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Why investors need to be cautious after run-up in small-cap funds

With pockets of this segment turning expensive, investors should rebalance if overweight and invest in a staggered manner

Why investors need to be cautious after run-up in small-cap funds
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 6:20 PM IST

Delayed flat possession: Accepting keys won't end interest claim, says HC

HC says buyers can claim interest despite accepting delayed possession; 'zero period' cannot erase earlier default.

Delayed flat possession: Accepting keys won't end interest claim, says HC
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 4:14 PM IST

Mutual fund tax rules: How SIPs, switches and losses affect capital gains

Each SIP instalment is treated separately for tax purposes. Here is how investors should track purchase dates, calculate gains and deal with switches, IDCW and capital losses

Mutual fund tax rules: How SIPs, switches and losses affect capital gains
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 3:06 PM IST

More consumer-friendly insurance? Regulator targets costs, misselling

Lower expense limits, tighter commission caps, stronger misselling safeguards and wider disclosures are part of Irdai's proposed insurance reforms.

More consumer-friendly insurance? Regulator targets costs, misselling
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

46% lack adequate emergency funds, 60% have low health cover: Report

57% of Indians have EMIs, 46% lack 3-month emergency funds and 60% have low health cover

46% lack adequate emergency funds, 60% have low health cover: Report
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

Retirement corpus: Will your savings last a lifetime? 8 factors to check

How much you need after retirement depends on your lifestyle, inflation, healthcare costs, longevity, other income and withdrawal strategy.

Retirement corpus: Will your savings last a lifetime? 8 factors to check
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

Where are ₹2-5 crore homes selling the most? Bengaluru and NCR lead

India's ₹2-5 crore residential segment recorded around ₹1.15 lakh crore in home sales across major residential markets in H1 2026.

Where are ₹2-5 crore homes selling the most? Bengaluru and NCR lead
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 11:12 AM IST
India's gold imports fall sharply: Kotak sees 'good, bad and ugly' outcomes
Updated On : 25 Sep 2026 | 10:35 AM IST

Investors should check the premium before buying an international ETF

Compare the traded price with NAV and weigh taxes and costs before selling or choosing another route; industry limits on overseas investments restrict fund houses' ability to create fresh units

Investors should check the premium before buying an international ETF
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 9:05 PM IST

Renewing health insurance? Check these details before enhancing your cover

Compare the new policy with the old one, disclose health changes when seeking higher cover, and obtain written confirmation of the increased sum insured

Renewing health insurance? Check these details before enhancing your cover
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 7:07 PM IST

Ahead of a festive season buy, check out the best car loan rates available

As the festive season approaches, a number of people start planning a car purchase to coincide with one or the other major festival. Here's a list of available car loans

Ahead of a festive season buy, check out the best car loan rates available
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 7:01 PM IST

The overlooked part of estate planning: Choosing your spouse's adviser

Leaving assets and investment records is not enough; investors should identify trusted Sebi-registered advisers in advance so their spouse is not pushed towards unsuitable products after their death

The overlooked part of estate planning: Choosing your spouse's adviser
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 5:25 PM IST

Fund Review: Bandhan Medium to Long Term Fund

Fund Review: Bandhan Medium to Long Term Fund

Fund Review: Bandhan Medium to Long Term Fund
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 4:48 PM IST

NRI property purchase TDS rules ease from Oct 1: What buyers need to know

The amendment removes the need for resident individuals and HUFs to obtain a TAN solely for TDS compliance, says expert

NRI property purchase TDS rules ease from Oct 1: What buyers need to know
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 3:40 PM IST

₹5 lakh monthly rent, ₹55 lakh upfront: Nadiadwala Grandson's Andheri deal

Nadiadwala Grandson's second Andheri office lease takes combined rent commitment higher

₹5 lakh monthly rent, ₹55 lakh upfront: Nadiadwala Grandson's Andheri deal
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 3:39 PM IST

Can banks recover loans from life insurance payouts? Allahabad HC weighs in

Allahabad HC asked SBI to refund ₹17.29 lakh deducted from a widow's account to recover her deceased husband's loan, saying the bank was prima facie not entitled to recover it from insurance proceeds

Can banks recover loans from life insurance payouts? Allahabad HC weighs in
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 3:29 PM IST

EPFO e-nomination: Who gets your PF money? Know rules and filing steps

Members can nominate eligible family members and update their details online. Here are the rules and steps to complete e-nomination.

EPFO e-nomination: Who gets your PF money? Know rules and filing steps
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 12:34 PM IST

Look beyond small caps: Mispriced opportunities emerge in top 100 stocks

According to Omniscience Capital, the large-cap segment currently offers relatively attractive valuations compared with mid- and small-cap stocks.

Look beyond small caps: Mispriced opportunities emerge in top 100 stocks
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 12:02 PM IST

Reliance Industries buys duplex at Three Sixty West in Worli for ₹75.1 cr

Reliance Industries joins Three Sixty West's luxury homebuyers with ₹75 crore deal

Reliance Industries buys duplex at Three Sixty West in Worli for ₹75.1 cr
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 10:09 AM IST

Leela's ₹1,302 crore BKC land deal: 90,537 sq ft plot leased for 80 years

Leela BKC Holdings Private Limited has secured an 80-year lease for an 8,411.88 sq metre plot in Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), with the registered lease deed showing a premium of ₹1,302 cr

Leela's ₹1,302 crore BKC land deal: 90,537 sq ft plot leased for 80 years
Updated On : 24 Sep 2026 | 9:49 AM IST