India’s government has set a new deadline of September 30, 2026, for LPG customers to complete biometric Aadhaar authentication, with implications for subsidy and refill eligibility for millions, as enforcement ramps up across the country. India’s LPG customers face a…
A series of major financial policy shifts in India from October will alter ATM usage, deposit transparency, UPI payments, property tax deductions, and LPG subsidy access, affecting households, savers, and investors nationwide. October will bring a cluster of money-rule changes…
India’s post office savings schemes continue to offer a range of guaranteed returns and tax benefits, providing stability and attractive yields for conservative investors as of October 2026. India’s post office savings plans continue to offer a broad mix of…
India’s Reserve Bank has simplified the process for legal heirs and nominees to access bank deposits after an account holder’s death, with clearer procedures and a fixed settlement timeline to reduce delays during difficult times. Losing a family member is…
India’s insurance regulator, IRDAI, is pushing for a comprehensive overhaul of distributor payments to enhance policyholder interests, amidst rising payouts and expenses since recent reforms, with new rules open for public consultation. India’s insurance regulator is moving to overhaul how…
While gold loans offer quick cash for various needs, maintaining repayment discipline and strategic borrowing are crucial to avoid long-term financial hazards, experts advise. Gold loans can provide fast access to cash when borrowers need money for everything from education…
Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has directed banks to cease deducting the ₹2,000 monthly cash transfer from beneficiaries’ accounts for loan repayments, following complaints that the scheme’s funds are being diverted without consent, impacting women head of households. Karnataka…
A Delhi court has ordered a private insurer to pay nearly Rs 9.07 lakh to a woman after it wrongly denied her emergency medical expenses incurred during a trip to the US, reinforcing that insurers cannot override medical judgment. A…
India’s telecom regulator has issued renewed warnings against IMEI tampering, highlighting its use in fraud and illegal device activity, with stricter penalties and expanded oversight to combat a surge in telecom-related scams. India’s telecom regulator has renewed warnings about IMEI…
A consumer commission in Amritsar has directed a bank to compensate a man Rs 1.5 lakh after failing to inform him of a lapse in his daughter’s life insurance policy, highlighting concerns over the administration of government-backed schemes through banks.…
As younger consumers manage money through their phones, the latest online credit cards focus on user control, transparent costs, and seamless integrations like UPI, shaping a new era of digital financial management. For younger consumers who increasingly manage money through…
Experts advise beneficiaries to pause and assess their inherited assets before rushing into investments or decisions, ensuring long-term security and growth. When a windfall arrives through inheritance, the smartest first step is often not to act immediately. Financial writers and…
