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Why banking and financial services funds are seen as a good long-term bet

The BFSI space offers a broad mix of segments

What are the best term insurance plans for you? Best premium rates here

If you are earning and have dependants, it's essential to buy a term insurance plan

Scheme for affordable plots near Jewar Airport & Noida: Here's how to apply

Registration open from April 21 to May 21, 2025; as many 276 plots available for allocation through draw by YEIDA

New ITR forms for AY 2025-26 make filing taxes easier for small investors

Salaried taxpayers and small investors can now file simpler Sahaj and Sugam forms if LTCG from listed securities is up to Rs 1.25 lakh

Too hot to handle? Dive into a frozen dessert to beat this summer heat

Frozen treats aren't just a dessert - they are a cooling ritual especially during the blistering heat of Indian summers from April through June

Fund review: ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund

Fund review: ICICI Prudential Short Term Fund

May 2025: Key finance updates that could affect your wallet every day

New interest rates on fixed deposits come in; PF withdrawals become easier

May 2025 tax filing & compliance deadlines: What's due, when, and by whom

From TDS/TCS filings to Form 61A/B submissions: know what's due, when, and who must act. Stay compliant to avoid penalties

Bengaluru's Rs 10 cr+ home market hits Rs 1,000 cr sales milestone in FY25

The Rs 10-Rs 12 crore price bracket saw the highest sales, with demand coming largely from CXOs, startup founders, high net-worth individuals (HNIs), and globally mobile Indians.

Mumbai property registrations hit 7-year April high, avg price is Rs 1.6 cr

Jan. to April saw record 52,896 property registrations in Mumbai, against 48,819 in corresponding period in 2024 - up 8% annually

Gold prices could swing between 7% decline and 20% gain in FY26

SmartWealth.ai's analysis reveals that gold has delivered a 12.3% CAGR over the past 10 years (2016-2025), nearly catching up with the Nifty50's 11.4% CAGR over the same period.

Alkem Lab's Sarvesh Singh buys duplex on Mumbai's Carter road for Rs 174 cr

The sea-facing duplex is spread across 12,148 square feet and occupies two entire floors.

Life insurance covers death caused by terrorist attacks, with riders

Everyone with financial dependants should purchase life insurance. Individuals residing in sensitive or high-risk areas should make it a priority to buy this policy at the earliest

ATM withdrawals to cost more after free limit from May 1

From May 1, ATM withdrawals beyond free limits will cost ₹23 per transaction, as RBI hikes the cap on bank charges.

EPFO makes pension claims smoother: 5 updates you should know about

IT upgrades and simpler process leads to 'less paperwork, faster processing' of claims

Govt notifies ITR forms; LTCG up to Rs 1.25L allowed under ITR-1, ITR-4

ITR forms 1 and 4 for assessment year (AY) 2025-26 are to be filed by individuals and entities with total income of up to Rs 50 lakh a year

SBI General launches custom home insurance: How it compares to others

SBI General Flexi Home Insurance lets you customize coverage for fire, theft, valuables & more, with a one-time premium for up to 20 years. Tailored protection for owners & tenants alike

Physical or digital, why gold always glitters for Indian investors

Indians continue with 'safe haven' investment, physical or digital, as financial awareness grows

Paid EMIs but got no home? SC steps in to probe builder-bank scams in NCR

The Supreme Court has ordered a CBI investigation into builder-bank frauds affecting homebuyers in NCR, particularly focusing on stalled housing projects and failed subvention schemes.

In tech GCCs, gender pay gap jumps from 4% at entry to 16% at senior level

BFSI GCCs: Average gender pay gap is 26.3%; it spikes to 30% in tech roles and 23.8% in senior positions.