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    • Paytm to resume delivery of physical gold next month for its digital gold investors

      The mobile payments firm, which had paused physical gold redemption last August, is rolling out revamped infrastructure to enable delivery across more than 12,000 pin codes starting mid-April

    • The 'sandwich phase': How to invest when you're balancing kids, parents, EMIs at 40

      One must review and rebalance their portfolio annually, if equities have run up significantly, trim and redirect into fixed income or gold to restore target allocation

    • Karnataka to hire consultant to attract GCCs amid competition from neighbouring states

      Karnataka will soon identify a strategic consultant to spot gaps, pitch to global companies, and build an investment pipeline for Global Capability Centres, IT/ITeS firms and data centres.

    • Press Note 3 easing to apply prospectively, but some pending FDI proposals may benefit

      DPIIT Secretary Amardeep Singh Bhatia said the government expects the easing of norms to boost foreign investments.

    • Crude oil is hot: What are the investment options?

      The world currently consumes over 100 million barrels of oil each day, showing how deeply crude oil is woven into global transportation, industry, and energy structures.Those who want to invest in crude oil have multiple options, depending on their willingness to take risks, investment duration, and understanding of the market.

    • SIP vs STP vs SWP: How are these mutual fund strategies different and which is the best for you?

      Understanding the difference between SIP, STP and SWP is important because each method addresses a different investment need

    • Cabinet eases Press Note 3 rules, sets 60-day timeline for investment approvals from land-bordering countries

      Amendments allow up to 10 percent non-controlling beneficial ownership under automatic route; aim to boost manufacturing, deep-tech investment

    • Is it smart to borrow money to invest?

      It sounds like a clever shortcut. Take a loan, invest the money and earn more than the interest you pay. But once debt enters the picture, investing can start to feel very different.

    • Govt eases FDI norms for China, other countries sharing land border with India: Sources

      The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by PM Modi

    • India loses 40 basis points weightage in Norway Pension funds; China and Taiwan gain

      In 2025, Norges Bank India portfolio gave a dollar return of -1.4% compared to 15% overall return generated by the fund globally.

    • Gold outlook 2026: Is safe haven's rally running out of steam or just pausing before the next big move?

      By the end of 2026, gold could trade in the $5,500–$6,000 range, with dips likely attracting fresh investment demand from institutional and retail investors

    • Market volatility rises amid US-Iran war, is it time to invest in bonds?

      Those holding idle cash may consider deploying a portion into bonds in the short term, as it can help bring balance to a portfolio while navigating market uncertainty

    • Easing Press Note 3 may reopen door for Chinese investment, but trends suggest recovery likely gradual

      While India attracted larger Chinese investments than peers such as Vietnam and Thailand in 2015, inflows declined in subsequent years

    • Why gold, silver are falling despite worsening US-Iran war

      Investors are also moving funds into US treasuries and dollar-denominated assets, which are considered safe in periods of uncertainty

    • The Ripple Effect of Women’s Financial Independence Across Generations

      As women gain financial independence, their investment choices and financial habits are reshaping families and influencing future generations.

    • What common mistakes do mutual fund investors make during market volatility?

      Many investors believe they are diversified simply because they own mutual fund schemes

    • How to check EPF balance through missed call, SMS, Umang App and EPFO website

      If you want a detailed summary of your passbook and balance, you can download the Umag app on your smartphone

    • Lump sum or SIP: How should you invest your mutual fund money?

      Both methods are popular and commonly used for mutual fund investment. However, it depends on how the money is received and how comfortable an investor is with market volatility.

    • Investing when markets are shaky: How to protect your money without freezing

      Volatile markets are unsettling, but a clear investment framework built around discipline, diversification and realistic risk-taking can help you protect capital and stay invested without second-guessing every market move.

    • Varsha Usgaonkar and four others allegedly cheated of Rs 47 lakh; producer Avinash Jadhav arrested in investment scam

      Mumbai Police arrested producer Avinash Jadhav for allegedly cheating actor Varsha Usgaonkar and four others of Rs 47 lakh by promising high returns from a construction investment project in Dombivli.

    • EPF, NPS or PPF: which retirement savings option works best for you?

      The most effective retirement strategy is a combination approach, using EPF or PPF for stability and NPS for growth potential

    • How G-Secs fit into a retirement income strategy and what investors must know

      Laddering maturities can help create predictable cash flows, especially for retirement planning

    • Smallcaps to smart beta: March sees diversified mix of new fund offers

      NFOs offer a disciplined way to move from ‘panic’ to ‘process’, allowing investors to buy the fear while structurally protecting the downside through asset allocation, says expert.

    • How to invest in global energy ETFs and domestic energy mutual funds amid Iran-Israel war crisis

      Energy ETFs may benefit during crude spikes triggered by geopolitical events, but they represent tactical macro exposures. For most retail investors, reacting to individual events by adding single-sector ETFs can become timing-driven.

    • Why silver ETFs sometimes trade above their iNAV and what it means for investors

      In certain silver ETFs, heavy investor demand can push the traded price well above the indicative net asset value

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