Personal Finance

Aadhaar biometric lock explained: How it prevents biometric fraud

UIDAI's biometric lock feature lets users block fingerprint and iris authentication, adding an extra safety layer against Aadhaar-linked fraud and misuse

Ishaan Khatter buys 3,000 sq ft flat in Mumbai's Pali Hill for Rs 29.4 cr

According to property registration documents, the flat is located in Navroz Apartment in Pali Hill

RBI plans KCC revamp with 6-year tenure and higher loan limits ahead

Draft norms propose standard crop seasons, tech spend cover and loan limits linked to scale of finance under Kisan Credit Card framework

Assam clears 8th pay commission: What it could mean for salaries, pensions

State panel to review pay, allowances and service conditions, revision may lift take-home pay and retirement benefits for employees and pensioners

New income tax rules coming soon - and taxpayers can now give feedback

I-T dept invites stakeholder views on draft rules, forms under new Income Tax Act

Amid gold-silver volatility, book partial profits in rallies to cut risks

Instead of chasing high prices, new investors must enter through systematic investment plans with a horizon of five years

One extra home loan EMI can save Rs 15 lakh, cut 5 yrs on Rs 50 lakh loan

With EMIs unlikely to change immediately, the focus shifts to optimising tenure, prepayments and spreads

RBI proposes to allow banks to lend to REITs, widening real estate funding

Move could widen funding options for income-generating real estate assets

Health insurance complaints rise 41% on claims disputes in FY25: Irdai

Regulator asks insurers to conduct 'root-cause analysis' of complaints and improve oversight of agents, brokers and digital channels

Home loans at 7-12% range after RBI rate hold: Check latest offers here

As RBI holds policy rates, the gap between floor and ceiling rates means a borrower's credit score and lender choice are now the primary drivers of long-term housing costs

RBI holds rates: Best FDs where senior citizens can still earn up to 8%

Senior citizen best fixed deposit interest rates: With the repo rate unchanged at 5.25%, depositors may still have time to lock higher fixed deposit returns before banks reprice

Fixed deposit rates at 5-8% after RBI pause: Check latest offers here

Investors should act now to lock in high-yielding fixed deposits as central bank keeps interest rates at a peak before an expected cooling period

RBI repo rate at 5.25%: Home loan EMIs to stay unchanged for borrowers

Home Loan EMI Rate Unchanged: With EMIs steady after the MPC's first 2026 decision, experts say borrowers should reassess loan terms instead of waiting for fresh rate cuts

Sebi proposal could simplify withdrawals from demat mutual funds

Markets regulator Sebi on Thursday proposed to extend the facility of standing instructions for Systematic Withdrawal Plans (SWP) and Systematic Transfer Plans (STP) to mutual fund units held in demat

What are the best term insurance premium rates for young professionals?

Here is a selected list of the best term insurance rates from various insurers for young male professionals living in a large city

Pashmina's resurgence: How heritage craft meets conscious luxury demand

From ceremonial gifting to informed ownership, pashmina shawls are being rediscovered as a conscious luxury choice rooted in heritage, sustainability and emotional value

Budget 2026 land acquisition tax break: Experts decode gains and limits

Tax exemption on acquired land compensation gets legal clarity from April 2026; urban and non-farm plots also covered.

Fund review: Kotak Equity Opportunities Fund

Fund review: Kotak Equity Opportunities Fund

Revised return deadline extended to help belated filers, global earners

Bear in mind that substantial changes in a revised return can invite closer examination by tax authorities

Travel insurance demand for overseas weddings up 27% in two years: Report

Indian families turning to disciplined financial planning for such events, it says