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Consider corporate fixed deposits if you want to boost your returns

If you are a conservative investor who invests primarily in bank fixed deposits but wants to boost your returns by 1-2 percentage points, consider investing in a corporate fixed deposit

Fund review: Franklin India Mid Cap Fund

Fund review: Franklin India Mid Cap Fund

Bank holidays in May 2026: Check complete list, state-wise closures here

According to the RBI, banks will stay closed for 12 days out of the 31 days in May 2026. These include weekends, festivals, and regional holidays, so it is advisable to check before heading out

Fixed deposits offer up to 8.1% interest: Check best offers across lenders

Small finance banks and NBFCs are leading the rate cycle, while PSU banks remain steady

70% Indians say retiring financially secure is 'unachievable': Report

Holidays take precedence over pensions, marking growing tension between lifestyle and long-term security goals

ETF inflows hit record ₹1.8 lakh cr-More than half goes to gold and silver

Gold Over Stocks? ₹99,000 Crore Flows into Commodity ETFs in FY26

Senior citizen fixed deposit rates at 8.3%: Check top offers by lenders

Small finance banks and NBFCs outpace major retail banks to attract retirement savings with premium interest offerings

Lost your luggage? This ₹1.19 lakh IndiGo case shows you can fight back

A detailed order from a Jammu & Kashmir consumer court has laid out exactly how a routine baggage loss turned into a ₹1.19 lakh compensation ruling against IndiGo

Lost an old PF account? EPFO's new portal may help you reclaim your money

The portal, E-PRAAPTI, will provide a streamlined Aadhaar-based authentication mechanism that will enable a member to access an old EPF account,

Mid, smallcap fund recovery may not sustain; experts urge cautious moves

New investors should enter only if they have the required investment horizon and risk appetite, not merely because these funds have rallied

No paperwork for NPS retirees' medical allowance: New rules explained

Automated mechanism replaces manual bill submissions with direct bank credits, ensuring seamless quarterly payments for beneficiaries

EPFO replaces Form 15G/15H with 121: What it means for withdrawing money

EPF TDS exemption moves to Form 121, allowing simpler filing process but with stricter data checks and verification norms

Buying a pre-owned Rolex or Omega? The risk most luxury watch buyers ignore

71% of pre-owned luxury watch retailers surveyed reported being approached several times a week with watches believed to be stolen

Income Tax return 2026: ITR-4 rule change, investment disclosure explained

Small businesses and freelancers opting for presumptive taxation must now declare fixed deposits, equity, mutual fund holdings

Global VC hits all time high, but driven by just a handful of mega AI deals

AI Boom Fuels Record $330 Billion Venture Capital Surge in Q1 2026

Inside India's growing Dabba Trading Scam-and why investors are at risk

Easy Money Trap: NSE Warns Investors Against Telegram and WhatsApp Trading Schemes

Investing globally through GIFT City: Experts explain advantages, risks

While GIFT City simplifies international diversification, investors must still navigate the $250,000 annual LRS limit and its associated tax collection hurdles.

NSC holds at 7.7% for June quarter, stays ahead of most 5-year FDs

With sovereign backing and Section 80C benefits, the scheme remains a primary choice for risk-averse investors

India's rich are spending like never before-And the numbers are staggering

From ₹10 Lakh Earners to ₹6 Lakh Monthly Spenders: Inside India's Affluent Explosion

No more OTP stress? Flipkart's Face ID payments could change how you shop

Users can authenticate transactions using their fingerprint or Face ID on supporting Android and iOS devices, eliminating the need for a one-time password (OTP)