SFIO widens probe into IndusInd Bank; summons audit firms over ₹2,000 crore derivatives irregularities

Mumbai: The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) has asked all major audit firms associated with over the past decade -S R & Co (an EY network firm), Haribhakti & Co,…

Public provident fund for children: Here’s how to open PPF account, contribution limit, withdrawal rules, tax deductions

For a parent, including their child’s future requirements, constituents and important and major part of financial planning. The right investment scheme can help secure money for the future big expenses…

BHIM App users can now easily track their CIBIL Score. Here’s how to do it

The nation’s digital payment ecosystem is set to deepen its integration with credit services as leading credit rating agency TransUnion CIBIL has partnered with NPCI BHIM Services Limited to bring…

Digital Gold explained: Here’s all you need to know about cost, associated charges, risk and tax liability for the asset

Gold holdings with Indian households have neared a whopping $5 trillion, according to a research report by Kotak Institutional Equities, which showed that value of this stock has rocketed to…

Top investment options in 2026: Compare FD, PPF, Mutual Funds, ELSS and gold — which asset class is right for you?

The year 2026 has witnessed a steady stream of geopolitical developments regarding the US-Iran conflict, alongside the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, that led to increased chaos. Despite this…

Tax Collected at Source: Here’s how changes to TCS rates impact you — check bank charges applicable

Indian taxpayers have updated tax compliance framework as per the new Income-Tax Act 2025 and I-T Rules 2026, which came into effect on 1 April. The changes aim to expand…

Can you withdraw Sukanya Samriddhi money before 21 years?

Saving for your daughter’s future is something most parents start thinking about quite early. Schemes like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) often become a go-to choice because of their long-term benefits.…

Health insurance coverage rises, higher in rural areas: Survey

has increased significantly over the last eight years, with rural areas surpassing urban coverage, according to a health survey released by the statistics ministry on Monday. In rural areas, the…

7 common mutual fund mistakes beginners must avoid in volatile markets

In a world shaken by ongoing wars, equity market swings, and inflation shocks, investing can easily feel like navigating a storm. Even more so when you take into consideration the…

RBI allows NDF contracts to clients, rebooking of related party trades

The (RBI) withdrew its April 1 circular which had barred banks and other authorised forex dealers from offering non deliverable forward (NDF) contracts to clients. It also rolled back the…