The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and indulgence. With Diwali, Christmas, and Eid just around the corner, many companies across India offer festive bonuses to their employees as a reward for their hard work. This extra income can set you up for long-term financial success if managed wisely. While it’s tempting to …
Dussehra, the festival that symbolises the triumph of good over evil, is a powerful reminder of the importance of eliminating the negative forces in our lives. As Ravana’s statue burns, it marks the end of evil, and similarly, we can symbolically burn away our financial vices. This Dussehra, it’s time to confront your financial demons, …
This blog draws parallels between the nine nights of Navratri and key financial lessons, from resilience and knowledge to perseverance and balance, to inspire financial planning and decision-making. Navratri is a time of joy, celebration, and deep spiritual significance. It marks nine nights dedicated to honouring the divine feminine. Each night is associated with a …
Welcome VISHVASYA, the new Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) Blockchain Technology Stack that offers geographically distributed infrastructure. It is seen as one of the most significant innovations in the fintech industry and digital technology powered service industry after UPI and other digital payment gateway that has become an integral part of our daily life. The new service has …
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS), the international financial institution owned by global member central banks, had conducted a survey on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and here are the key findings that show that 94% of surveyed central banks are exploring CBDCs, compared to 90% in 20211. This indicates a growing interest in CBDCs …
When it comes to investing, many people seek options that offer both safety and a guaranteed return. Below are three such investment ideas that provide risk-free and assured returns, making them attractive for conservative investors. Investment Name Interest Rate (Income on Rs 10L) Taxation Lock-In Period Maximum Investment RBI Floating Rate Bond 7.70% + 0.35% …
India’s Sovereign Debt Goes Global In a landmark decision, JPMorgan Chase has begun incorporating Indian government bonds into its Global Bond Index – Emerging Market (GBI-EM), a critical benchmark for institutional investors worldwide. This inclusion marks a turning point for India’s financial landscape, with far-reaching implications. A Market on the Rise India’s sovereign bond market, …
Planning for your child’s future is crucial, and making informed investment decisions can pave the way for a secure financial journey. In this article, we will explore five investment options tailored to ensure a prosperous future for your child. 1. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is specifically designed for the benefit of a …
The Employee Provident Fund (EPF) serves as a crucial retirement savings scheme for employees in India, administered by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). As financial security during retirement becomes increasingly important, understanding the EPF withdrawal rules and procedures is essential. This guide provides an in-depth look at the various types of EPF withdrawals and …
The eligibility limit for Employee Provident Fund (EPF) withdrawal regarding medical emergencies has been moved up to ₹1,00,000 from the previous limit of ₹50,000. This change has been made under Paragraph 68J of Form 31 under the EPFO rules, which allows the contributor to request an advance for coverage of medical expenses – either for …
