Personal Finance

₹1.11 lakh on gold coins! Inside India's biggest Diwali shopping splurges

Diwali's big spenders: One Mumbai shopper bought ₹1.11 lakh worth of gold coins

Wife's LinkedIn profile no proof of income to deny maintenance: Court

Bengaluru court says professional qualifications and social media profiles cannot replace proof of actual earnings in maintenance cases

US political shake-up triggers AI rout; is India the new investor darling?

India gains as global investors reassess AI infrastructure exposure after US polls

Festive EMIs and credit card bills: How to prioritise repayments, cut costs

Prioritise repayment of secured and high-cost loans, and consider refinancing or consolidation to cut interest costs

Got your first Diwali bonus? 5 smart ways to save, invest and spend

Your first festival payout can do more than fund shopping. Here is how to use the extra money to build savings, clear debt and invest for the future

AU Small Finance Bank offers up to 7.4% on FDs; senior citizens get 7.9%

The highest interest rates are available on deposits with a tenure of 30 months and one day to 36 months, with regular customers earning 7.40% p.a. and eligible senior citizens earning 7.90% p.a.

Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on November 9? Check details

SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and other lenders will observe regional holidays for Diwali and related festivities; check the city-wise list, when branches will reopen and which services remain available

How to ride out a two-year market slump without derailing long-term goals

Continue SIPs and diversify across domestic and international equities, gold and fixed income

UP govt hikes DA by 5%, employees to get arrears retrospectively from Jul 1

The enhanced dearness allowance will be paid along with the regular salary for November 2026. This government decision will benefit lakhs of employees across the state

Bank locker risks: How to protect your valuables and avoid financial losses

A consumer commission ruling against Union Bank highlights how customers can protect locker valuables through proper documentation, surrender acknowledgements, insurance and timely complaints.

Firecracker insurance this Diwali: What it covers, should you buy it?

Firecracker insurance for Diwali starts at Rs 11. Know what it covers, policy exclusions and whether your health insurance is enough

Incorrect EPF details? Steps to fix name, DOB and job records online

EPFO allows members to correct errors in personal and employment records online. Here is how to update details, submit documents and track requests

BSNL, MTNL VRS-2019: CBDT caps tax exemption at Rs 5 lakh for retirees

Employees who took voluntary retirement from the state-run telecom under a 2019 scheme cannot claim higher exemption available on retrenchment compensation

Lucrative Diwali discount could be a scam? 5 ways fraudsters can cheat you

Fake discounts, phishing links and UPI fraud can put your festive shopping budget at risk. Here are five ways to protect your money and how cyber insurance can help

Air India loyalty points: Everyday shopping can pay for your next flight

Earned Maharaja Points can be redeemed towards Award Flights and Cabin Upgrades on Air India

Gold vs silver this Dhanteras: How much should you hold in your portfolio?

Gold continues to maintain its appeal as a relatively defensive asset, while silver offers greater upside potential but carries a higher degree of volatility

Actor Ajay Devgn buys 2-acre agricultural land in Karjat for Rs 1.6 cr

Ajay Devgn expands property portfolio with 2-acre Karjat land purchase

Singer Sonu Nigam buys 3,055 sq ft Mumbai apartment for Rs 44.3 crore

The property is located on the 12th floor of Vartamaan, a residential building on Juhu Versova Link Road in Andheri West, formerly known as Mannat.

Fund Review: Franklin India Large Cap Fund

Fund Review: Franklin India Large Cap Fund

Dhanteras 2026: Is gold's 30% correction a buying opportunity for you?

Gold at Rs 1.4 lakh ahead of Dhanteras: Why Monarch sees long-term value