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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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Railways to allow people to change travel dates without cancellation fee

Starting January 2026, passengers will be able to reschedule confirmed tickets by paying only the fare difference

Railways to allow people to change travel dates without cancellation fee
Updated On : 16 Oct 2025 | 2:13 PM IST

Minor kids earning money? Here's the tax rules parents should know

When a minor earns, tax liability isn't always obvious. Some income hits the child, some lands with the parent. Here's what you need to know.

Minor kids earning money? Here's the tax rules parents should know
Updated On : 15 Oct 2025 | 6:40 PM IST

Jeevan Pramaan 2025: Key dates to submit digital life certificate this year

Pensioners must submit their digital life certificate between Nov 1-30 to ensure a timely pension, with early submission from Oct 1 for those aged 80 and above

Jeevan Pramaan 2025: Key dates to submit digital life certificate this year
Updated On : 15 Oct 2025 | 4:27 PM IST

'Wealth whispers': Corporate exec explains how Rs 100 SIP changed his life

Patience, discipline and saving for the long term build financial stability, says Rishi Raj Arya

'Wealth whispers': Corporate exec explains how Rs 100 SIP changed his life
Updated On : 15 Oct 2025 | 3:17 PM IST

No-GST rule fuels 2.5x jump in term plans,2.2x surge in health cover demand

Tax reform expected to broaden insurance reach in the country, say experts

No-GST rule fuels 2.5x jump in term plans,2.2x surge in health cover demand
Updated On : 15 Oct 2025 | 12:30 PM IST

Insurance regulator seeks more measures to check fraud, improve security

Insurers must upgrade systems and board-approved processes by April 2026, says Irdai

Insurance regulator seeks more measures to check fraud, improve security
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 5:45 PM IST

Changing cities or banks? Here's how your PPF account can move with you

Step-by-step guide to transferring your PPF, who needs it, required documents, KYC and how the new branch completes the move, plus why and when to shift accounts

Changing cities or banks? Here's how your PPF account can move with you
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 4:14 PM IST

Revised CGHS rates come into effect: What beneficiaries need to know

Terms for healthcare provided to central government employees and pensioners updated

Revised CGHS rates come into effect: What beneficiaries need to know
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 12:41 PM IST

EPF settlement to take 12 months, pension withdrawal extended to 36 months

Workers changing jobs will now have to wait up to a year before they can withdraw their provident fund fully

EPF settlement to take 12 months, pension withdrawal extended to 36 months
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 12:36 PM IST

EPFO eases withdrawals: Members can tap 100% of eligible EPF savings

Thirteen rules for withdrawals consolidated to three, as pension manager announces several measures for liberalisation

EPFO eases withdrawals: Members can tap 100% of eligible EPF savings
Updated On : 14 Oct 2025 | 12:29 PM IST

Diwali gifts and shopping: What you can claim and what is taxable

Diwali Gifts Taxable: Here's a guide on which Diwali gifts and shopping expenses qualify for deductions and which don't

Diwali gifts and shopping: What you can claim and what is taxable
Updated On : 13 Oct 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Father's duty or moral choice? Court weighs in on adult kids'education cost

HC clarifies how long parents must financially support children, highlighting the line between legal duty and moral responsibility

Father's duty or moral choice? Court weighs in on adult kids'education cost
Updated On : 13 Oct 2025 | 4:28 PM IST

RBI's offline digital rupee is here: Pay with e₹ even without internet

RBI's offline digital rupee lets users pay with e₹ without internet, bringing cash-like convenience to remote areas and simplifying digital transactions

RBI's offline digital rupee is here: Pay with e₹ even without internet
Updated On : 13 Oct 2025 | 3:37 PM IST

That India Post parcel message on your phone? It's a scam, says PIB

PIB warns citizens against fake India Post parcel messages luring users to click on fraudulent links and share personal details. Here's how to spot and avoid this growing online scam

That India Post parcel message on your phone? It's a scam, says PIB
Updated On : 13 Oct 2025 | 12:14 PM IST

Gold vs silver ETFs or FoFs: How to choose the right route to invest

ETFs offer cost efficiency and real-time pricing, while FoFs bring convenience and simplicity. Experts explain how investors should pick between the two.

Gold vs silver ETFs or FoFs: How to choose the right route to invest
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 4:30 PM IST

Gold and silver surge: Know how ETFs are taxed before you invest in them

With gold and silver at record highs, understand how ETFs are taxed before making your move

Gold and silver surge: Know how ETFs are taxed before you invest in them
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 4:23 PM IST

SBI plans downtime on Oct 11: What to know about UPI, IMPS, NEFT pause

UPI Lite and ATMs will be available for transactions during planned maintenance

SBI plans downtime on Oct 11: What to know about UPI, IMPS, NEFT pause
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 4:06 PM IST

AI to IoT: How 4 new technology features will make UPI transactions easier

Central bank announces plan to improve steps to improve popular digital payments platform

AI to IoT: How 4 new technology features will make UPI transactions easier
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 1:50 PM IST

Hospital cash riders explained: Turning term insurance into living cover

Service offers daily payouts to cover income loss during hospitalisation

Hospital cash riders explained: Turning term insurance into living cover
Updated On : 10 Oct 2025 | 12:19 PM IST

Young, earning and healthy? Here's the right health cover for you

Experts break down how much cover young earners really need and how to strike the right balance so you don't overpay or, worse, stay underinsured when medical bills hit

Young, earning and healthy? Here's the right health cover for you
Updated On : 09 Oct 2025 | 5:00 PM IST