Amit Kumar

Sebi cuts mutual fund fees: How 10-15 bps can add Rs 5 lakh to wealth

A small cut in fund expenses can quietly compound into meaningful long-term gains for investors

Denmark immigration rules change in 2026: Higher fees, tighter work permits

Denmark immigration Rule in 2026: Salary thresholds rise, medical permits freeze, and application costs go up from January 2026

What people got wrong in filing tax returns; how they can do better in 2026

Tax experts say that omissions, data mismatches, and common assumptions were the primary causes of defective returns, penalties, and delayed refunds this year, urging timely preparation for 2026

FD rates in Dec range from 5% to 8%: Check best offers across banks

Small finance banks lead returns, while PSU and private banks offer steadier FD yields across tenures

EPFO insurance: Job history gap of up to 60 days won't cut Rs 50,000 cover

New rules for Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance ensure that short employment gaps and public holidays no longer disqualify subscribers from essential benefits , providing greater financial security

Got tax alert on property deals or foreign assets? I-T dept explains why

Authorities clarify that compliance alerts for high-value transactions are prompts for voluntary correction rather than a precursor to enforcement action

Planning New Zealand travel or study? Visa centre fees go up from 2026

Visa application centre service charges will be higher from January, adding to upfront costs for applicants from India and other countries

Home loan rates in Dec start at 7.10%: Check best offers and terms

While property prices remain high, state-owned lenders are providing vital relief by holding interest rates at competitive levels

Car loan rates in Dec start at 7.45%: Check best offer of lenders

State-owned lenders are lead year-end financing deals by slashing interest costs to attract customers

SBI, PNB, Canara, IOB cut loan rates: What it means for borrowers

Following the RBI's repo rate cut, major public-sector lenders are offering relief to home and auto loan borrowers

Family floater vs individual health plan: What works best for your family

Experts break down how to pick between family floater and individual health plans

Before you fly out: How to choose the right international travel insurance

Tips to pick the right international travel insurance and avoid costly surprises abroad

Income Tax dept emails flag cash deposits, property deals: What to do

Emails about high-value transactions in Annual Information Statements nudge people on compliance processes, say experts

Why immigration lawyer is asking travellers to US to have social media apps

'Wiping' devices or using burner phones can trigger red flags during increasingly stringent digital border screenings, says expert

Retirement investing in 2025: Key returns, hard lessons & the 2026 outlook

Retirement Planning: Returns, risks, scams, and key portfolio shifts shaping retiree planning for the year ahead

New NPS rules: 10 changes in accumulation, growth, pension withdrawal

Revised norms boost retirement liquidity by slashing mandatory annuity requirements and raising the full lump-sum withdrawal limit to Rs 8 lakh

Delayed flat possession or poor construction: How to file a RERA complaint

Step-by-step guide for homebuyers to lodge complaints under RERA

Over 300% returns on Sovereign Gold Bond: 2017 series hits Rs 12,801 payout

The series has delivered an exceptional simple return of 341%, setting a redemption price of Rs 12,801 per gram

Unable to report foreign assets in revising tax returns? Here is what to do

Tax department advises taxpayers attempting to disclose foreign assets in revised returns to switch from ITR-1 or ITR-4 to the correct forms (ITR-2 or ITR-3) by December to ensure compliance

Is your MF portfolio drifting? How to review it for stronger 2026 returns

A disciplined year-end review can help investors correct drift, cut weak funds, and enter 2026 with a cleaner, goal-aligned mutual fund portfolio