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Personal FinanceAdding equity does not always increase portfolio risk: New study compares different debt, equity and gold portfolios
A 100% debt portfolio delivered an average annual return of 6.79% with volatility of 6.38%. However, adding a 10% equity allocation improved returns to 7.99% while reducing volati…
Personal Finance8th pay commission: As panel closes data submission window, check latest updates on group consultations
The 8th central pay commission (CPC) has closed its window for data submission this week. Here's a look at the latest updates on its group consultations process before the panel m…
Personal Finance33,730+ register for Delhi Lakshmi Yojana within 12 hours of launch: Check eligibility, documents, and steps to apply
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana portal received 33,730+ registrations within 12 hours of its launch on 1 August. The scheme offers eligible women ₹2,500 per month. Women aged 21-60 years, w…
Personal FinanceRBI fixed deposit rules changes: Could this impact FD interest rates for customers? We explain…
RBI has allowed banks to offer differential interest rates on bulk deposits based on their liquidity risk under the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework. We explain how this i…
Personal FinanceITAT Mumbai cancels income tax notice over Rs 8 crore compensation to tenants without their consent; rejects I-T department's contingent liability claim
Builder's hired firm wanted to pay 56 tenants additional Rs 8 crore to vacate land; Tax Dept sent notice citing this payment as contingent liability; ITAT Mumbai cancels tax notic…
Personal FinanceLooking for top SIP performers? These 7 equity mutual funds delivered over 20% returns in 10 years
Only seven diversified equity mutual funds delivered annualised SIP returns of over 20% in the last 10 years, excluding sectoral and thematic schemes. A ₹10,000 monthly SIP in th…
Personal FinanceMulti-asset allocation funds drew nearly 7 times more inflows than balanced advantage funds in H1 2026; here's why
Multi-asset allocation funds attracted nearly ₹38,027 crore in H1 2026, about seven times the inflows into balanced advantage funds. The gap was driven by strong gold and silver…
Personal FinanceDA hikes: From Finance Ministry to railways and banks — Here's a look at all the dearness allowance announcements so far
Dearness Allowance or DA is a percentage of basic salary, reviewed twice annually, and aimed at offsetting the impact of inflation for government employees and pensioners. Here's…
Personal FinanceInvesting in mutual funds? Experts explain the behavioural biases that can quietly reduce your long-term returns
Financial experts say behavioural biases such as recency bias, loss aversion and FOMO often lead investors to buy after rallies and sell during market corrections.
Personal FinancePPF investment guide: These 5 costly mistakes could reduce your returns or make you lose key benefits
Though PPF comes with a lot of benefits, some common mistakes can make you lose key benefits or shrink your final corpus. Here's everything you need to know.
Personal FinanceITR due dates for AY 2026-27: Find out whether you need to file your return by Aug 31, Oct 31 or Nov 30
The July 31 ITR filing deadline has passed, but many taxpayers still have time to file their returns. Here's who must file by August 31, October 31 or November 30 under the revise…
Personal Finance' ₹12 lakh in just a few days': Viral post on Pune-based CA's income during ITR season sparks debate online
The deadline for ITR filing has passed, yet a viral claim about a Pune CA earning ₹12 lakh from nearly 400 clients during this peak tax season has sparked debate.
Personal FinanceIncome tax on property sale: Gujarat HC quashes reassessment notice over ₹92 lakh land sale; here's why
The Gujarat High Court has held that the Income Tax Department cannot retrospectively apply the expanded powers under Section 55A to reopen old property valuation disputes. The ru…
Personal FinanceHow health insurance portability is becoming a trap for policyholders
Portability, a framework designed to benefit policyholders, is increasingly being driven by sales incentives, despite regulations prohibiting it. Consequently, the weakest link be…
Personal FinanceWhy fixed income remains a portfolio stabiliser during uncertain times
Investors face geopolitical risks and inflation pressures, leading to increased focus on fixed-income securities. Experts advise on building diversified bond portfolios across rat…
Personal FinanceWhat happens to your EPF account when you take a career break for 1–2 years? Explained
Taking a career break allows your EPF account to remain active, continuing to earn interest until you turn 58. You can withdraw up to 75% after unemployment, but tax applies unles…
Personal FinanceCapital gains tax: Telangana HC clarifies when builder delays won't affect your Section 54F tax exemption
The Telangana High Court has ruled that taxpayers cannot lose Section 54F capital gains exemption solely because a builder delayed completing or registering a home. The judgment s…
Personal FinanceSCSS gives 8.2% returns, but are Small Finance Bank FDs a better choice for senior citizens? Check out now
SCSS provides government-backed safety and regular quarterly income, while Small Finance Bank FDs offer flexibility and competitive rates. Explore a detailed comparison of returns…
Personal FinanceLady reported Rs 22.94 lakh LTCG after Rs 92 lakh land sale, faced tax notice; Gujarat HC ruled in her favour after 9 years fight; Know why
Lady got tax notice after selling land for Rs 92 lakh and reporting Rs 22.94 lakh LTCG in ITR; Know how Section 55A(a) helped her win case in Gujarat HC after 9 years fight. Read…
Personal FinanceRs 22.94 lakh LTCG for land sale of Rs 92 lakh invited tax notice; Gujarat HC ruled in her favour after 9 years fight; Know why
Lady got tax notice after selling land for Rs 92 lakh and reporting Rs 22.94 lakh LTCG in ITR; Know how Section 55A(a) helped her win case in Gujarat HC after 9 years fight. Read…
Personal FinanceRBI revises deposit interest rate rules: What fixed deposit investors should know before investing from October 1
The RBI's revised deposit interest rate framework takes effect from October 1, 2026. While banks get more flexibility in pricing bulk deposits, retail FD investors will see greate…
Personal FinanceITR filing deadline is over: Received a tax notice after July 31 due date? Here's how you should respond
Taxpayers should not overlook income tax notices post-ITR submission. Responding promptly via the e-filing portal is crucial to avoid penalties, as non-compliance can lead to high…
Personal FinanceHere's how this millennial became a millionaire — Housing hacking and investing in index funds, strategy explained
Millennial investor Todd Baldwin became a millionaire in his 30s by employing a combination of real estate and equity investment. Here's how he used the housing hacking strategy t…
Personal FinanceBank holidays this week: SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB to remain closed for upto 3 days — Check RBI calendar here
Bank holidays this week: SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB and other banks across India will be closed for upto three days this week, but digital platforms like UPI and banking apps will rema…
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