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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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Home possession delayed? Here's how RERA can help buyers claim compensation

A recent order in Kerala highlights how homebuyers can seek compensation, refunds or possession through RERA

Home possession delayed? Here's how RERA can help buyers claim compensation
Updated On : 31 Jul 2026 | 2:50 PM IST

Indian national gets jail term for a day, deported in US U Visa fraud case

US court sentences Indian national to one day in prison, $1,000 fine and deportation in staged U Visa fraud case

Indian national gets jail term for a day, deported in US U Visa fraud case
Updated On : 31 Jul 2026 | 2:28 PM IST

July 31 isn't the ITR deadline for everyone: Here's who gets more time

ITR Filing 2026 Deadline Extension: The deadline depends on your income type. Here's who must file by July 31 and who gets another month

July 31 isn't the ITR deadline for everyone: Here's who gets more time
Updated On : 31 Jul 2026 | 12:18 PM IST

CA made a mistake in your ITR? ITAT ruling offers relief in some cases

The ruling clarifies that taxpayers may avoid penalties for bona fide filing errors if there is no intent to conceal income

CA made a mistake in your ITR? ITAT ruling offers relief in some cases
Updated On : 30 Jul 2026 | 4:35 PM IST

Filed ITR early? Last-minute checks could save your refund from delays

Early filers should recheck AIS, Form 26AS, TDS credits and bank details to avoid refund delays or tax notices

Filed ITR early? Last-minute checks could save your refund from delays
Updated On : 30 Jul 2026 | 3:08 PM IST

US airport crackdown widens: Domestic travellers with visa issues at risk

Reports say ICE is expanding airport enforcement, raising concerns for immigrants with visa extensions or green cards pending

US airport crackdown widens: Domestic travellers with visa issues at risk
Updated On : 30 Jul 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

SBI Card, Google Pay launch new credit card with Rs 18,000 annual rewards

Co-branded card offers 'instant rewards', UPI support on RuPay, EMI options and fee waiver on eligible spends

SBI Card, Google Pay launch new credit card with Rs 18,000 annual rewards
Updated On : 30 Jul 2026 | 11:38 AM IST

EPFO paid lower EPS than passbook balance, forum awards 9% interest

Consumer forum found EPFO wrongly calculated an EPS withdrawal claim and ordered 9% interest with compensation

EPFO paid lower EPS than passbook balance, forum awards 9% interest
Updated On : 28 Jul 2026 | 6:23 PM IST

PPF turned inactive after a missed Rs 500 deposit? Here's how to revive it

Missing the minimum annual Rs 500 contribution can make your PPF account inactive. Here's what it means and how to revive it

PPF turned inactive after a missed Rs 500 deposit? Here's how to revive it
Updated On : 28 Jul 2026 | 2:31 PM IST

Planning to work while studying in Canada? IRCC reiterates key permit rules

Canada says violating work or study permit conditions could lead to removal, visa refusals and future immigration hurdles

Planning to work while studying in Canada? IRCC reiterates key permit rules
Updated On : 28 Jul 2026 | 2:27 PM IST

Paytm brings Rs 11 ITR filing with ClearTax: Key features explained

Paytm's new ITR filing service promises automated tax filing, capital gains import and post-filing support

Paytm brings Rs 11 ITR filing with ClearTax: Key features explained
Updated On : 28 Jul 2026 | 2:02 PM IST

Policybazaar rolls out dollar term insurance for NRIs via GIFT City

The offering addresses an often-overlooked risk that can reduce the overseas value of life insurance over time

Policybazaar rolls out dollar term insurance for NRIs via GIFT City
Updated On : 28 Jul 2026 | 1:19 PM IST

Got married? Your EPF nomination is no longer valid after marriage

Marriage automatically invalidates your old EPF nomination under the new rules. Here's why updating your e-nomination matters

Got married? Your EPF nomination is no longer valid after marriage
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 10:19 PM IST

US revives Dream and Promise Act: Who could qualify for a green card

US lawmakers have revived the Dream and Promise Act. Here's who could qualify if the Bill becomes law

US revives Dream and Promise Act: Who could qualify for a green card
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 6:59 PM IST

West Bengal eyes 7th Pay Commission rollout, promises more DA hikes

State government also promises to clear pending arrears as it works towards gradual DA parity with central employees

West Bengal eyes 7th Pay Commission rollout, promises more DA hikes
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 1:42 PM IST

NPS gets two new PFRDA tools for fund comparison, complaints: How to use

PRIDE-DISHA helps compare NPS fund performance, while Pension Sahayak makes raising and tracking complaints easier

NPS gets two new PFRDA tools for fund comparison, complaints: How to use
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

ICE plans crackdown on Haitians as temporary protection nears end: Report

Haitian immigrants could face ICE action as temporary protection in the US is expected to end

ICE plans crackdown on Haitians as temporary protection nears end: Report
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 12:16 PM IST

Own foreign assets? Experts explain exchange rate rule for filing ITR

Using Google or bank exchange rates for foreign assets can lead to mistakes, experts explain what taxpayers should know

Own foreign assets? Experts explain exchange rate rule for filing ITR
Updated On : 27 Jul 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

Bought a resale flat without NOC? Experts explain the risk of old dues

Can a housing society recover a previous owner's unpaid maintenance from a new buyer? Experts explain the legal position

Bought a resale flat without NOC? Experts explain the risk of old dues
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

Ontario launches first phase of immigration overhaul: Key changes explained

Ontario has replaced multiple immigration streams with a new pathway. Here's what the overhaul means for an applicant

Ontario launches first phase of immigration overhaul: Key changes explained
Updated On : 24 Jul 2026 | 4:12 PM IST