Real wealth isn't built on random bets; it's built on disciplined, guided portfolio strategies that can withstand market ups and downs, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.
The country's largest listed gold jewellery maker, Titan Company, maintained its growth pace in the April-June quarter of 2025-26 (FY26).
SOFs can be a diversification tool for investors seeking alternatives to conventional large, mid, or smallcap portfolios.
The Central Board of Film Certification has issued direction to Sitaare Zameen Par to add a Narendra Modi quote in the film's disclaimer.
'Maintain a balanced approach with a preference for short-to medium-duration funds.'
The proposed reforms in goods and services tax (GST) announced by the government last week, coupled with the eighth pay commission dole-out, is likely to push consumption-driven stocks - such as air conditioners (ACs), select automobiles, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retail, and counters of quick-service restaurants (QSRs) - into higher orbit over the next few months, believe analysts.
'Active funds have the ability to manage downside risk.'
rediffGURU Dr Nidhi Gupta, a physiotherapist and the founder of Merahki Holistic Wellness Company explains why it's important to correct your posture while sitting or working.
Many buyers skip or misread critical provisions in builder-buyer agreements.
rediffGURU Dr Deepa Suvarna, a pediatrician with over 25 years of experience, offers practical advice on how to protect your child's health.
rediffGURU Rebecca Pinto, a physiotherapist, nutritionist and founder of Dr Rebecca's Physiotherapy, offers practical advice on how to lead a healthy, pain-free life.
Organise your PAN, Form 16, Form 26AS, AIS, and all other proofs before e-filing.
'As we get older, our health risks increase, and this makes health insurance significantly more expensive for seniors.'
File a written complaint with the bank's grievance redressal officer and secure an acknowledgement.
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) reported encouraging results for the April-June quarter (Q1) of FY26. The net premium income of India's largest life insurer was Rs 1.2 trillion, up 5 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y), in Q1. Renewal premium grew 6 per cent Y-o-Y to Rs 59,900 crore, while first-year and single premium grew 1 per cent and 4 per cent Y-o-Y respectively to Rs 7,500 crore and Rs 51,900 crore.
Investors should be mindful of the high volatility in cryptos: Bitcoin has fallen more than 80 per cent in past corrections.
'From tariff tensions and border skirmishes to unrest in West Asia.' 'The worst may be behind us. But any further upmove will now have to come from earnings.'
The Television Academy has announced the list of nominations for the 77th Emmy Awards, which will be held on September 14.
Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
'Begin with a small investment, observe performance, then scale up gradually.'
Larsen & Toubro's (L&T) Q1FY26 revenue and net profit came in slightly ahead of estimates. There was strong core engineering and construction (E&C) order inflows at Rs 76,600 crore, with order wins in energy and infrastructure in domestic and international markets.
'Revolving credit without full repayment causes interest to outpace repayment capacity, and leads to financial distress.'
'Long-short SIFs are designed for seasoned, high-risk, high-reward investors, who understand market volatility.'
At the end of the day, this isn't about choosing between EMIs and SIPs. It's about choosing your path to financial freedom.
Health experts advise young working professionals, especially those in high-stress sectors like IT, to adopt healthier lifestyles from an early age and undergo regular preventive health check-ups.
One of the most exploited provisions is Section 10(13A), which permits exemption on HRA.
rediffGURU Anu Krishna shares expert advice on how to deal with a monotonous relationship.
After a long time, here's a film that does justice to the people whose stories are never heard or written about, notes Divya Nair.
Market watchers link the pullback to underwhelming listing-day performance and the lack of big-name IPOs.
Many high-profile IPOs in India since 2021 have destroyed investor wealth due to overvaluation, weak business models, and post-listing disinterest, turning 1 lakh investments into as little as 3,500.
rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan, a senior physiotherapist, offers advice to patients dealing with various long-term illness.
'Whenever present-day politics do get involved, history sinks to the level of a morality play, with advocates for this or that cause seeking to praise their heroes or condemn their villains.'
Understand policy inclusions and exclusions to avoid surprises during claims.
'Listing of scaled Indian subsidiaries of multinational corporations as well as of Indian conglomerates continues to remain a key theme for IPOs in India.'
'As long as Sebi maintains transparency and market stability, the Jane Street episode is unlikely to deter long-term foreign capital.'
The ultra-rich invest differently -- embracing growth, compounding, and long-term clarity to build wealth with purpose and discipline, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan.
rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur suggests how to resolve differences when your marriage is in trouble.
This translates into an annual return of 40 per cent, suggests a recent note by the World Gold Council.
The Federation of Indian Pilots on Friday initiated legal action through a formal notice to The Wall Street Journal and Reuters over their recent reports on the AI-171 crash that occurred on June 12.
Despite recent underperformance, MNC funds have delivered over longer time frames.
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