The three day MPC meeting began on Monday and the decision will be announced on Wednesday by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das.
Investors with a long-term horizon and high-risk appetite seeking capital appreciation can consider investing in ELSS.
Move over ladies, India's stylish men are ready to make a splash at Cannes.
Former India captain Mithali Raj on Tuesday attributed the national team's underwhelming performance in the Women's T20 World Cup to lack of growth across departments over the past three years.
Equity-focused schemes may perform better in a bull market, while debt-oriented ones may offer greater stability during volatile periods.
Momentum funds can be 10 to 15 per cent more volatile than the Nifty 50.
'We never go overboard on any stock, no matter how good it may seem.'
MMFs invest in fixed-income instruments maturing in less than one year, minimising interest-rate risk.
In the absence of national regulars, the focus will shift on the likes of Rinku, who was surprisingly not picked for the first round despite having an impressive first-class record.
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rediffGURU Ulhas Joshi answers your personal finance and mutual fund queries
Two-time world champion boxer Nikhat Zareen isn't fazed by the prospect of facing tough opponents early in her Olympic debut
Tactical investors should have an investment horizon of around six months to one year, long-term investors should stick around for 10 years or more.
'Younger employees, who tend to have a higher risk appetite, will find NPS advantageous due to the potential gains from equity markets over time.'
There is nothing to be worried about as bilateral ties are robust with solid foundations. Both are on the same page on the economic and defence/security ties bilaterally and globally and that shall continue irrespective of change in political dispensation in either country, points out Dr Rajaram Panda.
Long-term tax-saving FDs can also be considered after the PPF limit has been exhausted.
By following the path of Kula Dharma as mentioned in the Bhagavad Gita, you will not only be securing your child's future but also contributing to your own early sukoon (peace and well-being), says Vatsal Ramaiya
By taking the mutual fund route, investors can take exposure to gilts with small amounts. Over a decade or more, returns from these funds tend to be sound.
'Understand how wedding expenses fit into your overall financial situation.' 'Evaluate how different levels of spending will impact other goals like retirement, travel, or housing.'
Amy Jackson walked the red carpet for the premiere of the film Horizon: An American Saga at Cannes.
Debt mutual fund (MF) schemes, which witnessed relatively muted inflows in the past three years, saw a surge in investor interest in April amid election-induced volatility in the equity markets. Active debt funds garnered nearly Rs 66,000 crore net inflows in April, most at least since December 2020.
Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
'If you look at where inflation (headline and core) is today in India and where the rates are, there's clearly room to cut rates.'
rediffGURU Anil Rego answers readers' personal income tax queries.
'In phases when smaller stocks do well, an equal-weight index performs better than its market cap-weighted peer.'
'She was lying there and I mustered up enough guts to lay next to her and hold her tight.' 'And she said, "Oh my, Girish, isn't he supposed to be nervous?"' 'Making light of the situation, Girish said, "No, he's been practicing with a pillow the whole day".'
'Your decisions should not be driven by your view on the market, but by your objectives, risk appetite, and time horizon.'
'If you see another 1000-point correction, people may start panicking.'
'If you are investing in a Ulip for returns, go for a type I Ulip.' 'If you are investing for insurance cover as well, type II is better.'
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Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi veteran Yamini Krishnamurti died at the Apollo hospital New Delhi on Saturday. She was 84.
We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.
Besides the injured duo, there were two others also along with them and they are presently in police custody, an officer of Mannanthala police station said.
To minimise risk, invest in a debt fund whose duration matches your investment timeframe.
'In the short term you keep your return expectations very, very low; in the medium term be prepared to invest and in the long term growth will come and your returns from stocks will be high.'
'PPF carries minimal risk.' 'Its fixed-income nature allows investors to diversify their portfolios.'
People in full-time jobs should especially avoid intraday trading as it results in loss of focus and affects performance.
The 44-year-old politician, who was among the final three contestants in the Labour Party's leadership contest against her boss in January 2020, has been serving in his shadow cabinet ever since.
The two countries said their goal is to promote synergies in all aspects of space collaboration, including satellite fabrication and launch.
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