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You may have to pay more for ATM withdrawals as operators seek hike in fees

The Confederation of ATM Industry has approached the RBI to hike the ATM interchange fees by Rs 2

General Provident Fund interest rate announced for June quarter: Know more

General Provident Fund and other similar funds shall carry interest at the rate of 7.1% effective from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024

Tax law on assets abroad; heat shield at home: Top personal finance stories

This week we write about how to file tax returns for investments or income in foreign countries

Business and economic cycle funds: Dynamic style provides the edge

Business cycle funds invest in themes expected to do well over the medium to long term, such as digital businesses, prem­ium­isation of consumption, and urbanisation

Crop insurance: A crucial safety net for farmers against losses

Crop insurance can be availed by the farmers, including sharecroppers and tenant farmers, provided they are growing the notified crops in the area

77% low-income households saw no income increase in the past 5 yrs: Report

A Redseer survey on low to middle income households found that 65% respondents relied on family and friends for financial support, citing medical emergencies as a major cause for savings depletion

Last date to update Aadhaar details for free extended again. Check details

Free Aadhaar update: The government has extended the deadline for free Aadhaar updation from June 14, 2024

Mumbai, Delhi luxury home prices rise over 11% in 2024; Bengaluru drops

Mumbai recorded the third-highest Y-o-Y growth in prime residential prices globally

Canara Bank to HDFC Bank: Fixed deposit interest rates in one table

Indians' favourite investment option offers lucrative returns and stability

Compounding is in your interest: How to reinvest returns on your assets

Allowing returns to compound over time, investors can achieve their financial goals and secure a comfortable future

Fund review: DSP Small Cap Fund

Fund review: DSP Small Cap Fund

Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF): Check benefits and process to invest

Individuals working for companies that come under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation and have an EPF account are eligible to open a VPF account

Canada eases work permit rules for US H-1B visa holders: Details here

Family members of H-1B visa holder applicants who've already applied may be eligible to apply for temporary resident visa, study permit, open work permit

Loan facility mandatory for life insurance policies: All you need to know

As of now, it is mandatory for insurers to provide a loan facility against policies, helping policyholders meet their liquidity requirements

How to handle demands for outstanding dues on credit card that's not yours

Check your credit report, either monthly or quarterly, to stay informed about your credit transactions

Provident fund nomination: How it helps your family in getting pension

Members can now update their nominations online through the EPF members' portal

Should freelancers file Income Tax returns? Here's what the law says

Freelancing is treated as a business and profession, according to the taxation system

Geojit warns investors of fraudsters promising high returns, bogus schemes

Fraudsters are deceiving people with false promises of lucrative returns and bogus investment schemes in the stock market and mutual funds, as well as fake IPOs, Geojit Financial Services

Major changes made by regulator in general insurance: Check details

Insurers to settle claims within seven days and surveyors to submit reports within 15 days

50% assured pension for central govt staff under NPS: Proposal explained

Some 8.7 mn central, state government employees enrolled in NPS since 2004 could benefit