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8th Pay Commission June 2026 Updates: Key meetings, consultation timeline and latest official developments

New Delhi, June 20 -- The 8th Pay Commission was constituted on November 3, 2025. It will have a tenure of 18 months from the date of constitution before it finally submits its report. More than seven... Read More


Why life insurance continues to be a key pillar of financial protection and long-term financial planning

New Delhi, June 20 -- Financial planning now is a broader concept. It can no longer be associated only with the idea of growing wealth or earning a lot of money. This is because protecting this wealth... Read More


What are credit card swipe charges? All you need to know

New Delhi, June 19 -- Whenever you use a credit card at a store, online gateway, a restaurant or any other prominent place, a fee is charged. This fee is charged as your payment travels through the ca... Read More


8th Pay Commission: Employee unions seek 5 assured financial upgradations at 6-year intervals

New Delhi, June 19 -- As the 8th Pay Commission continues its consultation and discussion phase, prominent employee unions, pension groups, and central government staff unions have proposed significan... Read More


EPFO retains 8.25% interest rate for FY26; UPI-based withdrawals to launch soon

New Delhi, June 19 -- The Ministry of Finance has cleared an 8.25% interest rate on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) deposits for the FY2025-26. This move will benefit over 7.8 crore EPFO subscribers. ... Read More


Personal loans from 8.95%: Compare June 2026 rates of HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank and other top private lenders

New Delhi, June 19 -- Personal loans remain one of the most sensible and popular borrowing options for meeting short-term financial needs. These requirements may relate to medical emergencies, home r... Read More


SEBI introduces new Gold ETF trading framework with dynamic price bands from 1 September; check details

New Delhi, June 19 -- Aspiring investors in Gold and Silver Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) will see significant changes and improvements in trading starting from 1 September. These changes will take eff... Read More


Overdraft facility can help in emergencies, but can it damage your credit score? Key facts explained

New Delhi, June 19 -- An overdraft is essentially a credit facility that allows an individual to withdraw more funds than are available in their bank account. This extension is permitted up to a pre-a... Read More


Does your credit score affect Visa approval? Everything you need to know

New Delhi, June 18 -- When you plan a foreign tour or aim to move abroad, your overall strength of character, financial health and criminal record (if any) are checked with intense precision. This dat... Read More


EPFO announces PMVBRY events in Nagpur, Chandrapur; Rs.2,400 crore benefits soon

New Delhi, June 18 -- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to hold special incentive disbursement ceremonies in Nagpur and Chandrapur on June 19 as part of the government's flagshi... Read More