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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SC flags EPFO wage ceiling: Smaller take-home, bigger retirement pot?
Supreme Court EPFO decision: Court push may widen EPF cover, raising contributions and retirement corpus
 "SC flags EPFO wage ceiling: Smaller take-home, bigger retirement pot?")
India's taxpayers move beyond salary as multi-income filings surge: Report
Tax filings reveal a growing shift towards multi-income earners
 "India's taxpayers move beyond salary as multi-income filings surge: Report")
Delhi-NCR sees 39% jump in home launches as buyer interest rises: Report
Infrastructure-led corridors drive growth, but gains are turning selective
 "Delhi-NCR sees 39% jump in home launches as buyer interest rises: Report")
Home sales slow but steady, prices jump up to 19% in top cities: Report
Mumbai, Delhi-NCR & Bengaluru see slower sales as home prices stay elevated
 "Home sales slow but steady, prices jump up to 19% in top cities: Report")
Leaving money for pets in a will? Experts tell what Indian law says
Legal limits, real risks, and how owners can plan responsibly
 "Leaving money for pets in a will? Experts tell what Indian law says")
Over 80% of mutual funds erode 25% of regular-plan investor wealth: Report
Ten-year data shows commissions matter more than most investors realise
 "Over 80% of mutual funds erode 25% of regular-plan investor wealth: Report")
PPF, NSC, SCSS and more: Small savings rates for January-March 2026
Returns, tax benefits and key features of popular government-backed schemes
 "PPF, NSC, SCSS and more: Small savings rates for January-March 2026")
Getting insurance calls promising bonuses? It can wipe out your savings
Fraudsters are using bonus and renewal pitches to scam policyholders
 "Getting insurance calls promising bonuses? It can wipe out your savings")
Active vs passive multi-asset funds: Control, costs and return potential
'Passive funds follow rules; active funds chase opportunities,' say experts
 "Active vs passive multi-asset funds: Control, costs and return potential")
Aadhaar PVC card charges increase: Check details here & how to apply
Find out the updated fees, delivery timeline, and how to order your card
 "Aadhaar PVC card charges increase: Check details here & how to apply")
Amazon Pay launches fixed deposits offering up to 8% annual returns
Amazon Pay broadens its savings products with easy, app-based fixed deposit options
 "Amazon Pay launches fixed deposits offering up to 8% annual returns")
India launches new e-Business visa for Chinese nationals: How to apply
Short stay for specific business activities now easier with online process
 "India launches new e-Business visa for Chinese nationals: How to apply")
Car loan rates in January 2026 start at 7.4%, EMIs below Rs 10,000
Check EMIs, interest rates and processing fees across top banks
 "Car loan rates in January 2026 start at 7.4%, EMIs below Rs 10,000")
Banks, HFCs offer home loans rates between 7-12.6% in January 2026
Public banks remain cheapest, while private lenders and HFCs price loans higher
 "Banks, HFCs offer home loans rates between 7-12.6% in January 2026")
Immigration changes in January 2026: Key updates from major destinations
US, UK, Canada, Singapore, Ireland, NZ, EU, France, Gulf implement immigration changes, including fee hikes, stricter eligibility, and enhanced security measures
 "Immigration changes in January 2026: Key updates from major destinations")
Health insurance claim rejected for non-disclosure? Here's what works
Claim rejections for non-disclosure are not always final. Here is how documentation, timelines and doctor clarifications can change outcomes
 "Health insurance claim rejected for non-disclosure? Here's what works")
Does the IT dept track your online spending or lifestyle? Govt clarifies
Government responds to claims about ITD and citizens' digital activity
 "Does the IT dept track your online spending or lifestyle? Govt clarifies")
Credit cards in 2025: Tax clarity, RBI rules and a shift in spending
From festive splurges to planned spends, how card usage evolved in 2025
 "Credit cards in 2025: Tax clarity, RBI rules and a shift in spending")
Senior citizen FD rates in January 2026 up to 8.10%: Bank-wise list
Interest rates vary widely across banks and tenures, making comparison important
 "Senior citizen FD rates in January 2026 up to 8.10%: Bank-wise list")
FD rates in January 2026 at 5%-8%: Check best offers across banks
Bank-wise FD rates range from 5% to 8%, depending on tenure and lender type
 "FD rates in January 2026 at 5%-8%: Check best offers across banks")