livemint.com - 10 May 2026 23:45

Establishing an emergency fund is crucial for financial stability, covering unforeseen expenses without affecting daily finances. Regular monitoring and automation of savings can help build this financial cushion effecti...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 23:39

The Income Tax Department has revised ITR forms for 2026-27 to enhance transparency and simplify the tax filing process. Here's a list of changes in each ITR Form.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 22:49

Form 26AS, also known as the Annual Information Statement (AIS), is a comprehensive display of a taxpayer's financial statement for a given tax year. It has been replaced by Form 168 under the new Income Tax Act, 202...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 22:05

Fixed deposits offer safe, stable returns and comes in cumulative and non-cumulative types, catering to different needs, such as wealth building for long-term savers or regular income for retirees. Details here.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 21:30

Fixed deposits and recurring deposits are bank deposit options that give you low-risk investment option with guaranteed returns. Here's a look at which is suitable for you, how they work and how you can use them to r...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 20:46

ChatGPT recommends the minimum salary required to leave India for a job in Dubai. Check the detailed AI response.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 20:02

I asked ChatGPT to calculate the required monthly savings to build a good education corpus for my children's higher studies for medical or engineering college in Delhi. Here is what artificial intelligence chatbot sa...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 19:24

A PPF account matures after 15 years, allowing withdrawals or extensions. Failing to submit Form 4 within a year limits contributions. Details here.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 19:10

Fixed deposits remain a favored choice for conservative investors, offering stable returns influenced by repo rate changes. Major banks in India offer FD rates between 6% and 7.25%, with higher rates from small finance b...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 18:24

ChatGPT devised a plan for a Bengaluru family earning ₹20 LPA. AI emphasises the importance of adequate coverage for financial security.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 17:19

Salaried employees can choose between old and new income tax regimes, while the new tax regime remains the default option. The Union Budget 2026 maintained existing tax slab rates. Here's what all you should consider...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 16:44

Transferring money to your mother is treated as a tax-free gift under Indian income tax law and does not reduce your tax liability. However, tax savings are possible only through specific payments like health insurance p...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 16:22

Taxpayers should be aware of the necessary documentation and deadlines for filing ITR. For FY2025-2026, the deadline is 31 July 2026, with delayed filing until 31 December, incurring additional costs.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 14:37

The Iran war has caused significant market volatility, prompting experts to advise investors to focus on long-term planning rather than panic trading.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 14:15

ChatGPT warns that a ₹1 lakh salary is not enough to comfortably sustain a debt-heavy lifestyle with 36% credit card interest. The chatbot recommends cutting variable expenses sharply, stopping credit card usage entire...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 13:17

On May 10, gold prices in India remained stable with 24-karat gold at ₹153,140 per 10 gm and 22-karat at ₹140,378. Silver was priced at ₹262,350 per kg. Trading rates are unavailable as MCX is closed on weekends.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 12:52

Jeffrey Gundlach advises investors to hold cash, gold, and real assets in 2026, warning against risky investments if the Fed raises rates. He recommends 20% in cash and commodities, and suggests buying gold if it dips be...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 11:39

The Clarity Act, aimed at regulating cryptocurrency, will be reviewed by senators next week. If approved, it will clarify asset classifications, address stablecoin policies, and potentially enhance digital asset adoption...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 10:18

How much is enough to live comfortably in Bengaluru? Ankur Warikoo's post has left netizens divided. Here's why he thinks ₹70 lakh per annum still makes someone a middle class.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 10:04

In May 2026, small finance banks in India offer attractive FD interest rates, some up to 8%. Senior citizens receive extra rates of 0.20%-0.50%.
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 09:39

Across every stage of motherhood - new, working, single, entrepreneurial, senior - the financial system treats women as signatories, not decision-makers. The cost of that exclusion is real, compounding, and entirely prev...
livemint.com - 10 May 2026 08:46

A 25-year-old product manager from Gurgaon has gone viral after sharing a detailed breakdown of his monthly expenses in an Instagram reel. From ₹18,000 rent for a 2BHK apartment to ₹30,000 spent on a trip, his candid...