPO. View More

For most of the history of public markets, the biggest IPOs have been measured by the money they raise. Jio Platforms has handed the market a different number to talk about: headcount. The company’s initial public offering has crossed the one-crore application mark, making it the first public issue globally to receive more than 10 million applications 1 . The ₹30,213-crore issue, India’s largest IPO 1 , drew participation from institutional, non-institutional, and retail investors ahead of the bidding closure on October 23. The record takes Jio Platforms past the two previous high-water marks for applications in the Indian market. Waaree Energies had received around 97.34 lakh applications, while Bharat Coking Coal had attracted approximately 90.31 lakh. For market watchers, the significance lies less in the comparison than in what it signals. A one-crore application count for a single issue shows how far India’s retail investor base has expanded, and how quickly large, well-known businesses can now draw participation far beyond traditional market hubs. For future issuers and their bankers, it also resets expectations of what retail reach in a mega-IPO can look like. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Economic Times (@economictimes) From telecom operator to technology platform The interest also reflects how Jio is now positioned. A video shared around the IPO describes the application count as a new world record and frames it as a sign of growing retail appetite for large technology and digital businesses. The video highlights Jio’s presence across connectivity, digital services, artificial intelligence and enterprise technology. At a Jio exhibition, displays showcased the company’s AI-powered enterprise stack, cloud services, deep-tech initiatives and connected consumer products. That breadth matters to investors evaluating the company not just as a telecom operator, but as a platform with multiple revenue streams across consumer and enterprise segments. IPO communication goes consumer-style The video is also notable for how it speaks to investors. Alongside the milestone, it carries a series of wealth-creation suggestions, including considering systematic investment plans after the IPO closes and holding investments for the long term. It encourages investors to view the Jio IPO as part of a longer wealth-creation journey rather than a short-term trade. For marketing and brand professionals, it is an example of how investor communication around large Indian issues increasingly borrows from consumer-brand playbooks, using short-form video and simple, aspirational messaging to reach first-time and retail investors at scale. The fine print Investment decisions, however, depend on an individual’s financial goals, risk appetite and the company’s future performance. An IPO application does not guarantee allotment or returns, and listing-day performance can differ from how a stock performs against its issue price over time. Direct equity shares are also not purchased through SIPs in the same manner as mutual funds. Investors should consult a SEBI-registered investment adviser before taking a decision. What comes next The Jio Platforms IPO is expected to list on October 28. The application count has already marked a significant moment for India’s primary market. The company’s next test will be converting that investor interest into sustained business growth and shareholder value for one of the widest shareholder bases of any listed company. References: 1. Link .Pbanner{display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;background-color:#ec1c40;margin-top:20px;padding:5px 10px;border-radius:4px;color:#fff;line-height:10px;width: 100%;box-sizing: border-box} .Pbannertext{display:flex;align-items:center;font-size:16px;font-weight:600;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannertext img{height:20px;margin:0 6px} .Pbannerbutton a{display:flex;align-items:center;background-color:#fff;color:#ec1c40;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;padding:4px 8px;border-radius:6px;font-size:15px;font-family:'Montserrat';} .Pbannerbutton img{height:20px;margin-right:6px} .Pbannerbutton a:hover{background-color:#f7f7f7} Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel) (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel)

Legal experts confirm that income-tax laws set no numerical limit on properties a person can own under one PAN. However, buyers should retain proof of funds, sale deed, payment evidence and transaction records.  View More

Jio Platforms has received over 1 crore applications, setting a global record for investor participation ahead of its October 23 closing. The Rs 30,213-crore issue was subscribed 7.49 times by 12:36 pm on Friday, led by strong demand from qualified institutional buyers and non-institutional investors. View More

Jio Platforms’ initial public offering (IPO) has received over 1 crore applications, setting a global record for investor participation ahead of its closing on Friday, October 23. The offering has surpassed the previous reported record of approximately 97 lakh applications received by Waaree Energies . Bajaj Housing Finance and BCCL were among the other Indian IPOs that set application records, attracting approximately 90 lakh applications. Demand for the Jio Platforms IPO remained strong across investor categories. By 12:36 pm on Friday, the issue had received bids for 147.98 crore shares against 19.75 crore shares on offer, translating into an overall subscription of 7.49 times, according to NSE data. The exchange data showed a total of 83,74,80,948 bids. QIBs lead subscription demand Qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) led demand, subscribing to their allotted portion 16.06 times. The non-institutional investor (NII) category was subscribed 10.14 times, while the retail individual investor (RII) portion received subscriptions of 2.10 times. Live Events The strong response puts Jio Platforms on course to become India's largest IPO by issue size once completed, surpassing Hyundai Motor India 's Rs 27,859-crore offering. Also read: Jio IPO closes today: Will it deliver a double-digit listing gain or become a long-term compounder? Jio Platforms IPO: Issue size, price band and listing date Jio Platforms' Rs 30,213-crore IPO comprises a fresh issue of 27 crore equity shares, with no offer-for-sale component, according to the issue details provided. The price band has been fixed at Rs 1,065-1,119 per share. At the upper end of the band, the offering values the company at approximately Rs 10.3 lakh crore. Retail investors can apply for a minimum of 12 shares, requiring an investment of Rs 13,428 at the upper end of the price band. Applications must be made in multiples of 12 shares. The basis of allotment is expected to be finalised on October 26, while the shares are scheduled to list on the BSE and NSE on October 28. Also read | Jio Platforms IPO Live: Check GMP and subscription status Jio Platforms IPO grey market premium Investor interest has also extended to the unofficial grey market. Jio Platforms' unlisted shares were reportedly trading at around Rs 1,368 apiece on Thursday, October 22. At that level, the grey market premium (GMP) stood at approximately Rs 249 per share, or 22.25%, over the IPO's upper price band of Rs 1,119. The premium indicates positive sentiment in the unofficial market ahead of the issue's closure and the anticipated listing. However, the grey market is unregulated, and its premium does not guarantee listing gains or predict the stock's performance after listing. Should you subscribe to the Jio Platforms IPO? Brokerages have broadly recommended subscribing to the Jio Platforms IPO, citing the company's leadership in India's telecom market, improving profitability and growth opportunities in home broadband and artificial intelligence. Motilal Oswal Wealth Management has recommended subscribing to the issue for both listing gains and long-term investment. It has identified Jio's telecom leadership, extensive subscriber base, proprietary technology and expanding broadband business as key growth drivers. Swastika Investmart has also assigned a 'Subscribe' rating, citing Jio's positioning to benefit from the expansion of India's digital economy. Wider home broadband adoption, higher average revenue per user (ARPU) and improving cash generation are expected to support growth, according to the brokerage. Canara Bank Securities has similarly recommended subscribing to the IPO for the long term. It expects Jio to benefit from the migration of 2G subscribers to 4G and 5G networks, rising home broadband adoption and opportunities to monetise its technology in overseas markets. About Jio Platforms Jio Platforms operates digital connectivity and services businesses across India, with an integrated technology stack spanning networks, devices, software and applications. The company is expanding its focus on AI-based services for consumers and enterprises, as India’s digital economy is projected to reach $1.4 trillion by FY31. Disclosure: This article has been written by Kumar Gaurav, who is not a Sebi-registered Research Analyst or an Investment Adviser. Gaurav and their ‘relative(s)’ (as defined under Section 2(77) of the Companies Act, 2013) do not hold any financial interest in the companies mentioned in this article as of the date of publication. 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