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
In a recent development, the ECHS (Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme) has empaneled 40 private hospitals, nursing homes, and diagnostic centres. This decision was made during the 69th Screening Committee Meeting held on May 24, 2024. The Managing Director of ECHS received a formal order outlining the empanelment. This process follows guidelines from the Government of
Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund (MOMF) is managed by Motilal Oswal Asset Management Company (MOAMC), which is promoted by Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL), a public company listed on both BSE and NSE. MOMF offers a variety of mutual fund schemes designed to help investors grow their wealth through professionally managed portfolios. The fund house
For senior citizens looking for opening a fixed deposit account in the near future, the present moment may represent an advantageous opportunity to proceed as the RBI may go for a rate cut any time soon following the rate reduction by the US Fed. And once this happens, banks will also follow suit. Fixed deposits
Self-employed individuals can opt for tailored term plans that do not require income verification documents such as salary proof or Form 16. These policies now accept alternative income verification methods such as GST filings, credit histories and loan records. Such flexibility allows self-employed people to buy term insurance without the rigid documentation previously required. Also
Momentum funds are increasingly attracting individuals as these funds invest in assets that are already showing strong performance. The appeal of these funds lies in their ability to generate high returns when the market is on an upswing. Momentum investing aims to capitalise on the continuation of existing market trends. The top performing funds such
By Paras Pasricha Saving on motor insurance premium need not necessarily translate to compromising on coverage. You can adopt a few smart ways to lower your motor insurance premium while still ensuring comprehensive coverage for your new car. Avoid opting for bundled deals While it’s both tempting and convenient to walk out of the showroom
EPFO Passbook has been one of the top trends on Google as members of the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) search for many information regarding their EPF accounts. Many EPFO subscribers are particularly interested in the steps and processes for checking their PF balances and withdrawing funds. The EPF regularly updates its regulations, including interest
The Indian real estate sector continues to be a crucial pillar of economic growth. While the 2025 Union Budget didn’t introduce major overhauls, the reforms announced are set to provide much-needed support to the industry. With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, tax relief measures, and investment-friendly reforms, the industry is set to benefit across
Using a credit card for large purchases is common. But paying off big bills later can be stressful. In such cases, converting your credit card balance into EMIs is a good option. Credit cards make shopping easy. With just a swipe, you can complete transactions instantly. Most banks offer credit cards with minimal paperwork. Plus
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit announced that one of its Ethereum cold wallets was compromised. An attacker managed to transfer approximately $1.5 billion worth of assets to an unidentified address, triggering widespread concern in the crypto community. Bybit confirms breach Bybit CEO Ben Zhou confirmed the security breach on Friday, stating that only one ether wallet was
Stocks tumbled on Friday following weaker-than-expected economic reports, signalling potential adverse effects of President Donald Trump’s policies on US business activity. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both fell by 1.7%, their steepest one-day declines since December 18, 2023. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq composite dropped by 2.2%. Business activity nears stall speed A report
The process to modernise Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), country’s first chip fabrication unit, has finally started. The company has invited bids to improve the existing 180 nanometre (nm) fabrication line at an estimated cost of around Rs 4,000 crore, officials said.The augmentation and enhancement of the existing 8 inch fab, which uses 180 nm technology node
