Page 71 - Personal Finance

Multi-point trip: Tax break is on direct travel cost to farthest place

Journeys with foreign leg not eligible for benefit, even if they start and end in India

Pay advance tax now: A guide on calculating, filing, and its importance

Have you paid the fourth installment of advance tax? If not, do it now. Here's why

Obtain secured credit card, repay regularly to repair credit history

Use less than 30% of card limit; avoid frequent loan applications

Submit investment proof to reduce TDS by March 31: Details here

As FY24 ends soon, employees need to buck up and declare investments to lower their TDS

Pension plans of various companies, terms, fees explained in one table

Regular Pay, Single Pay and Single Pay Deferred Annuity schemes explained in Policybazaar table

How UK visa rule change will impact Indian students, workers, caregivers

The UK Home Office estimates that 300,000 individuals eligible to come to the UK last year will no longer be able to do so

68% spike in complaints against banks, mobile banking biggest concern

Chandigarh, Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Gujarat emerged as the top contributors to ombudsman complaints

Handling complaints costs RBI Rs 144 cr: Here's state-wise breakdown

The total cost of handling complaints across ORBIO's offices in India, including those in Ahmedabad and Raipur, amounted to Rs 143.56 crore

Are Indians eligible for 5-year Schengen visa? All you need to know

A Schengen visa is your gateway to 27 European countries that have abolished internal border controls. Here's what you need to know about the 5-year multiple-entry Schengen visa

Investing in green deposits: How are they different; what do they do

Banks are allowed to offer overdraft facilities to customers against green deposits

Register alternate bank for trading as Paytm deadline nears, BSE warns investors

If you've been using your Paytm Payments Bank (PPBL) account for your trading activities, it's time to consider adding another bank account to your setup

Yellow metal: Commit to minimum 7-year horizon after rally in gold

Buy in a staggered manner; rebalance if allocation exceeds 15%

Karnataka govt hikes dearness allowance for employees from 38.75% to 42.5%

The Karnataka government on Tuesday approved the revision of Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees from the existing 38.75 per cent to 42.5 per cent. The announcement comes weeks before the Lok Sabha elections. The DA will be revised from 46 per cent to 50 per cent for the employees drawing central pay scales, an official statement said. "This change represents a significant financial commitment of Rs. 1792.71 crores every year, reaffirming our dedication to our employees, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on 'X'.

Last-minute tax planning? Take a look at the best income tax saving schemes

Tax planning is your weapon to dodge tax bullets and boost your bank balance. The Income Tax Act offers numerous opportunities for your investments, savings, and expenses. Take a look at the schemes

Paytm Payments Bank: Services you can or can't use after March 15

As RBI deadline nears, take a look at the list of services that you can use on Paytm after March 15 and alternatives available to users

Explained: Big changes for SBI, ICICI, Axis, Yes Bank credit card users in March 2024

Major banks in India have recently announced changes to their credit card rules. If you rely on your credit card for daily purchases, travel perks, or managing your finances, here's what you must know

Safe investment option: What is a fixed deposit; how does it work

An amount deposited with a bank or financial institution must not be withdrawn prematurely

File updated ITR before Mar 31 to reduce risk of scrutiny, penalties

ITR-U can be filed under specific conditions; can't be used to reduce tax liability

Tax proof, income overview: Why Form 16 is needed in financial planning

It is documentation of your income and tax compliance, adding credibility to your financial standing

Keep records, communicate: Dealing with unclaimed insurance policies

In numerous instances, members are unaware of the policy's existence, let alone its details