Rates for October to December 2025 remain unchanged, with the Senior Citizens Savings Scheme and Sukanya Samriddhi Account offering the highest listed return at 8.2%. India Post’s small savings schemes remain a popular refuge for investors looking for government-backed returns…
A 66-year-old Sau Mau Ping resident transferred HK$2.7 million to accounts designated by callers posing an investigation, before contacting police. A 66-year-old woman in Hong Kong lost about HK$2.7 million after a caller convinced her that her bank account was…
PFRDA’s new UPS Jeevan Setu facility lets eligible retirees verify their identity through the NPS by Protean eGov app, ahead of the 30 November deadline. Pensioners covered by India’s Unified Pension Scheme can now submit their annual Digital Life Certificates…
The change more than doubles the eligibility limit, with revised cover of up to Rs 25 lakh expected to begin in January 2027. Tamil Nadu has sharply widened access to its state health insurance programme by lifting the annual family…
Five people have been arrested over a Rs 95,000 scam in Shahdara, with police investigating whether the alleged KYC and QR soundbox ploy targeted up to 60 victims. Delhi police have broken up a gang accused of posing as Paytm…
Return-of-premium term insurance usually refunds eligible base premiums, not taxes, riders or extra charges. Buyers should compare the higher cost with the value of the maturity payout. A return-of-premium term policy can sound straightforward: if no claim is made, the…
Experts recommend splitting a festive windfall between emergency savings, high-interest debt, long-term goals and predictable bills, while leaving room to celebrate. A Diwali bonus can feel like a welcome windfall, but financial experts say the smartest move is usually to…
The lender says its core systems and banking services are unaffected as it investigates a possible exposure of limited vehicle-loan customer data on a third-party platform. AU Small Finance Bank is investigating a possible breach involving limited customer data tied…
A low-cost policy may leave travellers exposed to costly medical bills, evacuation and disrupted journeys. Experts say to check cover limits, exclusions and pre-existing condition rules before buying. An overseas holiday can consume months of planning and a meaningful share…
A guarantor can be held liable for a borrower’s debt and see their credit record affected, turning a gesture of loyalty into a risk for the whole household. For many government employees in Kashmir, a request to stand as guarantor…
India Post’s Monthly Income Scheme offers a 7.4% annual rate, with deposits of up to ₹9 lakh in a single account and ₹15 lakh jointly, but early withdrawals attract penalties and the interest is taxable. For savers looking for predictable…
The YES Vibez account offers cashback on debit card and UPI spending, lifestyle discounts, wellness perks and a fixed-deposit-backed credit card. YES Bank has launched a new savings account aimed at young customers, pitching it as a package that mixes…
