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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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Allahabad HC ruling on EPFO higher pension may widen relief for retirees

Court rules that EPFO cannot deny higher pension benefits where contributions were made on actual salary basis

Allahabad HC ruling on EPFO higher pension may widen relief for retirees
Updated On : 13 May 2026 | 11:35 AM IST

IT form changes in FY26: Experts explain key updates taxpayers should know

Experts say the new FY26 income tax forms aim to make tax reporting more data-driven while tightening checks on mismatches and under-reporting.

IT form changes in FY26: Experts explain key updates taxpayers should know
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 5:15 PM IST

Planning a Bali workcation? Tourist visa rules are getting stricter

Indonesia is tightening tourist visa rules as influencers, digital nomads and remote workers come under scrutiny

Planning a Bali workcation? Tourist visa rules are getting stricter
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 3:05 PM IST

AU SFB hikes savings account interest rate to 6.75% on select balance slabs

Higher rate can improve returns on emergency funds but customers should consider other features of a saving account

AU SFB hikes savings account interest rate to 6.75% on select balance slabs
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

Railway pensioners get 2% hike in dearness relief: Know rise in benefits

Retrospective increase will raise monthly payouts for railway pensioners and family pensioners from January 1, 2026.

Railway pensioners get 2% hike in dearness relief: Know rise in benefits
Updated On : 12 May 2026 | 12:06 PM IST

Security deposit not refunded by landlord? Experts explain tenants' options

Experts say tenants can challenge unfair rental deposit deductions through legal notices, rent authorities and civil courts

Security deposit not refunded by landlord? Experts explain tenants' options
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 4:31 PM IST

Indian transgender with temporary visa elected to Scottish Parliament

The election of Indian-born Q Manivannan has reignited debate in the UK over whether temporary visa holders should hold public office

Indian transgender with temporary visa elected to Scottish Parliament
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 2:32 PM IST

Women's health claims jump 37% as maternity treatment costs rise: Report

Women above 35 now account for 18% of maternity claim costs as childbirth expenses rise sharply across India

Women's health claims jump 37% as maternity treatment costs rise: Report
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 1:32 PM IST

Form 26AS replaced by Form 168: Here's step-by-step process to download it

Under the Income Tax Act, 2025, Form 26AS has been replaced by Form 168, though many still call it 26AS/AIS

Form 26AS replaced by Form 168: Here's step-by-step process to download it
Updated On : 11 May 2026 | 12:23 PM IST

Living in a family home may not override sale deed: Delhi High Court

Court says woman cannot claim ownership as registered sale deed in brother's favour was never challenged

Living in a family home may not override sale deed: Delhi High Court
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 6:24 PM IST

Travel insurance policy sale up 22% as Indians tweak holiday plans: Report

Travellers shift toward short-haul Asian destinations and many skip UAE amid West Asia conflict

Travel insurance policy sale up 22% as Indians tweak holiday plans: Report
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 6:17 PM IST

Maharashtra revised NPS explained: Eligibility, pension and key rules

State govt employees have until Dec 31 to opt for revised pension scheme guaranteeing assured payout

Maharashtra revised NPS explained: Eligibility, pension and key rules
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 2:16 PM IST

New Zealand to make citizenship test mandatory from 2027: What to know

Online process likely to ask applicants questions about the country's history, governance system and civic responsibilites

New Zealand to make citizenship test mandatory from 2027: What to know
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 2:11 PM IST

New York expands restrictions on ICE despite warnings from Trump's camp

New York says it will protect immigrants while allowing action against 'violent' criminals amid new curbs on ICE

New York expands restrictions on ICE despite warnings from Trump's camp
Updated On : 08 May 2026 | 12:19 PM IST

How HC order to demolish illegal construction empowers apartment owners

Karnataka HC says fire safety cannot take a backseat, ordering demolition of illegal construction by builder in Bengaluru apartments

How HC order to demolish illegal construction empowers apartment owners
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 6:28 PM IST

NPS Sanchay simplifies pension investment for workers: Rules explained

New NPS Sanchay scheme aims to make retirement saving easier for informal sector workers; key rules explained

NPS Sanchay simplifies pension investment for workers: Rules explained
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 3:46 PM IST

Dreaming of a foreign degree? National Overseas Scholarship may cover costs

National Overseas Scholarship 2026 applications are open: Key dates, eligibility, documents, benefits explained

Dreaming of a foreign degree? National Overseas Scholarship may cover costs
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 3:03 PM IST

UP RERA caps apartment transfer fee for legal heirs at Rs 1,000: Details

Regulator slashes apartment-inheritance fees to Rs 1,000, ending arbitrary charges imposed by developers

UP RERA caps apartment transfer fee for legal heirs at Rs 1,000: Details
Updated On : 07 May 2026 | 12:25 PM IST

Rupee at record low: How it could hit your spending, travel, investments

Households face a double blow of rising import costs and increased expenses for foreign travel and education

Rupee at record low: How it could hit your spending, travel, investments
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 6:34 PM IST

Negligence claims can continue against heirs after doctor's death: SC

Top court clarifies patients can pursue claims against a deceased doctor's heirs, with liability capped at inherited assets

Negligence claims can continue against heirs after doctor's death: SC
Updated On : 06 May 2026 | 6:26 PM IST