The biggest threat to your money is inflation, as it not only impacts the current value of your money but also diminishes the worth of your future savings across various asset classes. What inflation does is when you eventually realize or redeem your savings across assets years later, you find that their value is significantly
Senior citizens often have specific financial goals when they consider investing in mutual funds. They look for options that not only protect their capital but also provide a steady income, easy access to funds (liquidity), and tax advantages. Among the various tax-saving mutual fund schemes, the Equity Linked Savings Scheme (ELSS) stands out. ELSS mutual
NPS Guidelines: The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW), under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, has issued guidelines regarding entitlement for central government staff choosing voluntary retirement under the National Pension System (NPS). According to an Office Memorandum, dated October 11, the department has notified the Central Civil Services (Implementation of
The Income Tax Department has revised its guidelines for compounding offences under the Income Tax Act, 1961. Compounding of offences allows individuals who have committed a tax-related default to acknowledge their mistake and apply to the tax authority for a resolution. If accepted, the authority may drop the case, often in exchange for a reduced
The Indian government has issued important new guidelines regarding the distribution of family pensions to ensure fair settlement between two wives of a deceased government servant or pensioner. This clarification comes under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2021, and addresses complex issues surrounding legal marriages and pension eligibility. Key points from the guidelines: The
In an effort to improve how grievances from central government pensioners are handled, the Centre has issued new guidelines. The new guidelines, issued by the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, are aimed at making the complaint process more sensitive, accessible and effective, according to an Office Memorandum.
If your objective is to amass Rs 1 crore through mutual fund investments, a straightforward guideline can assist you in achieving this goal over the long term. The 15-15-15 mutual fund investing principle provides insight into the necessary monthly savings, the duration of investment, and the expected growth rate to reach the target amount of
The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoP&PW) has outlined how compulsory retirement, dismissal, or removal from government service affects the National Pension System (NPS) corpus for central government employees, a recent office memorandum dated October 11 revealed. The memorandum states that the Central Civil Services (Implementation of NPS) Rules, 2021 govern the matters related
Vodafone Group has successfully cleared a debt of approximately Rs 11,650 crore raised against shares of Vodafone Idea, according to a recent regulatory filing. The UK-based telecom giant had previously pledged almost its entire stake in Vodafone Idea to secure this loan.The pledge was made in favor of HSBC Corporate Trustee Company (UK) for the
Venture capital (VC) investments in India have surged in 2024, reaching $16.77 billion across 888 deals from January to November, according to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF). This represents a 14.1 per cent increase in funding value and a 21.8 per cent rise in deal volume compared to the same period in 2023. The
India’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) market is poised for even greater success in 2025, with projections indicating a continuation of the strong growth seen in 2024. According to a report by GlobalData, the IPO pipeline for 2025 promises to surpass last year’s record-breaking performance, driven by increased retail participation, substantial domestic inflows, and the resilience
Having a diversified portfolio offers several advantages. It helps balance your investments, provides a sense of security during turbulent market times — since not all your assets are affected simultaneously — and, most importantly, it supports steady growth of your wealth under various market conditions. But have you ever thought about how a diversified portfolio
6 high growth sectors to watch for maximum investment returns in 2025 The world is rapidly going digital. From making payments to consulting doctors, more services are shifting online than ever before. India saw a staggering 7.42 billion UPI transactions in October 2024 alone. This digital transformation is also changing traditional business models, creating fresh