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Student credit cards: What you must know

Student credit cards: What you must know

Rediff.com20 Sep 2013

If used well, it can bring a host of benefits.

Rs 900 Crores Cyber Scams Prevented!

Rs 900 Crores Cyber Scams Prevented!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

...benefiting 350,000 persons. Also, Trai detected and blocked seven million mobile phone connections involved in cyber fraud and suspicious activities.

The credit card statement demystified!

The credit card statement demystified!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Do you tend to procrastinate or ignore reading the bill because you do not understand it. The terminology used is confusing? Read on to understand your credit card statement better.

We will contain damage on debit card breach: Jaitley

We will contain damage on debit card breach: Jaitley

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

Promising swift action on the debit card data compromise issue, Economic Affairs Secretary Shaktikanta Das on Friday said there was no need to panic over the feared security breach that affected over 32 lakh cards.

What are payments banks and how will it help?

What are payments banks and how will it help?

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

Payments banks are niche banks set up by the Reserve Bank of India to further the agenda of financial inclusion.

Tips to benefit from credit card reward points

Tips to benefit from credit card reward points

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

credit cards offer card owners an opportunity to earn while they spend through reward programmes

How To Budget For Peaceful Retirement

How To Budget For Peaceful Retirement

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

Continuing our series on how to achieve Financial Independence and Retire Rarly (FIRE), Vatsal Ramaiya emphasises the importance of planning for retirement.

Card data breach: Govt promises prompt action

Card data breach: Govt promises prompt action

Rediff.com21 Oct 2016

As many as 641 customers across 19 banks have been duped of Rs 1.3 crore using stolen debit card data

Indians prefer using prepaid cards: Visa

Indians prefer using prepaid cards: Visa

Rediff.com20 Sep 2010

Indian consumers are very much interested in owning and using pre-paid payment cards which affords a great opportunity for Indian banks and other financial institutions in this segment, a survey said here.

This is how interest on your credit card bill is calculated

This is how interest on your credit card bill is calculated

Rediff.com9 Jul 2015

The interest rate charged on your credit card makes your ownership a nightmare if you don't know it in perfect detail. Here's a primer for you

E-payments jump four times in FY08

E-payments jump four times in FY08

Rediff.com16 May 2008

The use of electronic channels, including credit cards, to make payments for various transactions, including shopping is growing at a fast clip in India. The value of total electronic payments (e-payments) showed an almost four-fold growth to cross the Rs 10,00,000 crore (Rs 10,0000 billion)-mark at the end of March 2008.

Foreigners can book train tickets in India using debit, credit cards

Foreigners can book train tickets in India using debit, credit cards

Rediff.com29 Apr 2016

Foreigners and NRIs would now be able to book train tickets in India online by using international debit and credit cards through IRCTC website.

Why RBI Was Worried About Consumer Credit Growth

Why RBI Was Worried About Consumer Credit Growth

Rediff.com13 Mar 2024

The banking regulator was uncomfortable with the runaway pace at which consumer credit was growing.

Pay more for credit card repayment in cash

Pay more for credit card repayment in cash

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

Currently, the bank charges Rs 50 as cash processing fee.

Now, using credit and debit cards will COST you LESS

Now, using credit and debit cards will COST you LESS

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

Move over Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Here's an indigenous, cheaper alternative that will not only benefit Indian banks but Indian who use debit cards and credit cards to make payments.

Here's how to select the right credit card

Here's how to select the right credit card

Rediff.com31 May 2010

Of late, card-issuing banks have started charging even for entry-level credit cards. So, how do you select a card? A ready reckoner.

Here's how to select the right credit card

Here's how to select the right credit card

Rediff.com31 May 2010

Of late, card-issuing banks have started charging even for entry-level credit cards. So, how do you select a card? A ready reckoner.

Do SBI Cards' bad loans have a deeper meaning?

Do SBI Cards' bad loans have a deeper meaning?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

If credit card delinquency spells trouble, there may be questions with regard to the much bigger retail sub-categories of car and housing loans, notes T N Ninan.

Your credit card purchases are insured too!

Your credit card purchases are insured too!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

Are you repenting not covering valuables you purchased using credit card? Fret not!

11 things that you can do through ATMs, now

11 things that you can do through ATMs, now

Rediff.com18 Oct 2011

A visit to an ATM today can help you accomplish myriad value-added transaction services like utility payments, pre-paid mobile re-charge, credit card payments, tax payments and much more.

How do credit cards work?

How do credit cards work?

Rediff.com8 May 2009

Credit card is a powerful credit tool to help you tide over short term financial requirements.

Now, a multi-currency prepaid travel card

Now, a multi-currency prepaid travel card

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

UAE Exchange partners ElectraCard Services to launch 'gocash', which enables cardholders to use appropriate currency loaded on the card.

Debit card stolen? Don't worry!

Debit card stolen? Don't worry!

Rediff.com19 Aug 2005

Global payment system company Visa International on Friday said all Visa debit cards issued in India will be protected against any monetary losses, liabilities or claims due to fraudulent use of the card in case it was lost, stolen or misplaced.

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

When Mahatma Gandhi Gave British Sleepless Nights

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Government was watching Gandhiji's mood to know if he had cooled down. They found out from his letters and utterances that he was the same old firebrand and even more determined than before.

What are the common credit card grievances?

What are the common credit card grievances?

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

There have been complaints about bills claiming pending repayments months after the user has terminated the card contract.

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

BEWARE Of Such Scams!

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

What is digital house arrest? It is a tactic cybercriminals use to confine victims to their homes and scam them, explains Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Do you know what your ATM can do for you?

Do you know what your ATM can do for you?

Rediff.com9 Jun 2011

ATMs are on their way to becoming a one-stop shop for most banking services. Here's what your ATM can do for you.

What to do if your digital payments go wrong

What to do if your digital payments go wrong

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Electronic transactions are rising fast, so are cases of payment failure and delayed settlement. One needs to be proactive.

Why Good Credit History Is Important

Why Good Credit History Is Important

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'Building a credit history is a gradual process that requires at least 6-12 months of consistent credit activity.'

SBI Card launches online customer acquisition initiative

SBI Card launches online customer acquisition initiative

Rediff.com28 Aug 2012

The company, which is the country's second largest credit card issuer and promoted by State Bank of India and GE Capital, aims to acquire 3,000 customers via online mode by December this year.

Credit cards: My nightmarish experience

Credit cards: My nightmarish experience

Rediff.com28 Sep 2007

We aksed Get Ahead readers to send us their experience of using credit cards and debit cards. Here are a few responses that list the advantages and disdavantages of using both the types of plastic cards.

Fewer customers revolving their credit card dues

Fewer customers revolving their credit card dues

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Awareness about need to have good credit record prompts users to pay on time.

No plans to levy charges on UPI transactions: Fin Min

No plans to levy charges on UPI transactions: Fin Min

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

The Centre on Sunday said there are no plans to levy charges for making payments through Unified Payments Interface (UPI) while saying the service is a "digital public good with immense convenience". The ministry of finance said the concerns of service providers for cost recovery have to be met through other means. "UPI is a digital public good with immense convenience for the public & productivity gains for the economy.

Stop all payments to all NSFs: Delhi HC

Stop all payments to all NSFs: Delhi HC

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

'No money will go henceforth to any entity which does not comply with the Sports Code'

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

2,000 Ex-Byju's Staff Fight For Dues

Rediff.com30 May 2024

'When I called the HR department, they abused me.'

Good news! No fine till 3 days after credit card bill's due date

Good news! No fine till 3 days after credit card bill's due date

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

The Reserve Bank has asked banks not to levy any late payment penalty on credit card customers till 3 days after due date.

Invest in MFs with credit cards

Invest in MFs with credit cards

Rediff.com26 May 2008

Credit cards are fast emerging as an acceptable mode of payment for many instruments. At present, insurance payments can be made through cards. Soon, mutual fund investments could be allowed as well.

Barclays plans credit card foray

Barclays plans credit card foray

Rediff.com2 Dec 2006

Barclays Plc, UK's third-largest bank by assets, plans to enter the emerging credit card market in India.

How to make the most of credit card 'cash rewards'

How to make the most of credit card 'cash rewards'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

Here's what's in it for you!

There are mistakes: Plea in SC for review of EVM VVPAT verdict

There are mistakes: Plea in SC for review of EVM VVPAT verdict

Rediff.com13 May 2024

The review plea filed on May 10 said, "There are mistakes and errors apparent on the face of the impugned order..., and as such there are sufficient reasons which require review of the impugned order/judgment..."