Why are Registered Investment Advisers so rare in India? The big reason may surprise investorsIn the Indian investment landscape, a stark difference exists between mutual fund distributors who earn commissions and fee-only advisors w...
07 Sep, 2026, 11.06 AM IST
Can NRIs gift money to an HUF and save tax? Check these income clubbing and tax rules before transferring fundsNRIs have the opportunity to gift money to their Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) without incurring immediate tax obligations. However, it's im...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Can an NRI be a nominee for PPF, NSC or SCSS? Here’s what happens to the money after the account holder diesNRIs can now be nominees for India's small-savings schemes like PPF and NSC, a change from 2023. While they can receive proceeds, repatriat...
03 Sep, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Rs 41 lakh cash deposit but no ITR: Bengaluru man claimed his wife and father paid his expenses; ITAT Bangalore refuses relief on this groundWaseem Ahmed, accountant member and Keshav Dubey, judicial member of ITAT Bangalore, in a recent judgement refused to condone a delay of ab...
02 Sep, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
Nepal floods: Green house that went viral standing amid raging water and debris, owner reveals what happened insideA woman who survived Nepal’s August 26 flash floods has recounted how six people were trapped inside a house as floodwaters surged and neig...
01 Sep, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
Will I inherit my family’s land in India if I become an NRI?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I would like to understand what happens to my rights over inherited agricultural land in India if I acquire forei...
01 Sep, 2026, 12.49 PM IST
"She was coming for Raksha Bandhan": Brother of NRI woman missing in Nepal after flash floodAn NRI couple from Vadodara is missing in Nepal after devastating flash floods struck the country. The family has appealed to the Indian go...
28 Aug, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
Are CGHS centres closed from August 27-31, 2026? Ministry responds as confusion prevailsA fake notice falsely claimed CGHS wellness centres closure due to NEET-PG examination duties. The Directorate of CGHS and PIB Fact Check h...
27 Aug, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
Jeevan Pramaan Patra submission for NRI pensioners: 6 problems NRIs may face while submitting their life certificate and what they should doLife certificate: Non-Resident Indians are facing significant hurdles in submitting their Jeevan Pramaan digitally. Issues such as Aadhaar ...
27 Aug, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
‘Rs 1 crore in US is like Rs 25 lakh in India’: Techie, who spent 15 years in America, says he saved more with one-fourth salary at home: Here’s whyAn Indian professional living in the US says he was able to save more on a Rs 25 lakh annual salary in India than on his current US income ...
26 Aug, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
ETMarkets NRI Talk | 50-60% in equities? R Sivakumar Axis MF CIO’s Rs 1 crore NRI portfolio playbookR Sivakumar, CIO, Axis Mutual Fund, believes the starting point should be a diversified asset-allocation framework rather than market views...
26 Aug, 2026, 08.42 AM IST
ETMarkets NRI Talk | Why private credit, REITs and PMS are entering the NRI investment conversation, explains Sumegh BhatiaPrivate credit, REITs, InvITs and PMS are gaining interest for their potential to provide differentiated return streams, contractual cash f...
25 Aug, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
ETMarkets NRI Talk | Rupee at 96: Why NRIs should think twice before sending more money to India, says Sachin SawrikarWhile a weaker rupee means more rupees for every dollar remitted, it can also erode the dollar value of INR-denominated investments over ti...
24 Aug, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
Banks & legal eagles quietly revive foreign family officeSome large private banks and law firms are assisting Indian families with offshore family offices. These institutions are navigating regula...
24 Aug, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
ETMarkets NRI Talk| Rs 1 crore, 5-7 years: How NRIs should allocate across Indian equities, bonds, gold and alternatives, says Rohit SarinNRIs investing in India should assess their global portfolio, existing India exposure, liquidity, risk appetite, taxes and repatriation nee...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.41 AM IST
Can NRIs open joint FCNR (B) accounts with resident Indian relatives? Know what the latest rules sayNon-Resident Indians are allowed to set up joint FCNR (B) accounts with their resident family members. These accounts must function on a 'F...
21 Aug, 2026, 10.48 AM IST
NRI life insurance protection plans can be 50–60% cheaper in India: Should you buy here or in your country of residence?NRIs can buy life insurance in India to protect financial obligations. Additional KYC and underwriting requirements apply for non-resident ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST