Himali Patel, Business Standard

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A Long-Term Portfolio Should Include...
Rediff.com3 days ago

'...a mix of asset classes.' 'Include equities for growth (across market caps), debt...

Borrowing On Gold? Mind the Trap
Rediff.com6 days ago

The RBI has flagged concerns over rising volatility in gold prices and advised lenders...

Time to Reassess Your Term Insurance
Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

While investments are typically reviewed annually, risk cover is often left unchanged...

Northern Borders 'Stable Yet Sensitive': Defence Ministry
Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

The deployment of the army in all sectors along the Line of Actual Control, the de...

3.84 Trillion Spent On These Weapons...
Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The largest tranche came in July, in the wake of Operation Sindoor, with the DAC...

Will Gold's Bull Run Continue in 2026?
Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'We expect modest returns in 2026 versus the steep gains seen over the past few years.'

Yearend: Time To Reassess YOUR Portfolio
Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

This exercise allows investors to realign their portfolios with changing market...

Investing: How To Avoid Knee-Jerk Exits
Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

Investors encountering underperformance must be patient.

SIM-Binding Standoff: Telcos Vs Apps
Rediff.com17 Dec 2025

App-based communication services providers and Indian telcos are at loggerheads over...

Trai Launches Digital Consent Pilot
Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

A national rollout will take place after the pilot test in which SBI, PNB, Axis Bank,...

Boost Your Health Cover with Smart Riders
Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Make sure the rider adds value rather than just adding to cost.

Are You Insured Against Terrorism?
Rediff.com1 Dec 2025

'Reviewing terms such as war, invasion, acts of foreign enemies or hostilities, which...

Young Earners, Start With A Minimum Rs 1 Cr Cover
Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Younger customers should opt for increasing cover as their financial commitments are...

Want To Donate To A Political Party? Read This!
Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Avoid donating without checking the receipt proforma showing the political party's ECI...

Algo Trading Begins With Stronger Risk Rules
Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.

Sebi Eases IPO Lock-In Rules
Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Sebi has proposed allowing depositories to mark such pledged shares as...

'Don't Consider Gold, Silver As Asset Classes'
Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

'An asset must generate income. Equities yield dividends, bonds pay coupons, deposits...

Are Passive Funds On A Comeback Trail?
Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Passive funds appeal to investors seeking to avoid the risk of underperformance by the...

Banks Offer More Flexibility In Nominations
Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Beginning November 1, 2025, bank customers can name up to four nominees for their...

'Banks Need To Reinvent Themselves'
Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

'Reinvention is not a hugely difficult task. With technology as available today, you...