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Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Amit Kumar

Amit is a personal finance journalist covering banking, taxation, insurance, investing, and consumer money matters. He writes analytical yet easy-to-understand explainers, breaking down complex financial and policy developments for everyday readers. His work focuses on helping audiences make informed decisions through data-driven reporting, expert insights, and practical context.

Amit is a personal finance journalist covering banking, taxation, insurance, investing, and consumer money matters. He writes analytical yet easy-to-understand explainers, breaking down complex financial and policy developments for everyday readers. His work focuses on helping audiences make informed decisions through data-driven reporting, expert insights, and practical context.

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Mumbai redevelopment project: HC fines tenants Rs 5 lakh for 'coercion'

Court says tenants tried to pressure landlord by backing a builder with no valid redevelopment agreement

Mumbai redevelopment project: HC fines tenants Rs 5 lakh for 'coercion'
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 4:20 PM IST

Japan tightens rules for foreign children's residence cards from June 14

From June 14, country will require facial photographs for all foreign children applying for or renewing residence cards

Japan tightens rules for foreign children's residence cards from June 14
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 2:53 PM IST

Japan to set up cyber patrols to track visa overstayers online: Details

Country plans social media monitoring to detect illegal work, visa overstays as scrutiny of foreign nationals rises

Japan to set up cyber patrols to track visa overstayers online: Details
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

235% gains on SGB 2021-22 Series-I as premature redemption window opens

RBI has fixed the SGB 2021-22 Series-I redemption price at Rs 15,840, translating into gains of nearly 235% in 5 years

235% gains on SGB 2021-22 Series-I as premature redemption window opens
Updated On : 26 May 2026 | 12:06 PM IST

Will it really pass on smoothly? These inheritance hurdles trip up families

Even with a valid Will, missing paperwork, nominee confusion and executor disputes can delay inheritance claims for years

Will it really pass on smoothly? These inheritance hurdles trip up families
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 4:16 PM IST

New Zealand to allow philanthropy under golden visa investment: Details

Country to allow philanthropy under golden visa route; investors can donate up to 20% of required funds

New Zealand to allow philanthropy under golden visa investment: Details
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 3:05 PM IST

Higher NPS returns for pensioners: PFRDA panel explores new asset classes

'Need to avoid volatility', says regulator as it reviews investment options

Higher NPS returns for pensioners: PFRDA panel explores new asset classes
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

EV insurance jumps 670% as smaller cities drive policy purchase: Report

Tier-II and Tier-III cities now account for 77% of all insured cars in the country

EV insurance jumps 670% as smaller cities drive policy purchase: Report
Updated On : 25 May 2026 | 11:36 AM IST

No Khata for partitioned plots in Bengaluru? Experts explain what to do

Bengaluru's e-Khata portal may leave some revenue plot owners unable to secure loans, utility links or property sales.

No Khata for partitioned plots in Bengaluru? Experts explain what to do
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 4:31 PM IST

Personal loan vs overdraft: Which credit option makes more financial sense?

Overdrafts offer quick and flexible access to funds, while personal loans bring fixed EMIs and repayment certainty.

Personal loan vs overdraft: Which credit option makes more financial sense?
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 3:41 PM IST

Filing first ITR this year? These documents can help you avoid tax notices

Even though ITR forms are annexure-less, missing or mismatched records can still lead to notices or delay refunds

Filing first ITR this year? These documents can help you avoid tax notices
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 3:10 PM IST

UK may launch 'invite-only' residency visa for wealthy global investors

The country is considering programme for ultra-wealthy investors willing to invest at least £5 million

UK may launch 'invite-only' residency visa for wealthy global investors
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

UK migration drops 48% to 171,000 as stricter worker visa rules kick in

Work visas and skilled worker permits fell sharply as tighter immigration rules pushed net migration to its lowest level in years

UK migration drops 48% to 171,000 as stricter worker visa rules kick in
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 12:39 PM IST

India issues Ebola advisory for passengers from high-risk African nations

Passengers coming from or travelling via Ebola-affected regions asked to report any symptoms or exposure history to airport health authorities

India issues Ebola advisory for passengers from high-risk African nations
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 12:34 PM IST

UK flat, US stocks? Why one Indian Will may not work for your legal heirs

It may not smoothly transfer your overseas assets as foreign courts, taxes and probate rules can intervene, say legal experts

UK flat, US stocks? Why one Indian Will may not work for your legal heirs
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 11:19 AM IST

Senior citizen FD rates up to 8.3% this month: Know offers

Senior citizens can still earn up to 8.3%, with small finance banks offering the highest rates

Senior citizen FD rates up to 8.3% this month: Know offers
Updated On : 22 May 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

Swipe or tap: 5 features that make your credit cards safer than before

From AI-led fraud alerts to tokenisation and biometrics, modern credit cards are adding stronger layers of payment security.

Swipe or tap: 5 features that make your credit cards safer than before
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 3:41 PM IST

Fixed deposit rates up to 8.1% at May-end: Check best offers across banks

Lenders are offering fixed deposit rates between 6% and 8.1% in May-end, with small finance banks leading returns

Fixed deposit rates up to 8.1% at May-end: Check best offers across banks
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 2:56 PM IST

EU plans offshore 'return hubs' to speed up migrant deportations: Details

Bloc moves closer to offshore migrant return hubs as member countries seek tougher deportation and asylum rules

EU plans offshore 'return hubs' to speed up migrant deportations: Details
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 12:58 PM IST

75% of Indians lack retirement plan, most skip professional advice: Survey

They start saving at age 39, holding a median corpus of Rs 28 lakh against a goal of Rs 1 cr

75% of Indians lack retirement plan, most skip professional advice: Survey
Updated On : 21 May 2026 | 11:22 AM IST