BUSINESS
Why your credit card application failed even with a solid credit score
You checked your score, felt confident, applied for the card and still got rejected. If that left you confused, you are definitely not the only one.
BUSINESS
The real cost of pet ownership in India in 2025: A practical budgeting guide for pet parents
A pet is not a one-time spend, it is a long-term monthly commitment with occasional big-ticket surprises.
BUSINESS
The true cost of home ownership in India in 2025: Beyond the sticker price
From stamp duty and loan interest to maintenance, taxes and repairs, the real cost of owning a home is far higher than the price you agree to pay on paper.
BUSINESS
Financial therapy for money fights: How to stop arguing about the same things
If money keeps triggering fights or guilt, the problem may not be your budget but your relationship with money.
BUSINESS
Choosing a life insurer that will stand by your family
The right life insurer is not the cheapest one, but the one your family can actually rely on when it matters most.
BUSINESS
Five year-end getaways that fit every travel budget
Whether you want a quick escape or a big break, year-end travel has options that do not demand overspending.
BUSINESS
Why your credit score refuses to move up
If your credit score is stuck below 500, chances are it is not bad luck but a few repeat mistakes quietly pulling it down.
BUSINESS
Bihar government releases holiday list 2026: Check full list of general, restricted holidays
It is to be noted that the dates of Muslim festivals are subject to change based on the sighting of the moon.
BUSINESS
Why your money plan cannot stay the same once your family grows
As life adds people, responsibilities and dreams, your finances need to grow up too.
BUSINESS
Buying health insurance online? Here’s what to check in 2025 so your claim is not cut
Buying online is easy. Using the policy smoothly during a hospitalisation is where most people realise what they missed.
BUSINESS
How to check if your term insurance cover is enough for your family in 2025
A term plan that looked sufficient a few years ago may no longer match today’s income, loans, or family responsibilities.
BUSINESS
Investing for kids: Why starting early matters more than the returns
Investing for children is not just about education or marriage costs. It is about time, flexibility, and protecting choices you do not even see yet.
BUSINESS
What makes a life insurer trustworthy? Start with claim settlement behaviour
Premiums and features sell policies, but claim settlement is what proves whether life insurance will actually protect a family.
BUSINESS
Your credit card OTP is your last line of defence. Why sharing it can empty your account
No bank employee, merchant, or courier ever needs your OTP. If someone asks for it, you are already being scammed.
BUSINESS
Fake credit card limit upgrade scams: How they trap you and 5 simple ways to stay safe
If someone offers an “instant limit enhancement” and asks for card details or an OTP, it is not an upgrade. It is a fraud attempt.
BUSINESS
How to do a financial check-up for ageing parents without making it awkward
A calm, structured “money check-up” can reduce stress, prevent fraud, and ensure your parents’ wishes are respected, without making them feel like they are losing control.
BUSINESS
Should you buy a second home in India or just rent the dream when you need it?
A second property can be a solid long-term asset, but it can also become an expensive lifestyle upgrade. The decision is easier when you separate what you want emotionally from what you need financially.
BUSINESS
The “money file” your spouse and kids will thank you for
A small, updated pack of information can save your family days of stress, prevent missed payments, and make claims and paperwork far less painful if something happens to you.
BUSINESS
Should you move your home loan to a new lender? A clear-eyed guide before you switch
A lower interest rate looks tempting, but a home loan transfer only makes sense if the maths and the mechanics both work in your favour.
BUSINESS
Lost your phone and wallet together? A practical playbook to protect your money fast
This is one of those modern emergencies where speed matters. If you act in the right order, you can usually stop the damage before it spreads.
BUSINESS
SGB 2017–18 Series XII to matures today: Investors set for four-fold gain as Gold Bond delivers 366% return
The Central Bank said that the redemption price has been calculated based on the simple average of the closing price of gold of 999 purity for the previous three business days—December 15, 16 and 17, 2025—as published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).
PERSONAL-FINANACE
A salary hike is not a spending licence: Use it to upgrade your life and your balance sheet
A practical guide to ensuring your next pay rise improves both daily comfort and long-term financial security, instead of disappearing into silent lifestyle inflation
PERSONAL-FINANCE
The 'in case of emergency' money file: What to keep, where to keep it
A practical system that reduces stress, prevents delays and ensures your money and intentions are easy to locate in an emergency
PERSONAL-FINANCE
PAN and Aadhaar loan fraud: What to do if someone borrows in your name
A quick, practical response plan to stop recovery pressure, fix your credit record, and reduce the chances of repeat misuse.
