The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has pushed back the NPS’s same-day investment cut-off to 1:30 pm, providing subscribers with more flexibility and reducing processing delays in contribution timings, effective from August 4, 2026. The Pension Fund Regulatory and…
India’s government is exploring the possibility of reintroducing merchant discount rates on larger UPI transactions, aiming to address the financial strain on payment providers while maintaining free-to-use small transactions for consumers. India’s government is once again weighing a return of…
A comprehensive strategy that combines saving, investing, tax awareness, protection, and regular review is reshaping how households are securing their financial futures, with ‘thorfortune’ leading the way. Long-term financial security is less about chasing the highest return and more about…
The concept of ‘Thorfortune’ redefines wealth preservation as a multi-generational project, emphasising clarity, diversification, and communication to build resilient family finances that withstand real-life challenges. Keeping family wealth intact is less about chasing the highest return and more about building…
Deciding whether to pay off a mortgage early involves balancing interest savings with financial stability, investment opportunities, and personal circumstances, experts advise. Paying off a mortgage ahead of schedule can be a powerful way to cut interest costs and shrink…
EastWest Horizons, a new programme by EastWest Bank, offers personalised banking services and lifestyle rewards for emerging affluent clients in the Philippines, signalling a shift towards customised financial solutions amid increasing wealth complexity. For many ambitious women, the hardest part…
Water from Karnataka’s Kabini reservoir starts flowing into Tamil Nadu’s Cauvery basin, easing drought stress. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court extends vehicle insurance mandates amid a food safety crackdown on Dabur India’s misleading labels, reflecting evolving regulatory priorities. Water released from…
India’s government swiftly executed a discreet sale of a 6.5% stake in LIC, raising ₹31,500 crore and enhancing market confidence through strategic timing and silence, while securing regulatory compliance ahead of schedule. India’s government has pulled off an unusually discreet…
Critical illness insurance has evolved far beyond its original scope but retains a misleading name. Experts argue that renaming it ‘insured medical conditions’ could improve consumer understanding and competition among insurers, reflecting the product’s true purpose of providing financial buffer…
With the increasing intricacies of property paperwork in India, buyers are urged to undertake thorough legal checks to avoid disputes, hidden liabilities, and future legal challenges, highlighting a shift towards more meticulous due diligence. Buying a home, a flat or…
