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As of December 2025, outstanding gold loan borrowings surpassed personal loans, totaling 16.8 lakh crore from 4.7 crore borrowers, as per a TransUnion CIBIL report. It also noted increasing ticket sizes and borrower exposure.

The RBIs proposed one-hour payment pause on select transactions aims to curb digital fraud. However, experts highlight potential friction, delayed settlements and challenges to a seamless payment experience.

Under US tax law, individuals who give up citizenship or relinquish a long-term green card (held for eight years or more) may be subject to the exit tax provisions under the internal revenue code

Near-record-high prices are reshaping gold and silver buying decisions for Akshaya Tritiya this year. While pre-booking ensures price protection, it carries risks, making cost evaluation and smarter investment choices essential for aspiring buyers before locking in on any offers. 

An emergency fund is essential for covering unexpected expenses without incurring debt. Build the fund gradually and keep it in safe, liquid accounts. Here's key things to know:

Nomination is mandatory for investors to ensure a seamless transfer of assets after death. However, an investor can opt out of the nomination process. Here's what happens to MF and equity folio if an investor dies without a nominee.

Confusion around PPF investment rules often leads to the misconception that both parents can contribute 3 lakh to a childs PPF account, however the annual PPF investment limit is capped at 1.5 lakh per individual account as per regulatory guidelines, regardless of parental contributions.

Avoid costly errors when choosing a term insurance policy to secure long term financial protection for your family by understanding coverage, riders, disclosures and insurer reliability across different policy offers. 

As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, taxpayers can request an automatic extension until October 15 by submitting a form. However, payments are still due by April 15 to avoid penalties, which can accrue for late filings and unpaid taxes.

With the government boosting AYUSH institutes and medical tourism ambitions, policyholders must check whether Ayurveda and other traditional treatments qualify for cashless insurance cover.

Rising yields after the US-Iran conflict have dragged long-duration debt funds into losses. But fund managers see selective opportunity at the long end of the curve.

Tom Blomfield, founder of Monzo, suggests replacing income tax with a levy on AI infrastructure within five to six years, as AI technology rapidly transforms the job market. 

Avoid pension delays with this step-by-step Digital Life Certificate guide on SPARSH, helping defence pensioners in the country ensure smooth verification, timely payments and hassle-free annual compliance. 

Foreign investors have pulled 1.8 trillion from Indian equities in FY26 a 34-year record. But history suggests such sentiment-driven sell-offs may offer long-term investors rare entry points.

Starting 1 April 2026, new TDS and TCS rules aim to streamline tax processes, reducing errors and mismatches. Key changes include lower TCS rates, simplified property transactions for NRIs, and a unified TDS declaration form to ease taxpayers' paperwork.

Equity MFs, which invest in global markets and ETFs, have surged 55.2% on an average in the one-year timeframe and provided 6.7% returns on an annualised basis so far in 2026

In India, asset transfers are subject to capital gains tax in the year of transfer, with mandatory reporting in ITR-2 or ITR-3. All you need to know about the filing process. 

Smart planning for your retirement is part of fiscal responsibility for the future years. Here's how to ensure your retirement savings can sustain you through cost of living, medical inflation and other risks.

While young investors are considering entering mutual funds, senior investors are looking to make the most of their investments. Here's an explainer on SIPs and SWPs, how they differ from each other, the benefits and considerations.

Smart filing builds compliance strength and financial credibility, even with zero tax liability. Filing a nil income tax return helps secure refunds, loans, visas and carry-forward benefits.

India's new Labour Codes focus on salary structure and long-term savings, according to experts. We ask them if it will also impact your in-hand salary and preferred tax regime. Here's are your questions answered

Smart borrowing for a new car begins with carefully comparing car loan interest rates. In April 2026, leading banks offer competitive rates that vary by interest charges, fees, credit score impact and repayment terms across the country, making comparison essential before choosing any loan offer. 

Car lease fits within the definition of wages under the new labour codes, unlike HRA, LTA, or variable pay, which makes it easier for employers to include it as part of overall compensation.

The public provident fund (PPF) is a top choice when planning your finances for retirement. With guaranteed tax-exemption and a fixed interest rate of 7.1% this quarter it is among the safest investment options in India.

A sharp correction has rattled investors, but five-year gains, currency effects and global comparisons suggest the damage may be less severe than it looks.

ITR Filing: Salaried taxpayers will be able to file their taxes once they receive their Form 16 by 15 June, 2026. As we enter the ITR filing season, it is important to know that the tax laws of India still allow you to claim deductions against capital gains.

The major consultation phase opens as the 8th Central Pay Commission meetings move into stakeholder engagement across Delhi and Maharashtra. These interactions will shape revised pay structures for government employees and pensioners in the country.

To use WhatsApp Banking services of SBI, you need to have your registered number on the bank linked with WhatsApp. Here is how you can register on WhatsApp Banking services and use the benefits.

Credit decisions are shifting towards incorporating ESG data as essential for assessing borrower risk. The RBI's new framework encourages banks to integrate ESG factors into lending practices, impacting MSMEs' access to credit and necessitating robust ESG data reporting.

Assuming you were in India for more than 182 days during FY2526, you would qualify as a tax resident in India. If ii is a short stay in the US, it is unlikely that you would satisfy the additional conditions to be treated as a resident but not ordinarily resident

Senior Citizen FD Rates for April 2026 reveal that top PSU banks are offering up to 7.25%, highlighting safe, stable income options for retirees amid evolving economic conditions and serious geopolitical problems related to the US-Iran war. 

SSY investment: The minimum investment in this scheme is 250 per year, while the maximum ceiling has been capped at 1.5 lakh per year. SSY rate of interest is currently 8.2% per annum.

A 12 crore stock scam exposes the rising cyber-fraud risks in the country, as a Supreme Court AOR warns that awareness remains the strongest defence against increasingly sophisticated financial traps. 

A step-up SIP is an investment strategy where you increase your SIP contributions in mutual funds by a fixed amount or percentage at regular intervals, for example every year.

Income tax calendar: Income tax last dates are not limited to just the ITR filing deadline, and taxpayers have to keep a tab on other payments like TCS, TDS, advance tax and more.

Building a good credit score is achievable even without a credit card. It takes consistent fiscal practices and financial discipline to form a strong credit profile for future borrowing needs. Here's a look at how you can do so

Kisan Vikas Patra is a 115-month small savings scheme offered by India Post and some banks, that doubles your investment at end of tenure. It has a minimum investment of 1,000. Here's all you need to know

SIPs facilitate monthly contributions, promote financial discipline, and offer other fiscal benefits compared to lump-sum investments. Here's a look at why you should consider SIP for investment in mutual funds

With Indian households holding significant gold assets, alternatives such as Gold ETFs and Digital Gold are worth exploring. Here's a look at the features and tax implications, and other important details.

Under Section 44ADA of the Income Tax Act, 1961, an assessee opting for presumptive taxation is not required to maintain books of account, provided income is declared at 50% or more of gross receipts

Borrowers maintaining a good CIBIL score enhance their prospects of securing favourable home loan terms, resulting in significant time and cost savings.

The UP-RERA amendments enhance buyer protection by allowing complaints against unregistered projects. It also eases the process of property transfers. Here's how. 

The new labour laws, which were implemented in November 2025, and came into effect on 1 April, are quietly reshaping how salary is credited in India. According to the government, the restructuring will result in employees having more retirement savings in the long-term.

Fixed deposits are a popular low-risk investment choice, offering guaranteed returns and higher interest rates than savings accounts. Here's how much interest rates top private banks of India are offering on their FDs.

The RBI has proposed measures to combat online fraud, including transaction delays, additional authentication for vulnerable users, and caps on bank account credits. Here's what it means for senior citizens, and other users.

PPF Income Strategy: With the right amount of discipline, you can grow a corpus of over 1 crore using PPF and get 61,000 monthly as pension from the interest, without even touching the principal.

The Income Tax Act, 2025, effective April 1, maintains existing TDS thresholds on bank interest. The I-T department clarified the definition of banking company and the rules around TDS. Here are the prescribed limits and how much TDS gets deducted on bank interest income.

8th Pay Commission update: The fitment factor is the multiplier the new CPC uses to calculate the new basic pay. The 8th Pay Commission will take into account several factors, including inflation, to determine the fitment factor.

Margin Trading Facility exposure has surged to 1.2 trillion. Individually rational borrowing can become collectively dangerous and when leverage unwinds, even prudent investors will feel the shock.

Gold was expected to thrive on war and uncertainty in 2026. Instead, rising oil, higher yields and a stronger dollar knocked it off course. Heres why the hedge faltered and what lies ahead.