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The Indian stock market remained range-bound last week, with Sensex losing around 500 points and Nifty falling 205 points to end in the red. Analysts now highlight four key factors that can influence Dalal Street’s action during the upcoming week, from August 17 (Monday) to August 21 (Friday). On Friday, Sensex and Nifty recorded slight…
In the current geopolitical environment of uncertainty, a large fixed deposit (FD) can help an individual turn surplus savings into a predictable stream of income. Such income can help combat rising inflation and protect the investor’s purchasing power. Still, the most fundamental question that remains is: How much can you earn from an FD of…
A healthy bank balance provides undeniable peace of mind. Knowing you can effortlessly cover unexpected bills, routine living costs, or urgent crises brings genuine psychological relief. However, hoarding excessive cash in a standard savings account past a certain point shifts from a smart safety net to a financial disadvantage—particularly if you won’t need those funds…
The ITR filing deadline for taxpayers with no business income and non-audit cases was July 31, 206. Even if the return was submitted on time, there may be certain cases where the ITR is flagged as defective by the income tax department under Section 139(9) of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Subsequently, you will receive a…
Ace investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, often remembered as the Big Bull of the Indian stock market, is widely known for his investment philosophy that will continue to inspire generations to come. Investors often remember how the Warren Buffett of India made 20x returns on a Rs 1 crore investment overnight after the 1989 Budget. In 1989,…
Are you an individual seeking safe, predictable and seamless returns? Then, government-backed options such as the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) and the Public Provident Fund (PPF) can be considered, as they can help ensure the accumulation of meaningful long-term savings. Still, before investing, having a proper financial plan and a long-term economic vision is vital…
Mutual funds raised their cash holdings by Rs 7,856 crore to Rs 1.90 lakh crore in July, recovering from a 19-month low in June. PPFAS held the most cash at Rs 25,291 crore, followed by SBI and HDFC Mutual Fund.
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Do you have a health insurance policy? Are you adequately prepared today to handle rising medical costs and deal with the serious financial challenges that a medical condition can unleash at you? One must carefully analyse and consider these aspects because even a single hospitalisation can wipe out years of savings in just a few…
The 8th Pay Commission under the chairmanship of Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai has now completed more than half of its allocated time. The commission was constituted on 3 November 2025 and was given 18 months by the Union Cabinet to compile a report with recommendations on salaries, pensions, allowances, and other associated benefits for central…