Explained: All Eyes on Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget Box — Will Standard Deduction Cross ₹1 Lakh in Budget 2026?

The countdown to Budget 2026 has begun, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to present the Union Budget in less than two weeks. This year’s budget presentation is noteworthy for an...

Sovereign Gold Bonds Create Massive Wealth: Investors Triple Money in 5 Years, Here’s the Full Return Math

Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) have once again proven why they are considered one of the most rewarding gold investment options in India. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the premature...

Gold Prices Dip Slightly, Silver Hits Monthly High — Check Today’s Rates Before Buying

If you’re planning to invest in gold or silver today, it’s wise to pause and review the latest prices. On January 16, 2026, gold prices in India saw a marginal decline, while silver c...

ICICI Prudential AMC Enters SIF Space, Investors Need Minimum ₹10 Lakh to Get Started

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (ICICI Pru AMC) has officially entered the Specialised Investment Fund (SIF) segment, marking a significant development in India’s evolving investm...

Unemployment Allowance Scheme: This State Government Offers Monthly Support of ₹1,000–₹1,500 to Jobless Youth

Rising unemployment continues to be a serious concern for educated youth across India, especially in hilly and rural states where job opportunities are limited. To address this challenge and provide f...

Taxable Income Between ₹8 Lakh and ₹15 Lakh: Old vs New Income Tax Regime Explained with Clear Calculations

With every Union Budget, one of the most closely watched announcements by India’s middle class revolves around personal income tax. Over the past few years, the government has consistently pushe...

8th Pay Commission May Boost Salaries More Than Expected: Why Slow DA Growth Could Work in Employees’ Favor

The 8th Pay Commission has emerged as a major source of hope for central government employees and pensioners. While discussions around the new pay panel usually focus on the fitment factor and ba...

Build a ₹47 Lakh Fund for Your Daughter with This Government Scheme Offering 8.2% Interest and Zero Tax

  In today’s era of rising inflation, planning early for a daughter’s education and marriage has become more important than ever. Higher education costs and wedding expenses are incr...

Explained: Which is more powerful today—gold or oil? The answer might surprise you

Over the last five years, gold and silver prices have surged to record highs, outperforming many global assets. At the same time, geopolitics keeps reminding us that crude oil (black gold) still...

Explained: Big relief for government employees before the 8th Pay Commission—what is the new composite salary account?

Ahead of the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, the central government has rolled out a major welfare step for its employees. A new composite salary account package has been launched, turn...