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Personal FinanceSweep-in FD vs regular FD: 5 key differences investors should know
Sweep-in FD vs Regular FD: Understand five key differences in liquidity, interest rates, withdrawals, charges and suitability. Compare SBI, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank FD rules to ch…
Personal FinanceWhen do you need a tax residency certificate to claim lower tax rate under DTAA for Tax Year 2026
For Indians earning income from overseas, securing a tax residency certificate is essential to avail benefits under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA). To acquire this…
Personal FinanceHave leftover money on your forex card after a foreign trip? Here's how to transfer it back to your Indian bank account
Unused funds on an Indian traveller’s forex card can be converted into rupees through the issuer’s refund or encashment process. The complete process explained.
Personal FinanceCredit card overlimit facility: Eligibility, charges and 6 factors to consider before opting in
Understand the credit card overlimit facility, RBI consent rules, overlimit fees, interest costs and credit score impact. Check six important things to analyse before opting in, i…
Personal FinanceLandowner gets Rs 6 crore by selling TDRs received for giving up land for road widening, pays no tax; ITAT Bangalore rules TDR sale taxable as capital gains
For giving up 2,839 sq. metres of land, BBMP gives landowner TDRs which landowner sells to builder for Rs 6 crore; Income Tax Dept sends notice; ITAT Bangalore rules TDR sale attr…
Personal FinanceCan stock market losses offset mutual fund gains? What is tax-loss harvesting strategy, how it works
Investors can sell loss-making stocks to offset eligible capital gains from other assets. Here's whether you can lower your tax liability from mutual fund gains by using stock los…
Personal FinanceHome loan rates October 2026: Compare rates starting from 7% across 12 public sector banks
Home loan rates start at 7% at select public sector banks in October 2026. Compare rates across 12 public sector banks, including SBI, Bank of Baroda and PNB, and understand the f…
Personal FinanceA paid Rs 1,64,900 upfront for iPhone 18 Pro, B chose credit card EMI, C picked no-cost EMI in festive sales – Who saved most after discounts?
The biggest misconception about no-cost EMI is that the bank doesn't charge any interest. In a no-cost EMI, the seller readjusts the interest amount so that the sum of all the EMI…
Personal FinanceCredit score after marriage: How can your spouse’s credit history affect joint home and personal loans?
Marriage does not automatically merge credit scores, but your spouse’s credit history can affect a joint home loan application. Find out how lenders assess both applicants’ credit…
Personal FinanceFD rate up to 8.25% for senior citizens investing for five years; know the list of banks
Currently, multiple banks are offering attractive fixed deposit interest rates that go up to 8.25% specifically for senior citizens. Suryoday Small Finance Bank stands out, boasti…
Personal FinanceAre you an NRI renting out property in India? Here is who can help to manage it; how to pay tax and remit money abroad
NRIs can legally own and rent out property in India while they are living abroad. Here's who can help to manage the house, how to receive rent, pay tax and remit money abroad.&nbs…
Personal FinanceHow you can use FD laddering for Rs 10 lakh investment after RBI raises repo rate
The Reserve Bank of India has raised the repo rate, which positively impacts fixed deposit interest rates. Investors should explore the FD laddering strategy for various tenures,…
Personal FinanceParents funding your home down payment? Is the money tax-free, can it invite scrutiny, documents needed — FAQs answered
As rising property prices make down payments harder to afford, some young Indian homebuyers may rely on financial help from parents. Here's whether the money is tax-free, can it i…
Personal FinancePersonal loan rates October 2026: Check EMI and processing fees across 22 lenders
Personal loan interest rates in October 2026 range from 8.90% to 30.50% across 22 lenders. Compare personal loan EMIs, interest rates and processing fees for a ₹5 lakh, five-year…
Personal Finance8th Pay Commission: Rs 18,000 to Rs 69,000 minimum pay? What pensioners’ body has proposed
The 8th Pay Commission recently held meetings in Bengaluru with several pensioners' organizations for discussions. Recommendations included raising the minimum basic pay to Rs 69,…
Personal FinanceSaturday bank holiday: Are SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and others open or closed today on October 10, 2026?
On October 10, 2026, banking services will be suspended due to the second Saturday of the month coinciding with Mahalaya Amavasye celebrated in Karnataka and West Bengal. Followin…
Personal Finance8th Pay Commission: How much could basic pay rise at 3.25 and 3.833 fitment factors? Check calculations
The 8th Pay Commission may revise central government salaries based on an approved fitment factor. Compare illustrative basic pay calculations at 3.25 and 3.833, understand union…
Personal FinanceAadhaar deactivation after death: How to report a family member's death to UIDAI, documents needed and steps to follow
UIDAI allows Aadhaar holders to report a family member’s death through an online facility. The process requires specific documents and identity verification. Here’s how to submit…
Personal FinanceMarriage registration in India: Is a court certificate mandatory? Experts explain the legal position and key rules
If you are married according to religious customs but never registered your marriage, what does that mean for your legal rights? Experts explain the applicable rules, whether regi…
Personal FinanceExpecting to receive festive bonus 2026? Where to invest for better returns — mutual funds, gold or FDs? Experts suggest
Expecting to receive a festive bonus this Diwali 2026? With mixed returns across mutual funds and gold, and bank FDs offering predictable interest, where should you put your extra…
Personal FinanceGPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter—what govt employees should know
The Finance Ministry has announced the General Provident Fund (GPF) interest rate for the October-December 2026 quarter. What does the latest notification mean for eligible govern…
Personal FinanceRBI rate hike impact: Shriram Finance increases FD rates up to 7.85% effective October 11 — check revised structure
Revised rates to take effect from October 11; 24–35 months and 15 months digital fixed deposits to earn 7.5%.
Personal FinanceLIC vs private life insurers: Who saw faster premium growth in September 2026? What policy buyers should know
LIC outpaced private insurers in individual life insurance premium growth in September 2026, but private players grew faster in total new business premiums. HDFC Life and ICICI Pr…
Personal FinanceCBDT amends Income Tax Form 161 on 8 October: What changes for taxpayers seeking penalty waiver? Expert explains
The CBDT has revised Income Tax Form 161 through a notification dated 8 October. The amendment updates the rules governing applications for penalty waiver. What does the revised f…
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