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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 readers 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 readers make informed decisions through data-driven reporting, expert insights, and practical context.

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Non-citizens moving home in the US must report new address within 10 days

Failure to update USCIS records can mean missed immigration notices, delayed applications and problems receiving important documents.

Non-citizens moving home in the US must report new address within 10 days
Updated On : 16 Oct 2026 | 11:23 AM IST

WhatsApp 'No' fraud alert: 5 ways to protect your money from scammers

A fake debit alert can trigger panic and expose you to fraud. Know how to verify messages, protect your money and report cybercrime.

WhatsApp 'No' fraud alert: 5 ways to protect your money from scammers
Updated On : 16 Oct 2026 | 11:18 AM IST

EPFO extends PF filing deadline to Oct 31: What employees should check

Employers get 16 more days to file September PF returns after the wage ceiling revision. Here's what employees should check

EPFO extends PF filing deadline to Oct 31: What employees should check
Updated On : 15 Oct 2026 | 2:10 PM IST

UK visa curbs hit university offers: What prospective students must know

The UK has lowered its visa refusal threshold for universities to 5 per cent, raising concerns over admissions and recruitment of overseas students.

UK visa curbs hit university offers: What prospective students must know
Updated On : 15 Oct 2026 | 11:38 AM IST

SBI warns of 30% monthly return scams: 4 red flags investors must watch for

Fraudsters use fake testimonials, urgent deadlines and suspicious links to steal savings. Here is how to verify offers and stay safe.

SBI warns of 30% monthly return scams: 4 red flags investors must watch for
Updated On : 14 Oct 2026 | 2:23 PM IST

LIC's 3 new plans explained: Who can buy them and what do they offer

Plans cover retirement income, hospitalisation and cancer treatment. Here is what buyers should check before choosing one

LIC's 3 new plans explained: Who can buy them and what do they offer
Updated On : 14 Oct 2026 | 1:14 PM IST

Tax audit deadline extended to Oct 21: Who must file and what to check

Tax department campaign urges professionals with low filing levels to complete pending Form 3CD submissions within the revised timeline

Tax audit deadline extended to Oct 21: Who must file and what to check
Updated On : 14 Oct 2026 | 11:09 AM IST

Buying property in a relative's name? Check benami law impact, tax risk

A family purchase is not illegal but unexplained funds, ownership mismatches and benami law violations can lead to tax notices, penalties or confiscation

Buying property in a relative's name? Check benami law impact, tax risk
Updated On : 13 Oct 2026 | 4:08 PM IST

India-Switzerland mobility pact explained: Visas, work and study rules

Two agreements provide for multiple-entry visas of up to five years, renewable student permits and temporary work opportunities for eligible young professionals.

India-Switzerland mobility pact explained: Visas, work and study rules
Updated On : 13 Oct 2026 | 3:30 PM IST

US visa, green card applicants face new filing deadline rules from Oct 23

Some document filings retain a deadline extension, but online applications and age-based cut-offs get no extra time

US visa, green card applicants face new filing deadline rules from Oct 23
Updated On : 13 Oct 2026 | 12:32 PM IST

Jeevan Pramaan 2026: How pensioners can submit life certificate online

Pensioners aged 80 and above can apply now; others can submit from November 1. Check the steps, documents needed and deadline.

Jeevan Pramaan 2026: How pensioners can submit life certificate online
Updated On : 13 Oct 2026 | 11:31 AM IST

GST relief on group insurance: Will employees get higher health cover?

GST Council's ITC proposal could cut employers' insurance costs, but better coverage will depend on company and tax rules

GST relief on group insurance: Will employees get higher health cover?
Updated On : 09 Oct 2026 | 5:02 PM IST

EPF withdrawals before 5 years? How Form 121 changes TDS exemption claims

Members must check their service period, withdrawal amount and estimated annual income before filing the new declaration to avoid TDS on claims

EPF withdrawals before 5 years? How Form 121 changes TDS exemption claims
Updated On : 09 Oct 2026 | 4:31 PM IST

EV insurance claims cost 14% more, battery cover adoption hits 70%: Report

Monsoon claim costs average nearly Rs 65,000, while Tier-II cities report 33 claims per 100 insured EVs against 30 in Tier-I cities, Policybazaar data show.

EV insurance claims cost 14% more, battery cover adoption hits 70%: Report
Updated On : 09 Oct 2026 | 4:24 PM IST

Australian Opposition vows biggest immigration cut: What the plan proposes

The plan targets 650,000 fewer temporary visas in four years, caps student numbers at 240,000 and scraps post-study work visas

Australian Opposition vows biggest immigration cut: What the plan proposes
Updated On : 09 Oct 2026 | 1:21 PM IST

Major banks hike loan rates after RBI move: Check if your EMIs will rise

PNB, Bank of India and Bank of Baroda among lenders that have raised repo-linked lending rates

Major banks hike loan rates after RBI move: Check if your EMIs will rise
Updated On : 09 Oct 2026 | 12:21 PM IST

Can daughters lose property rights? Why Madras HC rejected sisters' claim

The sisters had a legal claim to their mother's property, but decades of silence and evidence of exclusion weakened their case before the court.

Can daughters lose property rights? Why Madras HC rejected sisters' claim
Updated On : 08 Oct 2026 | 5:20 PM IST

Aadhaar name change rules revised: Documents needed and changes allowed

UIDAI has split name changes into minor and major categories, with different proof, affidavit and Gazette requirements for each case.

Aadhaar name change rules revised: Documents needed and changes allowed
Updated On : 08 Oct 2026 | 5:14 PM IST

US plans $70,000 fee for students seeking jobs after graduation: Explained

Department of Homeland Security says proposal aims to curb fraud and misuse of OPT, as colleges and employers fear higher costs

US plans $70,000 fee for students seeking jobs after graduation: Explained
Updated On : 08 Oct 2026 | 12:50 PM IST

HDFC Bank cuts MCLR rates by up to 15 bps: Check impact on your loans

Decision covers all MCLR-linked tenures, but impact on interest rate and EMI will depend on benchmark and terms of a loan

HDFC Bank cuts MCLR rates by up to 15 bps: Check impact on your loans
Updated On : 08 Oct 2026 | 12:41 PM IST