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Resolve your problems with the right RTI application

While such an application is only meant to give access to information, it often prompts officials to act on complaints

Cover for professional mistakes

Professionals such as lawyers, doctors and even architects are increasingly opting for indemnity insurance

Cutting back in a slowdown

Rising prices and reduced incomes take a toll on your finances. Here's how to tackle it

Gachibowli, Hyderabad: IT developments a great attraction

Watch the dollar like a hawk

If RBI does intervene, the impact on the stock market will be immediate

Chit fund probe panel invites complaints

650,000 persons were duped of Rs 4,375 crore between January, 2012 and June, 2013, by chit fund companies operating in Odisha

General insurers focus on retail, small towns to beat slowdown

Officials say that there is an increasing focus on renewal premium too

E-filing of I-T returns crosses 1-crore mark

Electronic filing has been made mandatory for assessees having net taxable above Rs 5 lakh from this year

Corporate earnings growth could slow

The market could end up trading at a lower PE on earnings growth decline

The three covers you must have

Accident, health and life insurance are essential for all

How to claim tax refunds

It is easiest to claim refund while filing returns. But if you have not done so, use Form 30

Film producers rush for media liability cover

With rise in litigtations prior to films releasing, industry experts say it is now crutial for companies to take up media liability policies

What not to do now

The rupee's fall and slowdown mean you should avoid certain sectors and invest in a staggered way

ICICI Prudential Life launches ICICI Pru Cash Advantage

Plan enables customers to plan long term financial goals while ensuring regular cash flow

India ranked lowest in basic money management skills

MasterCar survey says India still among bottom 5 in Asia-Pacific region. New Zealand retains its top ranking

Defend your portfolio against the rupee fall

The rupee's fall takes a toll on your investments in more ways than one. Here's how to protect yourself.

Exiting debt funds to hurt

With returns eroding, retail investors stand to lose. It's better to stick around for the entire tenure

Life insurers want service tax to be back at 1.5%

Separate category for pension products among suggestions by insurers to be presented to Shome forum

Interest rate cycle makes a U-turn

YES Bank raises base rate; HDFC Bank, Axis hike deposit rates

Deadline to file income tax returns extended to August 5

CBDT has also extended last date for residents of Uttarakhand to October 31 due to recent calamity