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Homegrown Heft: 80% of Nifty 500 revenues are domestic, & why that’s good news

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Homegrown Heft: 80% of Nifty 500 revenues are domestic, & why that’s good news

The USA accounts for just 5 percent of the index’s earnings, which shields it relatively from western economic uncertainty.

Score more, pay less: Here’s how to make your credit history strong & healthy

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Score more, pay less: Here’s how to make your credit history strong & healthy

A good credit score helps secure cheaper loans, which can add up to substantial savings over time.

Choose arbitrage funds over liquid funds for better tax efficiency

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Choose arbitrage funds over liquid funds for better tax efficiency

A quick look at why arbitrage funds could be smarter than liquid funds—especially if you’re watching your tax bill.

Build a strong financial foundation: Smart personal finance tips for 2025

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Build a strong financial foundation: Smart personal finance tips for 2025

Simple strategies to save, invest, and secure your money this year.

Use the Rule of 144 to know when your money will quadruple

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Use the Rule of 144 to know when your money will quadruple

A simple math trick can tell you how long it takes for your investments to grow fourfold. And it might just change how you save.

8 tax rule changes you must know before filing your ITR this year

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8 tax rule changes you must know before filing your ITR this year

Miss these updates, and your refund could get delayed or even denied.

The two-minute money habits that actually make you richer

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The two-minute money habits that actually make you richer

You don’t need to overhaul your finances. Just use a few spare minutes to stop losing money and start building wealth.

These funds delivered over 25% CAGR in 5 years

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These funds delivered over 25% CAGR in 5 years

Select equity mutual funds, especially in the small-cap and thematic categories, have handsomely rewarded patient investors. Here's a look at what's worked—and why.

How to pay off your credit card debt without burning out

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How to pay off your credit card debt without burning out

Carrying a balance? Here’s how to clear it smartly, without draining your savings or wrecking your budget.

Don't have your UAN? Here's how to get it back online to withdraw or transfer PF

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Don't have your UAN? Here's how to get it back online to withdraw or transfer PF

Lost your UAN? You can retrieve it back online in minutes and keep your PF account in shape.

How to build an emergency fund without cutting all your joys

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How to build an emergency fund without cutting all your joys

An emergency fund can be your safety net in tough times. Here's how to start building one without overhauling your life.

Best savings scheme: Invest ₹15 lakh and get ₹22 lakh — this government plan beats FDs

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Best savings scheme: Invest ₹15 lakh and get ₹22 lakh — this government plan beats FDs

Looking for a safe way to grow your money? This senior-friendly scheme offers better returns than most bank FDs.

PF transfer from exempted to un-exempted organisation using Form 13

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PF transfer from exempted to un-exempted organisation using Form 13

A detailed guide on transferring your provident fund when you switch jobs.

How to lock your Aadhaar biometric details: Tips to avoid identity theft and AEPS scam

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How to lock your Aadhaar biometric details: Tips to avoid identity theft and AEPS scam

Fraudsters are using Aadhaar-linked fingerprints to siphon money from unsuspecting users. Here’s how to secure your details in under five minutes.

Senior Citizen FDs: Here are the banks that offer up to 8.5% interest for 3 years

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Senior Citizen FDs: Here are the banks that offer up to 8.5% interest for 3 years

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank and Jana Small Finance Bank top the list of banks that offer interest rates of 7.25-8.5 percent to elderly depositors.

Capital gains tax explained: Tax rates, exemption limit and essential rules

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Capital gains tax explained: Tax rates, exemption limit and essential rules

Selling property, stocks or gold? Understand how capital gains tax works and how to legally cut your tax bill.

Is it wise to take a personal loan to invest? Here’s what you need to know

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Is it wise to take a personal loan to invest? Here’s what you need to know

Borrowing to build wealth sounds tempting—but it could cost you more than you gain.

How to maximize your home loan tax benefits in FY 2024–25: Here's what you can claim

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How to maximize your home loan tax benefits in FY 2024–25: Here's what you can claim

Filing your income tax return this year? Don't overlook these deductions that are linked to your home loan—they may lower your tax outgo by a significant amount.

Getting a personal loan with a 610 credit score? What are your options

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Getting a personal loan with a 610 credit score? What are your options

Your credit score of 610 is not good, but it doesn't necessarily mean you're in the dark. That's how lenders see it—and what you can do to improve prospects of being approved.

Personal loan vs credit card: What serves you best in interest rate and borrowing?

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Personal loan vs credit card: What serves you best in interest rate and borrowing?

Understanding the cost, flexibility, and repayment plan of your personal loan enables you to choose the borrowing options.

Aadhaar seeding gets easier: NPCI’s new platform lets banks check status through AePS

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Aadhaar seeding gets easier: NPCI’s new platform lets banks check status through AePS

BASE will let micro-ATMs instantly verify Aadhaar-bank linking, making DBT and subsidy tracking simpler

Aadhaar helpline confusion: When UIDAI's toll-free number suddenly turned up in contact lists

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Aadhaar helpline confusion: When UIDAI's toll-free number suddenly turned up in contact lists

Phone users across India reported finding the Aadhaar helpline number in their phones—without ever saving it.

Aadhaar update: Here’s how to check if your Aadhaar card is genuine or fake

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Aadhaar update: Here’s how to check if your Aadhaar card is genuine or fake

UIDAI introduces easy steps to help citizens verify the authenticity of their Aadhaar cards.

How to invest your annual bonus smartly for greatest tax benefit

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How to invest your annual bonus smartly for greatest tax benefit

Make your bonus earn for you through smart ways to save tax and get richer.

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