Personal Finance

Unlocking tax savings: How HUFs can help families optimise their finances?

The HUF can choose the old or new tax regime just like individuals

How non-participating plans by insurers work as investment option

Lock-in returns for long-term with these plans from insurers

CGHS facilities extended to Kendriya Vidyalaya employees: Check details

Retired employees Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan must use prescribed application form to avail of health care service

Gold and silver have gained 30% in last 1 year: What to expect in 2025

A buy-on-dips strategy is recommended for investors, with gold targets set around Rs 81,000 domestically.

Jharkhand hikes employees' dearness allowance by 3%: Check benefits

Central government and West Bengal announced similar steps before

Decoded: Canada to remove job offer points in Express Entry for PR in 2025

Candidates who previously relied on job offers to boost their CRS scores may need to strengthen other areas of their profiles, such as education, work experience, or language proficiency.

Markets down 11% in last 2 months: Motilal explains where to invest in 2025

While the latest correction in Indian markets has cooled off valuations in large-caps, Motilal Oswal Wealth Management is bullish on IT, healthcare, BFSI among others.

Spain ends Golden Visa programme: What it means for foreign investors

Excerpt Alongside the abolition of the Golden Visa, the new legislation introduces fast-track legal proceedings for property squatting cases, aiming to streamline the eviction process for landlords

Tata AIA launches fund tracking Nifty 500 Multicap Quality 50 Index

New fund offer will invest in largecap, midcap and smallcap stocks

Tax filing deadline to be extended till Jan 15 for some: Know who benefits

Bombay High Court asks CBDT to give more time for work after petition against software update

Banks to be closed for Christmas: Full list of states

Banks will be closed in Mizoram, Nagaland and Meghalaya for Christmas Eve on December 24

Get ready to travel: Thai e-Visa available worldwide from January 2025

Indians can travel to Thailand without a visa for no longer than 60 days.

Delhi Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana registration begins: How to enroll

Scheme will provide eligible women above the age of 18 monthly assistance of Rs 1,000

Which MFs should you bet on? Infra, tech sectoral funds to do well in 2025

Renewable energy, infrastructure, and technology-focused funds could deliver strong returns in 2025.

Which sectors will shine in 2025? Mirae Asset bets on IT, Auto, Defence

As we approach 2025, sectors like IT, Auto, BFSI, and Solar offer promising opportunities. While FPI outflows and inflation risks linger, domestic flows and resilient consumption support the market

Man fakes Sunny Leone ID to steal Rs 9,000 from Women's Welfare Scheme

A man in Chhattisgarh fraudulently used the name of actor Sunny Leone to receive Rs,1000 monthly stipend given by the state government under the 'Mahtari Vandan Yojana', a scheme targeted at women.

Over Rs 20k cr of unclaimed amounts lie with life insurers at end of FY24

Irdai also adopted several measures to reduce existing unclaimed amounts, asking insurers to prompt policyholders to update their contact details at the time of renewal

Say no to NFOs, buy direct plans and seek suggestions from Sebi RIAs

Sebi's new rule is a positive step towards investor protection. It will reduce mis-selling by aligning distributor incentives with investor interests and discourage unnecessary portfolio churn

Australia's new rules prioritise international student visa processing

The changes apply exclusively to offshore student visa applications for students currently outside Australia

Paying rent with credit cards? Convenience versus costs & risks

By paying rent with a credit card, you can accumulate rewards, which can be redeemed for various benefits like travel, shopping, or bill payments