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By adopting practical habits, you can effectively save money for future expenses. Here are 5 hacks to save more money; these finance lessons from Indian mothers make you richer every week.

Investing 30 lakh? Compare SCSS, bank FD and Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) interest rates, income potential, deposit limits and payout frequency to understand which option can deliver the highest regular income while balancing eligibility, liquidity and tax considerations.

FDs may offer stability, but putting a large amount in one bank can expose investors to concentration risk. DICGC deposit insurance covers up to 5 lakh per depositor per bank, including principal and interest. Heres what investors with large FD portfolios should know. 

Investing without clear goals can lead to poor decisions influenced by emotions or trends. Check these 5 common money mistakes.

Experts say a personal loan can help consolidate credit card debt if its interest rate is lower than your card's cost and you maintain repayment discipline, but check processing fees, prepayment penalties and total interest before switching.

Silver surged 98% in a year, but investors earned only 18%. The sharp gap raises a bigger question: did investors miss the rally, or did they enter at the wrong time? The answer lies in how investor behaviour changed as silver prices climbed.

Taxpayers with business or professional incomes face different ITR deadlines. Tax audit reports are due by September 30, 2026, with penalties applicable for late submissions. Details here.

Mark Zuckerberg owns multiple properties with his wife Priscilla Chan, including their recent purchase of a gothic castle in Ireland. The couple also own two lakefront estates, a residential home in Palo Alto, ranches in Hawaii and several more mansions and properties in the US. Check all.

A Sukanya Samriddhi account does not automatically close when the girl gets married. If she marries after turning 18, the account may be closed prematurely within the prescribed timeline, subject to SSY rules.

India's life expectancy has risen over the last few decades, emphasising the need for enhanced retirement planning. Experts explain what an average retiree needs after exiting the workforce.

The Bengaluru-based company plans to deploy the capital across southern India as manufacturers grapple with a shortage of suitable housing for industrial workers.

Online platforms can help create a will for as little as 499, while assisted services can cost 30,000 or more. But the question is not just how much you pay to make a willit is whether you have disclosed every relevant asset, established ownership correctly and planned for potential disputes.

Health insurance or emergency fund first? Expert explains why you need both and how much to keep Why savings alone may not protect you from rising medical costs, job loss and unexpected expenses.

Tata Sons' Group Company Secretary, Suprakash Mukhopadhyay, is facing scrutiny over an internal probe into his alleged involvement in his family's wealth advisory business. 

Tata Capital Healthcare Fund aims to exit over half of its portfolio companies from its new 2,500 crore fund via IPOs, pivoting away from traditional strategic sales. The firm is raising ticket sizes while targeting growth drivers like medical devices, and single-specialty chains.

Unlike conventional electric trains that draw power from overhead lines, the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trainset generates electricity on board through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, with water vapour and heat as its only by-product. 

8th Pay Commission's Chennai consultation began on September 7 2026, covering fitment factor, salary, and pension reforms. No official fitment factor confirmed yet. Next stops: Puducherry (September 9), Chandigarh (September 16-18), Bengaluru (October 7-8).

The Supreme Court protected the pension and retiral benefits of a municipal engineer whose ST certificate was invalidated after more than three decades of service. The court used Article 142 to grant limited relief while making clear that his ST status was not restored or validated.

Credit card advisors promise to maximize rewards, but fees can range from 399 to 1.5 lakh. When does the extra value justify the costand when are you better off doing it yourself?

Nua will deploy the fresh capital towards brand building, expanding distribution, and strengthening research and development.

Only four mid-cap funds delivered over 17% annualised three-year SIP returns, with HSBC Midcap Fund topping the list at 20.70%. Value Research data shows that several of the categorys largest funds by AUM delivered lower returns, highlighting the wide performance gap.

The dispute concerns GST proceedings against Vodafone Idea's erstwhile company Vodafone Mobile Services, arising from the sale of its telecom tower business as a going concern.

Caratlane, which turns 18 this year, is at an inflexion point, says managing director Saumen Bhaumik.

Investors questioning their equity exposure should look past current market conditions and focus entirely on their specific financial objectives and timelines.

The appointment comes as NIIF looks to accelerate deployment across its strategies while also expanding its pool of institutional capital.

NPS is a retirement savings scheme providing market returns and tax benefits through voluntary contributions. If contributions cease temporarily, the accrued amount remains invested and continues to generate returns. Here's how much your retirement corpus could lose due to a pause.

Aera approved one-third of Bengaluru airports 20,920 crore capex proposal for FY27-FY31, while shifting some projects to a recovery model that starts only after assets are completed and put to use.

A Bengaluru taxpayer faced a 1.23 lakh tax demand after his consultant mistakenly filed Form 10-IEA for the old tax regime. ITAT Bangalore accepted the new regime chosen in his ITR and directed the tax authorities to recompute his liability.

The CCPAs enforcement has expanded from misleading ads and unsafe products to e-commerce, dark patterns and services. What is driving the shiftand what does it mean for consumers?

A taxpayer faced an Income Tax addition after depositing 32 lakh in cash during demonetisation, but the ITAT accepted 2.84 lakh linked to her mother-in-laws gold sale. The ruling highlights why taxpayers need clear evidence to establish the source of cash.

High-profile films and sleeper hits are boosting cinema in small towns, with earnings expected to rise by 15-20% this year compared to 2025, driven by successes like Hanuman Ansh and Mirzapur-The Movie, reflecting a revived audience interest post-pandemic.

Misleading property advertisements can be reported to RERA by homebuyers. The process is streamlined for filing complaints online, where RERA can penalise builders for false claims. Details here.

Temasek has emerged as the sole contender for a $100 million stake in Blue Tokai, as investors step up bets on Indias fast-growing premium caf and specialty coffee market.

Pixxel has raised $100 million in its Series C, its largest funding round yet, as the Indian space-tech startup expands from hyperspectral satellites into Earth intelligence and sovereign space systems.

EPS supports over 85 lakh individuals, many of whom may retire abroad. Pensioners must keep their Life Certificate valid. If you cannot use the digital route or appear physically to make the submission, here are some of the options you can consider.

Gold and silver prices today, 7 September: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates.

Real estate may offer stability, but liquid financial assets give the next generation the flexibility to adapt to changing life goals.

Moving abroad does not automatically mean closing your NPS account. PFRDA allows NRIs to continue NPS Tier I through NRE or NRO accounts, but Tier II cannot be activated.

A Hyderabad consumer commission ordered a 10 lakh insurance refund to a 73-year-old retired professor after finding the policy was sold without free and informed consent. The bank and insurer were also ordered to pay 60,000 in compensation and costs.

While Nike will still remain in the broader S&P 500, its removal from the top 100 has sparked a major conversation about the brand's recent struggles.

Driven by proactive deal wins, legacy modernization, and strategic M&A, CEO Sudhir Singh expects organic growth to keep top-line expansion on track despite industry price wars and governance pushback.

As proof of the groups track record in incubating and then offloading investments, Shah cited the case of Nuvama Wealth Management, a company that got listed in 2023, where Edelweiss shareholders received 30% of the shares. 

Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd paid 6.76 crore in royalty to Amara Raja Enterprises Pvt. Ltd in the year ended March 2026, according to filings reviewed. The payment was equivalent to 0.05% of the companys 13,814 crore revenue and 0.8% of its 896 crore net profit during that period.

A previously unreported email detailing Tata Sons group company secretary Suprakash Mukhopadhyay's role in soliciting an investment for his familys wealth-advisory business raises questions over whether the internal probe that cleared him before was thorough enough and examined all relevant details

Domestic funds accounted for about 74% of private-credit deal value and 79% of deal volume in the first half of 2026, according to EY data. The share of global funds plunged to 26% from last year's 68%.

An Amazon.com Inc. cargo plane overran a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, shutting down the airports runways and taxiways and prompting an emergency response.

India's senior living market is estimated to cross 1 lakh crore by 2030, nearly four times the current levels, according to a report by Colliers. The segment's expansion is drawing increased investment from real estate developers and investors, it added. 

A fund with a massive AUM is not necessarily the one delivering the highest returns. A look at one-year performance shows why investors should not use fund size as a shortcut for choosing equity mutual funds.

Simple financial rules help manage expenses and investments for Indian households. You dont need to be Warren Buffett to understand these simple money basics.

Chalet Hotels Ltd aims to reach 5,500 hotel keys by FY30, transitioning from a pure asset-ownership model to include third-party and franchise operations while focusing on the Athiva brand and maintaining its hospitality-first approach.