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Just 13% of U.S. large-cap funds have outperformed indexes over the past decade, new data show.

A defective ITR notice under Section 139(9) can be issued when your tax return contains missing, inconsistent, or incorrect details. But how much time you have to respond and what could happen if you ignore it are import...

Only two dividend yield funds delivered over 10% returns in the last one year, while some others lagged significantly. Differences in equity allocation, portfolio holdings and expenses contributed to the wide gap in retu...

Proceeds from loans made by Walters insurers passed through firms purportedly controlled by each of these four entities.

Ladli Behna Yojana: Beneficiaries of the Ladli Behna Yojana are set to receive their 39th direct benefit transfer installment of Madhya Pradesh's flagship financial assistance scheme for women this month. 

Before purchasing health cover, there are several straightforward questions you should ask. What does the policy cover and how much does it cost? How many claims does the insurer pay? Do customers frequently complain abo...

A ₹1 lakh investment in the Nifty 100 TRI went through some of the markets biggest shocks before reaching to ₹34.46 lakh today. The journey spans the 2008 crisis, Covid crash and other sharp corrections, highlighting...

An Own Damage policy can cover exterior and structural damage, including dents and smashed body panels caused by uprooted trees, falling poles or other objects

Taxpayers are increasingly being targeted by emails and websites that appear to be linked to the Income Tax Department. From suspicious links to requests for sensitive details, here are the key warning signs to watch for...

Mutual fund distributors are evolving beyond helping investors select schemes. SEBI's Amarjeet Singh highlights their role in guiding investors through market volatility, expanding mutual fund access and adapting to ...

Understanding these common reasons-and challenging deductions that lack clear justification-can help consumers effectively dispute unfair cuts and secure a better outcome

Sikkim CM Tamang announced a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, applicable from January 1, 2026. Arrears will be paid before Dashain 2026. 

To claim Section 54F exemption while selling shares, one can potentially gift one property to an HUF. The property remains legally owned by the individual, with income categorized accordingly. 

The Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme 2026 offers eligible taxpayers a one-time window to disclose foreign assets and income. Heres what you need to know about the specific eligibility rules, disclosure...

Salaries, performance bonuses, and extra earnings flow into an account month after month, causing the balance to swell quietly. Because investing feels intimidating or easy to postpone, several lakhs often end up sitting...

West Bengal is launching the Ayushman Bharat scheme, covering 1.5 crore families today. Here's all you need to know about how many hospitals are participating, eligibility, benefits, documents needed and stepwise gui...

Taxpayers may receive defective return notice from the income tax department if they provided incomplete or inconsistent information in their ITR. Here's how to respond to such a notice and the applicable deadline.&n...

A ₹50 lakh to ₹2 crore fixed deposit can generate substantial annual income in 2026. Compare FD returns at 6%, 7%, and 8%; Check and understand senior-citizen rates, taxation, deposit safety, and key factors before i...

Over 85 lakh pensioners under EPS-95 rely on monthly pensions. However, the payments will only keep coming if you stay compliant with the rules and requirements. Here's what to do to avoid pension payment disruptions...

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) v Public Provident Fund (PPF) in 2026: Compare interest rates, tax benefits, eligibility, maturity, withdrawals and returns to understand which government-backed savings scheme better suits...

An NRI living in the US faced a tax notice for unexplained funds used to buy a Mumbai flat using funds from his NRE account. Here's what happened next.

Health insurance can protect savings from rising medical costs, but hidden exclusions, room-rent limits, sub-limits and incomplete disclosures can reduce claims. Check out these five common health insurance traps and lea...