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Senior living rents touch ₹1 lakh, retirement homes valued at $8.4 billion

Notably, 34% of upcoming projects are in Tier 2 cities like Coimbatore, Vadodara, and Goa-emerging as the next senior living hubs.

Understand the legal and financial implications before gifting property

A registered gift deed transfers property ownership permanently and cannot be revoked unilaterally, unless specifically stated-donors and donees must plan with caution

Monsoon damage: what home and car insurance actually cover

As rains bring flooding and waterlogging, know what your policy includes, what it doesn't, and the add-ons you may need to avoid costly repairs.

Changing details on e-filing portal? Here's how to e-verify them easily

Have you updated your mobile, email or bank details on the income tax portal? Complete e-verification quickly to avoid delays in refunds and important tax alerts.

Fake tax deductions: What taxpayers must know as I-T Dept launches raids

Taxpayers flagged for bogus political donations risk scrutiny and penalties; experts advise keeping records and consulting professionals despite new Al tools.

Airport boom fuels property surge: Plot prices jump nearly 118% in 4 years

In airport-led micro-markets such as Yamuna Expressway, Panvel Region, North Bengaluru, and South Hyderabad, property prices have surged by 69%-90% between FY 2021 and FY 2025.

Groww rolls out BSE Power ETF, FoF amid India's surging electricity demand

Both schemes are benchmarked to the BSE Power Index - Total Return Index (TRI), offering exposure to a diversified basket of companies engaged in power generation, transmission, utilities, and infra

EPFO grievance portal: Step-by-step guide to raise and track complaints

Facing issues with PF withdrawals or transfers? Here's how to use EPFO's online grievance portal to register complaints and track their status easily from home.

Air India crash: Group accident policies and InstaClaims bring quick relief

ICICI Lombard General Insurance reported receiving claims under travel and personal accident policies. These include accidental death, trip cancellations, baggage loss, and hotel booking cancellations

Delhi-NCR luxury home sales soar 209% in H1 2025, all flats above ₹6 cr

etween January and June 2025, the region witnessed the sale of 3,960 luxury homes priced at ₹6 crore and above - a whopping 209% increase compared to 1,280 units sold in the same period last year

How tax changes have transformed debt MF landscape, altered investor choice

Fund houses have launched debt-arbitrage FoFs to attract investors in higher tax brackets

Making a 'will' isn't just for the ultra-rich: Here's why it matters

Making a will is one of the simplest steps to secure your family's future,' say legal experts, warning that delays often lead to costly disputes and confusion.

Motor insurance claims: Report theft quickly to aid investigation, recovery

Excessive delay in reporting can trigger suspicions of fraud or evidence tampering, experts say. Timely notification to both the police and the insurer is critical for smooth recovery

Luxury home sales up 85% in 7 cities in first half of 2025: Report

Demand for units priced Rs 4 cr and more proves 'resilience' of Indian residential market, it says

Loan against FDs, gold, or stocks? The perks and pitfalls unpacked

'This isn't free money, it's still debt,' say experts, as they break down the pros, cons, and common traps of taking loans against your investments.

IREDA bonds get tax-exempt status, helping investors save on capital gains

Exemption to IREDA bonds redeemable after five years and issued on or after July 9

EPF interest not showing in your account yet? Here's what you can do

EPFO has started crediting FY25 interest but delays in passbook updates are worrying some subscribers

Offline forms for ITR-2, ITR-3 released: How to use them, documents needed

The offline Excel utilities for ITR-2 and ITR-3 are now live; know the major changes, who can use them, and tips for smooth filing this year.

Bought Dubai home? Non-disclosure may cost you 120% in tax, PMLA action

If you have invested in Dubai or other overseas properties, make sure your purchase was routed through authorized channels, declared in your income tax filings, and compliant with FEMA regulations.

Used-car sales grow twice as fast as new ones: A buyer's advantage in 2025

The sales volume of used cars in India is expected to cross 6 million units this fiscal driven by value-conscious demand, rising digital adoption and better access to finance.