Sarbajeet K Sen, Business Standard

Stories by Sarbajeet K Sen, Business Standard

What Are Dividend Funds?

What Are Dividend Funds?

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2024

'For those seeking regular income, these funds provide a steady stream of income through dividends.'

Want To Invest In Banking Funds?

Want To Invest In Banking Funds?

Rediff.com   11 Sep 2024

'It's advisable not to go overboard on a banking sector fund or any other sector fund.'

FoFs May Be Perfect Fit for DIY Investors

FoFs May Be Perfect Fit for DIY Investors

Rediff.com   9 Sep 2024

'By investing in a basket of funds, FoFs can help minimise the impact of underperforming funds, thus reducing overall investment risk.'

Airfares Rise By 53% As Competition Fades

Airfares Rise By 53% As Competition Fades

Rediff.com   5 Sep 2024

Indigo has zero competition on 61.2 per cent of its 838 domestic routes.

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Dahi Handi: Insurers Cover 90,000+ Govindas

Rediff.com   26 Aug 2024

'As on August 25, 94,753 Govindas have been insured.' 'This number is expected to rise further, as proposals for 5,000 to 8,000 Govindas are received daily.'

Airfares Already Soar For Diwali!

Airfares Already Soar For Diwali!

Rediff.com   20 Aug 2024

'Airlines are aware that during peak times like Diwali, demand will be high, so prices remain steep even for tickets purchased 90 days ahead.'

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

The Nehruvian Who Fell Out With Sonia Gandhi

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2024

Because of his proximity to Indira Gandhi, he was able to intervene directly at the level of the PMO, which he did in the days leading up to the partition of Pakistan in 1971 when he transferred crucial information about Pakistan's moves via information handed to him by an East Pakistani diplomat in Poland where he was posted.

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

'Brand' Welcome Awaits Olympic Stars

Rediff.com   12 Aug 2024

'The Paris Olympics has once again blessed the Indian sports marketing landscape with fresh faces and promises.' 'Expect at least one biopic.'

MFs Boom Despite Market Volatility

MFs Boom Despite Market Volatility

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Mutual Fund inflows in FY25 have already reached two-thirds of the total inflows seen in the entire FY24, with net inflows standing at Rs 1.3 trillion.

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao In Supreme Court

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Lawyers flooded the courtroom of Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud to witness the proceedings as one special guest -- Aamir Khan -- was seated in the front row.

Sebi Can't Recover Rs 76,293 Cr Dues!

Sebi Can't Recover Rs 76,293 Cr Dues!

Rediff.com   10 Aug 2024

Out of 3,871 recovery certificates issued by the regulator in various cases, 807 have been certified as difficult to recover.

When To Invest In Debt Funds

When To Invest In Debt Funds

Rediff.com   9 Aug 2024

To minimise risk, invest in a debt fund whose duration matches your investment timeframe.

Budget Eases TDS, TCS For Salaried Class

Budget Eases TDS, TCS For Salaried Class

Rediff.com   6 Aug 2024

'Earlier there was no provision for considering TCS collected from the taxpayer for overall tax computation.' 'Now, credit will be given by the employer for TCS already collected to consider net tax to be deductible.'

Where Is Gold Headed?

Where Is Gold Headed?

Rediff.com   3 Aug 2024

Most investors should have a 5% to 10% allocation to gold for diversification. They should stagger their investments to mitigate timing risk.

Who Should Invest In ELSS?

Who Should Invest In ELSS?

Rediff.com   31 Jul 2024

Investors with a long-term horizon and high-risk appetite seeking capital appreciation can consider investing in ELSS.

How The Budget Impacts Property Sales

How The Budget Impacts Property Sales

Rediff.com   24 Jul 2024

'The move to remove indexation benefits on LTCGs presently available for property, gold, and other unlisted assets may have a negative impact as it directly impacts real estate investors.'

What You Should Know About Multicap Funds

What You Should Know About Multicap Funds

Rediff.com   19 Jul 2024

Investors keen on mid and smallcap stocks but wary of volatility should consider multicap equity schemes over standalone midcap or smallcap schemes.

What Are Money Market Funds?

What Are Money Market Funds?

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2024

MMFs invest in fixed-income instruments maturing in less than one year, minimising interest-rate risk.

Spend Wisely On A Credit Card!

Spend Wisely On A Credit Card!

Rediff.com   10 Jul 2024

'Lack of self-control over spending leads to a credit card debt trap.' 'People think they have money and spend using a credit card, but when it's time to pay, they realise they don't have the money.'

Want To Invest In Broad Index Funds?

Want To Invest In Broad Index Funds?

Rediff.com   5 Jul 2024

'An equity-based index fund should be held for more than five years to average out market volatility and achieve financial goals.'