Is Rs 1 crore really enough for retirement? CA calls it a ‘retirement trap’?A Rs 1 crore retirement corpus is a 'trap', not a milestone, warns Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik. With 6% inflation, its purchasing po...
13 Jun, 2026, 09.32 AM IST
PPF, SCSS and NSC have outperformed equity in last 2 years, but should you write off equities?Small savings schemes vs Nifty indices: While equities have shown muted returns recently, small savings schemes have offered stable returns...
12 Jun, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
₹50 lakh to ₹1.4 crore: How extending your PPF can add lakhs to your corpus and who should do itPPF maturity presents a choice: withdraw or extend for continued tax-free compounding. While government backing and tax benefits remain att...
12 Jun, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Retirement planning: 7 golden rules you must consider for easy retirementRetirement planning should focus on generating sustainable income while ensuring the corpus lasts throughout life. Key factors include acco...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Rs 1.50 lakh/month income from Rs 1.5 crore corpus? Easy retirement strategies explainedRetiring with Rs 1.5 cr can provide a monthly income, but the amount depends on risk appetite and investment returns. Experts suggest withd...
10 Jun, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Rs 7 lakh life insurance cover at zero premium, which very few EPF members are aware of; check how to claim when neededEmployees' Provident Fund contributions offer a life insurance cover of up to Rs 7 lakh through the EDLI scheme, at no extra premium. This ...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
Are you saving enough money? Experts point to 3 golden rules of savings to achieve your financial targetsSaving money requires more than setting aside leftover income; it needs a structured plan to stay effective amid rising costs and financial...
07 Jun, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Rs 20,000 monthly income from SCSS: How senior citizens can earn regular interest income for at least 5 yearsThe Senior Citizens Savings Scheme (SCSS) offers a stable 8.2% annual interest rate, ideal for retirees seeking predictable income. To earn...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Withdrawn your entire EPF balance after a job switch? You may still need to transfer service history to protect your pension under EPS 95Many salaried employees forget to transfer their Employees' Pension Scheme EPS service history when switching jobs. This is crucial even if...
05 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Indian consumers turn defensive as job fears rise, economic confidence fallsIndian consumers are increasingly concerned about jobs and the economy. This is leading many to reduce spending on non-essentials like dini...
04 Jun, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
Financial fixes and high-yield savings: Are you missing the easiest ways to save more and spend less?More than half of savers still earn under 3% interest, while many households lose around $200 yearly on unused subscriptions. These financi...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
Can a ₹1 crore NPS corpus generate more than ₹1 lakh per month? What the new RIS framework offersRetirees now have a new way to manage their National Pension System (NPS) corpus, offering flexibility and potential for growth. The Retire...
03 Jun, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
401(k) balances drop 4% in 2026: How do your retirement savings compare with Fidelity data?A 4% decline in average 401(k) balances during early 2026 has put retirement savings and financial planning back in focus. Market volatilit...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.52 AM IST
New NPS withdrawal plan: Retirement Income Scheme offers an orderly exit, but no return guaranteeThe Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced the Retirement Income Scheme (RIS) under NPS, allowing retiree...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
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
How to set your retirement spending for healthy lifestyle?Armed with your new motivation, you should then begin to think about your retirement spending strategies.
26 May, 2026, 05.06 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