Need Rs 1 lakh urgently? Think again before withdrawing it from your retirement fund as it could cost you Rs 30 lakh laterRetirement planning: Dipping into your retirement corpus for urgent needs can be a costly mistake, potentially costing you lakhs by retirem...
30 Jun, 2026, 03.18 PM IST
He dubbed for Allu Arjun's role in Pushpa 2, gave no solo hits in 22 years. Now, Bollywood actor reveals how Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan helped him buy his first houseActor Shreyas Talpade recently shared how Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan helped him buy his first house in Mumbai. The actor was recently se...
30 Jun, 2026, 10.02 AM IST
Buying a Rs 50 lakh home? Your home loan could cost Rs 83 lakh. Bengaluru CA shares a simple financial strategy to beat the interestA Bengaluru chartered accountant revealed the substantial long-term cost of home loan interest, which can double a property's price. She ad...
30 Jun, 2026, 07.58 AM IST
India's external debt rises to $762.8 billion in FY26, debt-to-GDP ratio climbsIndia's external debt reached $762.8 billion by March 2026, a rise of $26.3 billion year-on-year, pushing the debt-to-GDP ratio to 20.8%. T...
29 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
PayU India posts first full-year operating profit in FY26; revenue rises 13%During the second half of FY26, PayU India also exited certain "negative margin portfolios", impacting its sequential revenue growth. In th...
29 Jun, 2026, 01.33 PM IST
7 benefits of having a high-interest savings accountUnlock better returns on your savings with high-interest accounts, offering more than just secure fund storage. These accounts provide easy...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.39 AM IST
Can a mutual fund SWP pay your home loan EMIs? 15 years of data says think againMost investors struggle as they watch their portfolio shrink while EMI obligations remain fixed. The temptation to stop the SWP or redeem t...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
Gold price fall triggers margin calls on bullet loansA significant drop in gold prices has led to margin calls on some gold loans, particularly those with bullet repayments. Loans requiring re...
29 Jun, 2026, 05.35 AM IST
CA explains how one simple home loan trick can save you lakhs and cut years off your loanA simple annual habit can dramatically cut home loan costs. By paying just one extra EMI each year, a borrower named Vishal saved approxima...
27 Jun, 2026, 10.23 AM IST
Mind the gap: Financial products that women in India need but don’t haveIf India is serious about women-led growth, it must move beyond credit access and design finance for the agency of women.
27 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
Husband has to pay income tax on wife’s earnings from FD, gold, shares under clubbing of income in these casesITR filing: Transferring investments to your spouse to save taxes is a common misconception. The Income Tax Department scrutinises fund sou...
27 Jun, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
What is Australia’s Age Pension? Important things Aussies at 55 should know before retirement - Check Eligibility, Maximum Amount and MoreAustralia's Age Pension offers vital support for retirees, with eligibility hinging on age (currently 67), residency, and financial assessm...
26 Jun, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Taking a second loan for home loan repayment? Claim tax deduction on both under old tax regime for Tax Year 2026-2027Homeowners can now potentially claim tax deductions on interest paid for both their original home loan and a subsequent loan taken to repay...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
Rs 1 crore apartment becoming Rs 1.8 crore while selling is an illusion?: CA explains the hidden math of real estate profitsA property expert reveals a common 'math illusion' surrounding real estate gains. Many investors overlook significant expenses like stamp d...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.27 AM IST
BHIM eyeing govt schemes, products to boost business growthLalitha Nataraj, chief executive officer of NPCI BHIM Services Ltd (NBSL), said the company is targeting largely untapped user segments and...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.07 AM IST
NRI credit cards: Rewards and lounge access aren’t everything, what more NRIs should know before getting an Indian credit cardFor Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), an Indian credit card offers significant benefits beyond convenience, including building a crucial CIBIL s...
20 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Home loan insurance: Protecting the dream home without paying more than you need toHome loan insurance is emerging as an important financial safeguard for Indian homebuyers, helping families manage outstanding loan liabili...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.11 PM IST