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Bajaj Finance Hikes FD Rates: Earn Up To 7.75% for Seniors

Bajaj Finance increases FD rates by up to 45 bps from May 1. Senior citizens can now earn up to 7.75% with improved tenure flexibility. Explore enhanced returns.

RBI E-Mandate Rules: Easier High-Value Payments, Less OTP

RBI E-Mandate Rules: Easier High-Value Payments, Less OTP

RBI’s new e-mandate rules simplify high-value payments by reducing OTP requirements, while keeping ₹15,000 threshold for everyday recurring transactions.

SCSS: Secure Monthly Retirement Income Up to ₹30 Lakh

SCSS: Secure Monthly Retirement Income Up to ₹30 Lakh

Discover the Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) for reliable monthly retirement income. Invest ₹10-30 lakh for safe, predictable returns.

India’s 2026 Remittance Rules: Forms 145 & 146 Explained

India’s 2026 Remittance Rules: Forms 145 & 146 Explained

Understand India’s 2026 foreign remittance rules. Learn about new Income Tax Forms 145 & 146 for enhanced transparency and compliance in overseas payments.

Term Insurance Plans: Essential Buying Guide

Term Insurance Plans: Essential Buying Guide

Buying term insurance? Understand coverage, payout, insurer reliability, sum assured, and add-ons for complete financial protection. Make an informed decision.

InvITs: Balancing Equity Growth with Debt Stability in India

InvITs: Balancing Equity Growth with Debt Stability in India

Explore InvITs in India: a unique investment blending equity growth potential with debt stability, offering inflation hedging and portfolio diversification.

Achieve ₹10 Crore in 25 Years with SIP and Lump Sum Strategy

SIP & Lump Sum: Build ₹10 Crore in 25 Years

Achieve ₹10-15 Crore in 25 years with a smart plan: ₹25k monthly SIP + ₹10-12 lakh lump sum. Manage risk with diversified funds.

India’s Credit Card Market Tops 119M: PSU Banks Drive Spending Growth

India’s Credit Card Market Tops 119M: PSU Banks Drive Spending Growth

India’s credit card market exceeds 119 million cards. HDFC Bank leads, while PSU banks show significant spending growth, especially in smaller markets.

Retirement Planning: Build a ₹16.2 Crore Corpus

Retirement Planning: Build a ₹16.2 Crore Corpus

Inflation means ₹1.25 lakh today needs ₹5.37 lakh monthly in 25 years. Build a ₹16.2 crore retirement corpus with consistent ₹67,000 monthly investment.

Home Loan EMIs: Why Borrowers Face Higher Rates

Home Loan EMIs: Why Borrowers Face Higher Rates

Discover why some home loan borrowers, especially with NBFCs, still face higher EMIs despite falling interest rates due to slower transmission.

8th Pay Commission: NC-JCM Discusses Pay & Pension Reforms

8th Pay Commission: NC-JCM Discusses Pay & Pension Reforms

NC-JCM meets to discuss 8th Pay Commission proposals, focusing on pay revisions and pension reforms for central government employees. Report expected May 2027.

Gift Tax Rules in India: Understanding Taxable Gifts Above ₹50,000

India Gift Tax: Taxable Gifts Over ₹50,000 Explained

Understand India’s gift tax laws. Learn which gifts (cash, jewelry, property) over ₹50,000 are taxable, wedding gift exemptions, and compliance tips.

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Kiyosaki Predicts 2026-27 Market Crash: Protect Your Wealth

Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 2026-27 market crash, sharing 6 ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad’ lessons to preserve wealth during economic downturns. Prepare now!

Warren Buffett Gets Social Security Like Everyone Else

Warren Buffett Gets Social Security Like Everyone Else

Discover how billionaire Warren Buffett receives a Social Security retirement payment, calculated just like any other American retiree based on 35 highest-earning years.

Update PF KYC Online: A Step-by-Step Guide to Prevent Claim Rejection

Update PF KYC Online: Avoid Claim Rejection

Easily update your PF KYC details online via the UAN portal. Ensure correct Aadhaar-linked info to prevent claim rejections and ensure smooth fund withdrawal.

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HDFC ERGO Optima Secure vs Plus: Health Insurance Comparison

Compare HDFC ERGO Optima Secure & Optima Secure Plus health insurance plans. Features, benefits, premiums, coverage, and bonus options explained to help you choose.

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Credilio Raises ₹100 Cr for Novio Credit Card Business

Fintech startup Credilio secures ₹100 Cr Series A funding led by Cornerstone Ventures to expand its FD-backed credit card app, novio, targeting underserved consumers.

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Indian Gold Market: Investment Demand Surges

Investment demand is reshaping the Indian gold market, with ETFs and bar/coin purchases driving growth. Jewellery demand stays strong despite rising prices.

A man in scrubs and a woman in business attire look at a computer screen at a hospital reception desk.

Insurance Trilemma: Balancing Costs & Quality Care

Explore the insurance trilemma: balancing insurers, hospitals, and customers. Trust, responsible billing, and honest engagement are key to quality care.

An Indian family watches a robotic surgery through a window, emphasizing access disparities due to insurance.

Robotic Joint Replacement: Insurance Gap in India

Insurance limitations hinder access to robotic joint replacement in India. Experts advocate for updated policies to cover robotic procedures, improving patient outcomes.

A happy couple, dressed in casual autumn wear, holding hands and a map while exploring a bustling South Korean street.

South Korea Trip: ₹2.75 Lakh Budget for 12 Days

Bengaluru couple’s 12-day South Korea trip cost ₹2.75 lakh! Discover how they explored Seoul, Busan, & Gyeongju on a budget, using smart travel hacks.

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Student Loan System Shifts to US Treasury

US shifts its $1.7T student loan system to the Treasury Department, impacting borrowers in default. Incremental changes pursued via inter-agency agreements.

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Credit Card Minimum Payments: Impact on Your Credit Score

Understand credit card minimum payments and their impact on your credit score. Learn how paying only the minimum can affect your finances and credit history.

A person sits at a wooden desk, pointing at a tax form with other financial documents, a calculator, and coffee nearby.

FIFO Method: Mutual Fund Capital Gains Tax Explained

Understand how the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method impacts capital gains tax on mutual fund redemptions. Learn about tax implications and holding periods.

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8th Pay Commission to Meet Unions in Delhi 2026

The 8th Central Pay Commission will meet with Unions in Delhi from April 28-30, 2026. Further meetings are planned nationwide. Employee input sought.

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Get the Best Home Loan: Credit Score Secrets

Unlock better home loan rates! Learn how your credit score impacts mortgage terms and secure the best deal. Improve your creditworthiness today.

A group of five older teachers, three men and two women, sit around a wooden table in a dimly lit room, engaged in a discussion. Papers, pens, and teacups are scattered across the table.

Teachers Demand ₹50,000 Minimum Pay in 8th Pay Commission

Teachers’ body PSNM seeks ₹50,000 minimum pay for Level 1 employees & ₹1,34,500 for Level 6 teachers under the 8th Pay Commission. Enhanced benefits & pension also requested.

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COVID-19 Arrears: DA, DR & 8th Pay Commission Update

Central Govt employees await COVID-19 DA/DR arrears. Finance Ministry yet to release payments. 2% DA/DR increase set for Jan 1, 2026. Read more.

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DA Hike: Central Govt Employees Salary Increase 2026

Central government employees to receive a salary boost in January 2026 with Dearness Allowance (DA) rising to 60% of Basic Pay. Details inside.

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Income Tax Rebate: Section 87A Explained

Understand Section 87A income tax rebate eligibility, limits, and rules for old and new tax regimes. Maximize tax savings for low to middle-income earners.

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