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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

Amid gold-silver volatility, book partial profits in rallies to cut risks
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 8:56 PM IST

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

What are the best term insurance premium rates for young professionals?
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 6:23 PM IST

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

Pashmina's resurgence: How heritage craft meets conscious luxury demand
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 5:52 PM IST

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.

Budget 2026 land acquisition tax break: Experts decode gains and limits
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 5:41 PM IST

Fund review: Kotak Equity Opportunities Fund

Fund review: Kotak Equity Opportunities Fund

Fund review: Kotak Equity Opportunities Fund
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 5:02 PM IST

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

Revised return deadline extended to help belated filers, global earners
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 4:06 PM IST

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

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

Travel insurance demand for overseas weddings up 27% in two years: Report
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 3:47 PM IST

After repaying car loan, how to remove hypothecation in records online

Securing absolute ownership requires a formal update to the Vahan portal to prevent legal hurdles and insurance complications during future sales

After repaying car loan, how to remove hypothecation in records online
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Defence, semi-conductors, rare earths : Where to invest after Budget 2026

Real sinals are embedded in the Budget document-policy continuity, withdrawal of customs duties on manufactured goods, and a clear shift towards strategic sectors like defence, semiconductors

Defence, semi-conductors, rare earths : Where to invest after Budget 2026
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

Cancer treatment bills hit Rs 30 lakh, insurance cover falls short: Report

Medical inflation and prolonged, multi-stage care leave many Indian families underinsured, it says

Cancer treatment bills hit Rs 30 lakh, insurance cover falls short: Report
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Flexi-cap equity, credit core bets for 2026: Motilal backs 50% large caps

Large caps/hybrids should be considered as portfolio anchors for 2026, complemented by staggered, selective exposure to mid and small caps on the back of improving sentiment

Flexi-cap equity, credit core bets for 2026: Motilal backs 50% large caps
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:54 AM IST

CBDT to issue new tax rules; 88% taxpayers already in new regime

The old tax regime refers to the income tax calculation and slabs that existed before the introduction of the new tax regime in 2020. Old tax regime has higher tax rates, but taxpayers get exemptions.

CBDT to issue new tax rules; 88% taxpayers already in new regime
Updated On : 05 Feb 2026 | 9:11 AM IST

Budget 2026 extends immunity to misreporting, but with key trade-offs

The proposal extends relief from penalty and prosecution in misreporting cases, but taxpayers must forgo the right to appeal and carefully weigh the strength of their case

Budget 2026 extends immunity to misreporting, but with key trade-offs
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

Union Budget 2026: Are you eligible for standard deduction in FY27?

Standard deduction cannot be claimed on freelance, interest, rental or business income, say experts

Union Budget 2026: Are you eligible for standard deduction in FY27?
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

High-end Worli apartment with six car parks sold for ₹123.5 crore

The apartment has a RERA carpet area of 6,772.28 sq ft, along with an additional 367.05 sq ft of balcony and open terrace space, taking the total usable area to over 7,100 sq ft

High-end Worli apartment with six car parks sold for ₹123.5 crore
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 4:36 PM IST

Budget 2026 simplifies tax rules for PF trusts: What changes for you

EPFO said the rationalisation will serve the interests of all stakeholders by ensuring convergence between the Income Tax Act and EPF laws.

Budget 2026 simplifies tax rules for PF trusts: What changes for you
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 3:06 PM IST

Getting a bank locker? Here's everything to know before signing in

Bank locker safety is not absolute. Here's how costs, RBI rules and liability caps work before you store jewellery and key documents inside

Getting a bank locker? Here's everything to know before signing in
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 2:16 PM IST

Scrap yard or resale market? Know the best option for your vehicle

Scrapping incentives vs resale value- what really puts more money back in your pocket

Scrap yard or resale market? Know the best option for your vehicle
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

More insurance policies, less panic? New study data shows a pattern

Study finds financial anxiety drops 6-7 points when families hold four or more insurance policies across income groups

More insurance policies, less panic? New study data shows a pattern
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 12:15 PM IST

₹46,599 for India-London round trip: Air India sale offers fares from ₹1499

One free date change on all bookings made during sale period

₹46,599 for India-London round trip: Air India sale offers fares from ₹1499
Updated On : 04 Feb 2026 | 11:29 AM IST