The Union Government in a gazette notification dated 26 March slashed the special additional excise duty on petrol and diesel, bringing much relief to oil marketing companies amid heightened pressure…
Category: Banking And Finance
No more easy rate cuts: What borrowers should expect next
The recent pause in repo rates at 5.25% after a year of consistent rate reductions by the central bank is a clear signal of a shift in the country’s underlying…
Got a banking complaint? Follow RBI’s 3-step process before approaching Ombudsman
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has outlined a three-step process for customers seeking redressal of grievances against regulated entities, such as banking institutions, NBFCs, credit information companies, and payment…
10 key financial changes from 1 April 2026 that will directly impact your finances
There are several important changes in the pipeline as we enter the new financial year on 1 April 2026. Several confirmed financial and regulatory changes will come into force across…
Why DSP Mutual Fund’s Sahil Kapoor now sees a contrarian call on equities
After months of maintaining a conservative view on equities, DSP Mutual Fund has turned bullish following the sharp market fall on 23 March 2026. Indian markets corrected significantly amid the…
PPF vs EPF vs NPS: Which is the best retirement investment? Compare interest rates, tax benefits, tenure & more
Financial planning: Planning for your retirement must take into consideration rising costs, future medical and emergency needs, and lifestyle inflation. Thus, it is advisable to have some allocation towards secure…
March 31 deadline looms: Here are last-minute tax-saving moves for FY 26
The 2025-26 financial year is drawing to a close. With less than a week left for fiscal 2026 to end, there are still ways in which you can lower the…
Don’t miss these 3 financial tasks before March 31, 2026
As the financial year draws to a close, the last few days of March become crucial for getting your money matters in order. Missing key deadlines now could mean higher…
Why estate planning in India is never a one-size-fits-all
India is often described as a country that functions like a subcontinent. In estate planning, this description reflects a legal reality. Personal laws governing succession vary by religion. Marital statutes…
Planning your daughter’s future? Here are 10 money moves parents must make
Daughters are a blessing. Securing their future and ensuring access to essential opportunities is a responsibility every parent shares. In 2026, this means taking a balanced approach: investing in education,…