As medical costs rise and life stages shift, the difference between a standard policy and a structured one often comes down to the riders you choose. Customisation usually beats a one-size-fits-all approach. It’s true in the products we buy, the playlists we listen to, the travel we plan, and even the way we invest. We’ve…
Tata Asset Management has announced the launch of the Titanium Equity Long-Short Fund, an actively managed strategy that will take both long and short positions in equities and equity derivatives, with flexibility to adjust exposure across market cycles. The fund is being introduced under the Titanium Specialised Investment Fund (SIF) platform and is positioned in…
With equity markets stabilising after recent volatility, investors may need to recalibrate strategies amid elevated valuations and uneven recovery across segments. Vishal Chopda, Senior Vice President – Equity at UTI AMC, outlines a measured approach to portfolio allocation. Valuations remain elevated; avoid incremental risk Chopda said Indian equities continue to trade in expensive territory, even…
PB Fintech Group’s vehicle services platform, PB Wheels, is expanding its offerings to integrate a broader range of services aimed at vehicle owners, including insurance management, servicing, compliance tracking and related utilities. The Gurugram-based company said the platform is being positioned as a unified digital interface that allows users to manage multiple aspects of vehicle…
The cancellation of the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank Limited by the Reserve Bank of India has raised immediate questions for millions of users. While the regulator has moved to wind up the bank, it has also made clear that depositors’ interests are protected and that an orderly exit process is underway. What the…
The government has outlined a payment framework for Fixed Medical Allowance (FMA) to pensioners and family pensioners covered under the National Pension System (NPS), with a fresh Office Memorandum issued by the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO). The move standardises how eligible retirees receive medical support, shifting the process toward automated, bank-led disbursal and reducing…
Gold and silver prices opened the week on a weaker note, pressured by a firm US dollar and rising crude oil prices, as investors recalibrated expectations around inflation and interest rates amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Spot gold eased about 0.3% to near $4,694 per ounce, while COMEX gold futures hovered at $4,713 an ounce, down…
The Income-tax Department has introduced Form No. 128, replacing the earlier Form 13, as part of the transition to the Income-tax Act, 2025. The form enables taxpayers to seek relief from standard tax deduction or collection rates by applying for a lower or nil rate certificate. Here’s how the process works and what has changed….
Usage of reward points in India is evolving, with consumers integrating them into everyday transactions rather than limiting them to occasional or high-value redemptions. The shift reflects a broader trend toward real-time usage of loyalty benefits across routine spending categories. Amit Koshal, Co-founder and CEO of TWID, said the change is being driven by a…
Property ownership in India involves more than purchasing and registering an asset. According to real estate and fintech experts, it also depends on maintaining consistent documentation and records across payments, approvals, and transactions. With digitisation expanding across property-related services, the focus is shifting toward verification, traceability, and compliance readiness. Why property-related records are important Sanjay…
