Life insurance surrender and withdrawal payouts have jumped 77% in five years, surpassing maturity benefits as more policyholders exit early due to affordability, mis-selling, and changing financial needs.
Reports say the Finance Ministry has approved a rise in EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000 a month, but Cabinet clearance is still needed before the new limit comes into force.
Insurers review the information in the proposal form before issuing a policy and may refer to it during future claim review. Accurate disclosure reduces confusion and keeps records consistent.
A credit card balance transfer can reduce interest costs, but experts warn it may temporarily affect your credit score. Responsible repayments and disciplined spending are key to protecting your credit profile.
Missed the July 31 ITR filing deadline? Taxpayers can still submit a belated return until December 31, 2026, by paying the applicable late fee and interest, if required.
With the July 31 ITR filing deadline approaching, taxpayers are wondering about an extension. Past years saw deadline relaxations, but officials currently advise filing returns without expecting extra time.
That assumption can create confusion when a claim arises. Understanding what the cover is designed to address, where its protection ends, and which additional covers may be useful helps owners make informed decisions.
Missing Form 16 does not stop salaried taxpayers from filing ITR. Salary slips, bank statements, Form 26AS, AIS, and other records can help complete the return before the deadline.
Axis Bank will reduce several Magnus for Burgundy credit card benefits from August 28, ending rewards on gift cards and FASTag payments while increasing some fees and changing lounge access rules.
Delhi’s new Lakshmi Yojana will provide ₹2,500 monthly assistance to eligible women. The scheme includes income, age, residency, and family-based conditions, with applications expected to begin from August 1.
India’s IPO market could stay busy in August, with Zepto, Shiprocket, Truhome Finance and several other firms expected to raise over ₹25,000 crore through upcoming public offerings.
Senior citizens can earn attractive returns through fixed deposits in 2026, but rates vary across banks. Comparing SBI, PNB, YES Bank and others can help maximise earnings safely.
Women awaiting Annapurna Bhandar payments can contact official helplines or email support if funds have not arrived. Delays are often linked to DBT issues, document mismatches, or pending verification.
The government said the managed service provider of the income tax portal was penalised in FY26 after technical outages and performance issues contributed to an extension of the ITR filing deadline.
A new report says 85% of Indian finance leaders face pressure to prove AI returns, while many companies still struggle with governance, accountability and skilled teams for AI adoption.
Most taxpayers are now choosing the new tax regime for ITR 2026, attracted by lower tax rates, higher rebates, larger standard deductions, and a simpler filing process with fewer documents.
EPFO is exploring a Universal Provident Fund scheme that could allow gig workers, freelancers and self-employed individuals to save for retirement with EPF-like benefits, interest earnings and flexible contributions.
An Indian professional’s post about paying nearly Rs 1 crore in taxes before losing his job sparked debate online about unemployment benefits, public services and what taxpayers should receive in return.
Bitcoin and Ethereum showed mixed movement on Monday as investors weighed conflicting forecasts for the rest of 2026, with analysts divided on whether crypto prices will rise or remain under pressure.
Many borrowers have little or no credit history but their daily activities create useful data. Experts say this information can help lenders make better and faster loan decisions than traditional methods.
If buyers can actually get through, the next stop may appear near $4,055, this lines up with the 50-day SMA.
Taxpayers receiving salary arrears, advance pay, gratuity or pension payments must file Form 10E before submitting their ITR to claim tax relief under Section 89 and avoid rejection of relief.
The RBI’s own FAQ says the swap covers only the principal amount and not the interest part, and the bank can use the facility even when the remaining maturity is below three years, as long as the original deposit was for at least three years.
ITC will announce its Q1 FY27 results on July 31, 2026. The company has not announced any dividend or earnings call details, while its trading window remains closed
If the government does not announce a Dearness Allowance hike in July 2026, central employees and pensioners may still receive an increase around October or November, ahead of the festive season.
