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Making your list for shopping fests? Try these tricks for better discounts

Besides some smart tricks that you can employ, there are several online services to make you a savvy shopper

Use LAP when you need a bigger loan as govt banks offer better rates

Here's how loan against property rates offered by various banks stack up

Stick to defensives: Investors should hunt for large-cap funds, say experts

Mutual fund investors, especially those who came in during the recent bull run, need to remember that such downturns are part and parcel of equity investing

Don't wait till the eleventh hour, book your travel tickets early

While Friday to Mondays are the busiest travel days, booking tickets midweek can help in securing a good deal

G-secs: A decent investment option provided you hold till maturity

The flip side is that while they shield you from credit risk, they aren't tax-efficient and are prone to interest-rate volatility

Here are the options for cryptocurrency users after exchange shuts down

Those with funds in the wallet need to wait indefinitely. Cryptocurrencies, however, can still be traded on exchanges

Fund pick: HDFC Top 100

Fund pick: HDFC Top 100

Ind vs WI 1st Test Day 1 Scoreboard

Ind vs WI 1st Test Day 1 Scoreboard

Real estate hotspot: How Kolkata's EM Bypass has come to be an IT-ITeS hub

In addition to the continuous physical infrastructure upgrades, such as ongoing metro and BRTS network, EM Bypass is well-equipped with social infrastructure

Confused about income tax on gold loan? Here's your complete taxation guide

One capital asset for computing capital gains under Section 45 of the Income-Tax Act includes jewellery, ornaments made of gold, etc

Tipping Point: Will returns from gilt funds continue to be subdued?

As interest rates are expected to rise further, they are not an attractive investment avenue currently

Looking to invest in MFs? Try tax-efficient mixed Indo-global funds

Pure international funds ensure that you get the type and quantum of exposure you desire

Right to use your own data?

Whether the customer prefers convenience over data privacy, or vice-versa, the system should allow him to exercise choice

Should you participate in a buyback? Here are the reasons why you should

If the prospects of a company buying back shares are not as bright as they used to be, and the premium is attractive, you should tender your shares

West Indies tour of India: India vs West Indies 1st Test Scoreboard

West Indies tour of India: India vs West Indies 1st Test Scoreboard

Here's how to spot a ponzi scheme instantly and avoid becoming a victim

When a company offers 20-50% interest income on investments, it is a sign to stay away

All you need to know about NRO and NRE deposits held by an NRI

Let's understand these two accounts and their characteristics in detail

At risk of cancer, heart attack? Disease-specific policies your best bet

The main reason for buying disease-specific policies is that they come with an assured sum of a higher range

Here's how you can benefit from fellow investors' wisdom in angel networks

A novice investor can profit from the diverse perspectives and expertise of group members evaluating a deal along with him, and thereby make better investment choices

Want better returns? EPFO panel pitches for long-term investment in stocks

The panel has recommended that the EPFO should invest in Exchange Traded Funds for a long tenure of five years to ten years to get higher returns