Health Insurance and Wellness
Budget 2024: Higher Allocation For Ayushman Bharat, But Misses Focus On Senior Health Insurance
The BJP promised to extend the Ayushman Bharat coverage to people aged 70 and above during polls, but the 2024 Budget is silent on that, says an expert.
Budget 2024: Return To Old Pension Scheme Not Feasible Financially, Says Finance Secretary
The old pension scheme may be desirable for one class of people, but it will be a disaster for the rest, so not feasible, says Finance Secretary T.V. Somanathan.
Budget 2024-25: Seniors Disappointed As Budget Neglects Rail Concession, Ayush Coverage
Budget 2024-25 presented on July 23, 2024 has left the senior citizens highly disappointed as the government neither restored the railway concession withdrawn during the Covid-19 Pandemic nor extend the Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY scheme to all seniors above the age group of 70 years irrespective of their economic criteria, despite an increase in the Ayush Ministry budget
News
What Are FM Sitharaman’s EPFO Incentives For Employees And Employers?
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced three schemes tied to EPFO enrollments in the Budget 2024-25. How will they attract more youth to the formal sector?
Financial PlanningBeyond The Nest Egg: Strategies For Stable Income Throughout Retirement
Retirement planning demands a holistic approach that makes use of different financial instruments and strategies to ensure a steady income.
The Cost Of Do-It-Yourself In Retirement Planning And Investment Advisory
Professional financial advisors offer more than just investment advice. They bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and a structured approach to financial planning.
Professional financial advisors offer more than just investment advice. They bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and a structured approach to financial planning.
Financial Planning
What Are Zero-Coupon Bonds, And Should Seniors Invest In Them?
Zero-coupon bonds are issued at zero interest at a discount on their face value, and the investor receives a return at maturity.
Zero-coupon bonds are issued at zero interest at a discount on their face value, and the investor receives a return at maturity.
Financial Planning
How Can You Secure A Home Loan After Retirement?
Senior citizens can considerably improve their chances of securing a home loan by implementing a few key strategies.
Senior citizens can considerably improve their chances of securing a home loan by implementing a few key strategies.
TaxBudget 2024: How Will The Hike In Capital Gain Tax Impact SIP Investors?
In the Union Budget 2024-25, the government increased the capital gains tax on both short- and long-term gains. Here’s what experts say.
ITR Filing 2024: What Are Special Allowances? How Much Exemption Can You Claim?
The Income Tax Act exempts special allowance for salaried people under section 10 (14).
The Income Tax Act exempts special allowance for salaried people under section 10 (14).
Tax
ITR Filing 2024: What Deductions Does Section 80TTB Provide For Senior Citizens?
Section 80TTB was introduced in the Income Tax Act to provide tax relief to senior citizens.
Section 80TTB was introduced in the Income Tax Act to provide tax relief to senior citizens.
Tax
ITR Filing 2024: How To Submit A Condonation Request For Delay In E-Verifying Returns
Taxpayers will need to submit a condonation request to the income tax department for pardon if they delay e-verifying their income tax return (ITR). Here’s how to submit a condonation request.
Taxpayers will need to submit a condonation request to the income tax department for pardon if they delay e-verifying their income tax return (ITR). Here’s how to submit a condonation request.
Health Insurance and WellnessHealth Insurance: Factors To Consider Before Buying A Health Plan
It is important to have a health insurance cover, but it is essential to identify your specific insurance needs considering your existing illnesses or dependants before buying one
Budget 2024: Will Govt Extend Coverage For Senior Citizens Under Ayushman Bharat Yojana?
The BJP party had pledged in its poll manifesto to extend the Ayushman Bharat Yojana coverage to seniors aged 70 and above so that more people could participate in the scheme.
The BJP party had pledged in its poll manifesto to extend the Ayushman Bharat Yojana coverage to seniors aged 70 and above so that more people could participate in the scheme.
Health Insurance and Wellness
National Health Claim Exchange Starts Operation: How It Benefits Policyholders?
National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX) aims to make the claim settlement process faster and smoother by integrating all relevant insurance-related data under one platform.
National Health Claim Exchange (NHCX) aims to make the claim settlement process faster and smoother by integrating all relevant insurance-related data under one platform.
Health Insurance and Wellness
HDFC Ergo Insurance Held Liable For Wrongful Repudiation Of Claim, Bangalore District Commission Directs Reimbursement To Policyholder
Health insurance is crucial for medical emergencies, but if the insurer denies the claim, raising a grievance remains the only resort
Health insurance is crucial for medical emergencies, but if the insurer denies the claim, raising a grievance remains the only resort
SuccessionWhen Should Senior Citizens Look To Make A New Will?
Will is a document that allows your chosen heir to receive your legacies while avoiding disputes and court cases. However, there are some situations when you may want to change your will or cancel it.
Legal Readiness Before You Enter Retirement: Key Things To Consider
When entering retirement, one should be ready to tackle all the obstacles, from financial and health to legal challenges. To mitigate legal risks, senior people need to keep a strict watch on their readiness.
When entering retirement, one should be ready to tackle all the obstacles, from financial and health to legal challenges. To mitigate legal risks, senior people need to keep a strict watch on their readiness.
Succession
Legal Heir Certificate: Here’s How To Obtain The ‘Varisu’ Document In Tamil Nadu
A legal heir certificate is required without a will to facilitate the transfer of assets to the rightful heir after the original owner dies.
A legal heir certificate is required without a will to facilitate the transfer of assets to the rightful heir after the original owner dies.
Succession
Making A Will? Follow These Steps To Avoid Your Wishes Being Challenged In Court
A Will is a legal document that ensures assets are distributed fairly among the family members according to the testator’s wishes after the person dies.
A Will is a legal document that ensures assets are distributed fairly among the family members according to the testator’s wishes after the person dies.