BUSINESS
Which SIP date gives the highest returns for investors
Choosing the best SIP date is secondary to maintaining investment, but small differences can result in significant variations in the long run.
BUSINESS
Smart ways to use personal loans beyond debt repayment
Personal loans can do more than just clear old debt — they can be tools for growth and financial flexibility if used wisely.
BUSINESS
Fixed deposit for senior citizens: Top banks with best FD rates
Senior citizens favour fixed deposits for their secure nature and guaranteed returns. Top banks offer high FD rates, with IndusInd Bank's 7.5% interest rate for two-year FDs being the highest among private banks.
BUSINESS
How to buy the right term insurance: Key features and riders you must know
A simple and inexpensive product, term insurance provides your loved ones with financial security, but wise choice is the key.
BUSINESS
EPF transfer, passbook access to get easier for employees, but more reforms needed, say experts
EPFO has decided to allow employees to directly access Annexure K – the key document for EPF transfer while switching jobs – online, a relief for employees who wish to monitor their balance and the process.
BUSINESS
Simplest way to e-verify your ITR? Use Aadhaar OTP
E-verification of your income tax return using Aadhaar OTP is the simplest and quickest way of completing the filing process.
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Filing late return: How to file your income tax return later than the deadline
Filing a late return assists taxpayers in achieving compliance even if they have missed the deadline.
BUSINESS
Amid market uncertainty: Is a loan against securities the right choice?
Leveraging your investments for quick liquidity can be tempting, but in volatile markets, it comes with unique risks and rewards.
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The hidden dangers of paying only the minimum on your credit card
Paying only the minimum due may seem convenient, but it can trap you in long-term debt.
BUSINESS
Ways to secure intellectual property rights for heirs
Advance planning allows your art or business property to benefit your family after you.
BUSINESS
Festive season car deals: Here are banks offering car loans at interest rates starting from 7.85%
Banks offer attractive car loan rates and incentives during the festive season, with interest rates ranging from 7.85% to 9.99% for a Rs 10 lakh loan.
BUSINESS
Should retirees look beyond fixed deposits for steady income?
Higher inflation rates and changing tax strategies have led most retirees to wonder whether simple fixed deposits are enough to cover their economic well-being.
BUSINESS
How a strong credit score unlocks bigger personal loans
A higher credit score doesn’t just improve your chances of loan approval—it can also help you secure larger loan amounts with better terms.
BUSINESS
How Fed rate cuts can impact your portfolio—and how to make the most of them
Lower interest rates ripple across stocks, bonds, real estate, and currencies. Knowing how to position yourself can help you benefit instead of being caught off guard.
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Renting vs buying in senior living: Understanding the costs and trade-offs
Choosing between renting and buying in senior living communities depends on lifestyle preferences, financial flexibility, and long-term needs.
BUSINESS
PFRDA may cut mandatory annuitisation to 20%, allow systematic redemption for NPS corpus up to Rs 12 lakh
Subscribers with accumulated corpus of up to Rs 12 lakh at the time of regular exit could be permitted to make a lump-sum withdrawal of 50 percent of the corpus or Rs 6 lakh, whichever is higher, and for the balance amount, opt for systematic unit redemption or purchase annuities or a combination of both.
BUSINESS
Bima Sugam's website launched, insurance platform to go live in phases
Aimed as a unified digital marketplace for life, general and health insurance, Bima Sugam’s features will be rolled out in phases, focusing on security, compliance and scalability.
BUSINESS
Why your credit score drops and smart ways to fix it
A dip in your credit score isn’t the end of the world—understanding why it happens is the first step to rebuilding it.
BUSINESS
Is it the right time to bet on gold again?
With rising uncertainty in global markets, gold is once again capturing investors’ attention as a safe-haven asset.
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Best FD rates: Here's what banks are offering on 3-year deposits
IndusInd Bank offers the highest rate at 6.75 percent followed by Axis Bank and ICICI Bank at 6.6 percent
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PFRDA to allow 100% equity exposure to NPS subscribers under a new framework
The pension regulator to introduce multiple scheme framework (MSF) to offer greater flexibility, more choices to pension fund managers and NPS subscribers
BUSINESS
Air miles demystified: Turning loyalty points into free flights
Air miles can be more than just points—they can unlock free travel if used wisely.
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Smart strategies to shield your investments in volatile times
Making your Will legally robust can save your heirs from disputes and ensure your last wishes are honored.
BUSINESS
Best education loan rates: Top banks offering loans at competitive rates starting at 8.25% for studying abroad
Compare education loan interest rates from top banks like Union Bank, PNB, SBI, and others, to secure the best deal for studying abroad with loan amounts up to Rs 50 lakh.
