Global crises are often marked by inflation, market volatility and job uncertainty—conditions that can unsettle even the most disciplined investors. While such disruptions are inherently unpredictable, a structured approach to…
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Why record-keeping rules are a hidden burden on individual taxpayers
“Ease of living” is a phrase the government frequently uses, much like “ease of doing business”. Yet, for individual taxpayers, the lived reality often feels quite different. From April 2026,…
8th Pay Commission: When will your salary rise and how much can you get
Central government employees across India are watching closely as the 8th Pay Commission gathers pace, raising hopes of a meaningful jump in salaries and a sizeable arrear payout. While the…
Are you financially free? Use the 33x rule to find out in 2 minutes
Financial freedom sets the foundation of a happy life. This is a goal that many aspire to achieve across the country. Still, it is often very difficult to quantify, i.e.,…
Tata AIA introduces funds focused on innovation, equity and global AI for wealth creation
Tata AIA Life Insurance has introduced three new investment funds linked to its unit-linked insurance plans (ULIPs). These funds provide investors with exposure to India’s innovation-led growth sectors and global…
Does receiving brokerage fee in an NRO account make it taxable in India?
I am an NRI residing in the UAE for many years and engaged in real estate brokerage services. Recently, I helped a UAE friend sell his immovable property in India,…
Bank of Baroda’s UPI overdraft facility to empower women self-help groups: Check key features, eligibility
Bank of Baroda has introduced an overdraft (OD) facility on Credit Line via UPI for verified women Self-Help Group (SHG) members, becoming the first bank in the country to operationalise…
Dubai property owners from India receive ED notices for using credit card to buy homes — What happened? How to solve it
Dubai property owners who are Indians and used credit cards to buy home in the high-end UAE city are starting to get notices from the Enforecement Directorate (ED), The Economic…
Geopolitical fragmentation and Indian equities: Risk, resilience, and realignment
The global economic order is entering a phase of increasing geopolitical fragmentation. Trade relationships are being reconfigured, supply chains are diversifying, and strategic competition among major powers is reshaping flows…
Home loan interest rates March 2026: Top 7 PSU banks compared and 5 key things to check before applying
As the real estate market in the country continues to evolve and attract buyers amid ongoing global geopolitical challenges, such as the Iran-US/Israel and Russia-Ukraine wars, choosing the most appropriate…