Amit Kumar

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

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

Japan to cut visa fees to 10,000 yen for foreigners in financial hardship

Country will raise residence-related charges sharply from Oct 1, while refugees, asylum seekers and other eligible applicants may qualify for reduced fees

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.

25-30% jump in Indians seeking second residency: Why HNIs want a 'Plan B'

IT professionals, consultants and other professionals account for nearly 18% of enquiries, says global CEO of immigration firm Garant IN

US Visa Bulletin September 2026: Indian family green card wait gets shorter

India sees major movement in family-sponsored green card queues, while EB-2 and EB-5 remain unavailable for applicants

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

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

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

EPF vs equities: 6 things to know before choosing your retirement mix

EPFO has highlighted six key differences between EPF and equities, from employer contributions and stability to tax and social-security benefits

No more boarding pass stamps from Sept 1: What travellers need to know

International travellers departing India will be able to use e-boarding passes as immigration authorities end mandatory boarding pass stamping from September 1

Multiple insurance policies? Here's how coverage, claims and payouts work

Multiple covers can fill gaps in your financial protection, but they do not always mean double payouts for the same loss.

Canada visa processing: Visitors many have to wait for up to 31 days

Latest estimates show a nine-week wait for work permits and five weeks for study permits, while Super Visa processing remains at 56 days.

South Africa ETA fee: New R500 charge for digital travel authorisation

South Africa's digital travel system promises faster processing, with the new charge replacing the earlier fully subsidised ETA service

Joint FCNR(B) accounts for NRIs: Eligibility, rules and tax benefits

NRIs can add eligible resident relatives to FCNR(B) accounts, but the 'Former or Survivor' rule and other conditions apply

SBI basic savings account rules change from October 1: What changes

SBI will count AePS withdrawals in the four free monthly cash transactions, with Rs 15 plus GST charged on each withdrawal beyond the limit

Student term insurance: Is life cover worth it before you start earning?

Student term insurance may be affordable, but is it necessary? For those with education loans or dependants, early cover can offer a financial safety net. For others, the need may be limited.

Karnataka raises pension income limit to Rs 1.2 lakh: Who benefits

State's move could bring eligible elderly, widows and disabled beneficiaries back into the social security pension net after verification