Thinking of prepaying your home loan? CA says why you might be doing it wrongChartered accountant Paaras Gangwal advises caution on home loan prepayments. He explains that early loan prepayments yield significant sav...
11 Jun, 2026, 12.14 PM IST
How a simple home loan EMI calculation before you apply can reduce your interest burdenA home loan EMI calculator is an invaluable tool for financial planning, allowing users to estimate monthly repayments, total interest, and...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.14 AM IST
You'll always have mummy-papa bankAfter spending 46 years as a sadhu, an Indian man returned to his hometown, humbly requesting alms from his aging mother. This poignant mom...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Maruti Suzuki announces price protection for small cars booked till June 14Maruti Suzuki India is offering price protection on its small car range until June 14, 2026. This initiative aims to shield entry-level buy...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
German car, designer bag, luxury watch? CA says none of these prove you're actually rich. Here's what really mattersCA Nitin Kaushik challenges the notion that luxury goods signify wealth. He argues that visible status symbols like premium cars or designe...
07 Jun, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
Mumbai woman has not used a dustbin for over five years. How did she keep her home waste-free without overspending?A Mumbai woman has successfully lived waste-free for five years by transforming her home. She composts kitchen scraps for her garden, recyc...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.43 PM IST
'Income Rs 1.7 lakh per month, savings just Rs 2,250': Couple say they are living paycheck to paycheck, mentally exhaustedA young Indian couple earning a combined ₹1.7 lakh monthly faces financial strain. High loan EMIs, including a ₹70,000 personal loan, leave...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
RBI holds repo rate, but for how long will relief for home loan borrowers continue?The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% has provided relief to home loan borrowers, but rising inflation could trigger ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
RBI MPC June meet 2026: What's cheaper and what's costlierThe Reserve Bank of India has maintained the repo rate at 5.25%. This decision comes as policymakers assess the effects of higher energy pr...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Pune woman says family of three spends ₹2.2 lakh a month despite owning EV and cooking at homeA Pune family of three revealed their monthly expenses total ₹2.2 lakh, sparking debate on living costs. Despite owning an EV and cooking a...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Pune couple spends Rs 2.2 lakh a month despite paying Rs 1,800 to maid and driving an EV. Here’s where the money goesA Pune couple's Rs 2.2 lakh monthly expenditure is sparking debate on urban Indian living costs. Despite cooking at home and using an EV, h...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
No cost EMI a scam? CA warns why it can be a financial trap targeting middle classNo-cost EMIs are popular in India, making big purchases seem affordable. Chartered accountant Nitin Kaushik warns this is a psychological s...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: 5 benefits of filing income tax return besides paying taxesFiling your Income Tax Return is more than just a tax duty. It acts as a vital financial record. It helps in getting loans approved. You ca...
02 Jun, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
Harassed by loan recovery agents? Know your legal rights and 6 steps to fight backBorrowers struggling with debt often face harassment from recovery agents through abusive calls, threats, public shaming, and unauthorised ...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Bengaluru techie, earning Rs 24 LPA, reveals how her parents ruined all of her savings: ‘Living paycheck to paycheck…’A Bengaluru professional earning Rs 2 lakh monthly felt helpless after her parents, burdened by debt, pressured her into buying a house. No...
31 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Paying home loan for 30 years? CA explains the hidden trap behind the home loans and the only way to beat itHomebuyers often overlook the true cost of 30-year home loans. Early EMIs primarily pay interest, not principal. Chartered Accountant Nitin...
29 May, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
How a personal loan EMI calculator can help you plan repayments betterUnderstanding personal loan EMIs is crucial for managing major expenses. An EMI calculator helps estimate monthly repayments based on loan ...
28 May, 2026, 05.09 PM IST