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Changing jobs and have multiple PF accounts? How to merge them online

EPFO's portal allows salaried professionals to maintain a seamless service record and pension valuation throughout their careers

Changing jobs and have multiple PF accounts? How to merge them online
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 3:45 PM IST

Rare but vital: Living will concept explained after Harish Rana verdict

Supreme Court verdict a critical legal gap in India where the absence of living wills often leaves families to navigate the emotional and financial burden of end-of-life decisions alone

Rare but vital: Living will concept explained after Harish Rana verdict
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 2:38 PM IST

Indians buying property in Dubai: Foreign exchange, loan rules explained

They must adhere to the $250,000 LRS limit and avoid foreign financing to stay on the right side of foreign exchange laws

Indians buying property in Dubai: Foreign exchange, loan rules explained
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:57 PM IST

Iran crisis threatens 55-65% of India's LNG imports via Hormuz: Explained

55-65% of India's LNG imports transit the Strait of Hormuz, with Qatar alone accounting for 40% of India's LNG imports.

Iran crisis threatens 55-65% of India's LNG imports via Hormuz: Explained
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:30 PM IST

Canara Bank raises long-tenor MCLR; some borrowers may face higher EMIs

Decision to hike long-term lending rates by 10 basis points signals a rise in borrowing costs for older loan accounts

Canara Bank raises long-tenor MCLR; some borrowers may face higher EMIs
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:25 PM IST

Flights disrupted, airfares rise amid Iran war: What travellers can do

With global airline capacity slashed by 10% and major Gulf transit hubs facing severe disruption, international travellers face a summer of record-high fares and significant routing delays

Flights disrupted, airfares rise amid Iran war: What travellers can do
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:20 PM IST

India's REIT mkt-cap jumps six-fold to ₹1.7 tn since FY20; 4 REITs gain 20%

Four listed REITs on average delivered more than 20% Y-o-Y unit price growth between Q3 FY2025 and Q3 FY2026

India's REIT mkt-cap jumps six-fold to ₹1.7 tn since FY20; 4 REITs gain 20%
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 11:10 AM IST

Godrej Prop acquires 44-acre Coimbatore land for ₹450 cr housing project

The company plans to develop a premium plotted residential project with a developable potential of 1.1 million sq. ft. and an estimated revenue potential of Rs 450 crore.

Godrej Prop acquires 44-acre Coimbatore land for ₹450 cr housing project
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 9:19 AM IST

Aurum PropTech sells Navi Mumbai buildings for ₹112 cr to fund AI push

Following the completion of the transaction, Aurum PropTech said it is likely to become debt-free, as the sale proceeds will be used to prepay Lease Rental Discounting facility (LRD) of Rs 56 crore.

Aurum PropTech sells Navi Mumbai buildings for ₹112 cr to fund AI push
Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 9:05 AM IST

Draft digital fraud compensation norm: Payout one-time, vigilance still key

Under the draft, an eligible victim will receive 85 per cent of the net loss amount, or ₹25,000, whichever is lower

Draft digital fraud compensation norm: Payout one-time, vigilance still key
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 10:06 PM IST

Tackling West Asia conflict's impact on investments, household budget

Avoid panic selling, keep SIPs going: Past wars caused transitory selloffs

Tackling West Asia conflict's impact on investments, household budget
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 9:56 PM IST

Stranded due to West Asia conflict? It may affect your tax residency status

Incorrect assessment of status and failure to fulfil tax-related obligations can have serious consequences

Stranded due to West Asia conflict? It may affect your tax residency status
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 7:54 PM IST

What are the various fixed deposit rates banks are offering?

Here is a detailed list of the fixed deposit interest rates being offered by various banks across different tenures

What are the various fixed deposit rates banks are offering?
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 5:03 PM IST

Recovery over raves: How fitness is reshaping weekend spending

Urban professionals are increasingly trading nightlife for fitness studios, run clubs and wellness cafes, signalling a shift in how India's city dwellers socialise, spend and recharge over the weekend

Recovery over raves: How fitness is reshaping weekend spending
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 4:50 PM IST

NPS corporate model split: How new charges could shape subscribers' corpus

By creating distinct frameworks for government and private-sector employers, regulator aims to streamline the National Pension System

NPS corporate model split: How new charges could shape subscribers' corpus
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

Fund review: Kotak Small Cap Fund

Fund review: Kotak Small Cap Fund

Fund review: Kotak Small Cap Fund
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 3:16 PM IST

Paying EMIs withour home? SC seeks faster probe into bank-builder nexus

Supertech Limited has been named as the "main culprit" in defrauding homebuyers, whereas the Corporation Bank had advanced more than Rs 2,700 crore to builders through subvention schemes.

Paying EMIs withour home? SC seeks faster probe into bank-builder nexus
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 2:51 PM IST

65% equity, 25% debt, 10% gold: WhiteOak's portfolio rule for volatile mkts

Define your target allocation based on your goals and risk capacity, not on geopolitical outlook.

65% equity, 25% debt, 10% gold: WhiteOak's portfolio rule for volatile mkts
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 2:25 PM IST

Women more disciplined in repaying loans, tracking credit: Report

Women display higher engagement in financial planning and superior repayment discipline, says fintech company

Women more disciplined in repaying loans, tracking credit: Report
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 1:55 PM IST

Flying Air India? New fuel surcharge kicks in from today: Details here

Airline introduces a three-phase fuel surcharge on domestic and international tickets to mitigate the impact of surging jet fuel prices

Flying Air India? New fuel surcharge kicks in from today: Details here
Updated On : 12 Mar 2026 | 11:46 AM IST