Personal Finance

Choosing a balanced advantage fund? Look beyond returns to strategy, risk

Balanced advantage funds are raising equity exposure, but investors must assess allocation models, portfolio risks and downside protection-not just past returns

AI can build your financial plan: What exactly are you paying your CFP for?

As technology takes over data-heavy tasks, veteran professional explains why certified financial planners are irreplaceable

Man evicted for neglecting parents: Can he still inherit their property?

Eviction, ownership and inheritance are separate legal issues. Here is what parents and children need to know

Axis Bank's safety tool: Set UPI limit, declare overseas travel before trip

The Bank has introduced the launch of its Industry-First UPI Limit Management feature and International Travel Declaration capability as part of the Bank's broader Safe Banking proposition

NPS rules changed: PFRDA orders scheme revamp, new risk categories

Pension funds must align existing offerings with a common framework, while subscribers could see scheme mergers, restructuring and clearer disclosures

19,000 UHNIs today, 25,000 by 2031: India's family office boom has begun

Rs 70,000 Crore Wealth Pool, 1.5X Growth: India's Family Offices Enter Next Phase

Bank holidays in September 2026: Check the complete list for this month

In September 2026, banks in India will mark holidays for regional celebrations, as per the RBI calendar. Customers must confirm local bank timetables before visiting

High-yield bonds: Understand risks before chasing double-digit returns

High-yield bonds can offer double-digit returns, but investors must weigh default, credit, liquidity and concentration risks before chasing higher yields

Redeveloping your housing society? 5 checks before choosing a builder

Ageing housing societies can unlock significant value through redevelopment, but title, approvals, member rights, costs and delays need careful scrutiny first

September tax calendar: Key TDS, advance tax and tax audit deadlines

September has key tax compliance dates for TDS, advance tax and audit reports. Here are the deadlines taxpayers should track

Financial changes from September 1: ITR, LPG e-KYC, fuel prices and more

From tax filing to LPG verification and fuel prices, these deadlines and changes could affect your household budget

Gold could hit $5,600, silver $120 by year-end in bull case: Monarch PMS

Gold seen at $4,300-$4,700, silver at $70-$85 by year-end in base case, bull case pegs gold at $5,600, silver $120 by year-end

84.7 acres acquired, Rs 12,000 crore GDV: Max Estates makes its Delhi debut

Max Estates Enters Delhi With 84.7 Acres, Eyes Rs 12,000 Crore Development Opportunity

Buying property? Mutation of ownership alone does not prove title

Trace the title chain, check encumbrances and verify every owner's right to sell before buying a property; mutation, tax records and possession alone do not establish ownership

DHL Supply Chain inks Rs 56 lakh per month lease for Bengaluru facility

2.4 Lakh Sq Ft, Rs 56.4 Lakh Monthly: DHL's New Bengaluru-Area Logistics Lease

Gold surge: Should you invest, book profits or rebalance your portfolio?

Avoid chasing the rally; stagger fresh investments and rebalance if gold exceeds your target allocation

Tax notice after death: Can legal heirs be asked to pay the dues?

A taxpayer's death does not end pending tax matters. Here is what heirs need to know about notices, returns, dues and inherited assets

HDFC Bank, Federal Bank hike FD rates: Senior citizens can earn up to 7.20%

HDFC Bank has raised its senior citizen FD rate to 7.10%, while Federal Bank now offers up to 7.20% on select tenures

NRI pensioners face Jeevan Pramaan hurdles abroad: What they can do

Those unable to complete digital life certificate verification can use alternative routes through banks, authorised agents or Indian missions

18% Nifty earnings growth beats estimate; Motilal holds 50% mid-small bet

FII selling ends, Nifty tops 24,000: Motilal Oswal keeps 50% mid-small cap allocation