Personal Finance

Housing inflation: Home prices jump 59%, construction costs rise 34%

Construction costs increased 34% between 2021 and 2025, but residential capital values climbed 59%.

You have a salary and a side hustle. Here's how your tax really works

The salary is largely fixed once your deductions are set, but the freelance side is where the planning happens, presumptive taxation keeps it simple and light.

American Express card changes: 2 services to go, rewards also revised

Changes matter to frequent travellers and customers who use Amex for milestone-based rewards and premium benefits

Canara Bank ATM charges: Free limit cut to 5, withdrawal fee now Rs 23

Charge for non-financial transactions beyond the free limit remains at Rs 5 plus GST

Roshan family's property deals grow as Hrithik rents out office for ₹4.8 cr

Hrithik Roshan leases Goregaon office at ₹7.3 lakh monthly

Kamdhenu Realities buys Navi Mumbai land for Rs 150 cr from RPG Life Sci.

The developer plans a destination-scale Grade-A commercial and lifestyle ecosystem on Thane-Belapur Road

One year of unlimited airport lounge access: How the Paisabazaar pass works

PB Pass provides access to 1,800+ airport lounges and travel experiences across more than 800 domestic and international airports

Vector-borne disease insurance: Who needs it and who may skip the cover

Benefit-based plans offer a fixed payout on diagnosis but have a narrow scope; buyers with regular health insurance should assess whether they need supplementary protection

Missed ITR-3, ITR-4 deadline? Your cost could be more than a Rs 5,000 fee

Missing the ITR-3 or ITR-4 deadline can have wider tax consequences, particularly for those with business income, deductions or losses

5 hidden costs and risks to check before you choose interest-free EMI

Processing fees, penalties, credit impact and refund rules can add to the cost of an offer

EPFO enrolment campaign: Left out of PF? Check if you qualify by Oct 31

Employers can regularise eligible past omissions, with a waiver of the employee share in specified cases

₹12 lakh salary but zero tax? Why the New Tax Regime is winning with Gen Z

76% of Under-25 Filers Now File Complex Returns: Is the Old Tax Regime Still Worth It?

LIC's new Bima Platinum, Jeevan Raksha plans: What policyholders must know

Looking for Life Insurance? LIC's 2 New Plans Offer Savings, Income and Pure Protection

Choosing a balanced advantage fund? Look beyond returns to strategy, risk

Balanced advantage funds are raising equity exposure, but investors must assess allocation models, portfolio risks and downside protection-not just past returns

AI can build your financial plan: What exactly are you paying your CFP for?

As technology takes over data-heavy tasks, veteran professional explains why certified financial planners are irreplaceable

Man evicted for neglecting parents: Can he still inherit their property?

Eviction, ownership and inheritance are separate legal issues. Here is what parents and children need to know

Axis Bank's safety tool: Set UPI limit, declare overseas travel before trip

The Bank has introduced the launch of its Industry-First UPI Limit Management feature and International Travel Declaration capability as part of the Bank's broader Safe Banking proposition

NPS rules changed: PFRDA orders scheme revamp, new risk categories

Pension funds must align existing offerings with a common framework, while subscribers could see scheme mergers, restructuring and clearer disclosures

19,000 UHNIs today, 25,000 by 2031: India's family office boom has begun

Rs 70,000 Crore Wealth Pool, 1.5X Growth: India's Family Offices Enter Next Phase

Bank holidays in September 2026: Check the complete list for this month

In September 2026, banks in India will mark holidays for regional celebrations, as per the RBI calendar. Customers must confirm local bank timetables before visiting