The National Pension System (NPS) has crossed a major milestone in FY2024-25. More than 12 lakh private sector individuals joined the scheme this year, bringing the total number of subscribers to over 165 lakh by March 2025. This shows a rising trend in retirement planning among private sector workers. NPS Vatsalya Encourages Early Planning A …
More than 1.7 lakh women who have not yet received the first 2 instalments of the Subhadra Yojana will get their payment on April 24. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced this on Saturday. These beneficiaries had applied by the March 31 deadline but did not receive the money due to various issues. Special Event …
As the new financial year begins, taxpayers are preparing to file their ITRs (income tax returns) for FY2024- 25 (AY2025- 26). Many people are also comparing the old and new tax regimes to choose the best option for saving taxes. While the old tax regime still offers more deductions and exemptions, the new tax regime …
According to the Insurance CuES Report 2025 by Hansa Research, a notable 40% of individuals who own non-life insurance policies—such as health or motor insurance—report difficulty in comprehending life insurance products. The findings are based on insights collected from 3,600 insurance customers across life and non-life segments. The Call for Simpler Communication One of the …
With the buzz around the 8th Pay Commission gaining traction, much of the conversation has centered on the fitment factor — a critical multiplier that determines revised pay and pension for central government employees and retirees. As per emerging reports, the fitment factor could range between 1.92 and 2.86. A lower multiplier such as 1.92 …
Turning 50 is a major milestone, not just in life, but in your financial journey. If you’re eyeing early retirement at 60, this can be the perfect time to assess your retirement readiness. The good news? You still have a decade to build and fine-tune your financial base. But how much money do you actually …
YES Bank has revised its fixed deposit (FD) interest rates starting April 21, 2025. The bank has reduced its highest FD rate by 25 basis points (bps)—from 7.75% to 7.50%—for deposits below ₹3 crore. This is the second rate cut in recent weeks, following the RBI’s 25-bps cut in repo rate to 6%. The change …
As per news reports, the Indian government is reportedly reviewing a proposal to impose Goods and Services Tax (GST) on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions exceeding ₹2,000. As UPI has become an essential part of daily life, the potential tax has raised eyebrows across user segments, from individual users to small business owners. Read More: …
Gold prices in Dubai change daily, influenced by global market trends, geopolitical developments, and currency fluctuations. Whether you’re looking to invest, buy jewellery, or simply stay updated, tracking these price movements can help you make smarter financial decisions. Here’s a look at today’s (April 22) gold prices in Dubai. Dubai Gold Rate Comparison: Today vs. Previous …
Are you one of those Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) investors who missed the latest premature exit window on April 16, 2025? Now, you are wondering what will happen to your investments. Don’t worry, you will not lose your investments. Read this to find what your options are now. April 16, 2025, marked the premature redemption …
