Personal Finance
Bank locker risks: How to protect your valuables and avoid financial losses
A consumer commission ruling against Union Bank highlights how customers can protect locker valuables through proper documentation, surrender acknowledgements, insurance and timely complaints.
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Firecracker insurance this Diwali: What it covers, should you buy it?
Firecracker insurance for Diwali starts at Rs 11. Know what it covers, policy exclusions and whether your health insurance is enough
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Incorrect EPF details? Steps to fix name, DOB and job records online
EPFO allows members to correct errors in personal and employment records online. Here is how to update details, submit documents and track requests
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BSNL, MTNL VRS-2019: CBDT caps tax exemption at Rs 5 lakh for retirees
Employees who took voluntary retirement from the state-run telecom under a 2019 scheme cannot claim higher exemption available on retrenchment compensation
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Lucrative Diwali discount could be a scam? 5 ways fraudsters can cheat you
Fake discounts, phishing links and UPI fraud can put your festive shopping budget at risk. Here are five ways to protect your money and how cyber insurance can help
Air India loyalty points: Everyday shopping can pay for your next flight
Earned Maharaja Points can be redeemed towards Award Flights and Cabin Upgrades on Air India
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Gold vs silver this Dhanteras: How much should you hold in your portfolio?
Gold continues to maintain its appeal as a relatively defensive asset, while silver offers greater upside potential but carries a higher degree of volatility
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Actor Ajay Devgn buys 2-acre agricultural land in Karjat for Rs 1.6 cr
Ajay Devgn expands property portfolio with 2-acre Karjat land purchase
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Singer Sonu Nigam buys 3,055 sq ft Mumbai apartment for Rs 44.3 crore
The property is located on the 12th floor of Vartamaan, a residential building on Juhu Versova Link Road in Andheri West, formerly known as Mannat.
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How to ride out a two-year market slump without derailing long-term goals
Continue SIPs and diversify across domestic and international equities, gold and fixed income
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Fund Review: Franklin India Large Cap Fund
Fund Review: Franklin India Large Cap Fund
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Dhanteras 2026: Is gold's 30% correction a buying opportunity for you?
Gold at Rs 1.4 lakh ahead of Dhanteras: Why Monarch sees long-term value
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The price of artistry: Indian craft claims its rightful place in luxury
From handwoven textiles to bespoke decor, homegrown craftsmanship is stepping into high-end retail - raising questions about how its true value is calculated and whether Indian buyers are ready to pay
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GPF disbursal rules clarified: Who gets a deceased govt employee's money
The government has reiterated that eligible family members get priority over outsiders in GPF claims, with specific exclusions for adult sons and married daughters
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Silver on Dhanteras: Prices down 50% from peak, should investors buy now?
Silver's sharp correction has revived investor interest but experts are divided on its portfolio value, risks and the right way to invest
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Home loan rates of various lenders in early Nov explained in one table
State-owned banks continue to hold the competitive edge for cost-conscious borrowers
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India plans visa overhaul, cuts categories from 13 to nine: Details
The Home Ministry will also reduce visa sub-categories from 49 to 23 and remove 70 per cent of fields from application forms to make the process simpler
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India's young aren't splurging: 87% would save or invest a windfall
Mutual funds and bank FDs emerge as the most preferred investment choices, while 87% say they would save, invest or repay debt with an unexpected windfall
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Medical costs in India to rise 10.1% in 2027, double inflation rate: Aon
Cardiovascular disease, ENT/lung disorders and cancer remain leading drivers of medical claims
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US 'Blue Tsunami': 5 ways Trump's setback could impact investment portfolio
The midterms outcome probably will not change the tariff structure much, but it will change Trump's incentives: fewer new escalation tools, more pressure to deliver consumer affordability, and deals
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