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Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Amit is a personal finance journalist covering banking, taxation, insurance, investing, and consumer money matters. He writes analytical yet easy-to-understand explainers, breaking down complex financial and policy developments for everyday readers. His work focuses on helping audiences make informed decisions through data-driven reporting, expert insights, and practical context.

Amit is a personal finance journalist covering banking, taxation, insurance, investing, and consumer money matters. He writes analytical yet easy-to-understand explainers, breaking down complex financial and policy developments for everyday readers. His work focuses on helping audiences make informed decisions through data-driven reporting, expert insights, and practical context.

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RBI's loan pricing revamp: Experts explain what could change for borrowers

Regulator is standardising how loans are priced. Here's what it could mean for EMIs, transparency and future rate cuts.

RBI's loan pricing revamp: Experts explain what could change for borrowers
Updated On : 06 Aug 2026 | 3:58 PM IST

Can NRIs invest in PPF? What rules say for people who have moved abroad

Know whether NRIs can invest in PPF, continue existing accounts, extend them after maturity and withdraw the corpus

Can NRIs invest in PPF? What rules say for people who have moved abroad
Updated On : 06 Aug 2026 | 2:07 PM IST

SGB premature redemption in August: These investors can exit early

Eligible Sovereign Gold Bond investors can redeem select tranches this August. Check the redemption dates, deadlines and rules

SGB premature redemption in August: These investors can exit early
Updated On : 06 Aug 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

Quicker immigration at Goa airports: New passenger facility explained

Registered Indian travellers will be able to clear immigration through biometric e-gates in under 30 seconds

Quicker immigration at Goa airports: New passenger facility explained
Updated On : 06 Aug 2026 | 11:57 AM IST

PNB offers up to 6.6% on FCNR(B) FDs; how SBI, HDFC, ICICI compare

NRIs can now earn up to 6.6% on FCNR(B) FDs as banks revise rates. Here's how leading lenders compare

PNB offers up to 6.6% on FCNR(B) FDs; how SBI, HDFC, ICICI compare
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 8:39 PM IST

Debit card blocked without notice? Bank ordered to pay Rs 1.25 lakh

The ruling says fraud prevention cannot override a bank's duty to inform customers before blocking their debit cards

Debit card blocked without notice? Bank ordered to pay Rs 1.25 lakh
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 5:50 PM IST

EPFO portal upgrade: Can't find your old PF account? Here's what to check

EPFO's upgraded portal lets members trace forgotten PF accounts and check if old records are linked to their UAN

EPFO portal upgrade: Can't find your old PF account? Here's what to check
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 4:50 PM IST

Canada issues 507 PR invitations in latest Express Entry PNP draw: Details

Only candidates with provincial nominations were invited as Canada held its first Express Entry PNP draw of August

Canada issues 507 PR invitations in latest Express Entry PNP draw: Details
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 4:19 PM IST

Oman's free 14-day tourist visa explained: Can Indian citizens apply?

A new visa rule could make short trips to Oman easier. Here's how the latest changes work

Oman's free 14-day tourist visa explained: Can Indian citizens apply?
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 1:40 PM IST

Could UPI payments become chargeable? Here's what the new Bill says

The proposed Bill doesn't impose MDR yet, but it gives the Centre the power to decide which digital payments remain free

Could UPI payments become chargeable? Here's what the new Bill says
Updated On : 05 Aug 2026 | 1:37 PM IST

Homebuyer loses parking dispute after neighbour occupies slot: Here's why

The court said parking rights are governed by society by-laws and do not automatically pass to the new flat owner

Homebuyer loses parking dispute after neighbour occupies slot: Here's why
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 5:25 PM IST

Kuwait allows eligible foreigners to switch to residency for $485: Details

Eligible expatriates can now switch from visit visas to residency under Kuwait's new immigration rules

Kuwait allows eligible foreigners to switch to residency for $485: Details
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 2:58 PM IST

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana registrations begin: Eligibility, documents, key rules

Delhi government launches portal as registrations begin. Check eligibility, documents and how the ~2,500 monthly benefit works

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana registrations begin: Eligibility, documents, key rules
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

Goa seeks 'visa on arrival', open-sky status: What travellers should know

The state has urged the Centre to allow visa on arrival and open-sky benefits to improve global air connectivity

Goa seeks 'visa on arrival', open-sky status: What travellers should know
Updated On : 04 Aug 2026 | 1:23 PM IST

Missed July 31 ITR deadline? Experts explain immediate steps, penalties

Tax experts explain belated ITR filing, late fee, interest, refunds and the steps taxpayers should take now

Missed July 31 ITR deadline? Experts explain immediate steps, penalties
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 5:04 PM IST

August immigration updates: Key changes Indian applicants should know

US green card delays dominate August, while Australia, Canada and other countries see limited immigration updates

August immigration updates: Key changes Indian applicants should know
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 4:38 PM IST

Canadian citizenship by descent: These 2 documents are key for applicants

Applicants seeking Canadian citizenship by descent may face delays if key birth and marriage documents are incomplete

Canadian citizenship by descent: These 2 documents are key for applicants
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

Bank holidays in August: Branches to stay shut on these key dates

Branch closures vary by state this month. Check the August 2026 bank holiday calendar before planning any banking work

Bank holidays in August: Branches to stay shut on these key dates
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 12:41 PM IST

August financial checklist: Key tax, banking and market changes to track

From the August 31, ITR deadline to RBI policy, Sebi trading changes and CKYC 2.0, here's what changes this month

August financial checklist: Key tax, banking and market changes to track
Updated On : 03 Aug 2026 | 12:32 PM IST

Ignoring the ITR deadline? Experts explain the cost beyond the ₹5,000 fee

Experts explain who pays a Rs 1,000 or Rs 5,000 late fee and why filing late can cost much more than that

Ignoring the ITR deadline? Experts explain the cost beyond the ₹5,000 fee
Updated On : 31 Jul 2026 | 5:32 PM IST