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8th Pay Commission WhatsApp scam alert: Salary bait traps employees

Fake 8th Pay Commission salary links on WhatsApp may install malware and enable unauthorised bank withdrawals, government warns.

IOB launches online death claim portal: Here's how families can use it

Portal enables digital submissions for legal heirs and nominees, promising a 15-day turnaround and waiving third-party surety for claims up to Rs 15 lakh.

Delhi changes rules for ration card: Online-only process, Aadhaar mandatory

The move expands eligibility to families earning up to Rs 1.20 lakh annually while introducing stricter verification

Gold, silver slide after rally: Experts explain buy, hold or book profit

'Buy, hold or book profits should be based on allocation, not emotion,' say experts

FD left without a Will? Here's how children, grandchildren can claim money

Legal experts explain when children or grandchildren can inherit FDs, what nominees can do, and which documents banks will ask for

Aadhaar biometric lock explained: How it prevents biometric fraud

UIDAI's biometric lock feature lets users block fingerprint and iris authentication, adding an extra safety layer against Aadhaar-linked fraud and misuse

RBI plans KCC revamp with 6-year tenure and higher loan limits ahead

Draft norms propose standard crop seasons, tech spend cover and loan limits linked to scale of finance under Kisan Credit Card framework

Assam clears 8th pay commission: What it could mean for salaries, pensions

State panel to review pay, allowances and service conditions, revision may lift take-home pay and retirement benefits for employees and pensioners

RBI proposes to allow banks to lend to REITs, widening real estate funding

Move could widen funding options for income-generating real estate assets

Health insurance complaints rise 41% on claims disputes in FY25: Irdai

Regulator asks insurers to conduct 'root-cause analysis' of complaints and improve oversight of agents, brokers and digital channels

Home loans at 7-12% range after RBI rate hold: Check latest offers here

As RBI holds policy rates, the gap between floor and ceiling rates means a borrower's credit score and lender choice are now the primary drivers of long-term housing costs

Fixed deposit rates at 5-8% after RBI pause: Check latest offers here

Investors should act now to lock in high-yielding fixed deposits as central bank keeps interest rates at a peak before an expected cooling period

Budget 2026 land acquisition tax break: Experts decode gains and limits

Tax exemption on acquired land compensation gets legal clarity from April 2026; urban and non-farm plots also covered.

Travel insurance demand for overseas weddings up 27% in two years: Report

Indian families turning to disciplined financial planning for such events, it says

After repaying car loan, how to remove hypothecation in records online

Securing absolute ownership requires a formal update to the Vahan portal to prevent legal hurdles and insurance complications during future sales

Cancer treatment bills hit Rs 30 lakh, insurance cover falls short: Report

Medical inflation and prolonged, multi-stage care leave many Indian families underinsured, it says

Union Budget 2026: Are you eligible for standard deduction in FY27?

Standard deduction cannot be claimed on freelance, interest, rental or business income, say experts

Getting a bank locker? Here's everything to know before signing in

Bank locker safety is not absolute. Here's how costs, RBI rules and liability caps work before you store jewellery and key documents inside

Scrap yard or resale market? Know the best option for your vehicle

Scrapping incentives vs resale value- what really puts more money back in your pocket

More insurance policies, less panic? New study data shows a pattern

Study finds financial anxiety drops 6-7 points when families hold four or more insurance policies across income groups