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India's shift to transition economy needs financing for equitable growth

A large migration to cities will require focus on urban development

As regulatory regime tightens in country, fintech has a long march

Pressure is mounting on companies to get cracking on corporate governance with top-class independent directors on their boards

Arbitrage funds: Returns likely to be healthy in rising or volatile markets

Excess funds chasing arbitrage opportunities may, however, reduce potential returns

Cross-check with multiple lenders for accurate valuation of gold loan

For fairer assessment, select a lender that uses an external assayer

Interest rates on small savings schemes remain unchanged for Q1FY25

The interest rates for popular PPF and savings deposits too have been retained at 7.1 per cent and 4 per cent, respectively

Unclaimed insurance, first market investment: Top personal finance stories

Our top stories this week explain why you should keep a record of your insurance policies and how to start with mutual fund investments

PFRDA Chairperson launches mobile app for financial inclusion, boost NPS

The app offers seamless access to NPS to a wider subscriber base, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) said in a statement

Cabinet okays DA hike by 4 percentage points for central govt employees

'This increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission,' the government said in a statement

Why women's retirement, financial planning must differ from men's

Save diligently to counter the impact of career breaks, establish emergency fund to avoid touching the retirement portfolio

Centre hikes dearness allowance to 50% of basic pay for its employees

The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief would be Rs 12,869 crore per annum

Fund pick: Franklin India ELSS Tax Saver

Fund pick: Franklin India ELSS Tax Saver

Car loan rates, terms and processing fees explained in one table

Processing fees and rules of top lenders listed to help you make a decision

23% of salaried women in India perceive gender pay gap at workplace: Survey

The report is based on a survey of over 800 salaried and self-employed women across 10 cities in India.

What to do, what to avoid in your first equity mutual fund investment

A conservative approach, diversified portfolio and don't be discouraged by setbacks in the market

In charts: Out of 472 mutual fund managers in India, only 42 are women

While there has been a steady increase in the number of fund managers as compared with the 428 seen last year, the number of women fund managers has been static.

Explained: You can choose your own credit card network from 6 September

The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday issued guidelines aimed at simplifying the process for customers to select credit cards.

PNB ties up with EaseMyTrip to launch travel credit card: Key features

With a joining fee of Rs 2,000, this card offers many benefits like free lounge access, cashback, and discounts on EaseMyTrip bookings. Recently, AU Bank also introduced the ixigo AU Bank Credit Card

Starting an FD? Here are the top rates offered by private and public banks

Navigating fixed deposit options: A comprehensive guide to top rates across different banks

FD or SCSS? Best low-risk investment options for senior citizens

Some of the popular investment options are fixed deposits and recurring deposits. These are one of the most common types of investment for retired individuals.

Work-life balance, home ownership, travel among top goals for women: survey

The study revealed that providing financial security for family is the top life goal, with 71 per cent women prioritizing it.