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Edelweiss Mutual Fund launches fourth tranche of ‘BHARAT Bond ETF’

A central government initiative, Bharat Bond ETF invests only in ‘AAA’-rated bonds of public sector companies. Edelweiss Asset Management is the fund manager of the scheme. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/d4F37bl https://ift.tt/KuMRPdq

Digital Rupee makes retail debut: 10 things you must know about RBI's eRs-R

Digital Rupee: RBI's eRs-R would be in the form of a digital token that represents legal tender from mint - Money https://ift.tt/yPcrnxb https://ift.tt/KuMRPdq

Should I invest in PPF or index funds for a 15-yr horizon?

From a taxation perspective, returns from index investing would be subject to a 10% taxation after the first ₹1 lakh in profit. The long-term capital gains tax rate of 10% applies on mutual fund units sold after one year of holding. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/TM9XYod https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

Tax exemption on LTCG after selling house allowed even if the new property is bought on loan

This article is limited to the tax implications of long-term capital gains, or LTCG, because short-term capital gains (STCG) on a house property are fully taxable at the applicable tax slabs. The only exemption taxpayers can get is if their income is below the taxable income threshold of ₹2.5 lakh ( ₹3 lakh in the case of senior citizens) from mint - Money https://ift.tt/hl6BjDH https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

BookMyForex launches interbank rate forex card with zero markup

The company said it is India’s first true zero markup travel card from mint - Money https://ift.tt/rtC2PT0 https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

Real estate investment in 2023: Things to keep in mind to get better results

Real estate investment in 2023: Experts suggest that it's always advisable to consult with specialists before investing in any type of project. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/V0DOejd https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

Digital Rupee rollout: Full list of eligible banks and cities to get digital wallet from December 1

RBI to launch first pilot of retail digital rupee in 4 cities on December 1 from mint - Money https://ift.tt/QqXvJhs https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

Can I write a will for my assets in India while living in the US?

You can draft your will while you are in the USA for your Indian assets and get it attested at the Indian Embassy in the US from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Hq2MESR https://ift.tt/KLX8R0h

Is factor investing better than traditional investing?

Factor premiums are risk adjusted returns that have a strong economic or behavioral rationale. The most common factors are value, momentum, quality, low volatility and size. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Sis4HJq https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

Sebi caps exposure to single-issuer debt securities for active mutual funds

Credit risk-based single issuer limits have now been extended beyond passive debt funds to cover actively-managed MF schemes too from mint - Money https://ift.tt/B9eayxc https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

Senior citizens can earn up to 8.8% on FDs at RBL Bank, but there's a catch

Initially, an elderly can earn between 3.75% to a maximum of 8.05% on FDs below ₹2 crore. These interest rates have come into effect from November 25, 2022. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/AFbSqjM https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

In India, the large caps still present an opportunity

The larger companies in India are a fraction of their global counterparts8 in terms of both revenues and market cap, thus presenting a sizeable opportunity from mint - Money https://ift.tt/uMoEsgr https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

Do NRIs have to pay tax on PF withdrawal?

If an employee has rendered service of 10 years or more, the employee will be eligible for monthly pension from EPS. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/dMpjzFA https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

How NRIs in US, Canada are taxed on capital gains from Indian MFs

The rules pertaining to taxation of income from Indian mutual funds in both US and Canada are complex from mint - Money https://ift.tt/9deEDVi https://ift.tt/DHBPNwV

How and when to exit from equity funds? Explained with 5 scenarios

SIP in equity mutual funds has consistently demonstrated to be a more effective long-term investment strategy than other traditional investments like bank deposits and gold. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/eDtdf8a https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

How MarketsMojo’s Mohit Batra stands apart in PMS field

Batra talked to Mint about the firm’s stock analysing process, the human factor in taking a call on any stock, the company’s plan to enter the PMS industry and its initial public offer (IPO) roadmap. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/RMbEzke https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

Axis Bank revises bulk FD interest rates, senior citizens earn as high as 7.95%

For the general public, Axis Bank offers rates varying from 3.75% to a maximum of 7.20%. However, senior citizens are the biggest beneficiary as for them the rates range from 3.75% to as high as 7.95%. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/RWETl83 https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

How does loan against property helps a borrower?

Among many benefits of LAP are lower EMIs as interest rates are lower compared to home loans. Since LAP is a secured loan, the approval to avail of them is also hassle-free and fastest. There are also low to zero prepayment charges on LAP. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/gC0Uo25 https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

How are the dividends from Reits taxed?

As a general concept, Reit is a pass-through vehicle for income-tax purposes and accordingly dividends will be taxed as if the investors have directly earned the same from the underlying special purpose vehicle (SPV). from mint - Money https://ift.tt/QJZXtDv https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

Transferring your home loan balance? Avoid these mistakes to save more

Just like any other EMIs on a term loan, home loan EMIs involve a percentage of your principal loan amount along with the prescribed percentage of interest rate that your bank has levied on you for borrowing. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/OjJozdg https://ift.tt/l9YTiWf

How much SIP do you need to create a wealth of ₹10 Cr in 10 years?

SIP is an excellent long-term investment option for equity investors who want to build up a sizable corpus. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/xXWds5k https://ift.tt/nQ64k8P

Kotak ELSS fund becomes 17 years old, SIP of ₹10,000 turns ₹70 lakh

The Kotak Tax Saver Fund is an open-ended ELSS fund plan with a three-year statutory lock-in period and section 80C tax benefits. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/eRvfLQx https://ift.tt/nQ64k8P

This foreign bank is paying FD rates up to 7.25% for tenors of 181 to 400 days

With operations starting in Kolkata more than a century ago in 1902, Citi is now a prominent international bank in the Indian financial industry. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/xjqBboG https://ift.tt/nQ64k8P

Top 5 PSU banks promising highest returns on tax-saving FDs in 2022

Tax-saving fixed deposits are one of the most popular options among conservative investors who want to reduce their tax burden. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NbucdUZ https://ift.tt/nQ64k8P

This TATA retirement fund turns 11 years, SIP of ₹10,000 turns ₹28 lakh

An open-ended retirement solution-focused scheme with a 5-year lock-in or until retirement age, whichever comes first, is the Tata Retirement Savings Fund. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/fnZjrcP https://ift.tt/nQ64k8P

How to link PAN with Aadhaar to prevent being inoperative from 1st April 2023?

Individual taxpayers with a legitimate PAN and Aadhaar number should link both personal identification documents since it is mandatory that you link your PAN and Aadhaar since doing so would make it possible for your income tax returns to be completed. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/5KZolv6 https://ift.tt/us6yB83

Income tax rules in regard to severance pay that laid off employees should know

Income tax on severance pay: Certain conditions under Section 10(10C) enables a laid-off employee to claim exemption on severance payment from mint - Money https://ift.tt/05VWX6D https://ift.tt/us6yB83

This TATA mutual fund turns 4 years, monthly SIP of ₹10,000 turns ₹8.39 lakh

An open-ended equity scheme that primarily invests in small cap equities is the Tata Small Cap Fund. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/W65HS2y https://ift.tt/us6yB83

India’s first universal bank SBM Bank revises FD rates, now get up to 8%

The first international bank in the nation to get a banking licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) through the Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) approach began operating on December 1st, 2018 is SBM Bank (India) Ltd. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/fJNE5RU https://ift.tt/us6yB83

RBL Bank introduces special FD rates with up to 8.3% return

FDs with more than 60 months of tenure will fetch a 6.75% return for senior citizens, while FDs will fetch 6.25% for non-senior citizens. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/KXyqVeE https://ift.tt/us6yB83

What should my ideal mutual funds portfolio look like?

Mutual funds portfolio should be well diversified among the schemes from different sub-asset categories and the exposure towards a given single scheme should not exceed the 10% of the overall portfolio from mint - Money https://ift.tt/8LfVkKo https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

SafeGold partners DMCC to use gold-backed digital assets

Gold bars will be physically stored in secure vaults, and verified by warrants issued on DMCC’s Tradeflow platform. The digital certificates that are backed by gold can then be traded on SafeGold’s platform from mint - Money https://ift.tt/L367T0I https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

IDFC First Bank revises bulk FD rates, earn as high as 7.55%

The interest rates range from 5.30% to 7.55%. These rates have come into effect from November 23, 2022. Notably, these FD rates do not have any premature withdrawal facility. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/m3sA2HS https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

7 banks offering inflation beating returns on FD spanning from 8.50% to 9% for senior citizens

After four consecutive repo rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) from May 2022, which gave rise to escalating FD interest rates, fixed deposits have regained popularity among retail investors, particularly older individuals. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/YKEnNbQ https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

He was Adani's top finance guy. But his AIF doesn't pick Adani stocks

The fund's investment model rejects companies with high leverage from mint - Money https://ift.tt/B14VDzs https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

What if govt raises cap on Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) wage ceiling

EPFO offers a number of services to its members including a provident fund, pension benefits to the members on their retirement and family pension and insurance benefits to their families in case of the untimely death of the member from mint - Money https://ift.tt/tKQn7Vo https://ift.tt/h6dmvyL

Beware of instant loan apps! SBI shares 6 safety tips

SBI has shared some safety tips for customers to follow in order to avoid falling into traps of instant loan apps from mint - Money https://ift.tt/N4yVXHd https://ift.tt/wfhcL8v

ICICI Bank revises bulk FD rates from today, interest rate as high as 6.80%

The rates are some for both elderlies and the general public, while ranging from 3.75% to 6.80%. ICICI Bank has also revised rates on FDs from ₹5 crore and above with a premature withdrawal facility. The minimum tenure is 7 days while it can be at a maximum of 10 years. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NFb857C https://ift.tt/wfhcL8v

Do you have to forego HRA exemption to claim interest deduction on home loan?

When a taxpayer owns a house property in respect of which he services a home loan but resides in a different city owing to work or any other justifiable reason, he may be entitled to claim benefits in Income Tax under the old tax regime from mint - Money https://ift.tt/SgNdqXC https://ift.tt/wfhcL8v

LIC withdraws Jeevan Amar, Tech Term insurance plans. Details here

LIC had launched Jeevan Amar plan in August 2019 and the Tech Term plan in September 2019. It had not raised premium rates of the plans since their launch. The company will relaunch the products soon with modifications. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/fgWEuvy https://ift.tt/wfhcL8v

How covid helped Mumbai couple to rent dream home

Rents were lower when people working remotely had not returned to Mumbai post-covid from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NGErnLC https://ift.tt/i1KeVwB

Can I transfer a jointly owned flat to my name with a divorce decree?

You will have to execute the necessary transfer documents, under which the share of your ex-husband in the flat will stand transferred in your favour from mint - Money https://ift.tt/JbdN1Cs https://ift.tt/i1KeVwB

Why is ESOP taxation unfair to the employees and needs to be reviewed

The law in its present form seems to favour employees having deep pockets from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NFrhR7M https://ift.tt/i1KeVwB

SBI vs HDFC Bank vs ICICI Bank vs Axis Bank: Which bank offers highest fixed deposit (FD) interest rates

Let's take a comparative look at the fixed deposit interest rates offered by the State Bank of India (SBI(, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank from mint - Money https://ift.tt/6XP0DJN https://ift.tt/i1KeVwB

Bajaj Finance introduces special FD for 39 months with up to 7.85% return

The average ticket size of fixed deposits with Bajaj Finance is ₹3.5 lakh per depositor. The company has a base of 4.25 lakh depositors with more than 1 million FDs. The company can also cross-sell financial products to its FD holders from mint - Money https://ift.tt/sUzrux1 https://ift.tt/i1KeVwB

How Indian IT professionals in the US manage their finances

For some, it’s about international exposure, while others see it as an opportunity to earn, save and excel in career from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ZGwPRkY https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

Skin in the game: A policy reform worth revisiting

Slab-based approach can be used for employees covered by SITG rules from mint - Money https://ift.tt/2Q56fkS https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

How will funds repatriated to UK be taxed?

Under the India Income-tax, the income tax is levied on any sum of money, movable property or immovable property received in excess of ₹50,000 by an individual without consideration (i.e., without a quid pro quo) or for inadequate consideration, except gifts received from a ‘relative’ or on marriage or by way of inheritance or other specified exclusions from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ShIEbcs https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

How can a college student save his stipend?

Considering the young age and assuming a long investment horizon, building a portfolio in equity mutual funds is suggested, as they have the potential to provide superior returns over a longer period from mint - Money https://ift.tt/WjpeklR https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

Five ways to help secure your child’s financial future

Planning investment early for your child can provide you with enough time to save money at your own pace and diversify your investment portfolio with more asset allocation towards equity for better returns from mint - Money https://ift.tt/zrImD5h https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

How betting big on small caps helped Ayush Mittal reap rich dividends

‘We learn and evolve every three to five years, as we revisit the past and re-evaluate our decisions’ from mint - Money https://ift.tt/FHO2D6m https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

What a personal loan costs you

Here are some personal loan rates and other costs of the top private and public sector banks in India from mint - Money https://ift.tt/hB4P7Us https://ift.tt/8RUMj97

What earnings season surprises say about a stock

Being data centric and steadfast to investing principles are key to success from mint - Money https://ift.tt/4vOsxAC https://ift.tt/3qveky0

Mid cap fund turns 29 years old, SIP of ₹10,000 turns into ₹13 Cr

An open-ended equity fund dubbed Franklin India Prima Fund primarily invests in mid-cap firms. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/8t0fduw https://ift.tt/3qveky0

DBS Bank revises interest rates on FD, offers up to 7.75% on a tenor of 600 days

The interest rate on fixed deposits under ₹2 crore has been revised thanks to DBS Bank. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/sr8XQC7 https://ift.tt/3qveky0

This bank offers 9% interest on fixed deposits (FDs) to senior citizens

9% interest on fixed deposits (FDs) for senior citizens: According to the bank's website, the deposit interest rate stands revised from 21st November from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Of6U9Xk https://ift.tt/3qveky0

SBI WhatsApp service for senior citizens: Now get pension slip instantly. Here is how

How pensioners can get their pension slip instantly via SBI WhatsApp service from mint - Money https://ift.tt/hl2ZoMa https://ift.tt/3qveky0

Have ₹5 lakh to invest? Best investment options to park your money

If you have ₹5 lakh to invest, there are multiple avenues from mint - Money https://ift.tt/idwIEN1 https://ift.tt/3qveky0

What Sebi should do to bring financial influencers bring under its ambit?

Though monitoring social media isn’t going to be a very easy task, Sebi is trying to find a solution from mint - Money https://ift.tt/5mXLcGB https://ift.tt/3qveky0

9 banks offering from 7% to 7.50% interest rates on savings accounts in 2022

Opening a savings account is the first thing you should do while beginning your financial journey since it provides adequate liquidity, deposit safety, and suitable interest rates. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/casm374 https://ift.tt/sfMNJ2L

PPF calculator: ₹12,500 monthly savings can become ₹2.27 crore. Details here

PPF calculator: Public Provident Fund rules allow investors to invest beyond 15-year maturity period from mint - Money https://ift.tt/DwKhyS3 https://ift.tt/sfMNJ2L

Bank of Baroda hikes FCNR rates by up to 1.45%. Check new interest rates here

The rates are increased by 20 basis points to a maximum of up to 1.45% on various currencies under FCNR. These interest rates have come into effect from November 16 and will continue till December 15th. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/lRyCDZ4 https://ift.tt/sfMNJ2L

InsuranceDekho partners with LIC to offer its products

InsuranceDekho has 330+ products from 45 insurers live on its platform. The partnership with LIC would enable InsuranceDekho to provide the entire gamut of insurance solutions to its customers throughout the country from mint - Money https://ift.tt/UEvT61z https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

‘People lose when options are used for speculation’

PR Sundar, Chennai-based social media finfluencer, says that retail investors should not believe stories of people making it big solely through trading income from mint - Money https://ift.tt/vQ0GkMF https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

Watch where the options gurus take you

Traders with low capital should not venture into options trading, whether buying or selling, experts said from mint - Money https://ift.tt/XKNcHjo https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

What’s the forex rate?

Here’s the list of INR to USD forex rates offered by some of the major banks and travel aggregatprs. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/iOGQIVY https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

Global aspects influence but domestic factors are the ones that decide

Only when the fundamental decisive aspects change, you need to do a serious review from mint - Money https://ift.tt/DYgLoly https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

Do I need to take cyber insurance policy for working from home?

If you transact digitally on a regular basis, it is strongly recommended that you opt for a personal cyber insurance policy from mint - Money https://ift.tt/4VEm0r1 https://ift.tt/SLVIMZ4

How a Delhi couple bought first home for ₹37 lakh

From zeroing in on the locality to shifting to their new home, here’s their interesting journey from mint - Money https://ift.tt/XLexYRZ https://ift.tt/SHnwrgt

How to position your portfolio for the coming decade

Traditional debt funds can significantly lower risk and add stability to your portfolio from mint - Money https://ift.tt/7LyQJNW https://ift.tt/SHnwrgt

How a part-time job can affect a retiree’s finances

Getting a side job to earn some money can have a surprising impact on taxes and Social Security benefits from mint - Money https://ift.tt/FiUmpeG https://ift.tt/SHnwrgt

UCO Bank hikes FD rates by up to 45 bps, launches 2 special deposit schemes

UCO Bank, one of the leading public sector lenders, raised the interest rate on fixed deposits under ₹2 crore. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/he8qO49 https://ift.tt/SHnwrgt

5-star rated mutual fund turns 8 years, SIP of ?10,000 grown to ?28 lakh

Axis Small Cap Fund is an open-ended equity scheme that primarily invests in small cap stocks. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/AyFSBxP https://ift.tt/SHnwrgt

Max Life launches life insurance plan, Smart Wealth Advantage Guarantee

The Smart Wealth Advantage Guarantee Plan is a holistic product that endeavours to ensure customers meet their life goals and remain protected in the long-run from financial uncertainties. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/BfslNut https://ift.tt/nFkuBTl

How long does it take to offset upfront cost of EV?

Net saving on the cost of EV cars is possible only when the car is driven regularly from mint - Money https://ift.tt/D0tTzsf https://ift.tt/nFkuBTl

What should a guarantor do if the principal borrower defaults?

Under the Indian Contract Act, 1872, the liability of the guarantor is co-extensive with that of the principal debtor unless it is otherwise provided by the contract from mint - Money https://ift.tt/C0QsuZA https://ift.tt/nFkuBTl

TripMoney sees over 270% increase in sale of non-COVID, byte-size insurance cover in 10 months

Travellers now actively seek covers that promise to secure their trip, their lives and of their loved ones, and other tangible assets, right at the time of making the booking. So, a travel insurance cover that often came as an after-thought to many a few years back –has now become an integral part of booking for both, domestic and international travellers from mint - Money https://ift.tt/nEmCtiu https://ift.tt/nFkuBTl

Navi, Piramal Finance enter into co-lending partnership to offer digital personal loans

Under the partnership, Navi will originate and process the personal loans based on mutually aligned credit parameters and eligibility criteria. Piramal Finance will fund 80% of the loan generated by the co-lending arrangement while the remaining 20% will be funded by Navi Finserv from mint - Money https://ift.tt/FcjGWlV https://ift.tt/nFkuBTl

How are funds withdrawn from NPS taxed?

There are no specific provisions in the Income-tax Act, 1961, governing the taxation of withdrawal from NPS Tier II account from mint - Money https://ift.tt/FfIsGrt https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

Bank of Baroda hikes FD rates by up to 1% effective from 14 Nov. Details here

BoB hiked rates on bulk saving deposits, along with fixed deposits below ₹2 crore for both senior citizens and the general category. Also, BoB's Tiranga deposit and tax saving schemes have witnessed a revision in interest rates. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/AufoTMY https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

The classic 60-40 investment strategy falls apart. ‘There’s no place to hide.’

A savings mix of stocks and bonds has helped offset losses in previous years—but not this one from mint - Money https://ift.tt/TDC0PaY https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance launches long-term savings product, ICICI Pru Sukh Samruddhi

ICICI Pru Sukh Samruddhi not only offers customers a guaranteed maturity benefit, the annual bonuses, as and when declared, can go a long way in further beefing up their accumulated corpus from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ps9ydzZ https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

92% of Indian SMEs focused on adopting ESG measures: Survey

While ESG frameworks help businesses shape their sustainability decisions and transparently report progress, they also represent a commitment to making a company more socially responsible from mint - Money https://ift.tt/rplkeho https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

Planning to invest in real estate? Experts decode ways for beginners to make their first investment

Real estate investment: Homebuying patterns have evolved amongst the youths of today. Access to information enabled by technology is helping them take decisions in a more informed manner from mint - Money https://ift.tt/VJdX813 https://ift.tt/Bkj3qPs

Open ended vs close ended mutual funds: Where you should invest?

Mutual funds are generally categorized into 2 categories i.e. open ended and close ended funds. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/GX9SoV2 https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

ITR filing in case you own multiple flats and pay EMIs for loans taken

You can obtain valuation of each of the three units and allocate both these items in the ratio of respective valuation of these units. The basis of allocation adopted should be logical and consistent year after year from mint - Money https://ift.tt/sATVo74 https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

Income tax: Can a member make gift to the HUF without any tax liability?

The threshold of ₹50,000/- in aggregate applies to gifts received by an individual or an HUF during one financial year and where the aggregate of the gifts received during the year exceeds this threshold of ₹50,000/- whole of the amount becomes taxable in the hands of the recipient from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Li1e7w5 https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

DoPPW to visit Ambernath to promote Digital Life Certificate

In November 2021, Union minister of State (PP) Dr Jitendra Singh launched the Face Authentication Technique of submitting Life Certificate through any Android Mobile Phone from mint - Money https://ift.tt/rthioDQ https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

AAA-rated company FD hikes interest rates, now offer up to 7.80%

Sundaram Finance Ltd, a non-banking finance firm with headquarters in Chennai, raised its deposit interest rates commencing on November 16, 2022. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/fmky9oN https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

UCO Bank hikes FD rates by up to 45 bps, launches 2 special deposit schemes

UCO Bank, one of the leading public sector lenders, raised the interest rate on fixed deposits under ₹2 crore. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/EV5OfDM https://ift.tt/TjFwbxD

5-star rated mutual fund turns 8 years, SIP of ₹10,000 grown to ₹28 lakh

Axis Small Cap Fund is an open-ended equity scheme that primarily invests in small cap stocks. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/uhvNzVD https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

Insider trading, nanocaps and happy hours: smallcase managers try offbeat ideas

Smallcase managers are finding ideas in microcaps, insider trading of promoters and return to normalcy after Covid-19. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/fkQd67N https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

Common Income tax return (ITR) form: Will CBDT proposal simplify taxpayers' job?

Common ITR form: CBDT has proposed to subsume all ITR forms except Form-7 from mint - Money https://ift.tt/9B6pmuJ https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

Income Tax: How can NRIs prevent double taxation in India?

A citizen of India who stays abroad will end up paying income tax in both the countries unless they apply for an exemption. Read further to know how the NRIs can avoid paying double tax from mint - Money https://ift.tt/mMN2ITk https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

Income tax: TDS rules on sale of jointly owned property

For income tax purposes it is the beneficial owner who is treated as the real owner and not the one who is joined for the sake of convenience from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NasLUjC https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

NPS calculator: ₹15,000 monthly saving can help you get ₹2.23 lakh pension/month

NPS calculator: For 10% annual return in long term, NPS account holders are advised to keep debt-equity exposure in 50:50 or 40:60 ratio, say experts from mint - Money https://ift.tt/2IW5DhA https://ift.tt/U36cfSb

National Pension System (NPS) for organised and unorganised sector employees

NPS is the safest investment option for the investors looking for low-risk and schematic investment methods. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/TsEv0le https://ift.tt/huQtx75

How to enjoy retirement, but still leave a good nest egg for your children

In this month’s Ask Encore: Let’s say you want to save your principal—or much of it—for your children. Here’s what the numbers look like. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Cu1jBev https://ift.tt/huQtx75

What’s the forex rate?

Here’s the list of INR to USD forex rates offered by some of the major banks and travel aggregatprs. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/nOosV0d https://ift.tt/huQtx75

Can sectoral funds be used to boost your overall portfolio returns?

An effective way to play upswing in a sector or a theme is via funds tracking segments from mint - Money https://ift.tt/FA3sP94 https://ift.tt/huQtx75

The key to avoiding high mortgage rates? Buying homes with cash

Cash-only deals are on the rise as buyers look for creative ways to circumvent 20-year-high interest rates from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ZsoVNO7 https://ift.tt/0CU6Wtq

Karur Vysya Bank revises FD rates, now offers up to 7.65% on a tenor of 555 days

The private sector lender Karur Vysya Bank has revised interest rates on fixed deposits of less than ₹2 Cr. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/r9WR5xm https://ift.tt/0CU6Wtq

Muthoottu Mini Financiers launches Safe Lock Gold Loan

The Safe Lock Gold Loan facility has been introduced to ensure that customers receive the benefit of affordable and convenient choice to secure their physical gold while obtaining a minimum loan amount. The annual charges for utilising this facility is ₹300, making it a cost-effective from mint - Money https://ift.tt/QWoRrTY https://ift.tt/0CU6Wtq

How to safeguard oneself against online financial frauds

Update phone and computer’s system security and be vigilant when you transact online from mint - Money https://ift.tt/vtrfmR8 https://ift.tt/0CU6Wtq

How should I allocate monthly savings of ₹50k for long term?

While there are thumb rules for the personal or family emergency funds (generally an equivalent of six months of one’s salary), there aren’t one for business emergency funds. So, you would need to decide on the amount required for that and set it aside from mint - Money https://ift.tt/HsaCVpm https://ift.tt/0CU6Wtq

How to choose a fund manager to make the most of your NPS account?

The National Pension Scheme (NPS) is one of the best and most popular voluntary retirement programmes in India. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/DHkpOQ1 https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

SFB revises savings account interest rates, offers up to 7% on this balance slab

The interest rates on savings accounts are revised by Equitas Small Finance Bank (SFB). from mint - Money https://ift.tt/PlcpBgO https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

HDFC Bank hikes fixed deposit (FD) interest rates by up to 35 bps

The leading private sector lender HDFC Bank has hiked interest rates on fixed deposits of less than ₹2 Cr. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/lYUBHZr https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

Bank of Maharashtra revises interest rates on retail fixed deposits (FDs)

Bank of Maharashtra (BoM), a public sector lender, has revised its interest rates on retail fixed deposits under ₹2 crore. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/1RNDcKv https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

Planning to invest in gold? Know income tax rules for investing in physical, digital, paper gold

Before investing in any form of gold, the investor should know about the tax liabilities related to it from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Cac78jA https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

Why Indians' love for home market can be their Achilles' heel

Different markets do well at different times, but diversification can help. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/rGYjIc0 https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

How do I make changes to a will that was registered 3 years ago?

Although there is no legal requirement to register a will or a codicil, for the sake of consistency in approach and to avoid any potential challenges, you may voluntarily register such new will or codicil, since you have already registered the earlier will from mint - Money https://ift.tt/OgqtWhi https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

Which income is deemed to accrue or arise in india as per the tax laws?

If transacting party is from India, it does not imply a business connection in India from mint - Money https://ift.tt/swK0ugR https://ift.tt/EIrdwbY

What you don’t know about your financial adviser

The person you turn to for investing advice may have some skeletons in the closet. Finding out about client disputes can be harder than you may think from mint - Money https://ift.tt/B0c7HpL https://ift.tt/UaTX396

Senior citizens bank fixed deposit rates at 8% and more. Check FD rates of 4 banks here

Let's take a look at the FD interest rate offered by banks, small finance banks to senior citizens from mint - Money https://ift.tt/X5I8m0S https://ift.tt/UaTX396

10 reasons why digital rupee is the future of money

Digital rupee will be an excellent opportunity for India since it will potentially increase the ease of doing business from mint - Money https://ift.tt/NOy2VpP https://ift.tt/UaTX396

Will the proposed common ITR help in tax compliance?

The new form is expected to improve data reconciliation and increase compliance from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Qqa01xF https://ift.tt/UaTX396

Canara Bank hikes MCLR, revises repo-linked rates from 7 Nov; EMIs to go up

Canara Bank's 1-year MCLR is at 8.10%, while repo linked lending rate (RLLR) is at 8.80% now. That being said, EMIs have gone up on term loans. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/VBUaujJ https://ift.tt/UaTX396

Ratio of small savings deposits to bank deposits inching up: report

While the share is still very low, the gradual rise is significant. Higher interest rate offered by small savings schemes could be the main reason for this increase from mint - Money https://ift.tt/iQ3lekM https://ift.tt/UaTX396

Best home loan rates

Here’s a look at the lowest home loan interest rates of some leading banks from mint - Money https://ift.tt/mx4uyiQ https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

How is interest income from KVPs taxed?

Section 145 of the Income-tax Act, 1961 provides for taxation of income from other sources (like interest) in accordance with either cash or mercantile system of accounting regularly employed by the assessee from mint - Money https://ift.tt/kM2Qjtx https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

Pros and cons of dematerializing mutual fund units

By converting MF units to demat form, the hassle of transmission gets a lot lesser from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Wf1icqZ https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

Explained: What is Rule 132 of Income Tax and how it is important for taxpayers?

For those with income from a business or profession who have also taken advantage of the cess/surcharge deduction, Rule 132 has been adopted. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/90eEU4l https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

Explainer: Are you a salaried individual? Know how leave encashment is taxed

Sick, casual, and paid leaves are typically separated into these three categories among salaried workers in the employed population. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/kM2dVsw https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

Have you claimed education cess? Be prepared to pay tax as per the new rules

Education Cess was introduced in Financial Year (FY) 2004-2005 with the aim to finance primary education. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/xD6I1j2 https://ift.tt/EJbNS23

Mutual fund portfolio rebalancing: When, why and how should you do it?

It’s an important part for any investor’s growing wealth to have proper asset allocation after due consideration of risk profiling, investment psyche, liquidity, tax level, etc. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/9nhAyLs https://ift.tt/5zsSeKd

Around 69% of households in India suffer from financial insecurity: Survey

The survey by Money9 also unveiled a Financial Security Index which ranks citizen financial security and provided insights of how India spends from mint - Money https://ift.tt/UqTcBbX https://ift.tt/5zsSeKd

Can NPS, PPF accounts make you crorepati? Find out here

Goals can be even meant for retirement planning. These two schemes are long-term saving-cum-investment products, although distinct from each other. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/U2yfG5w https://ift.tt/5zsSeKd

Ujjivan SFB revises FD rates, now offers up to 8.20% to non-senior citizens

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) has revised its interest rates on its fixed deposit products. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/lAHzr29 https://ift.tt/5zsSeKd

Axis Bank hikes interest rates on fixed deposits (FDs) by up to 115 bps

Axis Bank, one of India's leading private sector banks, increased interest rates on fixed deposits below ₹2 crore. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/RTEcwNH https://ift.tt/5zsSeKd

MUFG Bank partners M1xchange to digitize corporate trade finance

This collaboration allows MUFG Bank to leverage the digital ecosystem established by M1xchange, thereby enhancing the efficiency of its client services from mint - Money https://ift.tt/wAyYBKc https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

This mutual fund turns 20 years old, SIP of ₹10,000 turns ₹1.8 Cr

ICICI Prudential Multi-Asset Mutual Fund Growth option has turned 20 years of its existence. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Eb1yQNY https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

This govt bank launches 5 unique special fixed deposit (FD) schemes

Punjab & Sind Bank (PSB), one of the leading public sector lenders, has launched 5 different special fixed deposit (FD) schemes with unique benefits. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ZLcivkH https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

Moonlighting for additional income? Know the income tax rules

Moonlighting means taking up another job in addition to one’s primary employment from mint - Money https://ift.tt/7gQzy6V https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

Bank FD rate hike: 4 govt banks offering more than 7% on fixed deposit scheme

Following consecutive repo rate hikes, banks have been raising interest rates on fixed deposit(FD) scheme from mint - Money https://ift.tt/1qhpOes https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

Where should I invest ₹1 lakh to earn best returns in a short time

From a longer-term perspective, in order to get an international fund that is more diversified, you could consider stopping SIPs into the Motilal Oswal Nasdaq 100 fund and invest in HDFC Developed World Indexes Fund of funds instead from mint - Money https://ift.tt/rLK1pAq https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

Should you pay for health insurance in instalments?

Check for riders such as waiting period, discounts, free-look period before taking this route from mint - Money https://ift.tt/WrGMbUo https://ift.tt/tXGfvJl

Yes Bank revises interest rates on fixed deposits (FDs) and savings accounts

One of the leading private sector lenders, Yes Bank has revised its interest rates on savings accounts and fixed deposits of less than ₹2 Cr. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/Pq39vYE https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

Chqbook, NSDL Payments Bank tie up to launch zero-balance digital current account

Chqbook aims to empower small business owners with digital access to financial services, across banking lending and insurance, on the Chqbook app. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/1bR9QgP https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

4 real estate strategies investors must know seeing the current market

Experts listed strategies for every real estate investor, keeping in view the current market from mint - Money https://ift.tt/G2m1Yvq https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

How this non-binary person navigates renting in Delhi

Queer individuals have to overcompensate for their identities to be taken seriously from mint - Money https://ift.tt/kX5B6CW https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

Should your investment portfolio be ‘Made in India’ only?

The need to run a diversified portfolio continues to be relevant for many investors from mint - Money https://ift.tt/XOxaCAj https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

Do you think it is a good time to invest in long-short funds?

Long-short funds follow the investment strategy where they take a long position in undervalued stocks that are expected to do well in the long run and short sell the overvalued stocks where the stock price could fall from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ZXQC3aR https://ift.tt/Pcw6jK4

What the Fed’s rate increases mean for your financial plans

Reorder your priorities on debt, spending and savings to survive in a high-rate world from mint - Money https://ift.tt/0bsIyEF https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

Bank of India alters interest rates on FDs: Now offers up to 7.75% on this tenor

The leading public sector lender Bank of India (BOI) has revised its interest rates on fixed deposits (FDs) of less than ₹2 Cr from mint - Money https://ift.tt/ZQcR21m https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

Aviva Life Insurance launches Aviva Protection Plus policy

The plan is designed not only to provide financial protection in case of any unforeseen circumstances but also the maturity sum assured on surviving the policy term. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/BsK3Gjk https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

How much gold you can keep at home? Limits and income tax rules explained

Different gold investment instruments have different costs, minimum and maximum limits and tenure periods from mint - Money https://ift.tt/LiUDNwc https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

Bank of Baroda: Pensioners can submit life certificates through video call. Step-by-step guide

Bank of Baroda tweeted: ‘Ab Pension par full attention. Submit your life certificate at ease of home through a video call’ from mint - Money https://ift.tt/15vsYDZ https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

All you need to know about filing a deceased kin’s ITR

ITR can be filed by the deceased’s legal heir by registering on the Income Tax portal from mint - Money https://ift.tt/F3pcuxZ https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

Compare your bank FD rates

Here is a list of banks that offer the highest FD rates for deposits up to Rs1 crore over various tenures from mint - Money https://ift.tt/pPxOE0l https://ift.tt/o6S0gzv

Don't let mind-boggling returns cloud your judgment

Apart from risk of capital loss, investors risk running out of exit options in penny stocks. from mint - Money https://ift.tt/yhvu2dC https://ift.tt/IajVNfD

Zaggle, NPCI partner to launch multiple credit cards on RuPay network

Zaggle and NPCI along with partner banks would use this platform to launch multiple credit cards to address the ever-growing demand of Corporates, SMEs, and consumers. The cards would be enabled for international as well as domestic transactions, making business travel convenient and easy from mint - Money https://ift.tt/eATIus1 https://ift.tt/IajVNfD