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Credit report errors: Experts explain common mistakes that hurt your credit score and how to fix them

New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- A weak credit profile and a low credit score are often associated with missed payments, missed due dates or poor financial habits. However, errors in credit reports can also affe... Read More


Can you deduct brokerage and STT from capital gains? A tax expert explains

New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- When an investment is sold, capital gains are not simply the difference between purchase and sale prices. Certain expenses may be considered when calculating taxable gains, but t... Read More


EPFO portal update: Key services you can now access online and what to check first

New Delhi, Aug. 25 -- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has been steadily upgrading its online portal to make it easier for members to manage their provident fund accounts. Over the pa... Read More


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

New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market rose on Monday, 24 August, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East. US Treasury Secretary Sc... Read More


8th Pay Commission: 5 key changes from 7th Pay Commission that could shape salaries and allowances

New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- The 8th Pay Commission will hold meetings in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on 31 August and 1 September. Over the past few months, the panel has conducted similar consultations in West Beng... Read More


Personal loan prepayment: Should you close early? Experts explain financial impact and potential savings

New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- Paying off a personal loan before its scheduled term can reduce the interest burden and free up monthly cash flow. However, prepaying a personal loan may not always be the best f... Read More


UAN explained: What is a Universal Account Number and why does it matter for salaried employees?

New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- For salaried employees covered by the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), the Universal Account Number (UAN) is an essential identifier for helping in managing retirement savings. ... Read More


PPF vs NSC: Rs.5 lakh investment-where will you earn more in 5 years? Check calculations

New Delhi, Aug. 23 -- Do you have Rs.5 lakh to park safely for five years? Have you devised a strategy to invest these funds? What is your long-term strategy to build a meaningful corpus out of these ... Read More


8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Check Level 5-8 basic pay at 2.0, 2.1, 2.25 and 2.57 fitment factors

New Delhi, Aug. 23 -- The 8th Pay Commission completed nine months on 3 August, i.e., half of its allocated time. Soon it will have completed ten months since its constitution. It was constituted on 3... Read More


EPFO warns members: 10 years of eligible service crucial for monthly pension benefits after retirement

New Delhi, Aug. 23 -- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has urged eligible members to complete the required 10 years of eligible service to secure the benefit of a monthly pension afte... Read More