rediffGURU Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan suggests simple exercises that will help manage your blood pressure, sciatica pain and lower back pain.
Axis Bank reported a sharp drop in net profit in the second quarter of financial year 2026 (Q2FY26) on higher provisions and weak operating profit growth while revenue growth was moderate. But loan growth and deposit growth improved to double-digits year-on-year (Y-o-Y) and asset quality also improved with the gross non-performing loan or NPL ratio moving down.
rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa offers crucial career advice to engineering aspirants.
rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating app, tells you how to stand firm against red flags and unreasonable demands in a relationship.
Every 1 per cent per annum of investment costs is a matter of life or death, points out Avinash Luthria.
EMI means you've already spent tomorrow's income; SIP means you're investing today's income to secure tomorrow, explains Ramalingam Kalirajan
Here's how you can prepare yourself and your family to deal with menopause.
Investors can meet cash needs without selling their securities.
Investors who constantly hop between 'top-performing' funds often end up earning far lower returns than the very funds they invest in -- simply because they enter late and exit early. Best investors don't chase returns, they chase discipline, says Ramalingam Kalirajan.
New investors should not allow themselves to fall prey to FOMO and rush headlong into gold.
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.
The July-September quarter (Q2) business update on revenue by FSN E-Commerce Ventures (Nykaa) was well received by most investors and the share price surged over 6 per cent, driven by one block deal. Even after Wednesday's minor dip, it was still higher at Rs 257.50 as compared to Monday's close of Rs 255.55.
'The outlook for the next Samvat is more constructive, as many of the earlier drags are gradually becoming supports.'
'Do exhaustive research and then select the one that best fits your budget and requirements.'
Medical negligence arises when a medical professional deviates from reasonable standards of care, causing injury to the patient.
'For most investors, I recommend a low double-digit allocation (10 to 12 per cent) to gold and silver combined.'
rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries
Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
Utilities in the power sector present an interesting investment case at this moment. Most power stocks have lost substantial ground in the past 12 months.
Here's what Indian investors diversifying into equities, ETFs, and real estate abroad to manage risk, returns, and currency exposure must watch out for.
'This is an area where good lending can happen, and that is one of the priorities for the next quarter.'
'I will not be surprised if there is a 7 per cent handle in front of the decimal place for the full financial year.'
'The government is putting insurance in the same category as food, which is essential for life.' 'Now this is an opportunity for the sector to focus on the consumer.'
'An asset must generate income. Equities yield dividends, bonds pay coupons, deposits give interest, and real estate earns rent.' 'Gold, silver, and even Bitcoin produce no income, they merely store value. So, they should not be compared to productive assets.'
The 100 per cent withdrawal provision and the 25 per cent minimum balance provision have led to some confusion.
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.
Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.
rediffGURU Anu Krishna shares expert advice on how to deal with a monotonous relationship.
rediffGURU T S Khurana answers readers' personal income tax queries.
: Build lasting wealth via disciplined, long-term mutual fund investing in India's compounding marathon, Shanaihi, Shanaihi, says Ramalingam Kalirajan
Do not argue, debate or dispute on any topic with someone who may be contemplating suicide or self harm, warns psychologist Dr Sahir Jamati.
rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, explains how to deal with an unromantic partner in an arranged marriage.
rediffGURU Dr Upneet Kaur suggests how to resolve differences when your marriage is in trouble.
Public-sector banks (PSBs) are attracting the attention of investors and the PSU Bank Index has gained nearly 10 per cent in the past month. PSBs have seen return on assets (RoA) climbing to 1 per cent in 2024-2025 (FY25) and margins are believed to have moved up further in the first half of this financial year (H1FY26) with asset quality remaining stable.
rediffGURU Ravi Mittal, CEO, Quack Quack, an online dating app suggests how to handle trust issues while dealing with your partner's painful past.
Anu Krishna, mind coach and relationship expert, co-founder of Unfear Changemakers, reaches out to young women and parents, urging them to seek help at the appropriate time and start a healthy conversation.
Do not panic on receiving a notice. Verify if your work falls under professions notified in Section 44AA(1).
The exit of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) from the Hyderabad Metro is a long-term positive for the stock. It could be a bullish trigger, alongside higher international orders, and new opportunities in segments like defence and data centres.
'As the team builds, each of them will bring in a different perspective, new thinking.'
Use these loans to meet emergency needs, and not to fund holidays or luxury purchases.
