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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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Shopkeeper gets ₹141 crore tax notice: How PAN misuse can hurt you

Grocery shop owner in Bulandshahr alleges his PAN was misused to float shell firms in Delhi

Shopkeeper gets ₹141 crore tax notice: How PAN misuse can hurt you
Updated On : 01 Sep 2025 | 5:18 PM IST

CBDT eases black money rules: Why experts are calling it a pragmatic move

Taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets worth up to ₹20 lakh, excluding property, will not face penalty or prosecution under revised Black Money Act rules.

CBDT eases black money rules: Why experts are calling it a pragmatic move
Updated On : 01 Sep 2025 | 5:15 PM IST

Inherited property sale: The tax twist that saved crores in capital gains

A Bombay HC ruling shows how a wording gap in Section 54 once let a son reinvest gains from his mother's flat into seven homes, escaping over Rs 1 crore in tax, rules are stricter now.

Inherited property sale: The tax twist that saved crores in capital gains
Updated On : 01 Sep 2025 | 5:00 PM IST

Star Health, CARE, Niva Bupa record most policyholder complaints in FY24

Policyholder grievances against health insurers jumped 21.7% in FY24, with Star Health leading by a wide margin, followed by CARE and Niva Bupa, Ombudsman data shows.

Star Health, CARE, Niva Bupa record most policyholder complaints in FY24
Updated On : 01 Sep 2025 | 1:51 PM IST

From ITR filing to credit cards: Key money changes from September 1

From taxes to pensions and credit cards, here are the September rule changes that could affect your wallet

From ITR filing to credit cards: Key money changes from September 1
Updated On : 01 Sep 2025 | 1:36 PM IST

When a parent passes away, here's how their tax filing and refunds work

From filing the last return to claiming pending TDS, here's how families can manage a parent's tax matters after their passing.

When a parent passes away, here's how their tax filing and refunds work
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 4:44 PM IST

From bank details to e-verification, what really slows down your ITR refund

Expecting an ITR refund? Make sure your bank account is validated and your return e-verified, or you could face unnecessary delays.

From bank details to e-verification, what really slows down your ITR refund
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 4:38 PM IST

Rise of women investors: Zerodha sees their share climb to 30% in 10 years

Zerodha data shows women now form 3o% of its clients, up from just 3% in 2014, reflecting a steady shift in financial independence and equity market participation.

Rise of women investors: Zerodha sees their share climb to 30% in 10 years
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 3:47 PM IST

A frozen NPS account can derail your tax break: Here's why it happens

A frozen NPS account blocks contributions and tax perks, but reactivation is simple, here's the step-by-step process to get it back on track

A frozen NPS account can derail your tax break: Here's why it happens
Updated On : 29 Aug 2025 | 3:00 PM IST

Getting gifts at your child's wedding? It could trigger a tax headache

Wedding gifts are tax-free for the bride and groom, but not for their parents. They need to watch limits, paperwork and rules, or risk a surprise tax bill.

Getting gifts at your child's wedding? It could trigger a tax headache
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 5:11 PM IST

From PF passbook to pension claims: Here's how Umang app can help you

From checking PF balance to securing pension continuity, Umang brings key EPFO services to your phone

From PF passbook to pension claims: Here's how Umang app can help you
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 4:23 PM IST

Deadline that protects you from tax scrutiny: CA explains the rules

Returns filed before March 2019 are beyond the reach of fresh scrutiny, says Himank Singla

Deadline that protects you from tax scrutiny: CA explains the rules
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 4:10 PM IST

Car loan rates start at 7.6%: Check latest bank deals, estimated repayments

Car loan rates range 7.6% to 14.25% in August, with lowest EMIs near Rs 10,000 and some banks offering zero processing fees

Car loan rates start at 7.6%: Check latest bank deals, estimated repayments
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 4:09 PM IST

NRE vs NRO accounts: Tax, repatriation and income rules explained for NRIs

Financial service allows Indians living abroad to manage foreign earnings and Indian income

NRE vs NRO accounts: Tax, repatriation and income rules explained for NRIs
Updated On : 28 Aug 2025 | 1:19 PM IST

The tax bite on jackpots: What lottery and game show winners must know?

Winning crores feels thrilling, but taxes slash the prize sharply. Here's an explanation how TDS, surcharges and cess reduce your lottery or game show windfall

The tax bite on jackpots: What lottery and game show winners must know?
Updated On : 27 Aug 2025 | 4:55 PM IST

Filing taxes for first time? Step-by-step guide to register on I-T portal

Registering on the income tax e-filing portal is the first step to file your return. A quick look at the step-by-step process to get started online

Filing taxes for first time? Step-by-step guide to register on I-T portal
Updated On : 27 Aug 2025 | 3:17 PM IST

Looking for safe returns? Check limited period FD offering 7% till Sep

Special deposit schemes from SBI, Indian Bank and IDBI offer attractive rates, but the investment window is closing soon.

Looking for safe returns? Check limited period FD offering 7% till Sep
Updated On : 27 Aug 2025 | 2:19 PM IST

Zero depreciation cover may be the shield your car insurance misses

A zero depreciation add-on in car insurance can help you avoid hefty out-of-pocket repair costs by covering the full replacement value of parts, even after wear and tear

Zero depreciation cover may be the shield your car insurance misses
Updated On : 27 Aug 2025 | 2:11 PM IST

Delaying term insurance? Premiums jump nearly 50% in just five years

Buying term cover in your 30s instead of 20s can inflate costs steeply, with premiums rising up to 50% in five years and adding lakhs to your long-term outgo

Delaying term insurance? Premiums jump nearly 50% in just five years
Updated On : 26 Aug 2025 | 4:27 PM IST

HDFC Bank revises Imperia eligibility norms: New TRV rule from October

HDFC Bank has revised Imperia rules from Oct 1, 2025; customers can now qualify by maintaining ₹1 crore TRV at group level, alongside existing balance-based options

HDFC Bank revises Imperia eligibility norms: New TRV rule from October
Updated On : 26 Aug 2025 | 4:11 PM IST