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ICICI Bank hikes home loan, other loan interest rates; check latest loan interest rates

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The marginal cost-based lending rates (MCLR) offered by ICICI Bank have increased by up to 10 basis points for all tenures. The higher interest rates are effective from March 1, 2023. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/hblQcj1 via IFTTT

How eligible employees can apply for higher pension under EPS on EPFO portal: A step-by-step guide

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Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has activated the link on the Member e-Sewa portal for the eligible EPF members to submit their application for higher pension under Employees' Pension Scheme. Here is a step by step guide on how to submit application for higher pension under EPS on the EPFO portal. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/we179sl via IFTTT

Sovereign Gold Bonds: RBI issues dates for premature redemption, check details

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The RBI released details about the SGB tranches that would be prematurely redeemed between April 1, 2023, and September 30, 2023, as well as the deadline for submitting requests for such a redemption. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Sntzs0Y via IFTTT

Bond yield reaches 7.45%: Returns from debt products are looking attractive, how to gain more from it

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Debt funds are one of the rewarding options today for the debt portion of the portfolio. The 5-year government paper, which was available at 6-6.1% in March 2022, is today available at 7.45%. ​A better approach for an investor would be to lock in to the high yields provided by central government bonds. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bzM5Oe7 via IFTTT

Cancer care is expensive; health insurance that covers cancer is not. Here’s how you can choose the right health insurance plan to protect yourself and your loved ones.

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Cancer looms as a major public health burden in India, with the number of cancer cases only projected to rise. So, are you protected? Have you invested in a robust health insurance policy providing cancer cover to ensure financial stability? If not, it’s perhaps time. The silver lining? Cancer and health insurance plans are not that expensive as popular perceptions suggest. Here, we dispel all insurance-related misinformation. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/645aDEr via IFTTT

Stay invested: Don't cancel your SIPs, the India story is not over yet!

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ET NOW's Managing Editor, Nikunj Dalmia, explains a case for staying invested in India. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/C4E0PQ2 via IFTTT

PM Kisan 13th installment released; how to check status online

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Under the PM-Kisan scheme, the eligible farmers will receive an installment of Rs 2000 into their registered bank accounts. Here is how to check if PM Kisan's 13th installment is credited online from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/save/pm-kisan-13th-installment-released-how-to-check-via-pmkisan-gov-in/articleshow/98266310.cms via IFTTT

Invest in India, Invest in Growth

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IMF has called India a ‘bright spot’. With the Indian government pushing to make the country a USD 5 trillion economy by 2026-27, India presents a flourishing heap of economic opportunities to invest in. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Z0nqycE via IFTTT

Small Finance Bank FD interest rates compared: Who is offering the highest rate?

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Small finance banks (SFBs) continue to offer the highest interest rates, ranging from 8 per cent to 9 per cent on fixed deposits (FDs) to general citizens. Here is a list of small finance banks offering the best interest rates on fixed deposits. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/6T8Rmcz via IFTTT

With volatility increasing in the capital market, now is the right time to consider phygital investing. Read to know why!

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Inflation is on the rise, and this is causing the interest rates on loans to go up. This could lead to an increase in the cost of living for people who don't have an extended income source. Additionally, the stock market is seeing high interest rates which is causing more volatility. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/60Zd7HQ via IFTTT

EPFO allows these EPS members to apply for higher pension till May 3; opens online application link

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The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has activated the link for online application form for those EPS members who missed the earlier opportunity to apply for higher pension. On the Member e-Sewa portal of EPFO, it is mentioned that these eligible employees have time till May 3, 2023, to submit application form along with other required documents for higher pension. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/vwcW5Ll via IFTTT

Best flexi-cap mutual fund managers 2022

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Meet the flexi-cap mutual fund managers who created the most wealth for investors in 2022. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/CKe9Nzf via IFTTT

How to cancel or block your HDFC Credit Card

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Owning a credit card is very easy but it is important to close when the card is lost, misplaced or close when not in use anymore. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/xF6NtsK via IFTTT

SBI vs HDFC Bank vs PNB vs ICICI Bank vs YES Bank: Bank offering FD highest interest rates

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Why applying for higher EPS pension may be a golden opportunity

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You have to be an active EPS member with contribution for a minimum of 10 years to become eligible for pension at the retirement age. If your service period under EPS is longer, your overall gain will be higher. This can become a major factor in deciding if one should go for higher EPS or not. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/4lW1yHv via IFTTT

How you can improve your credit score

Opt for automatic debit facility to pay bills and EMIs to avoid default. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/TZ7GiHL via IFTTT

Review your finances now: Four things you need to check

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6 benefits of paying your LIC premiums through net-banking

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Senior citizen FD: Earn up to 8%; check SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and IDBI Bank special fixed deposit rates

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PSU banks now offer inflation-beating FD rates

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PSU banks have taken the lead in raising deposit rates, offering as high as 8.5% to senior citizens for specific tenures. State Bank of India now offers 7.1% for a 400-day deposit, with senior citizens earning 7.6%. Among other nationalised banks offering attractive rates are Union Bank of India -7.3% for an 800-day deposit, and Central Bank 7.25% - for a 444-day deposit. Punjab and Sind Bank offers 8% for a 221-day deposit if done online, with senior citizens earning 8.5%. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/YSf7BbA via IFTTT

Can you claim higher pension from EPS if you were not contributing to EPF account in 2014?

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The Supreme Court has allowed employees to apply for higher pension under EPS if they were members on September 1, 2014. However, there may be employees who were members of EPS and/or EPF but they were not making contributions to the EPF account. This may happen because of various reasons. In such a scenario, can such an employee opt for higher pension from EPS? from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Xk9GwpS via IFTTT

UPI-PayNow linking: Who can use, daily limit, other details you must know

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How to check your EPS membership status to receive higher pension

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Many employees may be wondering if they were members of Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) on September 1, 2014 to apply for higher pension. If you are one such employee, then here is a step by step guide to check your EP and/or EPF membership status to opt for higher pension under EPS. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/ON4IKmY via IFTTT

Senior Citizen Savings Scheme vs Senior Citizens Special FDs: Which offers best returns?

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Banks including the State Bank of India (SBI), ICICI Bank, and HDFC Bank offer special fixed deposits to senior citizens with a higher interest rate for a specific tenure. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/bSDx37X via IFTTT

Will EPFO extend last date to apply for higher pension under EPS for eligible employees?

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The last date to submit the application for the higher pension under the EPS is March 3, 2023. Hower, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation issued guidelines for existing employees on February 20, 2023. With less than 12 days left for the deadline to expire, there are many documents that an individual has to submit along with the application form. Will EPFO extend deadline to apply for higher pension?​ from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/YxCaUSl via IFTTT

Decoding EPFO's new guidelines: How you can apply for higher pension now

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Retirement fund body EPFO on Monday directed its regional offices to implement the November 4 Supreme Court judgement upholding the Employees Pension (Amendment) Scheme, 2014 and laid out the procedures through which subscribers can apply for higher pension under the EPS scheme. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/etDY0Rg via IFTTT

Home loan, personal loan, car loan: No more 'penal interest' for borrowers, says RBI

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YES Bank hikes FD interest rates: General to earn 7.5%; seniors citizens to get 8%

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YES Bank has increased the interest of select tenures of fixed deposits (FDs) by 25 to 50 basis points (bps). The new fixed deposit interest rates have been effective from February 21, 2022, as per the bank's website. Check YES Bank's latest fixed deposit interest rates from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/DBr8nq4 via IFTTT

HDFC Bank hikes FD interest rates: General to get 7.1%, senior citizens can earn 7.6% on this tenure

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HDFC Bank offers interest rates ranging from 3% to 7.10% for the general public and 3.50% to 7.60% (excluding Senior Citizen Care FD) for senior citizens for tenures between 7 days and 10 years. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/mZ2CQPt via IFTTT

SBI Amrit Kalash: New FD scheme offers up to 7.60%; who are eligible, other details

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EPFO opens window for higher pension under EPS for eligible employees; read the full guidelines here

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EPFO issued a circular on February 20, 2023, with guidelines on how eligible employees who missed out on opting for a higher pension under the EPS can now apply for it. Here is the circular issued by EPFO on February 20,2023 from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/jLgFKYf via IFTTT

Tax-saving FD: These banks are offering the highest interest rates on tax-saving fixed deposits

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How will employees opting for higher EPS 95 pension compensate for lower contributions earlier?

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All eligible EPS 95 members who wish to apply for the higher pension will have to make a higher contribution towards EPS 95 from the employer’s share on the basis of the actual wages till the time they remain active members of EPF or retire. However, a higher contribution from now onwards is not enough, as they will also have to pay the additional contributions for the previous years. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Gsmv7og via IFTTT

Axis Bank hikes home loan, other loan interest rates by 10 bps

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Axis Bank has increased its marginal cost of funds-based lending rates (MCLR) across tenures by 10 basis points, according to the private sector lender’s website. The new rates are effective from February 18, 2023. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/3o2TPNh via IFTTT

EPFO issues guidelines for higher pension from EPS: Know where, how to apply

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The EPFO on February 20 released a circular providing guidelines how eligible employees can apply for higher pension under the Employees Provident Scheme (EPS). The last date to apply for higher pension is March 3, 2023 as mandated by the Supreme Court judgement. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/mpGf57s via IFTTT

When will PM Kisan 13th installment be released? Check expected date, time and other key details

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PM Kisan amount is distributed in three equal installments of Rs. 2000 each, every four months. A direct bank transfer is done to the Aadhaar-seeded account of the beneficiary. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/Xjq0UOi via IFTTT

PNB hikes FD interest rates by up to 30 bps; check latest fixed deposit rates

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The new interest rates will be applicable for fixed deposits of less than Rs 2 crore. The increased interest rates on the FDs are effective from February 20, 2023, according to the PNB website. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/NuYIfM4 via IFTTT

Lessons from the Adani affair: Stay boring and keep making money

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Investing gradually over a period, diversification, having an asset allocation limit and rebalancing is all that it takes to save an investor from even a big corporate which has produced more hot air than almost any other for a decade. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/QcH8WRk via IFTTT

5 useful tips to manage your money after a job layoff

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Being laid off can be devastating. But don't panic. Do remember that being laid off is not necessarily a reflection of your performance. Now, you need to sketch a plan for how to pay your bills, and EMIs and manage your finances till you get a new job. Here are some useful tips to manage your money after a job loss. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/tRmChSr via IFTTT

Transcending finances and finding purpose

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Money is needed for meeting our expenses, financial goals and securing material comforts. But it cannot make us happy or give us a high. Like they say, money can buy a bed, not sleep. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/uNDV7nK via IFTTT

IDFC FIRST Bank revises savings account interest rate, offers up to 7%

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IDFC FIRST Bank has revised interest rates on its savings accounts, with effect from February 15, 2023. The bank offers highest interest rate of 6.75%. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/XFgznw8 via IFTTT

PM Kisan 13th installment: These farmers may not receive next instalment, here’s why

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It has been made mandatory for the beneficiaries of the PM Kisan Scheme for e-KYC, linking bank account with Aadhaar and direct benefit transfer to a bank account for the next installment transfer from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/FESiNLC via IFTTT

IndusInd Bank offers 7.5% interest to general public, 8.25% to senior citizens; check details

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After the hike, regular depositors can now earn the highest interest rate of up to 7.5%and senior citizens can earn up to 8.25%. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/GzO12Q7 via IFTTT

EPFO update: What happens to EPF account's interest if employer fails to deposit contribution

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According to a ruling made by the Supreme Court in February 2022, an employer is required to cover damages if an employee's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) contribution is delayed. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/CvOHNdn via IFTTT

FD interest rates: This bank offers 9.5% fixed deposit interest rate for senior citizens, 9% for others

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Unity Small Finance Bank offers senior citizens a maximum interest rate of 9.50% per year on fixed deposits held for 1001 days, while regular citizens earn 9.00% per year for the same time frame from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/FDef3ua via IFTTT

Is it a bank holiday on February 18 for Mahashivratri?

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As the holiday falls on the third Saturday of the month, February will have three consecutive bank holidays on Saturday from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/rpFz2hK via IFTTT

Kotak Mahindra Bank hikes loan interest rates

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Kotak Mahindra Bank has revised its Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (K-MCLR) across all tenures after the Reserve Bank of India hiked the repo rate by 25 basis points (bps) in its latest monetary policy meeting. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/oEsSVRC via IFTTT

Paytm, Google Pay, Amazon Pay, PayU, others: Which online payment aggregator is allowed to operate, which isn't? RBI full list

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently released the status of the payment aggregators (PAs) operating in the country. All stakeholders are advised to transact with only those existing PAs (a) who have been granted in-principle authorisation or (b) whose application is currently under process, RBI said. So, if you frequently use online transactions for payments, you must know if the payment aggregator has been permitted to operate or not. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/iovult9 via IFTTT

Why avoiding auto-renewal of bank fixed deposits could get you better return now

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Bank fixed deposits: Auto-renewal may not be the best option for investors, especially in the current scenario, when the interest rates on deposits are rising. You may be missing out on an opportunity to earn a better interest rate from your fixed deposit if you have opted for auto-renewal now. ET Wealth explains how auto-renewal of FDs works and when you could opt for it and when you could avoid it. from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/LyUnEB3 via IFTTT

Tax saving options for salaried individuals

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Now separate forms for Aadhaar enrollment and updation for adults, children in different age groups

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The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) announced that different forms will be used for Aadhaar enrolment and updating of Adult residents (>18 years) and Children (0-5 and 5-18 age groups separately). from Personal Finance News-Wealth-Economic Times https://ift.tt/kFAjvVP via IFTTT