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Regular vs Direct MF: Are You Losing 1.5% Yearly?
When you buy a mutual fund through a broker or distributor, you pay a higher expense ratio than buying directly. The difference can quietly eat lakhs from your retirement corpus over time. Here's what you need to know.
mint - moneyUPS Pension Delayed: Are You Getting ₹0 in Retirement?
Thousands of Delhi government retirees who applied under the Unified Pension Scheme before the September 2025 deadline are still waiting for payments. If you are in NPS or planning retirement, here is what this delay means for your money.
Wealth-Economic TimesRetired but Taxed: 7 Income Types Seniors Must Know
Many retired Indians assume all income stops being taxed after 60. Wrong. Pension, FD interest, rent, and even gifts above a limit are fully taxable. Here are 7 income types seniors must track to avoid surprise tax notices.
Wealth-Economic Times₹30,000 Minimum Wage Push: What It Means for You?
Trade unions are pushing the government to raise the national minimum wage to ₹30,000 per month, restore the Old Pension Scheme, and extend labour protections. Here's what these demands mean for your salary, pension, and job security.
mint - moneyEPS Pension Stopped? 1 Missing Doc Cuts Your Pay
If you receive a monthly pension under EPS-95, you must submit a Life Certificate once a year. Skip it and EPFO pauses your pension payments completely until you comply. Here's exactly what to do.
mint - moneyEPF's 8.25% Return: Is Your Retirement Safe?
EPF is one of India's safest retirement tools — it gives 8.25% tax-free interest with employer matching. But early withdrawals and job gaps quietly destroy the compounding effect most salaried workers never see coming.
mint - moneyEPFO Pension Live Q&A: 5 Things to Ask First
EPFO is holding a live session to answer pension-related questions from EPS members. If you have doubts about your pension amount, eligibility, or withdrawal rights, this is a rare chance to get official clarity for free.
mint - moneyNPS at ₹99: Can Gig Workers Retire Worry-Free?
PFRDA now lets gig workers — Swiggy delivery partners, Ola drivers, freelancers — join the National Pension System with contributions starting at just ₹99. No minimum monthly commitment, no employer required. Your aggregator can chip in too.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance NewsEPS Pension at ₹1,000: Are You Losing ₹6,500/Month?
Millions of retired EPFO members still get just ₹1,000 a month as minimum pension under EPS-95. A long-pending demand to raise it to ₹7,500 has not been approved yet. Here is what you need to know and what it means for your retirement plan.
Wealth-Economic TimesHigher EPS Pension Stuck? 4 Govt Fixes You Must Know
The government has outlined four steps to clear a massive backlog of higher EPS pension applications. If you applied after the Supreme Court's 2022 ruling, here's what's happening and what you should do right now.
mint - moneyWrong EPFO History? Fix Your PF Record in 5 Steps
EPFO's recent IT system upgrade has left many members with incorrect service records — wrong joining dates, overlapping employment, or missing stints. If your PF withdrawal or transfer gets stuck, this is likely why. Here's how to fix it.
mint - moneyNRIs & NPS: Can You Build ₹1Cr Pension from Abroad?
NRIs can legally invest in India's National Pension System through NRE or NRO accounts. Tier-I is open to NRIs; Tier-II has restrictions. Here's what you need to know before investing your foreign earnings into an Indian pension.
Wealth-Economic Times15L Higher-Pension Claims Filed: Is Yours Done?
Over 15 lakh EPFO members have applied for higher pension under the Supreme Court's 2022 order. Only 1.49 lakh pension payment orders are issued so far, and thousands of claims are still pending. If you haven't filed yet, your window may be closing.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance NewsNew EPF Rules 2026: Can You Access Your PF?
EPFO has updated EPF withdrawal rules in 2026. There's now a 12-month waiting period for final settlement after leaving a job, and you can withdraw up to 75% of your balance for specific urgent needs. Here's what it means for your money.
mint - moneyEPFO Higher Pension: Has Your Claim Been Approved?
EPFO has released over 1.49 lakh pension payment orders for people who applied for higher pension after a 2022 Supreme Court ruling. If you or a retired family member applied, here is how to check whether your claim has been approved and payments have started.
mint - moneyRetirement & Kids' Education: Why Your Salary Falls Short?
Most salaried Indians are investing but still confused about retirement and children's education planning. Employer-led financial wellness programmes can fill this gap — here's what you need to know and do right now.
Wealth-Economic TimesCorporate NPS: Get ₹2L Extra Tax Break at Work?
Corporate NPS is a retirement savings plan your employer can offer. It gives you extra tax deductions beyond the standard ₹1.5 lakh 80C limit, and your account moves with you if you change jobs.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance News8th Pay Commission: Will OPS Return for You?
Central govt teachers want the 8th Pay Commission to restore the Old Pension Scheme, raise retirement age to 65, and improve pay grades. If you are a government employee, these demands could reshape your retirement income, leave benefits, and career growth.
mint - moneyRetired? Your EPF Stops Earning After 3 Years
If you've retired but haven't withdrawn your EPF money, it doesn't keep growing forever. After 3 years of inactivity post-retirement, your EPF balance stops earning interest. That silent freeze could cost you lakhs over time.
mint - moneyNPS Targets 35 Crore Users: Is Your Retirement Ready?
India's pension regulator PFRDA wants to grow NPS subscribers from 90 lakh to 35-40 crore in five years using digital sign-ups and mutual fund distributors. Here's what that means for your retirement planning right now.
mint - money5 Retirement Mistakes Shrinking Your ₹1 Cr Dream
Most Indians unknowingly make retirement planning mistakes — starting late, ignoring inflation, skipping tax planning, and not rebalancing investments. Fix these five errors now to protect your post-retirement life.
mint - moneyEPF 2026: Resigned? Your PF Locked for 12 Months
EPF rules in 2026 have changed how and when you can withdraw your provident fund. There are now 3 types of withdrawal categories, and if you resign, your wait time has jumped from 2 months to 12 months before full withdrawal.
mint - moneyNPS vs OPS: Which Gives You More at 60?
Lakhs of central government employees want the Old Pension Scheme back. NPS links your retirement income to stock markets with no guarantee. Here's what both schemes actually mean for your monthly income after retirement.
Wealth-Economic TimesEPS Pension: Are You Getting All You're Owed?
EPFO's Employee Pension Scheme gives you a monthly pension after retirement — but only if you've worked 10+ years under EPF. Most salaried Indians don't know how the payout is calculated or what they'll actually receive.
mint - moneyNPS Funds: Are You in the Wrong Scheme?
Not all NPS pension funds perform equally. Some beat their benchmark with lower risk, while others lag badly. Knowing how to compare NPS fund performance can make a huge difference to your retirement corpus over 20-30 years.
freefincalNPS Cut-Off Extended: Does Your NAV Change?
PFRDA has extended the NPS contribution cut-off time by 2.5 hours. This means if you transfer money to your NPS account later in the day, you still get that day's NAV — potentially saving or earning more on your retirement corpus.
mint - moneyEPS-95 Higher Pension: Are You Missing ₹5,000/month?
The government has clarified that EPS-95 higher pension rules apply equally to employees of both exempted and unexempted companies. If you contributed to PF on your actual salary, you may qualify for a much bigger monthly pension after retirement.
Wealth-Economic Times38% DA Hike: 5 Smart Moves for Your Extra Salary
West Bengal government has announced a 38% Dearness Allowance hike for state employees and pensioners effective October 1. If your salary just went up, here's exactly how to put that extra money to work instead of letting it quietly disappear.
mint - moneyEPF Wage Ceiling ₹25K: Will Your EPS Pension Rise?
The government may raise the EPF wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000. This affects how EPS pension is calculated — but existing pensioners and active members will be impacted very differently. Here's what you need to know.
Wealth-Economic TimesEPFO Claim Delays: Is Your PF Stuck in Backlog?
EPFO is facing serious delays in settling PF claims due to staff shortages and IT gaps. If you've filed a PF withdrawal or transfer claim recently, here's what's happening — and what you can do to speed things up.
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