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Document fraud is on the rise: Here’s how to protect your money and identity

BUSINESS

Document fraud is on the rise: Here’s how to protect your money and identity

Forged or stolen documents can cost individuals heavily—understanding how fraud happens and ways to stay safe is the best defence.

Countdown to Sep 30: What every central govt employee must know before choosing UPS over NPS

BUSINESS

Countdown to Sep 30: What every central govt employee must know before choosing UPS over NPS

September 30 is the last date to switch to UPS, which promises assured pension as against NPS that offers market-linked returns.

Life insurance claim delays: What insurers won’t tell you

BUSINESS

Life insurance claim delays: What insurers won’t tell you

Claim settlement is the most crucial part of life insurance, yet many families face hurdles—here’s how to ensure a smoother process.

Defaulting on a loan against property: What every borrower should know

BUSINESS

Defaulting on a loan against property: What every borrower should know

Defaulting on a loan against property can lead to severe financial and legal consequences, making it essential to understand the risks and remedies before matters spiral out of control.

Want a personal loan? Here are 5 things lenders check first

BUSINESS

Want a personal loan? Here are 5 things lenders check first

Understanding what lenders check can boost your approval chances and let you borrow more cheaply.

Airport lounge access via credit cards is shrinking—are you affected?

BUSINESS

Airport lounge access via credit cards is shrinking—are you affected?

Many travellers are finding their cards no longer give lounge access—here’s why it happens and how to deal with it.

Best 3-Year FD rates: Public and private sector banks compared

BUSINESS

Best 3-Year FD rates: Public and private sector banks compared

IndusInd Bank offers the highest 3-year FD rate at 6.65 percent, while SBI and other banks offer rates between 6.25-6.6 percent, with returns calculated for a Rs 1 lakh investment.

Can buy now pay later really help build your credit score?

BUSINESS

Can buy now pay later really help build your credit score?

Buy now, pay later services are gaining popularity among new borrowers, but do they actually help create a healthy credit profile?

Midlife money crunch: Why the 40s feel like a financial tightrope

BUSINESS

Midlife money crunch: Why the 40s feel like a financial tightrope

Mid-career professionals face mounting uncertainty as rising costs, limited savings, and career risks collide.

Filed your ITR in a hurry on September 16? Here’s how you can fix mistakes

BUSINESS

Filed your ITR in a hurry on September 16? Here’s how you can fix mistakes

If last-minute filing led to errors in your income tax return, don’t panic—there’s still a way to make corrections.

Does a will made before marriage remain valid after a spouse dies?

BUSINESS

Does a will made before marriage remain valid after a spouse dies?

Understanding what marriage does to the validity of a will is important to prevent conflicts and make sure that assets are passed on as planned.

Tax audit extension offers relief but October will see compliance crunch

BUSINESS

Tax audit extension offers relief but October will see compliance crunch

October will be a busy month with multiple critical deadlines and a number of holidays due to the festival season, which will mean fewer working days

Unified Pension Scheme: What VRS employees need to know about payouts

BUSINESS

Unified Pension Scheme: What VRS employees need to know about payouts

The Unified Pension Scheme promises clarity on voluntary retirement, payout timelines, and assured benefits, but employees must understand the rules before opting in.

Interest rates on FDs: Top banks offering highest one-year fixed deposit rates

BUSINESS

Interest rates on FDs: Top banks offering highest one-year fixed deposit rates

IndusInd Bank offers 6.99% interest on 1-year FDs, while HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, and Punjab National Bank offer 6.6%, and SBI offers 6.45% interest rate on 1-year FDs.

What happens to SCSS joint accounts when the primary holder passes away

BUSINESS

What happens to SCSS joint accounts when the primary holder passes away

In knowing SCSS regulations lies the secret to ensuring that money management is seamless, and complications are avoided for remaining account holders.

Thomas Cook partners with Blinkit to deliver forex card at doorstep

BUSINESS

Thomas Cook partners with Blinkit to deliver forex card at doorstep

The forex cards, including Borderless Travel Cards and Study Buddy cards, will be available in Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai

The harsh reality of chasing IPO listing day gains

BUSINESS

The harsh reality of chasing IPO listing day gains

The thrill of IPO listing-day rallies often hides the real risks that most retail investors overlook.

DSP launches India’s first Flexi Cap ETF - DSP Nifty 500 FlexiCap Quality 30 ETF; NFO to open from Sept 25

BUSINESS

DSP launches India’s first Flexi Cap ETF - DSP Nifty 500 FlexiCap Quality 30 ETF; NFO to open from Sept 25

The New Fund Offer (NFO) will be open from September 25 to October 6, 2025.

Investing in gold without breaking the bank: A smart saver’s guide

BUSINESS

Investing in gold without breaking the bank: A smart saver’s guide

Alternatives like ETFs, government bonds, and internet gold allow you to buy gold without breaking the bank on bars or jewellery.

Can you save Rs1 crore in 10 years? Here’s the monthly SIP required

BUSINESS

Can you save Rs1 crore in 10 years? Here’s the monthly SIP required

A simple math will give you the amount you must invest every month to reach this sky-high amount.

5 clever ways to get the most out of your credit card on grocery shopping

BUSINESS

5 clever ways to get the most out of your credit card on grocery shopping

With the right approach, your daily grocery runs can help you save big and earn rewards that ease your monthly budget.

Festive season personal loan options: Top banks with lowest interest rates

BUSINESS

Festive season personal loan options: Top banks with lowest interest rates

Top banks offer personal loans with interest rates starting from 9.98% to 13.75% for a 1-year tenure.

How to build a reliable emergency fund in 7 simple steps

BUSINESS

How to build a reliable emergency fund in 7 simple steps

A financial cushion gets you ready for life's surprise twists and turns and saves you from going into debt when emergencies occur.

Practical ways to save money and strengthen your small business

BUSINESS

Practical ways to save money and strengthen your small business

Money-saving habits can help business owners cut costs, increase their cash flow, and make companies more stable in times of uncertainty.

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