If you fail to make the lump sum deposit before April 5, do so at least before the 5th of the next month (May). That way you will only lose out on the interest for April.
Intermittent fasting, when not carried out under professional guidance, comes with its fair share of woes and health issues, warns Jashan Vij, a health coach and fat loss expert.
The Bhagavad Gita reminds us that true peace comes not from the absence of problems, but from the ability to face them with a prepared mind and a steady resolve, says Vatsal Ramaiya, and shows how the Gita helps you to achieve financial peace.
Vatsal Ramaiya draws wisdom from the Bhagvad Gita to explain how to conquer your debts with Lord Krishna's Kritya Nash Technique.
Continuing our series on how to achieve Financial Independence and Retire Rarly (FIRE), Vatsal Ramaiya emphasises the importance of planning for retirement.
Religion and economic barriers continue to define love in modern India, discovers Preshth Bhardwaj.
Instead of looking at your personal and professional life as two separate entities, you can 'integrate' them and, at any given time, priortise what's important, suggests rediffGURU Anu Krishna.
Early retirement is not just about money and calculators. It is more about rediscovering your passions, strengthening bonds, and living a life filled with purpose, connection, and lasting happiness. It's about reclaiming your life, explains Vatsal Ramaiya.
Quiet vacationing is a valuable tool to manage stress and maintain well-being during busy periods. It's not a replacement for a full vacation but a way to cope with breaks.
Building your Retirement Nidhi is your Karmayoga, ensuring a Golden Yug where you can truly enjoy the fruits of your labour, says Vatsal Ramaiya as he explains how Rs 15,000 per month can help build a Rs 7 crore corpus.
'Save the entire chain of e-mail exchanges so that you have documented evidence to show you informed the bank about the issue.'
In numerous instances, family members are unaware of an insurance policy's existence, let alone its details.
Do you have Budget related queries? Ask Finance Expert Ambareesh Baliga.
Form 16 contains details of salary income, deductions, and exemptions.
As the CBI continues to probe into the NEET-UG paper leak case, career experts help us understand what the future holds for undergraduate medical aspirants.
Any candidate who can present a compelling resume is quite likely to outshine others who are in line for the same job, says Raj Tanwar, HR head, Advantage Club, a global employee engagement platform.
Success and failure are two sides of the same coin, says rediffGURU and Mental Health Expert Anu Krishna. Remind yourself that the feeling of anxiety, disappointment and anger is not permanent.
To take the 'Idea to Enterprise' journey, you need to be open about your idea and articulate it to potential customers, existing entrepreneurs, experts in your industry and well-wishers.
rediffGURU Ashwini Dasgupta offers handy tips on time management for a stress-free work life.
Follow these steps to avoid last-minute surprises while claiming your mediclaim -- via cashless or reimbursement method, says P V Subramanyam
'When I asked whether they would choose a government job that offered Rs 30,000 a month or a private job that offered them Rs 3 lakh a month, without exception, everybody said, "I would rather have the government job!"'
Women should not feel guilty for standing up for themselves and saying NO when needed, says Shahzeen Shivdasani.
'A person is supposed to do 40 to 42 hours of work a week.' 'If a person is working more that, it is exploitation.' 'And it is because of this exploitation that employees experience stress which affects their mental health.' 'Sometimes it even leads to ending their lives. It is very unfortunate.'
Setbacks and success are both a part of your professional journey. After all, the greatest success stories often begin with a healthy dose of overcoming adversity. Use this experience to fuel your ambition and keep your eyes firmly set on achieving your career goals, asserts Sonica Aron, founder of the HR consultancy firm, Marching Sheep.
'Young investors with limited funds should ensure that investing in NPS does not crowd out their other, more liquid, investments.'
Among index funds, the most popular products are funds tracking the Nifty 50 and Sensex, says Dwaipayan Bose, and explains the finer points of selecting the right index mutual fund.
For Indian parents, sending a child abroad for a three-year degree could deplete 48% of their retirement savings, while a four-year degree may consume up to 64%.
When the artery going to the brain gets clogged or closes off, and a part of the brain goes without blood for too long, it is called an ischemic stroke.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said the securities transaction tax (STT) will be increased on futures and options (F&O) trade from October 1 to discourage retail investors from investing in the risky instrument.
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
The challenge isn't in selling -- it's easy to sell when the market peaks. The real challenge is in buying back.
Protein, calcium, vitamin D and other micronutrients play crucial roles in maintaining the health of bones and joints and should be incorporated into your diet, says Dr Sagar Hingrajiya, consultant orthopaedics, Bhailal Amin General Hospital.
P V Subramanyam clears some misconceptions about debt funds.
Vatsal Ramaiya draws wisdom from the Bhagvad Gita and correlates it to how you can build a decent corpus to achieve a peaceful retirement.
By incorporating creativity into academics using items you already have at home and encouraging exploration, you can make the learning journey not only enjoyable but also memorable.
Digital literacy is emerging as the professional language of 2024. It is the ability to process complex data sets, deploy critical communication technologies appropriately and validate your importance at your workplace, explains Jagdeep Kochar, managing director, Baker & Taylor India.
Are you a first-time IPO investor? Even if IPOs appear attractive with expectations of high returns, they come with risks and complexities, cautions Sheetal Jhaveri and shares her checklist to help you navigate through the world of IPOs
Rebuilding a relationship after an affair requires a lot of effort, says Sybil Shiddell, country manager India, Gleeden, a discreet extramarital dating Web site.
Businesspersons who have the potential to contribute to the economy of a country are given a red carpet welcome by way of a start-up visa.
rediffGURUS Ashwini Dasgupta, Kanchan Rai and Rajesh Nair offer important career advice.
