Stock, mutual fund investing from Tier-2, 3 cities grows fast, but limited awareness, advisory gaps remain key concernsEven as individuals from Tier-2/3 cities and beyond are rapidly embracing the world of stocks and mutual funds, gaps in advisory and awaren...
04 May, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
Belgian insurer Ageas eyes India growth, explores acquisitions for expansionBelgium's Ageas Group is prioritizing India's growth, aiming to break into the top 10 insurers in both life and non-life segments. The comp...
25 Apr, 2026, 02.20 PM IST
SBI Life shares fall 3% after Q4 net profit declines 1%: Here's why Nomura, Nuvama, other brokerages remain bullishSBI Life Insurance shares dipped 3% after reporting a 1% net profit decline in Q4 FY26, despite a 16% rise in net premium income. Brokerage...
23 Apr, 2026, 09.30 AM IST
'Rs 17 LPA not worth it': IIT Delhi graduate quits bank job, says 'can’t sell peace of mind for a salary package'A 24-year-old IIT Delhi graduate resigned from a high-paying banking job, citing a toxic work culture that eroded his health and peace of m...
16 Apr, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
Reporting ULIP payout of Rs 3.22 crore under wrong head in ITR triggers tax penalty; ITAT Hyderabad cancels penaltyA man who invested Rs 75 lakh in ULIPs and surrendered them for Rs 3.22 crore was penalized Rs 2.48 crore for reporting the income under th...
22 Dec, 2025, 11.00 AM IST
What kind of options are ULIP 2.0 or the modern ULIPs offering? Sameep Singh answersIn a market linked plan like a ULIP, basically, for example, you invest one lakh rupees annually. Now you have a choice to make whether you...
08 Jun, 2023, 04.01 PM IST
Ulip investors get new settlement option. Reasons why you shouldn't rush to opt for itTo address the concerns of Ulip holders, Irdai has introduced a new settlement option that allows investors to receive maturity proceeds in...
20 Apr, 2020, 06.30 AM IST
Fed up with market swings? Ulips can be a knight in your armourIt is possible to tide over the fluctuations in the markets with Ulips as one of the options.
10 Aug, 2018, 07.44 PM IST
What makes New Age ULIPs a smart investment option in the current volatile market?Unit-linked insurance plan or ULIPs are being recognized as one of the best investment options in the recent times.
14 May, 2018, 11.12 AM IST
Ulips vs mutual funds: Which will give you better returns?Unlike MFs, Ulips are not very widely tracked. Here are the best performing Ulip funds and a comparison with the returns of mutual fund cat...
07 May, 2018, 11.56 AM IST
Tax saving: Why ELSS funds are still better than ULIPs, insurance policies despite new LTCG taxThe tax on LTCG will make tax-saving options such as the Public Provident Fund (PPF) and Ulips more tax-efficient than ELSS.
16 Mar, 2018, 02.51 PM IST
Long Term Capital Gains Tax Poses Threat to Mutual Funds, Are ULIPs The Answer?The Union Budget 2018 announced the return of the much dreaded Long Term Capital Gains Tax.
12 Mar, 2018, 09.35 AM IST
Think ULIPs can beat mutual funds after LTCG tax? Here's the winnerThe LTCG tax on stocks and equity funds has restarted the fight between these two arch rivals. Find out how these instruments score on key ...
26 Feb, 2018, 09.46 AM IST
4 lies you’re being told about ULIPsULIP is an unique investment vehicle that allows you to get dual benefits of capital appreciation and insurance.
09 Sep, 2016, 06.11 PM IST
Should one exit Ulip after lock-in period ends?For Ulips bought after the new rules were put in place, the decision to exit or continue after the 5-year lock-in period ends has to be an ...
02 Jun, 2016, 11.31 AM IST
Better returns from new ULIPsCompared to the old Ulips, the new ones provide better avenues for wealth creation along with adequate cover.
27 Jan, 2014, 05.49 PM IST
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