'Investing in these funds makes sense if their net yield over better-quality funds -- corporate bond funds or banking and PSU funds -- is meaningful.'
Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks.
Bappi Lahiri realised disco was a winning ticket and escalated his game with several more dancefloor perennials. Soon, every film producer and music director in town was down with disco fever. On what would have been Bappi Lahiri's 73rd birthday this November 27, Dinesh Raheja rewinds to the late music composer's halcyon days.
'Some time back, music was just noise.' 'Producers wrongly think item songs sell better.' 'Audiences are intelligent, they accept whatever you give, but that doesn't mean you can fool them.'
The message from Sunday's event will undoubtedly reverberate globally. It's a landmark occasion that will be remembered for generations and will inspire many other states to introduce the story of Rajendra Chola into school curricula, says Tarun Vijay.
Loan defaults are not the only reason why you get a low credit score. Rajiv Raj of CreditVidya.com debunks five popular credit score-myths.
Whether you like it or not, money does play a huge role in deciding your future spouse.
Join Rajiv Raj of Credit Vidya on how you can protect yourself from credit card frauds and identity thefts at 2pm today on Rediff ZaraBol.
And get lenders offer you the best possible interest rates on home, personal and car loans.
Credit Vidya helps lenders assess credit and fraud risk for thin-file and new-to-credit customers.
Every year has its share of duds and turkeys. 2024 was no different except that even the rotten ones are too drab to have any real offence value.
Bollywood's gorgeous actresses turned up to celebrate five years of Applause Entertainment.
Celebrity stylists Pranay and Shounak open up about dressing up Vidya and other celebs.
Did you know Dev Anand worked as a clerk at a salary of Rs 85 before he became an actor?
Each enquiry could pull down the credit score by 5-10 points.
An error does not become a mistake until you refuse to correct it. Errors in your CIBIL credit report can become costly mistakes if you do not rectify them in time. So next time you get your CIBIL report, do not just see the score and tuck it away.
'A dynamic bond fund acts like a gilt fund in a rate cut scenario and like a conservative short-term bond fund when rates rise.'
A bad Cibil credit score can limit your borrowing options; however there are few other options which you can explore for credit.
Outright fear and lack of awareness can harm your CIBIL score
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Credit cards, if used properly, can be a great way to build one's CIBIL score.
Who could have thought that credit card spending offers a peep not only into the financial health but also into the behaviour of a person!
A lot of laughs, a lot of tears and, of course, a lot of questions end Kaun Banega Crorepati 9.
The world is celebrating Raj Kapoor's birth centenary, but when was the last time you watched an RK film?
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Here's how you can plan better and pay smarter!
Whether it is the virtual world or the physical one using your credit card with a few precautions go a long way in keeping it safe. Be cautious and do not become a statistic in the growing credit card fraud!
If you ever face a situation where your card transaction is declined, it is advisable to call your bank and check with them for the cause. In most cases, unless it's a fraudulent issue, the problems will be resolved on the phone.
Reward points should not be considered as a primary factor when choosing a card. Always remember these points should be considered as an auxiliary benefit you derive due to using your card or staying loyal; they should never become an inducement to spend more.
Good news for the first-time homebuyer, stock market investor and individuals wanting to buy insurance in the Union Budget 2013-14, opines Rajiv Raj of CreditVidya.com
Investors should view the increase in the LTCG tax rate in conjunction with the increase in capital gains exemption from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 1.25 lakh, which will provide some relief.
In an online chat with Get Ahead readers, Rajiv Raj of CreditVidya.com answered home loan queries.
Will your home loan rates drop now that the RBI has signalled the onset of lower interest rates after 0.25 per cent cut in repo rate and CRR?
Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.
If your answer is yes, this is just what your need to read today.
From the 'khiladi' brand of movies rocking his boat to a love for starring in biopics and scripts inspired by true stories to headlining endless remakes of South Indian hits, there's a pattern to the man and his methods.
Do you save to spend or spend to save? If you belong to the second category, reward points can only harm your financial health.
Your social media profile may soon be your ticket to a loan or a credit card, says Abhishek Agarwal
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