Akshat Shrivastava, a startup founder and financial educator, has sparked a significant conversation regarding the financial decline of India’s middle class. Through a , Shrivastava reflected on the financial stability…
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Over 80% jump: The city that outpaced Delhi, Mumbai in property price growth
It’s not Delhi. It’s not Mumbai. Over the past four years, the Indian city with the steepest rise in home prices is Hyderabad, clocking a staggering 80% jump in average…
Explained: Why fixed deposits are losing appeal among Indian households
Bank fixed deposits (FDs), once a staple in Indian household investment portfolios, are facing a shift in preference towards higher-yielding financial instruments such as mutual funds and equities. Recent data…
Think you’re exempt from filing ITR? Your lifestyle may say otherwise
Many taxpayers believe that if their annual income falls below the basic exemption threshold, they are off the hook when it comes to filing their Income Tax Return (ITR). But…
We trapped ourselves: Data scientist’s post on middle class spending sparks debate
A LinkedIn post by Mumbai-based data scientist Monish Gosar has triggered fresh debate over how India’s middle class manages its money. In his post, Gosar questioned the widely held belief…
Gold price rises amid Israel-Iran tensions: Should you buy now or wait?
Gold prices have been rising recently, driven by . As of Monday, domestic gold futures saw a slight increase, trading above Rs 1,00,000 per 10 grams. This rise comes as…
FinTech Funding June 2024: Indian FinTechs Raised $587 Million
While there has been a funding winter in fintech and tech startups over the past year, early-stage deal funding has seen a rise, while late-stage deal funding has declined. FinTech…
December Bank Holiday List 2024 in India
December Bank Holiday List 2024: Plan Your Finances for the Festive Season! December marks the end of the year and the beginning of festive cheer in India. However, it’s also…
November Bank Holiday List 2024 in India
November Bank Holiday List 2024: Gear Up for Festive Closures in India November in India is synonymous with vibrant festivals and, of course, bank holidays. Here’s a comprehensive guide to…
October Bank Holiday List 2024 in India
October Bank Holiday List 2024: A Quick Guide for Smart Banking October brings festive cheer and a few bank holidays in India. This blog post helps you navigate these closures…