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Central government employees: 5 key updates to track in September on LTC, study leave and other benefits

New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- The month of September has brought several important updates and changes for central government employees. They include changes to Leave Travel Concession (LTC) air travel, stu... Read More


Need Rs.2 lakh urgently? Here's what experts say is cheaper: Personal loan, savings or credit card

New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- An urgent requirement of Rs.2 lakh can arise suddenly due to medical expenses, accidents, home repairs, educational needs or other unforeseen financial emergencies. While adequa... Read More


8th Pay Commission: How Level 6 basic salary may double in 7 years after DA merger; calculations explained

New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- The 8th Pay Commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, recently concluded its meeting in Puducherry on 9 September. The next meetings will be held in Chandigarh on 16,... Read More


Gold, silver prices today, 10 September: Check retail rates of 24K, 22K gold, 999 silver in Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Thursday, 10 September, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict and a peaceful resolution to the sa... Read More


Rule of 70 for retirement: How this simple formula helps estimate when savings may double

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- Planning for retirement requires careful consideration of how quickly your savings can grow over time. This estimate can give you an idea of the retirement corpus you might need... Read More


8th Pay Commission: 5 key demands raised by Chennai GPO Pensioners Forum

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- The 8th Pay Commission concluded its meetings in Chennai on 7 and 8 September. It was a key meeting for eligible employee unions and associations to present their views before t... Read More


Planning to buy a Rs.1 crore home? Experts explain why a 20% down payment is not always right

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- When you go about buying a Rs.1 crore home, it involves more than just arranging the purchase price. This is because the down payment an individual makes directly influences the... Read More


EPFO PF claim delay: Consumer commission orders 6% interest for 35-day delay

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- A consumer commission has ordered the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to pay 6% annual interest to a retired employee to compensate for a 35-day delay in settling ... Read More


Investing in FDs or small savings schemes? 5 factors investors should compare beyond interest rates

New Delhi, Sept. 10 -- Investing in fixed deposits (FDs) or small savings schemes? The interest rate may be the first thing you check, but it should not be the only factor guiding your decision. While... Read More


EPFO 2026: 5 key benefits every salaried employee should know amid financial uncertainty

New Delhi, Sept. 9 -- For salaried employees, the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is more than just a retirement savings account. It can provide financial support during job transitions, emergencies a... Read More