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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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UPI goes live in Qatar, starting with duty-free stores at Hamad airport

With Qatar Duty Free onboard, UPI expands abroad, offering Indians cashless payments on overseas trips.

UPI goes live in Qatar, starting with duty-free stores at Hamad airport
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 5:04 PM IST

Central govt employees opting for UPS to get NPS tax perks: Details

Unified Pension Scheme mirrors National Pension System's tax benefits; employees have time till Sept 30 to make switch

Central govt employees opting for UPS to get NPS tax perks: Details
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 4:24 PM IST

Home loan rates: PSU banks' rates cheaper, private lenders start at 7.70%

Private banks are typically quicker in deciding about loan applications and may offer loan bundled packages

Home loan rates: PSU banks' rates cheaper, private lenders start at 7.70%
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 3:24 PM IST

Festival season car loans: Banks trim rates, some drop processing fees

State-owned banks' offers start at 7.6%, while private lenders mostly price loans near or above 9%

Festival season car loans: Banks trim rates, some drop processing fees
Updated On : 25 Sep 2025 | 2:46 PM IST

Insurance complaints up 45% in Q2 2025, most about health policies: Report

Younger customers most active in disputing claims and policies, says Insurance Samadhan

Insurance complaints up 45% in Q2 2025, most about health policies: Report
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 5:59 PM IST

No updates, no refunds: Experts explain what's causing ITR delays

Compliance mismatches and backend slowdowns are keeping refunds stuck, taxpayers advised to be proactive

No updates, no refunds: Experts explain what's causing ITR delays
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 5:57 PM IST

Loan foreclosure decoded: How it shapes your credit score and finances

The step will improve savings but impact on credit scores depends on the loan and the lender's rules

Loan foreclosure decoded: How it shapes your credit score and finances
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 3:57 PM IST

Indian techie earning ₹16L at US fintech denied B2 visa for NYC travel

Software engineer's Reddit post draws comments on the likely reasons her B2 Visa application was rejected

Indian techie earning ₹16L at US fintech denied B2 visa for NYC travel
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 1:42 PM IST

CGHS cover extended to dependent transgender kids, siblings: Details here

Dependent transgender children of central government employees will have no age limit to avail of health coverage

CGHS cover extended to dependent transgender kids, siblings: Details here
Updated On : 24 Sep 2025 | 1:14 PM IST

PhonePe offers firecracker insurance for Rs 11 ahead of Diwali celebrations

Policy will provide cover of up to Rs 25,000 for accidents and can be purchased 'under a minute' on fintech company's app

PhonePe offers firecracker insurance for Rs 11 ahead of Diwali celebrations
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 6:21 PM IST

Bengaluru techie gets US' O-1 'Einstein visa' after three rejections

Software engineer says his focus on skill, research and persistence helped him win coveted visa

Bengaluru techie gets US' O-1 'Einstein visa' after three rejections
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 4:38 PM IST

Reits as equity: What this now means for your investment portfolio

From niche hybrid to equity mainstream, Sebi's move makes Reits an active part of retail investors' portfolios

Reits as equity: What this now means for your investment portfolio
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 4:07 PM IST

'Scams, spam': Nithin Kamath's post sparks debate on mistrust in insurance

Problem is in products, processes and people 'being abandoned' when they want insurance most, say people

'Scams, spam': Nithin Kamath's post sparks debate on mistrust in insurance
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 3:53 PM IST

New UPI transaction rules from Nov 3: Here's what changes for users, banks

Processes will speed up payments and streamline refunds without altering settlement timelines

New UPI transaction rules from Nov 3: Here's what changes for users, banks
Updated On : 23 Sep 2025 | 12:31 PM IST

IT stocks under pressure? How Trump's $100K H-1B fee may hit your portfolio

Trump's $100K H-1B visa fee may shake IT stocks, but experts say long-term investors need not panic

IT stocks under pressure? How Trump's $100K H-1B fee may hit your portfolio
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 4:43 PM IST

Tax audit guide for businesses and professionals:Rules, limits and pitfalls

As tax filing deadlines for audit cases approach, experts break down who is at risk of a tax audit, common misconceptions, and tips to stay compliant

Tax audit guide for businesses and professionals:Rules, limits and pitfalls
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 4:11 PM IST

Ladki Bahin Yojana: e-KYC mandatory within 60 days, here's how to do it

Ladki Bahin Yojana Installment: Women receiving ₹1,500 monthly under Ladki Bahin Yojana must complete e-KYC online within 60 days to continue getting benefits smoothly

Ladki Bahin Yojana: e-KYC mandatory within 60 days, here's how to do it
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 3:06 PM IST

GST 2.0: Big relief for commuter bike buyers, premium ones get pricey

Commuter bikes, scooters see ₹10k-₹25k price drops; Himalayas, KTM, Triumph get costlier by ₹20k-₹33k

GST 2.0: Big relief for commuter bike buyers, premium ones get pricey
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 1:40 PM IST

GST 2.0 live: Here's how much you can save on India's top-selling cars

Buyers can save ₹50,000 to over ₹2 lakh, depending on the model. Check which cars are cheaper

GST 2.0 live: Here's how much you can save on India's top-selling cars
Updated On : 22 Sep 2025 | 1:31 PM IST

UPS option for govt staff: Offline submission open amid online glitches

Pension regulator urges earlier submissions amid reports of website glitches

UPS option for govt staff: Offline submission open amid online glitches
Updated On : 19 Sep 2025 | 4:36 PM IST