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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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Salary arrears increasing tax outgo? Experts explain how Form 39 may help

Taxpayers can mitigate the financial impact of delayed salary arrears by using the new Form 39 to reallocate income to previous years and reduce excess tax liability

Salary arrears increasing tax outgo? Experts explain how Form 39 may help
Updated On : 23 Apr 2026 | 4:33 PM IST

Migrant care workers face 15-year wait for UK residency under new plan

Migration crackdown may deepen care home staffing crunch, leave foreign carers in limbo and strain sector finances

Migrant care workers face 15-year wait for UK residency under new plan
Updated On : 23 Apr 2026 | 2:42 PM IST

Father has to support child despite loans, wife's income: Uttarakhand HC

Ruling clarifies that child welfare remains paramount, effectively narrowing the legal loopholes used to avoid maintenance payments

Father has to support child despite loans, wife's income: Uttarakhand HC
Updated On : 23 Apr 2026 | 2:39 PM IST

51% of young Indians want health insurance, 14% have policy: Report

A significant disconnect exists between the financial aspirations and actual coverage of young Indians, it says

51% of young Indians want health insurance, 14% have policy: Report
Updated On : 23 Apr 2026 | 12:49 PM IST

Property transfer to son? Experts explain why mutation alone is not enough

Why property transfer from father to son needs more than a name change

Property transfer to son? Experts explain why mutation alone is not enough
Updated On : 22 Apr 2026 | 5:19 PM IST

Republicans outline 3-year immigration crackdown plan in US Senate

US Senate Republicans push 3-year immigration crackdown plan: What it means for visas, students and Indian professionals

Republicans outline 3-year immigration crackdown plan in US Senate
Updated On : 22 Apr 2026 | 2:14 PM IST

Unauthorised credit card transaction? Steps to limit loss and recover money

Credit card fraud can strike anytime; here's how to act fast, secure your card, report the issue, and improve chances of recovery

Unauthorised credit card transaction? Steps to limit loss and recover money
Updated On : 22 Apr 2026 | 1:20 PM IST

Chennai Metro scraps CMRL travel card: What happens to your money on it

Chennai Metro moves to one-card system; what commuters must do to access and use remaining balance

Chennai Metro scraps CMRL travel card: What happens to your money on it
Updated On : 22 Apr 2026 | 1:15 PM IST

Delhi's pink smart card: How 5 lakh women are saving upto ₹2000 on travel

Over 5 lakh women now use Delhi's pink smart card, showing how free bus travel is easing monthly commute costs

Delhi's pink smart card: How 5 lakh women are saving upto ₹2000 on travel
Updated On : 22 Apr 2026 | 1:10 PM IST

Parking pitfalls in home buying: Why buyers must look beyond the flat

Don't wait till possession: Parking checks that can save money, avoid disputes, and prevent costly surprises later

Parking pitfalls in home buying: Why buyers must look beyond the flat
Updated On : 21 Apr 2026 | 4:51 PM IST

Signing a property deal? Key due diligence steps explained by experts

A step-by-step guide to verifying title, loans and lender clearances before signing a property deal, backed by expert advice

Signing a property deal? Key due diligence steps explained by experts
Updated On : 21 Apr 2026 | 2:58 PM IST

76% UK universities see drop in Indian enrolments as visa rules tighten

Survey flags 31% drop in overseas enrolments as UK tightens visa rules

76% UK universities see drop in Indian enrolments as visa rules tighten
Updated On : 21 Apr 2026 | 12:52 PM IST

PPF for children decoded: Limits, tax breaks, and withdrawal rules

Public provident fund for children explained: Account opening, Rs 1.5 lakh limit, tax benefits, withdrawal rules decoded

PPF for children decoded: Limits, tax breaks, and withdrawal rules
Updated On : 21 Apr 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

PAN rules explained: Here's when it's mandatory for your transactions

From opening bank accounts to buying property, here's where quoting PAN is compulsory under the current income tax rules

PAN rules explained: Here's when it's mandatory for your transactions
Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 4:51 PM IST

Finland's citizenship test plan explained: What changes for migrants

Finland's citizenship test plan explained: What changes, who it affects, and what applicants should expect from 2027

Finland's citizenship test plan explained: What changes for migrants
Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 3:08 PM IST

Missed tax break on property sale? ITAT allows Section 54 in reassessment

Missed Section 54 in original return? ITAT allows claim later, but conditions, timelines and documents matter

Missed tax break on property sale? ITAT allows Section 54 in reassessment
Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 12:14 PM IST

Bengaluru electricity bills to rise from May 1: How much more you'll pay

Bengaluru electricity bills to rise from May 1: Here's why costs are going up and how much extra consumers may pay over time

Bengaluru electricity bills to rise from May 1: How much more you'll pay
Updated On : 20 Apr 2026 | 12:09 PM IST

Nominee vs legal heir: Why your PF, gratuity may not go where you think

Nomination enables payout, but ownership follows the will or succession law, says expert

Nominee vs legal heir: Why your PF, gratuity may not go where you think
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 6:50 PM IST

Australian Oppn leader's visa crackdown plan alarms Indian students

Crackdown proposal on visa overstayers puts Indian students on alert over stricter rules and enforcement

Australian Oppn leader's visa crackdown plan alarms Indian students
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 4:15 PM IST

UP, Haryana raise minimum wages: Here's what changes, who benefits

Revised pay floors in the two states offer a vital financial cushion for millions of workers

UP, Haryana raise minimum wages: Here's what changes, who benefits
Updated On : 17 Apr 2026 | 2:49 PM IST