Personal Finance

Cash gift from family: How to prepare for tax scrutiny and avoid disputes

Record each gift's amount and occasion, establish the relationship and keep evidence of the donor's means

Gold shopping this Dhanteras: Here's what you must check before paying

Dhanteras 2026: Gold buying checklist to help you avoid costly mistakes and make an informed purchase

Singer Vishal Mishra buys 4 flats in Mumbai's Andheri West for ₹22.25 crore

The purchase in Andheri West includes a duplex spread across two floors, two terraces and three parking spaces; stamp duty paid on the transactions was around Rs 1.33 crore.

Gen Z seeks 3.4 office days; Millennials settle for 3.2-3.3, says Savills

A global Savills survey finds younger workers want reliable Wi-Fi, public transport links and wellness facilities near offices, even as 46% report commutes of at least 41 minutes.

RBI raises Floating Rate Bond rate to 7.26%: How much more will you earn

The revised rate will apply until April 29, 2027, boosting six-month interest payouts for existing bondholders

Axis Bank to revise savings account charges from December 1: What changes

Axis Bank will reduce free cash transactions, raise minimum balance penalties and cheque return fees, and withdraw reward points for select accounts from December 1

Emaar launches 194 luxury flats in Lucknow, 3BHKs start at Rs 2.15 crore

The 194-residence development in Gomti Nagar Extension marks the company's second premium high-rise project in Lucknow, following Elite Oasis

One in three Indian taxpayers now reports income above Rs 20 lakh: ClearTax

India's Rs 50 lakh-plus income club nearly doubles in 3 years, shows ClearTax report

Denmark trusts strangers most, but US ranks 1st for professional networking

High trust, more connections: Nordic countries stand out in global networking study

Direct plans made default option: Why costs matter for MF investors

Sebi's move to make direct mutual fund plans the default on fund houses' digital platforms puts the spotlight on costs, but investors must weigh lower fees against the value of ongoing advice.

November money changes: What pensioners, taxpayers and investors must know

New mutual fund defaults, revised bank charges, life certificate deadlines and ITR extensions

UPS pensioners must submit life certificate by Nov 30: How to do it

UPS retirees can now use Aadhaar-based face authentication to submit their annual proof of life through a mobile app

37% of under-25 investors lose money, but India's Gen Z keeps on trading

Under-25 investors lead in market losses, complex tax filings jump to 82%

EPFO launches WhatsApp facility for PF balance, passbook and transactions

EPF subscribers can view their latest five transactions and get PMVBRY assistance, while eligible inactive accounts will be settled automatically

Salary is no longer enough: 47% of Indian taxpayers earn beyond their jobs

What used to be a single paycheck has diversified into multiple income streams, and the tax return is where this shift becomes visible first. Nearly half of Indians now repo

DLF plans mid-Nov launch of 135 Andheri homes, prices start at Rs 6.9 crore

After selling 416 homes worth over Rs 2,300 crore in its maiden Mumbai launch, the developer is preparing to introduce 135 more residences in Andheri West, with ticket sizes starting at Rs 6.9 crore

Lodha enters NCR with Rs 1,200 cr office project, plans Sohna Road launch

Realty major Lodha Developers Ltd will invest around Rs 1,100-1,200 crore to develop a premium commercial office complex on Gurugram's Golf Course Road

Check funding limits and net returns before buying property overseas

Overseas property now accounts for 13 per cent of surveyed buyers' wealth, up from about 5 per cent a decade ago. Experts explain the remittance limits, tax obligations and risks investors must assess

Should I invest in sector funds such as banking, technology, pharma

Sector funds can deliver strong returns during market rallies, but investors must weigh concentration risk, high valuations and volatility before investing.

Index vs actively managed funds: What's better for new investors?

As passive investing grows, new investors must choose between low-cost index funds and the higher-fee promise of active management