Priyadarshini Maji And Tinesh Bhasin

Stories by Priyadarshini Maji And Tinesh Bhasin

DeMo my foot! Cash still rules in India

DeMo my foot! Cash still rules in India

Rediff.com   9 Oct 2017

Even the well heeled in metros find it difficult to go completely digital. Cash withdrawals from ATMs are back at the same level as they were before demonetisation

4 smart ways to save big when shopping online

4 smart ways to save big when shopping online

Rediff.com   5 Oct 2017

Websites that compare product prices and offer cashback can help you get attractive deals and discounts.

Buying health insurance? Why medical tests are important

Buying health insurance? Why medical tests are important

Rediff.com   2 Oct 2017

To avoid a claim rejection for chronic diseases, ensure proper medical records, experts tell Tinesh Bhasin

Mistakes that retail investors make

Mistakes that retail investors make

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2017

Retail investors usually get caught up in the frenzy of a bull market and burn their fingers in IPOs, warns Tinesh Bhasin.

Tips to make the best use of airline discounts

Tips to make the best use of airline discounts

Rediff.com   29 Sep 2017

Deals from online travel portals, in partnership with credit cards, are good.

E-com complaints: Consumers have more power now

E-com complaints: Consumers have more power now

Rediff.com   25 Sep 2017

Consumers can easily file cases against e-tailers now.

Now, invest in diamonds for just Rs 125!

Now, invest in diamonds for just Rs 125!

Rediff.com   22 Sep 2017

Diamond prices vary purely on demand and supply. You can make extraordinary returns within six months or it can even take years.

Investing in debt funds, but afraid of risks?

Investing in debt funds, but afraid of risks?

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2017

While debt funds have emerged as the flavour of the season, not all investors understand debt funds. So the best they can do is put trust in the fund manager and the fund house.

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Fixed-line vs 4G Internet: Which is cheaper?

Rediff.com   28 Aug 2017

Fixed-line Internet is consistent and translates into a better experience for users.

Markets at new highs? Don't sell and exit entirely

Markets at new highs? Don't sell and exit entirely

Rediff.com   18 Aug 2017

You may invest even at current market levels provided you have an investment horizon of five years or more.

GST: 3 challenges for professionals/freelancers

GST: 3 challenges for professionals/freelancers

Rediff.com   17 Aug 2017

'The professional or the freelancer needs to pay taxes from his pocket first and then wait for payments from his clients.'

Pay all bills, make investments from one place

Pay all bills, make investments from one place

Rediff.com   11 Aug 2017

BBPS allows you to pay electricity, telephone, water supply, gas and DTH bills. Its scope will be expanded to include other payments like school and university fees, government taxes, insurance premiums, mutual fund investments, even credit card bills.

Now, get a personal loan at your ATM

Now, get a personal loan at your ATM

Rediff.com   8 Aug 2017

Private banks and start-ups offer instant loans on apps as well as through ATMs.

Beware of fake income tax e-mails

Beware of fake income tax e-mails

Rediff.com   4 Aug 2017

If you receive an email claiming to be from the income tax department that there's an outstanding tax demand that you need to pay immediately, don't get alarmed. Get cautious.

Buying insurance for parents? Some tips

Buying insurance for parents? Some tips

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2017

Don't go for family floater plans; though convenient they cost you more.

When India's taxman gets cool...

When India's taxman gets cool...

Rediff.com   2 Aug 2017

The I-T department's app is useful for those looking for information, grievance redress, and resolving PAN- or TAN-related issues.

How to protect your online data from hackers

How to protect your online data from hackers

Rediff.com   28 Jul 2017

Beware, it's not just criminals who want your data!

6 ways filing IT returns has become more complicated

6 ways filing IT returns has become more complicated

Rediff.com   21 Jul 2017

New ITR form may be simpler, but some changes could stump you.

Changing jobs? Here's how to file your tax returns

Changing jobs? Here's how to file your tax returns

Rediff.com   17 Jul 2017

It's better to inform your new employer about income earned and deduction availed with the previous one.

Flight cancelled because of bad weather?

Flight cancelled because of bad weather?

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2017

Monsoon delay? Claiming compensation from an airline isn't easy.