Investments

The United States leads international vacation bookings with 5.23%, followed by France (4.63%), Singapore (4.61%), and Switzerland (4.53%). Thailand continues to be a top choice with a 3.69% share. Source

With experts predicting an early monsoon, such weather conditions often lead to flight delays, diversions, and cancellations—posing challenges for those with upcoming travel. In such scenarios, it’s crucial to understand what travel insurance can and cannot cover. Source

According to Anarock, residential sales in India’s top seven cities increased from 2,37,540 units in 2021 to 3,79,095 units in FY23—a 36% year-on-year rise, as reported by Global Property Guide. Source

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) notified the UPS Regulations, 2025 on March 19, 2025. These guidelines detail the eligibility, benefits, and claim process for UPS, especially for past retirees. Source

The new guidelines come in response to complaints about delays and difficulties faced by beneficiaries of government schemes and regular bank customers. Source

Under current rules, any bank deposit not operated for 10 years or more is classified as inoperative and must be transferred to the Depositor Education and Awareness (DEA) Fund, maintained by the RBI. Source

Here’s an explainer on how foreign investments are taxed for resident Indian taxpayers. Source

Experts agree that financial literacy is a journey. Regular education, disciplined execution, and timely reviews can help workers make the most of their earnings and build a secure future. Source

The revised rates are effective from May 27, 2025, for ICICI Bank and from May 23, 2025, for HDFC Bank. Source

In India, 24 karat gold was priced at ₹9,813 per gram, while 22 karat stood at ₹8,995 and 18 karat at ₹7,360, according to data from GoodReturns.  Source