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Dearness Allowance 3% hike: Why families should invest before festival splurging

With the DA hike putting more money in hand and reduction in GST rates, the temptation to indulge in unplanned shopping and excessive spending is stronger than ever.

Teena Jain Kaushal

October 05, 2025 / 20:46 IST

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Teena Jain Kaushal is Editor - Personal Finance (Audience Growth) at Moneycontrol, with over two decades of expertise demystifying money matters. Whether it’s decoding tax, navigating investments, or breaking down the latest insurance trends, her aim is to help readers make smarter financial decisions.

first published: Oct 1, 2025 04:28 pm

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Dearness Allowance 3% hike: Why families should invest before festival splurging

With the DA hike putting more money in hand and reduction in GST rates, the temptation to indulge in unplanned shopping and excessive spending is stronger than ever.

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