Personal Finance

Buying pet insurance? Check sub-limits, exclusions before choosing a policy

India's pet population rose from 28.5 million in financial year 2019-20 (FY20) to 39.2 million in FY25 and is projected to reach 60.5 million by FY30, according to industry estimates

Fund review: HDFC Corporate Bond Fund

Fund review: HDFC Corporate Bond Fund

Average cancer claim rises 81% in 5 years: How much health cover is enough?

With treatment claims rising to Rs 5.6 lakh, expert explains how families can assess their health cover

Manoj Bajpayee buys 4.45 acres in Pune's Mulshi for Rs 1.37 crore

In April 2026, actor Ranbir Kapoor acquired four adjoining land parcels spanning about 25.7 acres in Pimpri village, also in Mulshi taluka, for a combined Rs 16.42 crore

Home loan rates start at 7% in Aug: Check best offers by top lenders

Public sector banks take the lead with the cheapest borrowing terms, while housing finance companies and private lenders are close behind

Car loan rates starting at 7.35%: Check best offers and terms here

Car loan rates currently range from 7.35% to 14.05%. Check lender-wise interest rates, processing fees and EMI for a Rs 5 lakh loan

NRI bank accounts: Who can use NRE, NRO and FCNR(B) options in India?

NRIs, PIOs and eligible OCIs can open NRO, NRE and FCNR(B) accounts, but each serves a different purpose and has distinct rules

Retail traders' F&O losses stay high: How investors can limit the damage

Nearly 88% of individual F&O traders lost money in FY26. High leverage, frequent trading and behavioural mistakes can amplify losses, making disciplined risk management essential

Rakesh Roshan's JVPD property fetches ₹5 lakh monthly rent in 3-year deal

Rakesh Roshan's latest Mumbai property deal: ₹5 lakh monthly rent, 5% annual hike

Luxury homes up 9-fold, flats below Rs 1.5 cr fall from 85% to 47% in 4 yrs

Affordable Homes' Share Crashes From 85% to 47% in Four Years as Luxury Takes Over

Small finance banks pay up to 8.5% on FDs: Where can you get highest rates?

Suryoday Small Finance Bank is offering rates of up to 8.25% for general citizens and 8.50% for senior citizens, while Shivalik Small Finance Bank offers up to 8.00% for general citizens.

Eid Milad-un-Nabi 2026 Bank Holiday: Will banks be closed on Wednesday?

Bank Holiday Today: Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, or Mawlid, marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad on August 26. The RBI has listed the day as a bank holiday in several states

August 31 ITR deadline: Mistakes professionals, freelancers should avoid

Choose the right return form, reconcile tax records and disclose all income and assets

Apartment owners can't claim exclusive rights over shared amenities: HC

Karnataka High Court says buyers who agreed to shared amenities in registered sale deeds cannot later claim exclusive rights over them.

31% Indians eye home ownership in 5 years as money confidence rises: Report

40% of female respondents consider buying a house as a five-year priority, compared with 29% of men

Rustomjee launches ₹400-cr Ozone Skye in Goregaon: 2 BHKs start at ₹2.5 cr

Would you pay ₹2.5 crore for a Goregaon home? Rustomjee launches Ozone Skye

Joint home loan after death: What happens to the loan, insurance & house?

When a co-borrower dies, the home loan does not vanish. Here's what happens to EMIs, insurance, property ownership and legal heirs

Students' term cover: Buy adequate sum insured to cover education loan

A higher amount can be taken to provide a cushion to those who are likely to become financially dependent on the student in the future

SPARSH pension portal: How to track pension, benefits and life certificate

SPARSH lets defence pensioners track pension payments, entitlements, PPO details and life certificate status online, helping spot errors early

Planning a weekend getaway? Axis Bank cardholders can get up to ₹20,000 off

Built around India's long weekend calendar, the programme is designed to offer recurring travel benefits across multiple holiday periods throughout the year.