SCSS Monthly Income Guide: What Rs 10L, Rs 20L & Rs 30L Can Earn In Retirement
SCSS is an investment scheme backed by the government. You can invest your savings in this secure investment scheme which offers fixed returns and regular pay-outs.
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Beyond Hospital Bills: Why Health Insurance Is Turning To Wellness
People today are far more conscious about their health than they were a decade ago. Conversations around fitness, preventive care, and mental well-being have moved into the mainstream
Sebi Operationalises Fast-Track Route For AIF Placement, Launches Can Be Made In 30 Days
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has changed rules for alternative investment fund (AIF) placement to fast-track it to 30 days for first-time launches. The move aims to improve the ease of doing business and enable quicker capital deployment
The Centre could bring digital gold into the regulatory scope, thus moving it out of a grey area. The move is expected to deepen market participation and bring institutional investment into the segment along with greater investor protection, transparency, and accountability
Smallcap Stocks Record Best Monthly Rally In 12 Years In April 2026 Post US-Iran War-Led Correction
Smallcap stocks posted their best monthly rally in 12 years in April 2026 after recovering from the US-Iran war-led correction. Read ahead to know what drove the sharp rebound and whether the momentum can continue
Combined cash market turnover across the NSE and BSE rose in April, while derivatives activity declined marginally as easing US-Iran tensions reduced hedging and short-term bets
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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
Across insurers, there has been a steady increase in the number of people opting for a Rs 1 core health insurance policy. However, a Rs 1 crore cover is not a one-size-fits-all solution. What works for one household may not make sense for another. Income levels, the number of dependents, any existing policies, and whether one is already covered through an employer all come into play
Salaried taxpayers with an annual salary of more than Rs 1.50 lakh should ask their employers for Form 12BA by April 30 to avoid any incorrect reporting of perquisites and possibility of a mismatch while filing ITR
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Editor’s Note: Knowledge Is Power
According to a WEF report, only 27 per cent of Indian adults are considered to be financially literate, roughly half the figure for the UK and the US
Excluded! What Insurance Agents Won’t Tell You
Most sales conversations naturally focus on benefits, coverage amounts, and attractive features, because those are easier to communicate and align with what buyers want to hear, but it’s important to get into the details to avoid surprises at the time of making a claim
Is It The Right Time To Buy IT Stocks?
The IT sector has buckled under the pressure of AI disruption and global uncertainty, with stocks falling 35-40 per cent. Does this correction present a buying opportunity, or is there more pain ahead?
How D-Street Is Turning Losses Into Lessons
Real-life reactions to the ongoing market volatility and downturns and the lessons people learn from such events. There’s something for you too
Here’s How To Invest In Direct Mutual Funds
Direct mutual fund plans are costefficient. You can invest in them either online, or offline by visiting the fund house or registrar offices
How RWAs Are Failing Residents
Several resident welfare organisations operate with little accountability. Improved governance could be the way out, but there’s no solution in sight yet
All Seniors Aren’t Risk-Averse
One-size-fits-all investment strategies and age based pension schemes are ill-suited for the population that has different saving habits and risk appetite
How To Steady Your Life, Savings On An Irregular Income
For freelancers and gig employees with irregular income, creating a baseline budget for regular expenses can help them plan their finances better, including allocating funds for investing
Calculate Risk And Then Invest
Risk should always be viewed in context. When investing, pay heed to your risk tolerance and risk capacity, but always let the latter decide the way. It will stack the deck in your favour
The Price Of Growing Up Gen Z
From the pandemic to recessions to social media pressure, Gen Z face unique challenges. Recognising the fallouts is the key to deal with them
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What Is 8th Pay Commission?
The Central Pay Commission is a government-appointed panel that decides how much central government employees should be paid and how their benefits should evolve over time. Since the setting up of the first CPC in 1946, these reviews have shaped how millions of government employees are compensated. On November 3, 2025, the 8th CPC was constituted to provide its recommendations within 18 months. The proposed revisions are expected to touch around five million central government employees, and around 6.80 million pensioners.
The EPFO may hike the minimum pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to Rs 7,500. Employee associations have been demanding a hike for a long time. The existing minimum pension of Rs 1,000 was fixed in 2014
