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Healing Illnesses With Ease

Availing mediclaim policies can help one save money substantially.

Plan Early For Sunny Winter Of Life

Approach towards retirement is changing and so are the needs

What's Brewing In Markets?

Vivek Malik, Preeti Kulkarni and Himali Patel look into how the fortunes of select funds have changed over the years and what experts foresee of the markets.

'We Are Committed to the Retail Market in India'

We have a retail DNA and would likr to offer productd that market needs, says Suresh Soni, in conversation with Preeti Kulkarni.

Defining Retail Investor

There are about 12 million retail investor accounts in the stock markets and many of them are dormant or have low activity in them.

A Meaningful Retirement

At 42, Patiala-based Sonia Goyal is midway into her retirement plans.

Choices In Pensions

Retirement planning has three important constituents.

When Markets Turn

When I entered the financial industry as a young professional, India was just emerging from the balance of payment crisis, the overall confidence in the market was hit by the securities scam, and economy was still in the early stages of liberalisation.

'Multiple efforts have resulted in overall growth'

Focus on market segments and dwelling deep into them has augured well for us and investors, says A. Balasubramanian in a conversation with Narayan Krishnamurthy.

Reinvestment Risk: How To Buckle It

When interest rates on fixed deposits slide, consider other options like equity and gold to fetch long-term regular income

Powerful Drive

With focus on renewable energy, POWERGRID is seamlessly taking care of country’s power needs.

Safety In Transactions Digital

Demonetisation or not, digital transactions are increasing each passing year, making it that much important for you to tread safely.

Be Cautious On The Road

New Motor Vehicles Law and change in insurance premiums need to be viewed with seriousness lest you face penalties and need to cough up money.

Policy Renewal Is Vital

It is not enough to buy a life insurance policy; to ensure its continuity through the tenure, renewing the policy is essential.

Investing For Young Indians

Consider age-appropriate diversified asset spread including equity for longterm goals, debt for emergency funds and liquid assets, advises Motilal Oswal.

Helping The Help

Your domestic help could need more than just timely salaries and occasional loans to tide over financial crunch. Preeti Kulkarni outlines steps you can take to improve the quality of their financial lives

The Islands Of Adventure

Present day Andamans offers scenic beauty as well as a peek into its chequered past. This is one trip that leaves you wanting more. M Venkatesh.

Why You Need A Financial Checklist

Checklists existed long before The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande became popular.

Kyrgyzstan, The Spectacular Jewel Of Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan, the resource-rich jewel of central Asia, shares political, economic and cultural interests with India, discovers Anil Ahuja.

Approaching The Finishing Line

The last leg of your financial life can be enriching if you have more time in hand to pursue the hobbies you put on hold, says Preeti Kulkarni.

The New Work Space

In the initial stages of your start-up, it makes sense to work out of a coworking space, says Anagh Pal.

Social Media Tools & Tips

Tushar Kanwar hand-picks tools and tips to help you create the necessary social media toolkit to set you off to a great start.

Preparing For A Baby

Kids should not cost you a fortune; there is no harm in preparing yourself financially before they actually arrive, says Himali Patel

The Growing Years

Life gets complex with growing children. Everything from clothes to expenses grow, so make sure you have a plan to fund their future needs.

A Must In Your Protection Portfolio

Add personal accident and critical illness covers to your protection portfolio to ensure complete financial security against risks, by Preeti Kulkarni

Thrill Seekers Welcome

The story of two techies changing the Himalayan landscape with customised treks that are affordable and gaining popularity.

Combining Learning With Earning

Rising education costs can be managed if planned well. If you are short on funds, worry not—education loans and scholarships could turn into a way out, by Rounak Kumar Gunjan

Italy An Artist's Paradise

From Rome to Florence to Venice, this European destination will be hugely rewarding with everything that it offers.

Heavy Losses, Yet Share Prices Soar

The State Bank of India, which reported poor quarterly results in May, expects to improve margins and turnaround in the next two years.

The Warren & Charlie Show

The Oracle of Omaha and his long-time partner, Charlie Munger, shared insights right from moats to cryptocurrencies at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting at Omaha.