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Marriage registration in India: Is a court certificate mandatory? Experts explain the legal position and key rules

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- If you have married according to religious customs and rituals but have not registered your marriage, does your marriage still have legal validity? While a marriage certificate c... Read More


Expecting to receive festive bonus 2026? Where to invest for better returns - mutual funds, gold or FDs? Experts suggest

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- With Diwali and the festive season approaching, many employees may receive a festive bonus from their employers. If you are expecting an additional Rs.5,000, Rs.10,000, or more, d... Read More


GPF interest rate: Finance Ministry leaves 7.1% unchanged for Oct-Dec 2026 quarter-what govt employees should know

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- The Ministry of Finance has announced the interest rate applicable to the General Provident Fund (GPF) and other provident funds for the October-December 2026 quarter. The notifi... Read More


LIC vs private life insurers: Who saw faster premium growth in September 2026? What policy buyers should know

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- If you are planning to buy a life insurance policy, the latest premium data shows that LIC recorded faster growth in premiums from individual policies than private insurers in Sep... Read More


CBDT amends Income Tax Form 161 on 8 October: What changes for taxpayers seeking penalty waiver? Expert explains

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has amended Income-tax Form 161 through the Income-tax (Sixth Amendment) Rules, 2026, notified on 8 October 2026. The notification, issue... Read More


GST cancellation rules FAQs: Application process, approval and changes recommended at 57th Council meeting

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- If you are a business owner registered under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime, whether running a small enterprise or a large business, you need to know how to cancel your G... Read More


Small-cap mutual fund category gains 10% in 2026; mid-cap in red: Which schemes lead across YTD, 3- and 5-year returns?

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- Small-cap mutual funds have outperformed mid-cap funds in 2026 so far, with the small-cap category delivering average returns of 9.89%, while the mid-cap fund category has posted ... Read More


Investing in corporate bonds through OBPPs: How to read SEBI's new mutual fund-like credit risk-o-meter-experts explain

New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- If you invest through Online Bond Platform Providers (OBPPs), a new risk-o-meter will help you analyze the credit risk of corporate bonds and other debt instruments. According to... Read More


Diversified equity mutual funds in the red October 2026: Which schemes have negative YTD, 3- and 5-year CAGR returns?

New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Investors often focus on mutual funds that have delivered high returns over a particular period. However, it is equally important to understand which funds have struggled. Here a... Read More


Personal loans jump 32% in Q1 FY27: How home, auto and consumer loans compare - and what borrowers should watch

New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- If you are considering taking a personal loan for a large purchase, home renovation, wedding, or another expense, the latest credit-market numbers show that unsecured borrowing is... Read More