Choosing a retirement facility over one’s own home will call for many financial decisions. Buying or renting the place; selling or renting the house; managing funds for routine monthly payments that would rise with inflation; estimating the contributions from others, especially children; and estimating healthcare and other expenses.
If you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the 85th part of this series, Riju Mehta explains how these indicators differ from each other.
TrendMap's 10-year performance tracker reveals metals and real estate sectors as long-term outperformers among nine key NSE indices. Driven by robust demand and limited supply, these sectors have consistently delivered strong returns over the past decade. The analysis utilises calendar year returns and compounded average returns for its comprehensive ranking.
For discerning buyers, the experience must remain central. A successful branded residence merges design coherence, integrated services, and superior craftsmanship to make daily living noticeably better.
Rohit Kumar, a former gym trainer, ventured into the cafe business with no prior experience, opening Olipo Cafe & Bakery. Despite initial assumptions of easy money, he discovered the industry's tight margins and high working capital needs. Kumar now runs two successful cafes in Delhi, emphasising careful menu design, financial management, and a focus on walk-in customers for profitability.
Inflation significantly erodes the purchasing power of savings, especially over long investment horizons like retirement. Failing to account for inflation, particularly in expenses like education and healthcare, leads to an underestimated retirement corpus. A balanced asset allocation is crucial for managing inflation risk and ensuring long-term financial security.
Policyholders face significant delays in insurance claim resolutions, with many waiting six months to over a year for their complaints to be heard by insurance ombudsmen. Despite official reports showing a high disposal rate, on-ground experiences reveal a growing backlog, particularly at busy centers, highlighting the need for more ombudsman offices and streamlined processes.
Most Indians now prefer the new tax regime for its simplicity and higher in-hand pay. Those sticking to the old regime need careful tax planning. This includes maintaining proper documentation for deductions like HRA and ensuring compliance with TDS rules. Smart salary structuring and capital gains tax optimisation are key strategies for both regimes.
Even after paying taxes in India, NRIs may be taxed in their country of residence on the same income. Most nations offer foreign tax credit for taxes paid in India, but the mechanics of claiming it involve additional compliance, documentation, and potential timing mismatches.
The US has captured Venezuelan President Maduro, seizing control of its vast oil reserves. This move significantly reshapes global energy dynamics, granting the US unprecedented leverage. While short-term oil prices may spike due to uncertainty, the long-term outlook suggests potential price pressure as Venezuela's production could increase.
Returning Indians face significant tax challenges, often experiencing 'return shock' due to complex rules on residency, overseas income, and foreign assets. Misclassifying residential status is a common, costly error. Experts advise meticulous day-count tracking, prompt account conversions, and proactive planning to navigate these complexities and avoid penalties.
Singapore filmmaker Nelson Yeo has assembled his principal cast for “The House on the Moon,” a genre-blending feature that fuses mythology, science fiction and martial fantasy. Yeo’s debut feature “Dreaming & Dying” made history at the 2023 Locarno Film Festival, becoming the first Southeast Asian film to win both the Golden Leopard in the Filmmakers […]
As with other years, in addition to the main awards, a People’s Choice Award will be open to visitors to vote for their favourite work throughout the duration of the exhibition and will be awarded at its conclusion.
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January 12 – Some critics say that the FA Cup belongs to a bygone era, but when a big boy gets their nose tweaked, we’re once again reminded that it is the greatest knockout competition in world football.
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On the steps of the Manitoba Legislature this weekend, hundreds of Winnipeggers gathered to voice their concerns about a communications blackout in Iran as protests there continue.
Timothee Chalamet has arrived at the 2026 Golden Globes but he did not walk the red carpet with girlfriend Kylie Jenner. The 30-year-old actor was seen just before show time at the event, which is being held on Sunday (January 11) at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif. He’s nominated for his work in [...]
Chinese state-owned companies have told some Japanese firms they will not enter into new rare earth supply contracts, Beijing-based sources said.
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