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Pensioners to lose DA and pay benefits? Govt fact-checks viral message

Only a specific PSU-related rule was amended; regular pensioners face no impact, says PIB's fact-check team

SBI mCASH to shut down on Nov 30: How customers can send money after that

As mCASH shuts down, SBI urges customers to move to secure, widely used payment modes

From Nvidia to TSMC, world's chasing AI, India isn't - and that may pay off

Some AI-focused stocks have seen some selling in past one month

Pension alert: Jeevan Pramaan Patra deadline and download process explained

As the digital life certificate deadline nears, here's a step-by-step guide on how to download a digital copy of your Jeevan Pramaan Patra, the last date, and other relevant information

Digital life certificate rejected? Here's why it happens and how to fix it

From mismatched Aadhaar details to weak fingerprints, several issues can stall your pension

AI frenzy peaks! After a yr of outflows, FPIs poised to re-enter India

With nominal GDP bottoming and SMID caps showing stronger correlation to nominal growth recovery, India is well-positioned to benefit from sector rotation once global AI momentum cools.

Insurers mull premium hike as claims mount due to rising air pollution

Health insurers are weighing 10-15% premium hikes and city-based pricing as pollution-linked claims rise sharply across metros, driven by increasing health complications and higher medical costs

Partial hospital bill payout: Boost policy cover to secure full claims

In particular, avoid room rent caps that lead to proportionate deduction

Maharashtra's Ladki Bahin Yojana: Eligibility, e-KYC process explained

State is completing verification checks for scheme that provides Rs 1,500 monthly to eligible women

Car loan rates start at 7.60% in Nov: Top lenders offer and EMIs

Borrowers face a 7.60% to 14.25% rate spread, with public banks leading the low-cost options

Infosys share buyback: Nithin Kamath, other experts explain tax impact

Investors must not treat buyback proceeds the same way as capital gains from selling shares on exchange, they say

New rule for joining NPS: Corporate pension choice will need mutual consent

Regulator brings sharper checks and shared decision-making to joining scheme

₹55,263 avg claim cost as pollution hospitalisations rise, kids make up 43%

Post-Diwali Illness Spike: Pollution-Related Claims Up 14%, Children Worst Affected

Kotak Multicap Fund doubles investor wealth in 4 years; AUM crosses ₹20K cr

The fund follows a dynamic fund investing across large, mid, and small caps, allocating 25-50% to each market segment. It invests in sectoral leaders, with a special emphasis of investing in companies

Rich IPO valuations: Track post-listing performance before investing

Better price points, aligned to fundamentals, tend to emerge once the initial hype fades

Registering property does not prove ownership, verify title before purchase

Lawful possession and an unbroken, valid chain of documents are other pre-requisites before registering a property, else ownership may not be guaranteed

What are the best FD rates available for senior citizens from lenders?

Senior citizens typically get a marginally higher rate of interest for fixed deposits, which are a low-risk, but lower-return, investment vehicle

Love takes flight: Indian honeymooners increasingly look beyond symbolism

From classic favourites like Maldives and Paris to emerging hotspots like Vietnam and Norway, couples are seeking honeymoons that blend luxury, culture, and authentic experience

SPARSH portal for defence pensioners: Here's how to get your PPO online

The Defence Ministry's digital pension platform lets retirees access, view, and download their Pension Payment Order with just a few clicks.

Decoded: How the 8th Pay Commission could change govt pay and pensions

As the 8th Pay Commission begins work, here is how it will review salaries, allowances and pensions, and why its recommendations could reshape government finances and employee welfare