Central government employees concerned over the volatile market conditions have demanded that the 8th central pay commission (CPC) assure minimum payout under the National Pension Scheme amid the program’s large…
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Bajaj Finserv to up mkt share despite competition, aims to serve every Indian household in 10 yrs: CMD
Mumbai: Seemingly unfazed by the aggressive competition in the landscape, largest private sector non-bank lender is looking to gradually increase its market share and serve every Indian in the next…
I asked ChatGPT: Can I do a solo Bali trip from Delhi in ₹1 lakh? AI reveals the real 2026 cost
remains one of the most searched international destinations among Indian travellers, especially for solo trips combining beaches, cafés, nightlife, wellness and slow travel experiences. But with rising flight prices, overtourism…
Rethinking ‘idle money’ in a rising rate environment
For decades, the Indian savings account has occupied a peculiar space in personal finance: ubiquitous, essential, yet largely overlooked. It has served as a transactional necessity rather than a financial…
8th Pay Commission demands: Salary hike, pension reform and fitment factor compared across 3 major unions
As the 8th Pay Commission enters an active phase of consultations and discussions, employee bodies have aligned on one core message: the need for a substantial overhaul of salaries, pensions…
NRI members can receive tax-exempt sums from HUF income
I have been residing in the UK for the past 12 years. My parents and one sibling are residents of India. My father had formed a HUF several years ago,…
‘Bengaluru rent is second EMI’: Couple pays ₹56,000 rent out of ₹1.3 lakh monthly budget, netizens relate
How expensive is ? While one may not find an absolute answer, one can take a hint from social media. Recently, a Bengaluru-based couple shared their monthly expenses in the…
Missed an EMI repayment? Here are 5 ways default can impact your credit score
A missed EMI is not a minor banking lapse; it is a significant credit event with long‑lasting consequences. Its impact goes far beyond a single transaction. Today’s credit system is…
EPFO asked to pay ₹50,000 to employee for taking 10 years to process Provident Fund transfer from old to new account
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) cannot use software-related issues as an excuse for nearly a decade’s delay in transferring money from an employee’s old PF account to his new…