Fuel price cuts will depend on sustained stability in global crude oil prices, with the government waiting for lower-cost crude to reflect in domestic fuel pricing, Hardeep Singh Puri has said
A Maharashtra consumer commission has ordered an insurer to honour a Rs 50 lakh life insurance claim after DNA and forensic evidence supported the widow’s case
The EPFO has introduced the 3-day claim settlement under the new 2026 framework, and delaying the settlement will attract penal interest fixed at 12 per cent
Knack Packaging IPO’s bidding window closed on July 3. Investors are now awaiting the finalisation of the basis of allotment as the company gears up for its upcoming stock market debut
Buying life insurance online lets customers compare plans easily, but they need to give correct details about their health, income, habits, and any policies they already have
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Sebi has revamped the rules for handling unpaid client securities, setting stricter timelines and clearer responsibilities for brokers. Here's what investors should know
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For depositors, there is no real shift in how TDS on bank interest will be applied. The threshold-based system continues, and banks will deduct tax only when interest exceeds the prescribed limits
The insurance regulator is considering staggered commissions, service-linked payouts and tighter disclosures to reduce policy churn, rein in distribution costs and improve customer suitability in insurance sales
The Supreme Court has laid down separate guidelines for using income tax returns to determine victims' annual income in motor accident compensation cases
It’s important to check not just vaastu, title deeds and agreements, but also no-objection certificates on basic safety protocols. The recent fire incidents in some of the metros’ high-rises serve as a reminder
For homebuyers, skyscrapers and high-rises are symbols of security, amenities and a better quality of life. Yet every major fire incident exposes an uncomfortable reality: the infrastructure designed to protect residents often struggles to keep pace with the height and density of the buildings
People rarely think a fire will affect their building, until it does. With cases of fires rising, better to insure your home against unforeseen disaster
The recent US-Iran peace agreement and measures by the government and RBI have helped contain rupee volatility, but uncertainty remains. Here is what it means for you and why your financial strategy should be above and beyond such movements
InvITs are often viewed as equity investments that compound over time. But they are not equity or their substitute. Rather, they are a fixed-income alternative to generate cash flow
Some of India’s pandemic era equity investors have moved from chasing quick trading gains to embracing more disciplined, mutual fund-led wealth creation
For decades, prime property wealth was reserved for those who could write big cheques. The Reits revolution is making real estate investment more accessible
Each life event you cross merits a review of your term plan. Ensure that the sum assured covers your future income to support your family and liabilities
Retirement is a pivot and not the end, shows the life choices of Dr Kuldeep Singh, who started his second career three years after his retirement, at a medical college in Katra
Retirement is not a destination. You have to plan through it. Building up a retirement corpus is just one aspect, but figuring out your life and how you plan to spend your time is the other
As young earners face rising living costs, instant digital loans and lifestyle spending create a silent debt cycle that can compromise and delay wealth milestones
Even with a limited salary, disciplined investing through SIPs, an emergency fund and responsible credit use can help you build long-term wealth.
Think you've missed the opportunity to invest in equities? Learn how to transition from fixed deposits to mutual funds, rebalance your portfolio and build long-term wealth without taking excessive risk.
A share buyback allows a listed company to use its capital to buy its own outstanding shares from the secondary stock market. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) announced the reintroduction of open market share buyback on June 19, 2026. Now, listed companies will be able to undertake share buyback through the open market offer route from August 1, 2026. The reintroduction provides regular retail shareholders an additional avenue to sell their shares directly on stock exchanges during the active buyback period, thus enhancing transparent market prices.
NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme is a bundled product offering protection against health related expenses and compounding benefits for pension security. However, it may not necessarily be a substitute for health insurance
