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Highest senior citizen FD interest rates: Small finance banks offer senior citizens the highest fixed deposit rates currently. Equitas, ESAF, and Suryoday Small Finance Banks provide 8.50% interest. Public sector banks like Bank of India offer competitive rates on specific tenures.

Edelweiss Mutual Fund will launch Altiva Equity Long Short Fund on September 10, targeting consistent large-cap alpha through derivatives. The strategy seeks Nifty 100 outperformance, lower drawdowns and steadier returns, while potentially sacrificing some gains during sharp market rallies.

Five midcap mutual funds delivered over 21% annualised returns in three years, led by HSBC Midcap at 25.1%. Invesco India, ICICI Prudential, WhiteOak Capital and Edelweiss Mid Cap also featured among top performers.

Multi-asset allocation funds have outperformed the Nifty over one and three years, helped by strong gold, REIT and InvIT returns. Their diversified portfolios provide flexibility across equities, fixed income, precious metals and alternatives, with Quant, Nippon India, WhiteOak, ABSL and UTI among top three-year performers.

Gold rate today: Consumers are encouraged to verify purity and any additional fees prior to purchasing. The Indian Bullion & Jewellers Association also offers guidance on indicative rates for assorted gold and silver purities.

Carnelian Asset Management has filed documents with Sebi to launch its first liquid mutual fund, targeting short-term investors seeking high liquidity and low-to-moderate risk. The open-ended scheme will invest in debt and money-market instruments maturing within 91 days, expanding Carnelians offerings to retail investors.

SIPs offer disciplined mutual fund investing, with options tailored to different goals, income patterns and market conditions. Regular, top-up, goal-based, step-up, flex, perpetual, trigger and multi-SIPs provide varying levels of flexibility, automation and diversification. Choosing the right type depends on financial goals, cash flow, risk appetite, investment horizon and market knowledge.

The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app. This innovative approach incorporates Aadhaar-based facial recognition, streamlining access to essential EPFO services. After activating their UAN, employees can easily check their EPF balance and download passbooks.

Eight flexicap funds delivered consistent five-year performance, with varying risk levels, investment styles and returns. HDFC Flexi Cap led consistency at 91%, while several peers combined strong returns with acceptable or higher risk profiles.

As per the sale agreement, the villa measured 5069 square feet, but the builder delivered a 3900 square feet villa and said 30% of the area is open space; Telangana RERA slaps a Rs 98 lakh penalty on the builder and orders a Rs 20 lakh refund for the villa buyer. Laxmi Narayana Jannu and K. Srinivasa Rao, esteemed members of the Telangana RERA gave this judgement.

The Reserve Bank of India has announced the premature redemption terms for the SGB 2021-22 Series VI gold bond. Investors can redeem this series starting September 7, 2026, with the redemption value calculated from the average gold prices over the last three business days.

To amass a retirement corpus of Rs 1 crore by the age of fifty, meticulous financial planning is essential. For those starting their investment journey at thirty, a monthly SIP of Rs 10,875 is crucial. If you begin at thirty-five, the amount needed increases to Rs 21,020 per month, and forty-year-olds will require a hefty Rs 46,640 monthly.

Bengaluru land owner was asked to give up 656 sq m land for road widening work; Corporation withheld OC because of this issue; Owner took the matter to Karnataka High Court and won the case

Scheduled and non-scheduled banks typically close on the second and fourth Saturdays, digital banking services will remain active even on holidays. Furthermore, various regional holidays in September will affect physical branch availability, but customers can continue to perform transactions via internet and SMS banking.

Air India has teamed up with IHG Hotels & Resorts, providing an exciting opportunity for Maharaja Club members to earn points during IHG stays globally. Moreover, IHG One Rewards members can seamlessly convert their points into Maharaja points.

A weak start does not necessarily mean an SIP will deliver poor long-term returns. A 20-year analysis by ShareMarket by PhonePe shows that most five-year SIPs recovered from weak or negative returns in the first two years, with nearly 69% eventually delivering double-digit annualised returns. The data also highlights how extending the investment horizon to seven or 10 years can significantly reduce loss risk and improve return consistency, underscoring the importance of patience and compounding

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Non-Resident Indians are permitted to maintain their National Pension System contributions from abroad. To remain involved, they must utilize NRE or NRO accounts for their investments. NRIs can select either active or auto allocation strategies aligned with their individual risk preferences.

The top eight equity mutual funds delivered over 40% returns on SIP investments in the last one year, with seven smallcap funds and one focused fund making the cut. Bank of India Small Cap Fund topped the list with a 49.99% return, while 247 of the 293 equity funds analysed delivered positive SIP returns during the period.

Eight small-cap funds recorded low performance consistency over the past five years, with scores ranging from 20% to 46%, according to the CRI Mutual Fund Scorecard for the quarter ended June 2026. LIC MF Small Cap Fund had the highest consistency score at 46%, while Kotak Small Cap Fund ranked lowest at 20%.

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Even if you've left your job, your EPF interest keeps accumulating until you turn 58. However, if you dont contribute for three years, your account will be inactive. Its usually a smart move to transfer your EPF balance to your new employer. Additionally, the VISHWAS, 2026 scheme provides businesses with a one-time settlement option to ease long-standing disputes and reduce penalties.

Employer health insurance offers peace of mind, but what happens when you change jobs? This article explores the benefits of securing your own health cover in your 20s, even with existing employer protection. Discover how buying early can lead to lower premiums, faster waiting period completion, and long-term financial advantages, ensuring your health security.

Experiencing a financial setback? Halting NPS contributions may appear to be the only option, but have you considered the long-term consequences for your retirement fund? Delve into the longevity of your existing investments, what the minimum contribution requirements are, and how taking a break can influence your tax advantages.

The top eight AMCs accounted for a significant share of mutual fund SIP flows in the June quarter, with ICICI Prudential AMC leading at 15.33%. HDFC AMC, SBI AMC and Nippon Life India AMC also commanded more than 10% market share each.

Gold prices experienced a notable rise today among prominent Indian jewellery retailers, including Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, and Joyalukkas, who all reported an increased rate for 22k gold at Rs 14,360 per gram.

Employee deposits Rs 25 lakh cash in bank; tax officer sends notice for unexplained cash u/s 69; Employee wins case in ITAT Bangalore; Know how. This judgement was given by Keshav Dubey, a judicial member and Waseem Ahmed, an accountant member of ITAT Bangalore

Criminals deposited Rs 15 lakh in senior citizens bank a/c; police wants to question him; HC grants anticipatory bail and observes mere deposit of crime money in a/c insufficient to conclude he was knowingly involved in the crime

Bengali Hindulandlord earns Rs 1.89 crore rental income in Delhi, reports it in his HUFsITR; Income Tax dept rejects it on the ground that Dayabhaga Hindu cant have an HUF, landlord wins case in ITAT Delhi

Gamer invested Rs 2.61 crore to play online Rummy, poker games; loses net Rs 28 lakh, stops playing, files ITR reporting Rs 4 lakh income; gets tax notice; he wins case in ITAT Bangalore. Waseem Ahmed, the Accountant Member, and Soundararajan K., the Judicial Member of ITAT Bangalore heard this case.

FAST-DS 2026 raises an important question for taxpayers who have voluntarily disclosed foreign income through a valid ITR-U. Can such income still remain undisclosed under the Black Money Act even though it may no longer qualify as undisclosed foreign income under FAST-DS 2026? This article examines the apparent statutory disconnect and the need for clarification from CBDT.

HSBC Midcap Fund achieved a remarkable 24% return over three years. A Rs 10,000 monthly SIP grew to over Rs 2 crore since inception. The fund manager emphasizes bottom-up stock selection and long-term growth potential. Experts attribute recent outperformance to strong stock picking within key sectors. Investors are advised to focus on long-term strategy and portfolio suitability.

Mid cap schemes invest in mid cap stocks or in stocks of medium-sized companies. As per Sebi norms, the mid cap mutual funds are mandated to invest in companies that are between 101 and 250 in the market capitalisation. These companies can be leaders of tomorrow. Thats what makes them great bets. If these companies live up to the promise, the market will reward the investors handsomely.

Employee associations are advocating for increased House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates for central government employees, aiming to tackle escalating rental prices in metropolitan areas. These suggestions have been forwarded to the 8th Pay Commission for evaluation. If accepted, Level 1-5 employees could see considerable boosts in their monthly HRA. The definitive report from the 8th Pay Commission will ultimately decide the revised HRA rates.

Income Tax Dept sent tax notice for Rs 9.6 lakh EPF interest which employee never received but erroneously shown in ITR as received; he fights and wins case in ITAT Mumbai. This judgement was delivered by Challa Nagendra Prasad, the Judicial Member, and Makarand Vasant Mahadeokar, the Accountant Member of ITAT Mumbai.