Tinesh Bhasin And Abhijit Lele

Stories by Tinesh Bhasin And Abhijit Lele

Why expensive gifts are bad tax news

Why expensive gifts are bad tax news

Rediff.com   19 Dec 2018

Tinesh Bhasin explains the tax liabilities that accompany receiving a gift.

Why RERA scores over consumer courts for home-buyers

Why RERA scores over consumer courts for home-buyers

Rediff.com   16 Dec 2018

State real estate regulators are the best option for home-buyers when it comes to seeking relief. The cases are disposed much faster, and the individuals don't need to engage lawyers as the process is simpler, says Tinesh Bhasin.

Should you invest in smart-beta funds?

Should you invest in smart-beta funds?

Rediff.com   13 Dec 2018

'Investors should allocate about 5% to 10% to such funds.'

What RBI's capital adequacy move means for banks

What RBI's capital adequacy move means for banks

Rediff.com   21 Nov 2018

For banks, the package will limit the burden of provisioning for stressed loans. Besides, the proposed restructuring package for MSMEs with a credit of up to Rs 25 crore is expected to provide a breather to units from this sector.

For BoB, Vijaya, Dena Bank, single brand is the first challenge

For BoB, Vijaya, Dena Bank, single brand is the first challenge

Rediff.com   6 Nov 2018

If a name does not unify the three, there could be continued clash of identities, which could splinter the brand even before it takes shape, say Abhijit Lele and Nikhat Hetavkar.

Want to buy gold this Dhanteras? Look at Sovereign Gold Bonds

Want to buy gold this Dhanteras? Look at Sovereign Gold Bonds

Rediff.com   5 Nov 2018

The best part is that an investor gets price appreciation and earns interest income as well, which is unique only to sovereign gold bond.

RBI deputy governor fires salvo at government

RBI deputy governor fires salvo at government

Rediff.com   27 Oct 2018

Governments that did not respect the central bank's independence would sooner or later incur the wrath of financial markets, ignite economic fire, and come to rue the day they undermined the regulatory institution, Deputy Governor Viral Acharya warned.

Will banks lend cash to strapped NBFCs?

Will banks lend cash to strapped NBFCs?

Rediff.com   26 Oct 2018

The problem for the NBFC sector is the funding inertia by banks and not lack of funds.

Mobile wallets vs UPI-based apps: Which should you use?

Mobile wallets vs UPI-based apps: Which should you use?

Rediff.com   25 Oct 2018

UPI transactions are growing faster, but wallets remain relevant for those without a bank account and seeking cashbacks.

This Dussehra, hike gold allocation in your portfolio

This Dussehra, hike gold allocation in your portfolio

Rediff.com   19 Oct 2018

Analysts say investors should increase their exposure to gold up to 10% of their portfolio, depending on their comfort with a 2-year horizon. But avoid investing in physical gold or deposit schemes run by jewellers

IL&FS impact: Prolonged liquidity crisis will hit economy, says Moody's

IL&FS impact: Prolonged liquidity crisis will hit economy, says Moody's

Rediff.com   16 Oct 2018

The current episode highlights the structural vulnerabilities in the liquidity management practices of Indian NBFIs

Investing in PMS? Here's what you MUST do

Investing in PMS? Here's what you MUST do

Rediff.com   15 Oct 2018

Don't forget to ask for quarterly audited statement of transactions in your account. This will make it easier for you to calculate your tax liability and pay it on time.

Why it makes sense to invest in small savings schemes

Why it makes sense to invest in small savings schemes

Rediff.com   4 Oct 2018

Those willing to take a higher risk for higher returns can look at AAA-rated non-convertible debentures from reputed issuers.

IL&FS' lenders to feel heat of defaults in Q2

IL&FS' lenders to feel heat of defaults in Q2

Rediff.com   3 Oct 2018

PSB executives said loans to group holding company IL&FS and entities might still be treated as "standard".

IL&FS to raise Rs 15,000 crore, hike borrowing limit

IL&FS to raise Rs 15,000 crore, hike borrowing limit

Rediff.com   1 Oct 2018

The IL&FS group has a complicated structure, with the holding company owning stakes in its financial services arm as well as the subsidiaries that operate its infrastructure assets.

IL&FS now looks at restructuring, appoints consultant

IL&FS now looks at restructuring, appoints consultant

Rediff.com   30 Sep 2018

Alvarez & Marsal will develop a detailed restructuring plan for the group to demonstrate to shareholders and lenders that it was self-sufficient in repaying its liabilities. So far, the IL&FS management had been working on its revival plan.

BoB, Dena, Vijaya Bank merger: Employees have nothing to fear

BoB, Dena, Vijaya Bank merger: Employees have nothing to fear

Rediff.com   20 Sep 2018

Vijaya Bank assured employees that the service conditions 'will remain unaffected and staff benefits retained'

Rana Kapoor to remain Yes Bank chief till January end

Rana Kapoor to remain Yes Bank chief till January end

Rediff.com   20 Sep 2018

The RBI has cited corporate governance and regulatory issues for not extending Kapoor's term. Further, the lender has been directed to search for a successor.

Buying a car? Opt for bundled auto insurance

Buying a car? Opt for bundled auto insurance

Rediff.com   12 Sep 2018

Experts suggest that it's best to go for the bundled product that has only one-year own damage cover.

Has gold lost its Midas touch?

Has gold lost its Midas touch?

Rediff.com   4 Sep 2018

Despite returns from gold down over 5% in the past three months, it is a good idea to keep this asset class in your portfolio.