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Register alternate bank for trading as Paytm deadline nears, BSE warns investors

If you've been using your Paytm Payments Bank (PPBL) account for your trading activities, it's time to consider adding another bank account to your setup

Nifty 500 beats S&P 500, other leading global indices in last 10 yrs: study

Nifty 500, India's broadest index, outperformed most of the world's leading indices except the Nasdaq 100 over the last 10 years, according to the study by Motilal Oswal Asset Management Co.

What should you do if a credit card is issued without your consent?

Unsolicited Credit Card is a credit card issued without a specific written/digital request or an application therefor.

Yellow metal: Commit to minimum 7-year horizon after rally in gold

Buy in a staggered manner; rebalance if allocation exceeds 15%

Karnataka govt hikes dearness allowance for employees from 38.75% to 42.5%

The Karnataka government on Tuesday approved the revision of Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees from the existing 38.75 per cent to 42.5 per cent.

What are MF? What are the classifications within debt and equity funds?

Debt funds focus on generating income through fixed-income securities, while equity funds aim for capital appreciation by investing in stocks

Last-minute tax planning? Take a look at the best income tax saving schemes

Tax planning is your weapon to dodge tax bullets and boost your bank balance. The Income Tax Act offers numerous opportunities for your investments, savings, and expenses. Take a look at the schemes

Paytm Payments Bank: Services you can or can't use after March 15

As RBI deadline nears, take a look at the list of services that you can use on Paytm after March 15 and alternatives available to users

Another sectoral offering: HDFC MF launches Nifty Realty Index Fund

Sectoral funds carry higher risk, thus one could take controlled exposure to such funds

Explained: Big changes for SBI, ICICI, Axis, Yes Bank credit card users in March 2024

Major banks in India have recently announced changes to their credit card rules. If you rely on your credit card for daily purchases, travel perks, or managing your finances, here's what you must know

Nifty Next 50 outperforms all major indexes in Feb and is up 58.4% in a yr

In February 2024, the Nifty Next 50 index stood out as the top performer, boasting a remarkable growth of 6.7%.

Safe investment option: What is a fixed deposit; how does it work

An amount deposited with a bank or financial institution must not be withdrawn prematurely

Debt funds steal the show in Feb 2024, liquid funds get maximum inflows

Debt funds continue to see most of the action in the short end of the yield curve and markets are, perhaps, waiting for clarity on the direction of interest rates.

NSC or 5-year FD? Which is the better tax-saving investment option?

TDS is deducted on the interest earned on FDs. Even though FD provides a marginally higher interest rate, due to TDS deduction, the post tax returns may be lower.

Tax dept finds inconsistencies in transaction report of market entity

"Hence, the data on AIS (Annual Information Statement) will be updated. Taxpayers are advised to wait for further updates on AIS based on the revised statement," the I-T department said

File updated ITR before Mar 31 to reduce risk of scrutiny, penalties

ITR-U can be filed under specific conditions; can't be used to reduce tax liability

ITR-1, Sahaj: A simple guide to filing tax form for a financial year

Eligible taxpayers filing using this form typically derive income from various sources, including salary

Form 12BB: Know the rules for investment declaration tool used to save tax

Form 12BB plays a crucial role in streamlining the process of claiming tax deductions for employees

Tax proof, income overview: Why Form 16 is needed in financial planning

Form 16 is a document that gives details of your income and tax compliance, adding credibility to your financial standing when you approach a bank or non-banking financial company

Keep records, communicate: Dealing with unclaimed insurance policies

In numerous instances, members are unaware of the policy's existence, let alone its details