Category: Banking And Finance
Tax deadlines in May 2026: Key dates every taxpayer should know
As the new financial year settles in, May 2026 has several important tax deadlines that taxpayers should keep in mind. These include due dates for , quarterly filings, among others.…
Central Asia’s VC ecosystem hits record $320 million in 2025 but faces a critical pipeline, capital gap: Report
New Delhi [India]: Central Asia’s venture capital ecosystem reached a record USD 320 million in funding in 2025, but sustaining growth will require closing a USD 0.5 to 1.1 billion…
Missed Subhadra Yojana? Here are alternative welfare schemes available in Odisha
Several welfare schemes in Odisha are specifically designed to provide financial assistance and social support to women. These programmes focus on areas such as income support, betterment of livelihood, health…
What happens if you miss a PPF contribution? Penalties, rules and how it affects your account
The Public Provident Fund (PPF) requires a minimum yearly contribution of ₹500 to keep the account active. If an investor fails to deposit this amount in a financial year, the…
‘Should I quit my job to become an Instagram influencer?’ I asked ChatGPT: Here’s what AI said
I acted as a Bengaluru techie and asked ChatGPT if I should quit my job to become an influencer. Here is what it said. My ChatGPT Prompt I’m 27, earning…
I asked ChatGPT: SIPs, stocks, or fixed deposits – where to invest for maximum return? Answer was shocking
SIPs, stocks, or fixed deposits – where to invest for maximum return with minimum risk? Here’s what AI replied, which was shocking and practical. I asked : “I am 22…
How your credit score impacts home loan approval and what score you need for the best deal — Explained
A home loan is one of the biggest financial commitments, and lenders carefully evaluate your creditworthiness before offering terms. Among all the factors they consider, an individual’s credit score plays…
Smart spending: Here’s how you can save money without sacrificing fun
Amid rising prices and inflation, it has been imperative to balance your income drain into various directions — necessities, lifestyle, savings, retirement planning and investments. Today we look at top…
Transactions where PAN is mandatory in India: Full list after form 97 replaces form 60
With effect from April 1, 2026, changes under the Income Tax Act, 2025 have expanded the list of financial transactions where quoting a PAN is mandatory. Earlier, individuals without a…