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Investing globally through GIFT City: Experts explain advantages, risks

While GIFT City simplifies international diversification, investors must still navigate the $250,000 annual LRS limit and its associated tax collection hurdles.

Investing globally through GIFT City: Experts explain advantages, risks
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 6:13 PM IST

NSC holds at 7.7% for June quarter, stays ahead of most 5-year FDs

With sovereign backing and Section 80C benefits, the scheme remains a primary choice for risk-averse investors

NSC holds at 7.7% for June quarter, stays ahead of most 5-year FDs
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 6:03 PM IST

India's rich are spending like never before-And the numbers are staggering

From ₹10 Lakh Earners to ₹6 Lakh Monthly Spenders: Inside India's Affluent Explosion

India's rich are spending like never before-And the numbers are staggering
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 3:54 PM IST

No more OTP stress? Flipkart's Face ID payments could change how you shop

Users can authenticate transactions using their fingerprint or Face ID on supporting Android and iOS devices, eliminating the need for a one-time password (OTP)

No more OTP stress? Flipkart's Face ID payments could change how you shop
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 3:15 PM IST

Degrees lose edge: 39% engineers earn below ₹7 LPA, 30% MBAs under ₹10 LPA

Unstop Talent Report 2026 highlights a widening gap between opportunity and access, salary reality check for freshers, and the rise of AI-led, skills-first hiring

Degrees lose edge: 39% engineers earn below ₹7 LPA, 30% MBAs under ₹10 LPA
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 1:32 PM IST

The easy money phase is over: How investors should play 2026

Equities, Gold, REITs: Where the Smart Money Is Flowing in 2026

The easy money phase is over: How investors should play 2026
Updated On : 28 Apr 2026 | 9:28 AM IST

Flexi-cap vs large & mid-cap funds: Diversification or hidden overlap?

Flexi-cap vs large & mid-cap funds: where diversification ends and overlap begins, and how investors can balance both

Flexi-cap vs large & mid-cap funds: Diversification or hidden overlap?
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

Co-owned property split? Experts explain why it's easier said than done

Co-owned property exit? Experts explain why selling your share rarely brings a clean break and disputes often follow

Co-owned property split? Experts explain why it's easier said than done
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 4:43 PM IST

Flying abroad? You can now shop duty-free before you even reach the airport

nternational travellers can browse and pre-book duty-free products online on MakeMyTrip before departure or arrival at Adani-managed airports

Flying abroad? You can now shop duty-free before you even reach the airport
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 2:36 PM IST

111 land deals in FY 2026 - Almost every second deal is by listed realtors

NCR saw the highest supply share by listed and Grade A companies with a whopping 66% out of total launches in FY 2026

111 land deals in FY 2026 - Almost every second deal is by listed realtors
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 2:32 PM IST

₹6 Crore in London vs India: Viral post sparks property price debate

Viral post of ₹6 cr London home with backyard revives debate on India's costly flats and space crunch in top cities

₹6 Crore in London vs India: Viral post sparks property price debate
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 2:29 PM IST

Presumptive taxation: Explain income-investment gap with clear proofs

Reconcile investment details with bank records, Form 26AS and AIS before tax filing

Presumptive taxation: Explain income-investment gap with clear proofs
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 2:12 PM IST

Global wealth boom is fueling a property rush in hidden corners and havens

Why Everyone With Money Is Buying in Places You've Never Heard Of

Global wealth boom is fueling a property rush in hidden corners and havens
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 10:49 AM IST

3rd purchase in a month: Shreya Ghoshal buys ₹21 cr flat in Santacruz

Playback singer Shreya Ghoshal, along with family members, has purchased a premium apartment in Mumbai's Santacruz West for ₹20.88 crore, according to property registration documents.

3rd purchase in a month:  Shreya Ghoshal buys ₹21 cr flat in Santacruz
Updated On : 27 Apr 2026 | 8:48 AM IST

Young buyers dropping health cover risk savings, debt, investment setbacks

Combine base policy with super top-up, opt for policy with favourable bonus norms to manage premium cost

Young buyers dropping health cover risk savings, debt, investment setbacks
Updated On : 26 Apr 2026 | 11:35 PM IST

Life insurance onboarding: Disclose ailments, habits; take tests if needed

Appoint a guardian for minor nominees; update nominations after major life events

Life insurance onboarding: Disclose ailments, habits; take tests if needed
Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 6:06 PM IST

EPFO can't reject higher pension claims for employer lapses: Bombay HC

Court's order means the social security body must independently verify retirement claims using all available evidence rather than penalising workers for their firms' administrative failures

EPFO can't reject higher pension claims for employer lapses: Bombay HC
Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 4:53 PM IST

89 new ultra-rich added daily: Global wealth and the $30 mn club decoded

Billionaire Boom Spreads Worldwide, India Among Top Growth Markets

89 new ultra-rich added daily: Global wealth and the $30 mn club decoded
Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 3:19 PM IST

Buying a flat in Maharashtra? Here's how new Property Cards will help you

With VPC it will be easier to get bank loans and time frame for inheritance procedures and land disputes will get reduced drastically. Transactions will be faster as data is transparent.

Buying a flat in Maharashtra? Here's how new Property Cards will help you
Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 3:17 PM IST

Hospital bills covered, care Isn't: The blind spot in planning for parents

Health insurance isn't enough: The hidden costs of caring for ageing parents decoded

Hospital bills covered, care Isn't: The blind spot in planning for parents
Updated On : 24 Apr 2026 | 2:59 PM IST