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EPFO eyes startup, AIF investments: How does it currently invest your PF money and why is it done? | Explained

EPFO is considering investing 3% of its fresh annual inflows in Category I and II alternative investment funds. Here's how EPFO currently invests your money.

Possession delayed? Your rights as a homebuyer

No will, divorce, joint home loan: Lawyers on protecting your property when families split

Want to retire before 50? How big a corpus you need and how to make it last: 5 experts on FIRE

Creator economy: Build trust, not just reach; monetisation can’t be the only goal | Pranjal Kamra

Old or new tax regime? Your ability to claim Rs 8 lakh in tax deductions could make the difference

Has EPFO extended ECR filing deadline from October 31, 2026? What employers need to know

Employers must file the Electronic Challan-cum-Return for September 2026 by October 31, 2026. The EPFO extended the previous deadline to accommodate changes in contribution calcul…

DA reaches 65% after September retail inflation data: Can it rise to 68% for January 2027?

DA hike: In September 2026, the Labour Bureau reported a rise in retail inflation to 155.4. This surge has resulted in a Dearness Allowance (DA) adjustment to 65%. Looking ahead,…

RBI digital fraud new rules Jan 1, 2027: How much compensation can you claim? Check complaint filing deadline

From January 1, 2027, eligible victims of digital banking fraud in India may receive compensation of 85% of their net loss. Here's by when you should file a complaint and the maxi…

Black Swan Events: How Can Investors Protect Their Portfolios?

ET Wealth Expo: Anshu Kapoor on F&O Risks and the SIF Opportunity

How much of your portfolio should go into real estate? Experts weigh in at ET Wealth Expo 2026

Income Tax Form 3CEB deadline today: Who must file transfer pricing report by 31 Oct and how to submit it? | Explained

Taxpayers covered by transfer pricing rules must obtain a chartered accountant’s Form 3CEB report and file it online by October 31. Here's how to do it, who needs to submit the fo…

Unified Pension Scheme: Can you stop UPS contributions during probation, suspension or leave? Pension Ministry explains

The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare has clarified key UPS provisions covering pension contributions during probation, suspension and unpaid leave, restoration of inv…

Vijay Kedia's 10-Minute Masterclass: Multibaggers, Market Mistakes & More

Gratuity calculator: How 3% DA hike can increase your retirement gratuity by nearly Rs 50,000

The central government's recent decision to increase the dearness allowance from 60% to 63% will affect salaries significantly. This hike, effective from July 1, 2026, results in…

SCSS investment at 55: Eligibility, rules – Can senior citizens open a Savings Scheme account before turning 60? Details

SCSS investment at 55 is permitted for eligible retired individuals before they turn 60. Check the Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme eligibility rules, three-month investment deadli…

Want to get better with money in your 20s? Dave Ramsey says personal finance is 80% behaviour and only 20% knowledge

Dave Ramsey says personal finance is 80% behaviour and only 20% head knowledge. Ramsey Solutions outlines five financial foundations for teenagers, covering emergency savings, avo…

EPFO: Wedding, education, healthcare—Can members withdraw 100% of provident fund savings? Rules and limits, explained

Employee Provident Fund Organisation: EPF subscribers are allowed to withdraw up to 100% of their eligible provident fund balance, with certain conditions. Here are the new rules…

J&K forms six-member panel to fast-track Old Pension Scheme coverage for eligible employees

Jammu and Kashmir has formed a six-member committee to expedite Old Pension Scheme coverage for eligible government employees. The panel will examine pending applications, verify…

5 key money rule changes from tomorrow, 1 November 2026: What pensioners, taxpayers and bank customers should know

Several money-related changes will take effect from 1 November 2026, affecting pensioners, taxpayers, credit cardholders, and savings account customers. Here are five key developm…

Saurabh Mukherjea's 50:50 rule for Nifty and S&P 500

Earning well but still broke? Ankur Warikoo highlights 5 money habits to fix, from budgeting to investing early

Earning a good salary does not always translate into building wealth. Ankur Warikoo highlights five money habits that could be keeping you poor, from not budgeting and taking high…

You live and earn in India, but 70% of your spending is in dollars: Saurabh Mukherjea