Personal Finance
₹2-3 cr homes sell fastest as housing conversion time hits 3-year low
Conversion time across top cities b/w 2020 & 2025 was lowest in 2022 (22 days)
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US, UAE, Canada NRIs fuel 126% jump in India health insurance cover: Report
Overseas Indians are opting for Indian health plans for lower premiums, GST relief and AI-led onboarding, says Policybazaar data
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No credit history? This FD-backed credit card offers cashback on UPI spends
2026: IDFC FIRST Bank launches Hello Cashback Credit Card, a fixed-deposit-backed offering designed to make credit more accessible for digitally savvy customers, especially young adults aged 18+
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India deal values fall 60% in Jan 2026 to $7.2 bn as big-ticket M&A stalls
The month recorded 207 deals worth USD 7.2 billion, including IPOs and QIPs, marking an 11% decline in volumes and a 60% drop in values compared to December 2025.
 "India deal values fall 60% in Jan 2026 to $7.2 bn as big-ticket M&A stalls")
Money returns EMs, gold ETF flows surge to ₹24,000 cr, equity inflows cool
Domestic gold ETFs saw a massive Rs 240 bn of inflow in January 2026, dwarfing the flows in previous months
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Pension savings with health insurance? NPS may introduce new option
Up to 30% of NPS savings may be earmarked for medical expenses. ICICI, Axis, Tata pension funds working on health-linked plans
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Why a falling valuation index led to higher equity allocation in January
According to WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund, its in-house model-Market Valuation Index-has moved down to 99 in January 2026 from 100.5 in December 2025
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South Delhi luxury floors touch ₹55 crore as prices climb up to 34%
South Delhi remains NCR's hottest luxury housing market in 2025
 "South Delhi luxury floors touch ₹55 crore as prices climb up to 34%")
Reliance Industries buys 3 apartments at One Altamount Road for ₹85 crore
The acquisition includes one flat with a carpet area of about 2,004.8 sq ft, along with two additional units - - each measuring approximately 578.67 sq ft.
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Learn about tax rule changes to avoid last-minute confusion during filing
In the tax return forms, more data will come pre-filled, but it should be verified against your own records to avoid mismatches
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Gold remains top investment choice for young Indians, says survey
The Smytten PulseAI survey, conducted with 5,000 consumers aged between 18-39, captured how tradition-led buying is steadily giving way to a more individual, logic-driven approach
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Financial conflicts among couples: Balance joint and solo accounts
Regular money talks, setting up joint goals, and regular reviews can help couples stay aligned
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Fixed deposits offering up to 8.95% interest in February 2026: Top picks
Fixed deposit rates appear to have peaked after RBI's repo moves. Here's where banks and corporate FDs stand in February 2026 and how seniors can respond
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Want to study at ISB? New scholarship offers 100% tuition fee waiver
The need-cum merit scholarship will provide 100% tuition fee waivers to recipients over multiple years, beginning with the current academic year.
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"Homebuyers disappointed": Supreme Court questions RERA effectiveness
The Supreme Court on Thursday said it is high time all states rethought the constitution of the real estate regulatory authority (RERA) as the institution is doing nothing, except facilitating default
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New tax regime vs ELSS: Should you still invest in tax-saving funds?
The new tax regime hasn't reduced ELSS performance - but it has reduced the tax incentive to invest in them.
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India's taxpayer base doubled to 12 cr in 11 yrs, middle class expands: FM
"So, the economy is no longer narrow, and it's not just confined to the elite. The middle-class basket is widening. Between 2013-14 and 2024-25, the number of taxpayers, that is, people filing returns
 "India's taxpayer base doubled to 12 cr in 11 yrs, middle class expands: FM")
Can AI cook dinner? India's smart kitchens test the limits of automation
From guided multi-cookers to robotic chefs, AI-powered appliances promise urban Indian homes precision and convenience, but raise questions about emotion, memory, and the meaning of cooking itself
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What are the best car loan interest rates available today?
Check out a range of car loan interest rates available from banks for a 5 year-period as well as associated EMIs for each
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Fund review: Bandhan Short Duration Fund
Fund review: Bandhan Short Duration Fund
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