Bitcoin Prices Rally Amid Geopolitical Tensions: Key Factors Behind The Surge
As Bitcoin gains traction, the momentum for cryptocurrencies shows a change in investor attention from traditional assets to digital currencies
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WhatsApp Chats Alone Can’t Justify A Rs 22.5 Crore Tax Demand, As Per ITAT Ruling
The ruling comes at a time when digital evidence is becoming a routine part of tax investigations. Messages, emails, and app-based communication are increasingly being pulled into assessments, especially during search operations
Banks Flag Cost, Privacy Hurdles As RBI Pushes For Face Recognition AI To Tackle ATM Fraud
RBI has sought opinions from banks on the use of facial recognition-based AI at ATMs and branches to prevent fraud at high-risk locations. Banks have raised issues of enhanced operational costs, NPCI compatibility and data privacy concerns
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) revised rules relating to the settlement guarantee fund (SGF) maintained by clearing corporations. The changes will help in reducing the capital burden of clearing members, and the move aims towards facilitating ease of doing business
Delayed Home Possession: Consumer Forums Free To Award Compensation Beyond Builder Agreement, Says Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by Parsvnath Developers against an order by the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) and said that consumer fora have statutory powers to award just and reasonable compensation for deficiency in service, beyond what is stipulated by the builder-homebuyer contract
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When a company raises funds through an initial public offer (IPO), it can either issue new shares (fresh issue) or allow existing shareholders to sell a portion of their stake, also known as offer for sale (OFS). Understanding the difference between a fresh issue and an OFS can help investors see what the company wants to achieve from its offering.
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Editor’s Note: Why I Want To Be ‘Sassy’ And ‘Selfish’
To start with, be aware of your rights. Then, tear apart your own reactions and get to the root cause. Next, open up talk within the family on why change is important
Daughters’ Inheritance Rights: Equality On Paper, Obstacles On The Ground
Despite the Hindu Succession Law allowing daughters a share in the ancestral property and father’s property, most of them forego their inheritance rights in favour of their brothers due to societal pressure and to avoid the emotional fallout of being demonised and isolated from their own families. What needs to change is the social mindset to let the law play out like it should
Gold Streedhan 2.0: From Consumption To Investment
For centuries, women have flocked to physical gold, but now they can leverage options like gold ETFs, gold mutual funds, and so on to create and compound wealth
Is Global Investing A Luxury Or Necessity?
Global investing is not about replacing your domestic investments. It is about complementing your portfolio with global exposure to build a diversified and resilient portfolio
Your Portfolio Choice Is The Key
The difference in expenses between direct and regular plans of mutual funds makes a difference to your portfolio returns, but your fund choices make an even bigger difference
Booking A Train Or Flight Ticket? Review Your Insurance Policy
Bundled travel insurance is usually inexpensive, but its coverage is patchy with sub-limits and exclusions. Check before buying whether it’s worth it
Rera Ridden With Gaps A Decade After Rollout
Rera was introduced to fix long-standing issues in the real estate sector, but it has fallen short on many counts. Here’s how homebuyers can make the most of Rera and the recourses they can pursue outside of Rera
Outlook Money 40After40: Invest Today For A Secure Tomorrow
Policymakers, regulators and industry leaders chart a new roadmap for financial security in an ageing India at the fourth edition of IDFC FIRST Bank presents Outlook Money 40After40 Retirement and Financial Planning Expo
Retire Smart, Not Sorry
Retirement planning is now the predominant financial priority for Indians. However, readiness for retirement has declined sharply. The key is to not procrastinate, but start planning today
Debt MFs Invest In G-secs, Offer More Liquidity Than Direct Bonds
Debt MFs Invest In G-secs, Offer More Liquidity Than Direct Bonds
What Is A Fresh Issue Vs An Offer For Sale In An IPO?
When a company raises funds through an initial public offer (IPO), it can either issue new shares (fresh issue) or allow existing shareholders to sell a portion of their stake, also known as offer for sale (OFS). Understanding the difference between a fresh issue and an OFS can help investors see what the company wants to achieve from its offering.
Sips For Children’s Education: Funding A Future Without Loans
For most parents, a child’s education is not just a financial goal; it is an emotional promise. The aspiration is clear—to offer the best possible opportunities without burdening the child, or the family, with long-term debt. Yet, education costs rarely announce themselves gently.
Hybrid Long Short For Uncertain Markets
Mix equity debt and hedges to reduce drawdowns while staying invested through choppy phases and shocks
Let The Fund Do The Rebalancing
When small caps cool and large caps stabilise, a flexi cap mandate can rotate allocation fast
Why Business Cycle Investing Matters Today
With inflation and geopolitics reshaping cycles, portfolios need rules to shift sectors without chasing headlines
The Structure Behind Thematic Investing
Use macro to spot themes, then apply valuation discipline and measurable growth checks before committing capital
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