Indians Are Buying Bigger Travel Insurance Covers Amid Rising Global Uncertainty
Medical coverage remains the most important reason why travelers buy travel insurance, with 75 per cent of travelers opting for it
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Thalapathy Vijay Set To Take Oath As Tamil Nadu CM - What Are The Key Economic and Welfare Expectations
Thalapathy Vijay is set to take oath as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu on May 9, but is yet to fulfil the 118 seat-mark to form the government. With the uncertainty around the incumbent government, citizens are eagerly waiting to see how the “Vijay Era” will balance growth in the state with the fiscal challenges
8th Pay Commission: Changes In Allowances, Pension, And Other Demands For Railway Employees
IRTSA is an employee body that has proposed higher pay, revised DA-HRA, better allowances, and pension reforms under the 8th Pay Commission
One of the biggest promises made repeatedly by the BJP during the Bengal elections was the implementation of Ayushman Bharat in the state. The party had earlier said that eligible families in Bengal would receive health insurance coverage of up to Rs 5 lakh under the Centre’s flagship scheme
Pension Benefits For Former MLAs Is Constitutional, Says Rajasthan HC Rejecting PIL
The Rajasthan High Court rejected the PIL that raised a question about pension benefits being extended to the former MLAs in the state, as against the explicit provision in the law. The court upheld the benefits, clarifying that the provision does not bypass constitutional authority
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For depositors, there is no real shift in how TDS on bank interest will be applied. The threshold-based system continues, and banks will deduct tax only when interest exceeds the prescribed limits
Medical coverage remains the most important reason why travelers buy travel insurance, with 75 per cent of travelers opting for it
If TDS is detected even after submitting Form 121, the taxpayer can claim the amount back while filing the income tax return for the relevant year. Normally, the deducted tax starts reflecting in Form 26AS and AIS after it is deposited by the deductor with the Income Tax Department
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Editor’s Note: Knowledge Is Power
According to a WEF report, only 27 per cent of Indian adults are considered to be financially literate, roughly half the figure for the UK and the US
Excluded! What Insurance Agents Won’t Tell You
Most sales conversations naturally focus on benefits, coverage amounts, and attractive features, because those are easier to communicate and align with what buyers want to hear, but it’s important to get into the details to avoid surprises at the time of making a claim
Is It The Right Time To Buy IT Stocks?
The IT sector has buckled under the pressure of AI disruption and global uncertainty, with stocks falling 35-40 per cent. Does this correction present a buying opportunity, or is there more pain ahead?
How D-Street Is Turning Losses Into Lessons
Real-life reactions to the ongoing market volatility and downturns and the lessons people learn from such events. There’s something for you too
Here’s How To Invest In Direct Mutual Funds
Direct mutual fund plans are costefficient. You can invest in them either online, or offline by visiting the fund house or registrar offices
How RWAs Are Failing Residents
Several resident welfare organisations operate with little accountability. Improved governance could be the way out, but there’s no solution in sight yet
All Seniors Aren’t Risk-Averse
One-size-fits-all investment strategies and age based pension schemes are ill-suited for the population that has different saving habits and risk appetite
How To Steady Your Life, Savings On An Irregular Income
For freelancers and gig employees with irregular income, creating a baseline budget for regular expenses can help them plan their finances better, including allocating funds for investing
Calculate Risk And Then Invest
Risk should always be viewed in context. When investing, pay heed to your risk tolerance and risk capacity, but always let the latter decide the way. It will stack the deck in your favour
The Price Of Growing Up Gen Z
From the pandemic to recessions to social media pressure, Gen Z face unique challenges. Recognising the fallouts is the key to deal with them
Move Equity To Debt 1-2 Years Prior To Goal
Move Equity To Debt 1-2 Years Prior To Goal
How To Invest For Retirement With Moderate Risk Appetite
How To Invest For Retirement With Moderate Risk Appetite
What Is 8th Pay Commission?
The Central Pay Commission is a government-appointed panel that decides how much central government employees should be paid and how their benefits should evolve over time. Since the setting up of the first CPC in 1946, these reviews have shaped how millions of government employees are compensated. On November 3, 2025, the 8th CPC was constituted to provide its recommendations within 18 months. The proposed revisions are expected to touch around five million central government employees, and around 6.80 million pensioners.
SIP For Retirement: Building Freedom, Not A Corpus Number
Retirement planning is often reduced to a single, intimidating question: How big should the number be? For many investors, this obsession with a corpus figure creates more anxiety than clarity. In reality, retirement is not about reaching a magical amount in the bank.
Smart Planning Today For A Comfortable Tomorrow With SBI Life- Retire Smart Plus
In today’s fast-evolving world, aspirations extend far beyond one’s professional journey. For many, retirement marks the beginning of a new chapter—a chance to pursue long-held passions, spend more time with loved ones, travel, or simply enjoy the comfort of financial independence.
You Have Been Saving In Rupees For A Dollar Future And That Is The Problem
GIFT City gives Indian families a smarter tax efficient way to protect wealth across borders and currencies
The World Is Changing. Is Your Portfolio Keeping Up?
The case for a True Sense Multi Asset Investment Mentor in today’s market
The Market Never Stays In One Place Neither Should Your Portfolio
Flexicap investing gives you the discipline to hold quality and the freedom to move
Stop Managing Volatility, Start Making It Work for Your Portfolio
Specialised Investment Funds are rewriting the rules of risk for the modern equity investor
The Right Theme At The Wrong Time Is Still The Wrong Investment
Thematic investing rewards those who understand cycles, not just stories and sectors
Three banks, including City Union Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Utkarsh Small Finance Bank (SFB), revised FD rates during the week ending on May 9, 2026
