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For investors reviewing or starting their portfolios now, Roongta advised focusing on discipline rather than trends. Ask yourself whether you are following a long-term asset allocation plan or simply reacting to recent market performance, he said. He added that changes in asset allocation should only be made based on risk profile, financial goals, and time horizonnot past returns.

A monthly SIP of Rs 3,500, started at the age of 25 and continued for 30 years, can grow into around Rs 1 crore at a 12 per cent annual return. The power of compounding and long-term discipline makes small investments highly effective over time.

Nepal has lifted its decade-old ban on carrying Indian Rs 200 and Rs 500 notes, allowing travellers from both countries to carry these denominations again. The move aligns with RBI rules and offers relief to tourists, patients, traders and border communities, making IndiaNepal travel easier.