Joint vs mutual Will: What Indian couples should know before planning the succession of their estateJoint and mutual Wills, while legally recognized in India, present significant complexities and potential for disputes. Experts highlight t...
29 May, 2026, 11.53 AM IST
Assam passes Uniform Civil Code bill amid Opposition protestsAssam has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill. This new law establishes a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live...
27 May, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
8th Pay Commission, OPS and rising court cases: 7 issues key central government employee body raised in its 49th annual meetThe 49th annual meeting of the NC-JCM, presided by Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan, addressed key central government employee concerns. Dis...
19 May, 2026, 03.32 PM IST
Expat in UAE with assets but no Will? The 2026 amendment changes how your assets will be transferred to your legal heirsNew rules are coming to the UAE for expats with property and assets. Starting January 2026, the UAE Civil Personal Status Law sees signific...
06 Mar, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
I inherited property in India. What documents do I need to sell it and repatriate the money in UK?ET Wealth Reader's Query: I have been living in the UK with my family for the past 50 years and all of us have OCI cards. Which documents d...
05 Feb, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
This Mother’s Day, gift your mother awareness about her succession and inheritance rightsMany women are unaware of their inheritance rights, often losing rightful dues. On Mother's Day, it's crucial to inform mothers about their...
12 May, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
Ensure your mother's inheritance rights: A guide to succession lawsMany mothers are unaware of their inheritance rights, potentially losing their rightful share of property. Succession laws vary based on re...
11 May, 2025, 05.01 AM IST
Maintenance law meant to promote equality among spouses, not idleness: Delhi HCQualified wives with the capability to earn should not claim interim maintenance just because they choose to remain idle, as per the Delhi ...
20 Mar, 2025, 12.32 PM IST
10-point personal finance checklist for parents to ensure fair division of wealth among childrenParents should be impartial when it comes to providing for their children. Avoid hassles for your children by acting decisively, fairly and...
03 Dec, 2021, 10.20 AM IST
How Hindu male's assets are divided if he dies without a willThe assets of a Hindu Male are divided among the legal heirs as per the Hindu Succession Act if there is no will after his death. Read on t...
21 Oct, 2021, 11.37 AM IST
Labour ministry notifies monthly pension relief of Rs 1,800 for dependents of ESIC beneficiaries“The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation, do hereby notify the scheme ESIC COVID-19 Relief Scheme under Section 19 of the Act as a welfa...
19 Jun, 2021, 07.10 PM IST
Covid prompts women to take greater ownership of their money: SurveyGiven the direct correlation between taking control of one’s finances and well-being, women are taking action by getting involved in financ...
04 Mar, 2021, 01.33 PM IST
If father died intestate before 2005, can daughter make claim to his property?According to a recent Supreme Court ruling, it does not matter whether the father was alive or not in 2005, when the Hindu Succession Act 1...
30 Nov, 2020, 06.30 AM IST
SC to examine Hindu, Muslim laws on kids' welfare in custody battles between spousesA bench headed by Chief Justice of Ranjan Gogoi took note of the PIL filed by London-based NRI activist Sulochana Rani and issued the notic...
25 Oct, 2019, 07.24 PM IST
Money & Relationships: Pros and cons of taking joint home loan with your spouseGo through the benefits and drawbacks, as well as the precautions you need to take before applying for a joint home loan.
16 Sep, 2019, 03.16 PM IST
2 other existing 'talaq' a challenge to gender justice: P ChidambaramThe former Union home minister said 'triple talaq' was a distortion of original Quranic legal principles and it was good that it has been d...
23 Aug, 2017, 03.35 PM IST
Unmarried individuals, working couples may still need life insurance: Here's whyWorking spouses may not be inter-dependent, but both their income streams may be required to contribute to future shared goals.
19 Jul, 2017, 12.47 PM IST