Everyone’s Rich – except you? Have you ever scrolled through Instagram and suddenly felt like the whole world is making money, and you’re the only one getting left behind?Someone just posted up a brand new car, courtesy of their crypto winnings, another has just bailed on their job to go and trade stocks full-time and … Read more
If you’ve been scrolling through LinkedIn recently, you might’ve noticed something exciting — Elon Musk’s Starlink is officially hiring in India, and not just for engineers or techies. The satellite internet giant is opening finance-related roles in accounting, payments, treasury, and tax based out of Bangalore. This move signals one thing loud and clear: Starlink … Read more
Introduction Not long ago, a neatly formatted resume was your golden ticket to a job interview. The job market is changing fast. Just like we moved from paper PF slips to everything going digital on EPFO’s member portal, hiring processes are also shifting away from “old-school CVs” to newer, more dynamic ways of showcasing talent. … Read more
You might be thinking, I have some cash to deposit but how do I do it without attracting a tax notice? Many salaried individuals, freelancers, or small business owners in India face this concern. Cash transactions are closely monitored, especially if the amounts are high. Understanding the rules around PAN, SFT, and Section 269ST is … Read more
Most of us start the month with big savings goals but end up wondering, “Where did all my money go?” by the 20th. Sounds familiar? With rising expenses, EMIs, kids’ school fees, and lifestyle choices like weekend outings and online shopping, budgeting has become more crucial than ever. That’s where the 20-30-50 rule comes in. … Read more
You might be wondering, “Does the colour of my passport actually change anything?” On the face of it, a passport is just a travel document. But for many Indians like salaried employees like Ravi, parents planning a family holiday, and small business owners travelling for trade, the passport colour (and more broadly, passport strength) affects … Read more
UPI has made payments quick and effortless in India, but studies show it also fuels overspending. Instant payments, cashbacks, and auto-debits often push us to spend more than we realize. Here’s why it happens and simple budgeting hacks to stay in control Introduction Think about the last time you ordered chai from your local tapri, … Read more
When you think of entrepreneurship, you often picture founders trying to “leave a mark” on the world—dreaming of building something that lasts forever. But in a candid episode of Raj Shamani’s Figuring Out podcast, Kunal Shah, founder of CRED, offered a refreshing reality check. “In 50, 100 years, you will be forgotten.” With that one … Read more
