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Indian households often see gold as a wealth store, kept untouched for years. Gold leasing allows owners to lend their gold for interest while retaining ownership. Details here.

The first advance tax instalment deadline for FY 2026-27 is June 15, 2026. Here's who should pay, who is exempt and do senior citizens need to pay?

The central government has warned that deepfakes and synthetic identities are increasingly being used to target digital verification systems. Banks and fintech firms have been asked to strengthen onboarding and fraud-detection frameworks.

Indian weddings involve cash, gold, and gifts, which may raise tax concerns for newlyweds. The income tax law allows exemptions for gifts received during marriage, but they must still be disclosed as income. Details here.

Whether it is an ageing parent requiring months of specialised nursing post-surgery, a stroke survivor needing extensive physical rehabilitation, or a patient recovering from severe respiratory illness relying on supplemental oxygen, long-term care takes a toll.

Investors can offset equity-related losses against other capital gains to lower tax liabilities. The adjustment depends on the nature of the loss and the type of capital gain. Details here.

Two representative groups Indian Railways Technical Supervisors Association and Railways Senior Citizens Welfare Society are seeking better pay levels, salary structure, annual increments, DA hike and allowances for employees and pensioners.

My ChatGPT prompt: Please analyse whether a Ladakh trip is realistically feasible within this budget. If it is, create the most practical and enjoyable 4-day itinerary, taking into account travel time, acclimatization requirements, and major attractions.

The Sensex has witnessed an average intra-year drawdown of 20% since 1980, yet nearly 80% of calendar years ended with positive returns.

Missed a credit card payment by one day? A one-day delay usually does not affect your credit score, but repeated late payments can harm your credit profile and borrowing prospects. Try to understand loans, credit cards & other forms of debt clearly before applying so that you don't miss due dates. 

I asked ChatGPT to plan my wedding budget in Delhi. It suggested three budget scenarios conservative, moderate and premium. Read below to see which one of these it recommended.

More than 4,400 former and current employees are set to become millionaires after SpaceX starts trading on Friday, even as CEO and the world's richest man, Elon Musk seems poised to become the first-ever trillionaire.

Amid global market volatility, small finance bank fixed deposit (FD) rates of up to 8.10% can offer stable returns. Compare tenure, tax impact and safety before choosing the right fixed deposit. 

Dearness Allowance: Today we explore why DA and fitment factor decisions are significant when it comes to deciding how much salary and pension hike central government employees' and retiree can get under the 8th pay commission.

Mid-caps delivered stronger long-term returns than large-caps over the past two decades. But the outperformance came with significantly longer and deeper drawdowns, highlighting a trade-off often missed in CAGR comparisons.

On 12 June, gold prices rose amid peace deal hopes in the Middle East conflict, with MCX gold trading at 1,50,320 per 10 grams. US President Trump's statements brought optimism, despite awaiting concrete developments on the situation.

Manish Kumar linked the decline to a number of factors, including rising living costs and demanding work cultures. He cited the example of a Delhi couple earning 50 lakh annually to illustrate his point.

Elon Musk's SpaceX had a bumper $75 billion IPO and is set to propel the world's richest person into trillionaire status. Here's a look at whether Indians can get a share of the pie and how much a $10,000 investment in the rocket company could yield.

Why identifying a theme is only the beginning of successful investing.

A shocking digital arrest scam cost a Bengaluru woman 98.4 lakh after fraudsters posed as police officials. Know five warning signs to avoid cyber fraud and protect your savings. Make sure that you promptly report such scams so that future victims can be protected and awareness can be spread. 

Aviva Life Insurance CEO Asit Rath says tighter regulations are pushing the industry away from commission-led selling toward life-stage advice, data-driven underwriting and long-term customer engagement.

Financial independence starts with smart choices. Wealth management for women becomes easier through disciplined investing, retirement planning, financial confidence and structured strategies that support long-term financial security and wealth creation.

Smart financial protection meets savings with ABSLI Anmol Akshaya, a goal-based plan by Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance that offers wealth creation, family cover and women-centric benefits. Check the complete details of the plan.

To help taxpayers catch up on missed filings or report previously unrecorded income, the government introduced the Updated ITR (ITR-U) framework.

FundsIndia analysis shows that missing just 15 trading days over 27 years would have cut a 2.84 crore corpus to 95 lakh. The data highlights how a handful of market sessions have driven a disproportionate share of long-term equity returns.

Tax-loss harvesting can help mutual fund investors offset capital gains and improve post-tax returns. However, experts say investors should stay focused on asset allocation, reinvestment and long-term wealth creation while using the strategy.

Sections 54, 54B, 54EC, and 54F represent the most effective pathways to claim these tax reliefs, tax experts say.

At 50, people often regret financial decisions that hinder their long-term freedom and relationships, according to ChatGPT. 

Fund of Funds (FoFs) are a type of mutual fund that does not invest directly in stocks, bonds, or other asset classes. Instead, they invest in other mutual fund schemes or just track an ETF or index fund.

After you file the ITR, the Income Tax Department processes the return and issues an intimation under Section 143(1) of the Income Tax Act. If you notice an error in your processed ITR, you can submit a rectification request through the e-filing portal.

The revised tax form mandates split reporting of derivatives turnover and profits, improving AIS-based data matching and raising compliance pressure on futures and options traders

A crucial phase begins as the 8th Pay Commission advances consultations and extends submissions, while fitment factor demands gain momentum ahead of recommendations that will affect lakhs of employees and pensioners.

Income-Tax Returns: The presumptive taxation scheme simplifies I-T compliance for small businesses, professionals, and freelancers by allowing them to declare income as a fixed percentage of turnover without maintaining detailed books of accounts.

A small mistake today can weaken your finances in the future. Avoid common retirement planning mistakes, tackle inflation, diversify investments and build a stronger retirement corpus for long-term financial security. 

Concerned about their dependency on EMIs for ordinary expenses, a salaried individual seeks an analysis of his financial habits. ChatGPT obliges. 

Dearness Allowance: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh Check the full list of states that have announced DA hikes and states such as West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh, that are considering pay increases for employees.

The Rule of 114 helps estimate when your money could triple through compounding, while other popular personal finance rules can support smarter investing, budgeting and long-term financial planning.

Patience and letting the portfolio be may look like inaction. But that may be the best action for the health of ones wealth

The CBDT has identified six categories of cases that will be compulsorily selected for complete scrutiny during FY 2026-27. According to the guidelines, notices for returns filed during FY 2025-26 must be issued on or before 30 June 2026.

The Railways Senior Citizens Welfare Society has submitted demands to the 8th Pay Commission, emphasising fair pay structure, minimum pay based on scientific norms, and adequate increments. Here's what they have suggested for current employees and pensioners

Travel insurance covers far more than medical emergencies, but claim success often hinges on disclosures, documentation and meeting strict policy conditions.

What intrigued social media users even more was Pooja's claim that the swimming pool owner earns from the same resource in more than one way.

Frozen bank account access can disrupt daily finances. Understand common reasons, required documents, timelines, and practical steps to unfreeze a bank account quickly and avoid future account restrictions.

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday presided over a meeting of the Finance Department and reviewed the financial situation of the State. Here's what was discussed on arrears, pension and dearness allowance.

Spot hidden credit report disputes before they harm your credit score. Correcting errors promptly improves creditworthiness, protects your financial reputation and strengthens access to loans and credit cards.

Gold, Silver Rate Today: Here is how much gold and silver costs in key Indian cities on Thursday, 11 June 2026. Check the price of 18K, 22K and 24K gold and 999 Fine silver in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Mumbai.

 A corporate employee working remotely relocated to Manali and shared his living costs. His experience sparked discussions online about the affordability of dream life in the mountains over metro cities like Delhi.

Small investments can deliver big results. A 2,000 monthly SIP earning 12% annually can grow to nearly 38 lakh in 25 years through compounding. 

A family gift may be tax-neutral, but it is not compliance-neutral. Proper documentation, LRS compliance and timely US reporting can prevent a genuine family gift from becoming a compliance issue.

Transferring your EPF balance when switching jobs is essential for maintaining tax benefits and continuity of service. Unlinked accounts can complicate withdrawals and lead to taxes.