You'll always have mummy-papa bankAfter spending 46 years as a sadhu, an Indian man returned to his hometown, humbly requesting alms from his aging mother. This poignant mom...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.05 AM IST
Maruti Suzuki announces price protection for small cars booked till June 14Maruti Suzuki India is offering price protection on its small car range until June 14, 2026. This initiative aims to shield entry-level buy...
09 Jun, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
HDFC Bank borrower alert: EMIs on these loans to cost more as bank raises lending rates by up to 10 bpsHDFC Bank has increased its Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rates (MCLR) by up to 10 basis points, effective June 8, 2026. The revised...
08 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
German car, designer bag, luxury watch? CA says none of these prove you're actually rich. Here's what really mattersCA Nitin Kaushik challenges the notion that luxury goods signify wealth. He argues that visible status symbols like premium cars or designe...
07 Jun, 2026, 07.19 AM IST
'Income Rs 1.7 lakh per month, savings just Rs 2,250': Couple say they are living paycheck to paycheck, mentally exhaustedA young Indian couple earning a combined ₹1.7 lakh monthly faces financial strain. High loan EMIs, including a ₹70,000 personal loan, leave...
05 Jun, 2026, 11.14 PM IST
RBI holds repo rate, but for how long will relief for home loan borrowers continue?The RBI’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% has provided relief to home loan borrowers, but rising inflation could trigger ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.32 PM IST
RBI MPC June meet 2026: What's cheaper and what's costlierThe Reserve Bank of India has maintained the repo rate at 5.25%. This decision comes as policymakers assess the effects of higher energy pr...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Pune woman says family of three spends ₹2.2 lakh a month despite owning EV and cooking at homeA Pune family of three revealed their monthly expenses total ₹2.2 lakh, sparking debate on living costs. Despite owning an EV and cooking a...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
Pune couple spends Rs 2.2 lakh a month despite paying Rs 1,800 to maid and driving an EV. Here’s where the money goesA Pune couple's Rs 2.2 lakh monthly expenditure is sparking debate on urban Indian living costs. Despite cooking at home and using an EV, h...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
No cost EMI a scam? CA warns why it can be a financial trap targeting middle classNo-cost EMIs are popular in India, making big purchases seem affordable. Chartered accountant Nitin Kaushik warns this is a psychological s...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.11 AM IST
ITR filing 2026: 5 benefits of filing income tax return besides paying taxesFiling your Income Tax Return is more than just a tax duty. It acts as a vital financial record. It helps in getting loans approved. You ca...
02 Jun, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
24-year-old earns Rs 30,000 and has Rs 26,500 EMI. Bengaluru CA highlights a detail in the story that's heartbreakingA young man's financial reality reveals a heavy burden. Earning Rs 30,000 monthly, he faces Rs 6.5 lakh in loans with EMIs of Rs 26,500. Th...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.39 AM IST
Bengaluru techie, earning Rs 24 LPA, reveals how her parents ruined all of her savings: ‘Living paycheck to paycheck…’A Bengaluru professional earning Rs 2 lakh monthly felt helpless after her parents, burdened by debt, pressured her into buying a house. No...
31 May, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
Paying home loan for 30 years? CA explains the hidden trap behind the home loans and the only way to beat itHomebuyers often overlook the true cost of 30-year home loans. Early EMIs primarily pay interest, not principal. Chartered Accountant Nitin...
29 May, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
How a personal loan EMI calculator can help you plan repayments betterUnderstanding personal loan EMIs is crucial for managing major expenses. An EMI calculator helps estimate monthly repayments based on loan ...
28 May, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
You are paying more, not saving: CA Nitin Kaushik explains why 'affordable car' through EMI might be a trapA ₹25,000 monthly car EMI over five years totals ₹15 lakh, but the real cost, including interest and depreciation, is significantly higher....
28 May, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
Delinquency vs default: Know the difference and how they affect your credit score and borrowing abilityIf you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 1...
25 May, 2026, 11.12 AM IST