We are a business family and own considerable real estate. My grandfather passed away last year. He was the patriarch of the family. He did not leave a Will and…
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Bank holiday today, May 27: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, and other banks closed for Bakrid/Eid al-Adha? – Check list
Banks in some states will remain closed today (Wendesday), on / Eid al-Adha, May 27, 2026, Since Bakrid / Eid al-Adha is a gazetted holiday, it will be observed as…
ICICI Bank adds most credit cards in April amid rising competition
MUMBAI: added the highest number of new among India’s top five issuers in April, signalling intensifying competition for cardholder market share, Reserve Bank of India data showed. ICICI Bank recorded…
The truth about NRI deposits: India is not losing them, says ClearTax’s Archit Gupta
Concerns about non-resident Indians (NRIs) withdrawing money from India have been gaining traction recently, especially after the Reserve Bank of India released data earlier this week showing a slowdown in…
Atal Pension Yojana: Scheme, eligibility, pension payout, tax benefits of APY, explained
Administered by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), the Atal Pension Yojana is a government initiative that seeks to create a universal social security system for all Indians.…
Working in a foreign country? Here’s what EPFO’s Social Security Agreement means, how it works & other key FAQs answered
Among the safest, long-term retirement savings plans for salaried individuals in the country, the employees provident fund (EPF) is offering 8.25% interest this quarter on joint monthly contributions made by…
I asked ChatGPT the actual cost of a child’s school education in Delhi: AI gives me reality-check
I acted as a Delhi-based parent and asked ChatGPT for suggestions for my child’s education. I asked AI to break down the actual costs. My ChatGPT Prompt I’m a parent…
8th pay commission: Meeting with employee representatives scheduled in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh — Check dates
The 8th pay commission (CPC) has scheduled a visit to Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh on 22-23 June (Monday and Tuesday), and called on interested stakeholders to submit appointment requests on or…
ITR: Here’s why it is important to ensure TDS statement, Form 26AS details match before you file income-tax returns
The income-tax department has notified I-T return (ITR) forms for assessment year 2026-27 (AY27) or financial year 2025-26 (FY26) and enabled Excel Utility for the ITR-1 (Sahaj) and ITR-4 (Sugam)…
Charlie Munger’s wealth lessons: 5 habits to give up for long-term success in life and investing
Success is not about doing exceptional or extraordinary things. It is more often about devotion, consistency, and avoiding common, ordinary mistakes. Few thinkers have explained this better than the legendary…