Planning

September 24, 2022 10:30 PM IST

Delhi government has started process of preparing its budget for 2023-24

The Finance Department has initiated the process of preparation of the revised estimates (RE) for 2022-23 and budget estimates (BE) for 2023-24, asking departments to stick to prescribed format in furnishing facts and figures

Women's presence in a sector is a barometer of how fair the business is: Housing Secretary

Joshi also said that whether it is a small or big city, people should be able to reach offices from home within 15 minutes.

How big must your emergency fund be?

Delhi Draft Master Plan 2041: Does it take into account exigencies such as COVID-19?

The plan has derived its set of learnings from the pandemic that has demonstrated the need to create self-contained and mixed-use areas with a decentralised infrastructure

Mutual funds join hands to induct 50,000 more distributors to widen reach

Through a new portal expertmfd.com the industry aims to attract fresh talent to ensure wider distribution of mutual funds in India.

Want to quit your job and do your own thing? 5 factors to ponder before taking the plunge

Set aside two-and-a-half years’ expenses before you make the move

Gold returns 25% so far this year; should you buy more or just hold?

Though gold has done well in the past and investors are chasing it, you have to be prudent with your allocation to gold.

City planners may cut down size of National Capital Region for better management, protection of farmers

City planners from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi are deliberating two options – the first being a 35,000 sq km NCR and the second comprising 45,000 sq km.

Explainer | Wealth creation: Why you must focus on investing as much as possible for the longer term

The longer you let your money work hard, the more money you take home. If you keep investing your monthly commitment, you will walk away with a large sum.

Urban Planning | The potential of moving the national capital

All over the world, there are examples of economic cities being different from political

Explainer | Why and how to maintain an emergency fund

The idea is to overcome a situation such as job loss or an accident which would lead to loss of income.

Explainer | Five situations when you should review your financial plan

Financial plan comprises financial goals that define one’s aspirations and the planned strategy to achieve those.

Here's how to fund your child’s education

It is better to start with two important numbers – the future value of the goal and the time in hand

Explainer | SMART tips to set your financial goals

Clearly defining financial goal makes it easy to draw a financial plan

Viewpoint | Tips that new generation can follow to cut down on debt burden

High interest debts are the worst debts, clearing them should be the first priority. Generally credit card loans, or personal loans carry heavy interest rate, therefore, targeting them first will make sense.

RBI gives nod to compensation framework for digital payment systems

The Reserve Bank of India proposes to put in place a framework on turnaround time for the resolution of customer complaints and compensation framework across all authorised payment systems by the end of June 2019.

You can make your investment journey as smooth as a road journey

Financial planning is a chain of events which are process led and missing out on even one of the links is catastrophic. A comprehensive financial advisor is the key to meeting your financial goals.

Buying unlisted shares and AIF units a tightrope walk, retail investors should stay away

Distress sales of unlisted shares and alternate investment funds units may offer value. But the road is fraught with risks

Tax calendar FY20: Plan your investments better by marking the important dates

This financial calendar will aid you to plan your taxes, remind to file your income tax on time and save on penalty

Here's what millennials can do to make money from equity market

Direct equities may not be the best option for those who are starting out; stick to mutual funds’ systematic investment plans.

Viewpoint | Let’s talk money, honey! Importance of discussing finances in a marriage

To know a person fully, it is important to know their attitudes towards money. This is a critical step towards being truly ready for your happily-ever-after story.

Viewpoint | Is Google the right advisor for making your investments decisions?

Google is using a very, very, very old piece of information in an advertisement in today's time. And that is precisely risk you run of what you get when you search on Google.

Executing a will: The meaning and significance of probate

Probate means certification of the copy of the will under the court’s seal

'Introduce incentives to widen digital payments in India'

The RBI could explore introduction of tangible benefits such as income tax incentives based on the digital transactions consumers initiate, while merchants could get GST credits based on the volume of digital payments they accept

Don't be fooled by Women's Day offers on savings bank accounts, look before you leap

Savings bank accounts specifically targeted at women come with extra features. But check if you really need them as they come with additional cost.