Taxpayers must link their PAN with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025, to avoid PAN inactivation, higher tax deductions, and disruption of financial transactions
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As the tax department increasingly uses technology and data matching to monitor compliance, such pauses in processing may become more common
As 2025 draws to a close, year-end portfolio reviews become a natural focus for retail investors. However, a meaningful review goes far beyond checking which mutual funds performed well and which did not. The foundation of any effective review lies in a clearly pre-defined objective. Here’s how to go about it
Rolling returns of the largest mutual funds look reassuring and would keep most investors happy. But these numbers need to be read with caution.
The holiday calendar released by the exchanges shows the highest number of holidays in March. Here are the details and the exhaustive list of holidays for the stock market
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Silver prices jumped Rs 3,650 to a record Rs 2.4 lakh per kg in Delhi amid strong buying, while gold slipped from peak levels on profit booking and global weakness
Understanding NAV: Why the Per-Unit Value of a Mutual Fund Doesn’t Tell You How Well It Will Perform
The central bank has revised the KYC regulation for all financial institutions in India to clearly assign responsibility for verifying customer identity and address
Beyond December 31, changes can be made only if the tax department initiates communication or seeks clarification
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If you have the travel bug in you, no one is asking you to kill it. Do nurture it, but also tame it in a way that it doesn’t bite you in the back. Train it to rear its head when you can afford to feed it. A little planning will help you do so.
A motorcycling road trip could be the ultimate adrenaline rush combining adventure along with relative comfort
Whether it is a weekend ride or a long-distance tour, motorcycle touring requires proper preparation. Get the right gear for a safe and memorable ride
Specialised adventure travel plans typically cover injuries, equipment damage, and other situations arising from high-risk activities. But keep in mind the exclusions and limitations. Sometimes, an adventure rider with a standard travel insurance may work better
Rising cost of urban living along with stagnant salaries are pushing a generation of young professionals to move back in with their parents. That situation may lead to friction but mature handling make the situation a win-win for both
Savvy investors are looking for smarter investment strategies, better asset allocation, and products that can balance portfolio growth with stability. Do specialised investment funds (SIFs) fit the bill?
An analysis of ICICI Pru Value Fund. It invests in stocks that are currently undervalued. The idea is to identify stocks across market capitalisation and conserve cash in the absence of value opportunity
Rera has made property buying more transparent, yet other costs can raise the actual price by 10–20 per cent. Buyers should not assume the price on the brochure is final. The true cost of homeownership is far higher
The deposit in Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) account is automated, but withdrawal is restricted. The Central Board of Trustees of EPFO has recently eased withdrawal rules, but confusion persists. We answer 10 FAQs for clarification
It’s crucial to make your own estimate for a retirement corpus, based on your expenses and lifestyle habits. This exercise should be unique to each individual
Our actions and thoughts translate into how our money life shapes up. Look for blind spots before you make any money decisions
PPF Return Beats Bank FDs’ Over Long Term
It Is Safer To Check Insurance Policy Brochure Yourself
Before buying a house, you must know whether it is a freehold or a leasehold property. In a freehold property, the buyer has complete and permanent rights over the land without any renewal requirements. Leasehold properties come with restrictions as the ownership remains time-bound. We explain the difference between the two, and how the nature of a property can affect its resale value, loan eligibility, and long-term financial planning
Rising rents make solo living expensive; staying home lets Gen Z redirect cash into assets.
Turn monthly investments into a disciplined habit that quietly compounds into long term financial freedom
Shift between growth and safety as the economy turns instead of reacting late to headlines
Good themes are built on data and discipline, not fashion; understand the forces before investing.
Blend large mid and small caps in one portfolio so gains offset volatility across cycles
Combine SIP discipline with multi asset funds so volatility softens while long term compounding continues
The old age pension beneficiaries in Uttar Pradesh has reached 6.75 million, with nearly a million beneficiaries enrolled in the last eight months. The state government has also recently approved the proposal for automatic identification through Aadhaar-based authentication and real-time monitoring to remove the fake and fraudulent beneficiaries and applications
