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'Visa at Your Doorstep': Here's how you can complete the process from home

Visa at Your Doorstep enables applicants to complete their visa application process from their homes or offices

Edinburgh to join growing list of cities introducing tourist tax: Know more

"Tourist tax" refers to a fee levied by local governments on visitors staying in paid accommodations such as hotels, hostels, and holiday rentals

India's office market set for record boom, Bengaluru and Hyderabad lead

The first half of 2024 recorded 41.9 msf of leasing, marking the highest leasing volume ever for the first half of any year. This represents 56% of the total gross leasing volume (GLV) for 2023.

67% of Indians revisit favourite global spots: Thailand & Vietnam top list

58% of repeat travellers have visited favourite destination between one to three times in the past decade

Is it a wise decision to bundle health and life cover plans?

Single policy reduces paperwork and simplifies premium payments

How will gold investments be taxed now? Which is the most tax-efficient?

For long-term investors, Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) held until maturity or sold to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) remain the best option. The gains are 100 per cent tax-free.

Rs 2 lakh KYC Update scam: What is it, how it happened and how to avoid it

KYC fraud is a type of scam where criminals impersonate bank officials or representatives to trick individuals into revealing their personal and financial information.

Airline lost your baggage? Know your rights and compensation claim

If you're concerned that airlines might lose your baggage, it's important to know your rights, insurance options, and DGCA rules

Got tax refund text? Verify source, don't divulge sensitive information

They sometimes misuse personal information collected during tax preparation, leading to identity theft or unauthorised financial transactions

Nithin Kamath warns investors against fake trading apps: How to stay safe

Zerodha CEO warns that these apps mimic leading broker interfaces and fool people with the idea of becoming rich quickly

April 2005-March 2024: How to turn monthly SIP of Rs 1,000 into Rs 17 lakh

The number of SIP accounts saw a significant 59% increase, growing from 5.28 crore to 8.4 crore between March 2022 and March 2024.

What are account aggregators, why do you need them, how do they work

The Account Aggregators framework gives you complete control over your financial data. You decide which entities can access your data, for how long, and for what purpose

Unified Pension Scheme Explained: How UPS, NPS, and OPS affect your pension

Unified Pension Scheme is set to be implemented from April 1, 2025, and is expected to benefit around 230,000 central government employees

International credit card use up 63% after Covid-19, overtakes debit cards

Data from the RBI shows international credit card spending rose 63 per cent from December 2022 to July 2024, while PPIs grew 53 per cent and debit card transactions increased by just 8 per cent

Where to buy real estate? Here are top 10 micro-markets for new supply

Dombivli, within MMR, emerged as the top micro-market with over 44,990 new units launched.

Best real estate deals: Dwarka Express in NCR sees 79% price surge in 5 yrs

Avg. prices increased from Rs 5,359 per sq. ft. in 2019 to over Rs 9,600 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.

Retired? DMRC is hiring with Rs 1.65 lakh salary: Here's what you must know

Delhi Metro is looking for candidates for the post of General Manager (Electrical)

Co-branded credit cards pip traditional cards:List of the most sought after

Co-branded credit cards (CBCCs) are rapidly outpacing traditional credit cards, driven by India's booming economy and shifting consumer preferences.

Are no-cost EMIs worth it? Key considerations before you opt in

Compare the EMI price with the regular cash price to ensure you're not overpaying on your no-cost EMI

Canada cracks down on foreign worker exploitation: New rules from Sept 26

The Temporary Worker Programme is meant to be a temporary solution for businesses that can't find qualified Canadian workers to fill job vacancies