Money Matters 
You might be wondering everyone talks about mutual funds and stocks, so why does EPF still matter? Let me tell you about Ravi, a 40-year-old marketing professional in Pune. For years he barely noticed the small monthly deduction on his salary slip. Fifteen years on, that “forgotten” amount became a tidy chunk he used to … Read more
In a major real estate move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has snapped up a 4.16-acre plot in Mumbai’s prime business hub, Nariman Point, for a whopping ₹3,472 crore. The land was purchased from the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (MMRCL) and officially registered on September 5, with a stamp duty of ₹208.3 crore, … Read more
If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably heard the buzz around GST 2.0. From your neighborhood vegetable vendor to that software engineer friend in Bangalore, everyone seems to have questions about what’s changing and how it affects them. The truth is, GST 2.0 isn’t just another government announcement that you can ignore. Starting September 22, … Read more
You might have heard about GST 2.0 sweeping changes starting September 22, 2025, but one question every prospective buyer is asking: “Will GST 2.0 make my car or bike cheaper?” Ravi, a 35-year-old banking professional in Delhi, has been saving up for a compact hatchback and is curious if this reform will lower the road tax … Read more
Just Imagine that You’re at the grocery store checkout, and suddenly your monthly essentials bill is ₹1,200 less than usual. Your shampoo, toothpaste, and even that packet of namkeen everything costs a bit less. Then your builder calls to say your under-construction flat just got more affordable because cement prices dropped. Sounds too good to … Read more
Remember when GST was first introduced in 2017? You probably thought, “Finally, one nation, one tax!” But then came the confusion of multiple slabs – 5%, 12%, 18%, 28% – making even a simple grocery bill feel like solving a math puzzle. Well, here’s some good news that’ll make your September brighter than expected. On … Read more
Veteran investor Devina Mehra shares crucial insights on why you should never put 100% in equity, the imperative of global investing due to rupee depreciation, and disciplined exit strategies for Indian investors. In today’s digital age, investing often gets portrayed as a simple, quick path to wealth, with many believing that small investments can rapidly … Read more
You know what? Just when I was discussing mutual fund investments with my friend Priya last week, she mentioned how intimidating the whole process seemed to her. She’s a marketing manager in Pune, earns well, but has been sticking to traditional savings accounts and fixed deposits. Well, I’ve got some exciting news for women like … Read more
Every year, the Reliance Annual General Meeting (AGM) isn’t just a corporate event; it’s a barometer for India’s economic trajectory and technological future. The 48th Reliance AGM 2025, held on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, was no exception. With global economies navigating significant uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), a true powerhouse … Read more
If you’re a salaried employee in India, chances are that a small portion of your salary disappears every month into something called the Employee Provident Fund (EPF). You might have even noticed it on your payslip as a deduction. But have you ever wondered — Where exactly is this money going? How much will you really get … Read more