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Now, Indians, 96 others can get Indonesia e-Visa on Arrival via VFS Global

The e-Visa on Arrival service will allow travellers to apply for their visa online, reducing time spent at the airport

PM Internship Scheme: Points to keep in mind after getting the offer letter

The internship scheme is focused on youth aged between 21 and 24 years mainly from poor and lower middle-class households

PNB asks some bond customers to visit bank branches, verify accounts

Instruction meant for customers of sovereign gold and RBI bonds in case of unclaimed interest or principal of more than six years

Pre-approved loans are easy but customers must choose options cautiously

Interest rates are a primary factor in deciding which loan to choose. Determine the exact loan amount you need based on your purpose

Limit small and medium Reit exposure at 5% till they develop track record

SM REITs are for investors looking to diversify

Visa fraud: Kerala govt forms task force to check illegal recruitment

In 2023 alone, the Kerala state police registered 795 cases related to visa fraud, revealing the extent of the problem

100 land deals in first 9 months of 2024, Delhi NCR leads with 32% share

According to the report, land deal volume in India surged by 65% Y-o-Y, reaching 1,700 acres dominated by 6 major Indian cities (Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune) in Jan-Sep'24

48% of equity MFs outperform benchmarks in Sept 2024, small-cap funds lead

In total, out of 284 equity mutual funds analyzed, 137 (or 48%) outperformed their respective benchmarks in September 2024.

Germany to offer 90,000 skilled visas for Indians each year amid crisis

Germany's decision comes as a response to its growing labour crisis, with an estimated 570,000 job vacancies across the country, according to the German Economic Institute

NPS account: Why you should make regular contributions, keep it active

If you do not meet the minimum requirements or submit the wrong documents, your NPS account can be frozen

Canada Express Entry: 648 invitations issued in province-specific draw

Candidates required a minimum Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of 791 to qualify

What are investors betting on? MF flows into consumption funds at 4-yr high

Sharp slowdown in Manufacturing, Infra & PSU fund flows, said Elara Securities in a note.

Rs 4 cr Thane flats: Oberoi Realty sells homes worth Rs 1348 cr in 3 days

The company launched the project 'Oberoi Garden City Thane' on October 18.

Make your investment portfolio more resilient by adding a quality fund

Investors are shifting from growth and speculative stocks towards quality stocks, which offer predictable earnings and tend to perform well in challenging market conditions

How Indian grads with US degrees get easier H-1B entry, but face lower pay

Indian students with degrees from US institutions generally find it easier to enter the job market. However, they may face slightly lower salaries

Now parents can claim TCS credits for children's foreign education

Parents can now directly claim TCS credits in their income tax returns, instead of relying on the original payer (e.g., the foreign educational institution) to provide the credit certificate

How to plan your finances for Dhanteras?

By blending tradition with smart financial planning, you can celebrate this auspicious occasion and strengthen your financial future

Housing sales in tier 2 cities down 13%, Bhubaneshwar sees worst decline

Dehradun saw maximum rise in sales at 47% while Bhubaneshwar and Chandigarh saw maximum decline in sales at 18% each.

At 5,253 Cr, Pune's stamp duty collections jump 38% in nine months of 2024

The city recorded 1,38,412 property registrations, marking a significant 29 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2023

'Choose France Tour 2024': A chance for Indian students to study in Europe

Currently, France is home to 250,000 international students, including 10,000 from India, according to official data