Rs 1.54 crore retirement corpus from PPF investment: How starting PPF investment at 30 can help you build large fundInvesting Rs 1.5 lakh annually in a Public Provident Fund from age 30 can build a tax-free retirement corpus of Rs 1.54 crore by age 60. Th...
28 May, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
Can Rs 2 crore retirement corpus generate Rs 2 lakh monthly income for 20 years after retirement?Planning your retirement corpus is crucial. A Rs 2 crore fund may not last 20 years with high withdrawals. Experts suggest a bucket strateg...
25 May, 2026, 03.14 PM IST
Man, who retired at 45 with Rs 1 crore, explains how he runs household on just Rs 50,000 a month nowA former HR professional, Amit Chilka, retired at 45 with Rs 1 crore and a Pune flat, relocating to Dehradun. His monthly expenses signific...
15 May, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
This HR professional retires at 45 with Rs 1 crore, stops chasing luxury and says he’s happier than ever in DehradunAmit Chilka retired from corporate life at 45 with a Rs 1 crore corpus, challenging the notion that massive wealth is required for early re...
13 May, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
What should you do with your gold investments after PM Modi urges people to postpone gold purchases?Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to postpone gold purchases to curb India's import bill amidst West Asia tensions. While the intention is...
13 May, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
How can you make Rs 1 crore retirement corpus from PPF investment?The PPF maturity period is 15 years, after which, you can continue your PPF account with or without contributions. PPF provides a 7.1% inte...
13 May, 2026, 12.30 PM IST
PPF retirement corpus calculator: How much tax-free wealth can Rs 1.50 lakh yearly investment in PPF generate in 20 years?Investing Rs 1.5 lakh annually in Public Provident Fund for 20 years can yield a tax-free retirement corpus exceeding Rs 66 lakh. This popu...
06 May, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Started investing in your 40s-50s? Compensate for lost years with higher savings and disciplined investingThe good thing is that you would be earning well in your 40s and 50s. Combine this with the fact that many of your other goals would have b...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Mutual fund SIPs not enough for Rs 3 crore goal in 12 years? Here’s how to bridge the gapPlanning for long-term financial goals through mutual funds requires not just consistency, but the right asset allocation and regular portf...
16 Apr, 2026, 02.03 PM IST
Should you worry while investing in mutual fund with highest AUM? Expert suggests SIP tweak and strategyHigh AUM mutual funds aren’t always a concern, but experts recommend tweaking SIP strategies and diversification to manage risks and optimi...
14 Apr, 2026, 09.27 PM IST
GPF interest rate for government employees: Has Finance Ministry changed GPF interest rate for April-June 2026 quarter?The Ministry of Finance has announced the General Provident Fund (GPF) interest rate for the April-June 2026 quarter will remain at 7.1%. T...
10 Apr, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Think your NPS saving is enough for retirement? Watch out for this common mistake that could derail your financial plansMany investors overlook their National Pension System, assuming retirement plans are on track. However, a 'set and forget' approach can lea...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
PPF, SSY deposit: How much extra tax-free interest can you earn by depositing in PPF before April 5?Even under the new tax regime, investing the maximum in PPF and SSY remains beneficial as both maturity and interest are tax-exempt. Deposi...
04 Apr, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
Want regular and reliable income in retirement? Here’s how G-Secs can help youGovernment Securities (G-Secs) offer retirees a safe, predictable income, but a G-Sec-heavy strategy alone can be eroded by inflation. Expe...
02 Apr, 2026, 10.25 AM IST
10 must-do financial tasks you can plan from April 1, 2026, in new financial year: Save income tax, buy insurance policy, plan for retirement & moreFinancial tasks: Proactive financial planning, from retirement savings to KYC updates and nominee details, ensures a smoother year ahead.. ...
01 Apr, 2026, 06.29 PM IST
Retirement planning: Defer retirement to build sufficient corpusThe Portfolio Doctor assesses the health of the fund portfolio, examines the schemes and their suitability with regard to the goals and, if...
05 Aug, 2024, 06.30 AM IST
How to deal with your PPF account on maturityYou can get the maturity proceeds transferred to your savings account by submitting an application to the bank or post office in the prescr...
30 Oct, 2020, 05.27 PM IST