Personal Finance

Child insurance plans suit risk-averse parents seeking assured goals

Those prioritising higher returns and greater flexibility may prefer term cover with mutual fund investments

India's insurance premiums to grow 6.9% annually till 2030: Report

Swiss Re flags India as the world's fastest-growing major insurance market by the end of the decade

Budget 2026: Experts explain why the new tax regime still needs fixes

Experts argue cost-of-living relief can reduce the sharp tax jump after ₹12 lakh

Claiming third-party motor insurance? How it works after an accident

Injury, damage, liability: what really gets paid under third-party insurance

UPI-based EPF withdrawals may start by April: What changes for members

The proposed system promises quicker access to EPF money, with limits

$18.3 Trillion Club: Billionaires 4,000x more likely to rule, warns Oxfam

$2.5 Trillion in One Year: The Billionaire Boom That's Breaking Democracies

SBI YONO Aadhaar update scare: Govt flags fake APK scam, warn users

Government warns SBI customers against downloading fake APKs linked to Aadhaar updates

Midcaps to Hybrids: Inside ICICI Prudential's new iSIF Long-Short funds

Both Investment strategies adopt long-short approaches designed to navigate volatile and uneven market conditions.

No forms, no waiting: EPF money could be withdrawn via UPI by April 2026?

The labour ministry is working on a project where a certain proportion of the EPF will be frozen, and a large chunk will be available for withdrawal through their bank account using UPI

Align tax saving with your financial goals, horizons, and liquidity needs

Begin making these investments now, based on informed choices, instead of waiting till the last moment when mistakes are more likely

Flexi-cap funds: Invest if you prefer managers to handle market cap mix

Poor sector and stock selection calls can, however, lead to underperformance

Budget 2026 and affordable housing: Experts on what could change for buyers

From EMIs to GST tweaks, industry leaders break down what buyers can expect.

PF withdrawal simplified: Here's when you can access 100% of funds

One year in service, five withdrawal types, and how to get 100% of your PF

Karan Johar buys 1060 sq ft apartment in Mumbai's Khar West for Rs 8 crore

According to the IGR property registration documents reviewed by Square Yards, the property is located in Pali Village, Khar West.

Fixed deposit rates for senior citizens at 8% in mid-Jan: Check best offers

Bank FD rates for senior citizens in Jan 2026: Small finance banks lead the market with yields of up to 8.1%, providing a lucrative window for senior citizens to lock in high returns

Fixed deposit rates in mid-Jan 2026 at 5-8%: Check best bank offers

Major lenders are holding firm at 6-6.5 % while small finance banks lead the market with returns of up to 8%

NPS Vatsalya becomes 'flexible investment' option: Expert explains changes

Pension funds regulator relaxes withdrawal and exit norms, allowing parents to access funds for education and medical needs while maintaining long-term savings

FD rates touch 8% at Small Finance Banks as returns outpace big lenders

Fixed deposits are back: Where savers can earn up to 8% in 2026

Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma buy over 5 acres of land in Alibaug for ₹38 cr

The transaction was registered on 13 January 2026 and involves two adjoining plots located

AI-based financial scams: Set a family code word for emergency requests

Pause and verify the caller's identity independently before transferring funds