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SGB Secondary Market Tax Change: What Investors Must Know (2026)
From April 1, 2026, buying Sovereign Gold Bonds from the secondary market no longer gives you the capital gains tax exemption at maturity. Here's what changed, who is affected, and what to do next.
7 min read13 April 2026
Bitcoin Surges 5% After Iran Ceasefire — India Market Update
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Bitcoin Surges 5% After Iran Ceasefire — India Market Update
Bitcoin jumps to $72,700 as Trump announces a 2-week ceasefire with Iran. Oil crashes 15%, $600M in shorts liquidated. What this means for Indian crypto investors.
6 min read8 April 2026
Crypto Markets Slide as Hormuz Crisis Deepens — India Update
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Crypto Markets Slide as Hormuz Crisis Deepens — India Update
Bitcoin drops below $68,500 as Iran's Hormuz blockade shakes global markets. Here's what Indian crypto investors need to know about prices, tax rules, and the road ahead.
6 min read7 April 2026
What You Lose Under the New Tax Regime — Complete List
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What You Lose Under the New Tax Regime — Complete List
The new tax regime gives you ₹12 lakh tax-free income but takes away 80C, 80D, HRA, LTA, and more. Here’s the complete list of what you lose and what you keep — so you can decide which regime is better for you.
8 min read5 April 2026
19 Income Tax Changes from April 2026 You Must Know
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19 Income Tax Changes from April 2026 You Must Know
The new financial year brings 19 major tax changes — from a brand new Income Tax Act to stricter HRA rules, higher STT on F&O, and credit card surveillance. Here’s every change that affects your money.
10 min read5 April 2026
Your Take-Home Salary Just Got Cut — Here’s Why
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Your Take-Home Salary Just Got Cut — Here’s Why
From April 2026, your basic pay must be at least 50% of your CTC. That means lower take-home pay but significantly higher EPF and gratuity. Here’s what changed and what it means for your wallet.
7 min read5 April 2026
HDFC Pixel Play Credit Card Review: Customisable Cashback?
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HDFC Pixel Play Credit Card Review: Customisable Cashback?
Choose your own cashback brands, get 5% back, and manage everything via the PayZapp app. Is the HDFC Pixel Play the future of credit cards?
5 min read4 April 2026
Axis MyZone Credit Card Review: Best for Entertainment?
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Axis MyZone Credit Card Review: Best for Entertainment?
Free movies, Swiggy discounts, SonyLIV subscription, and dining deals. At ₹500 (often free), is the Axis MyZone the entertainment king?
5 min read4 April 2026
BOBCARD Eterna Credit Card Review: Best Travel Card?
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BOBCARD Eterna Credit Card Review: Best Travel Card?
60+ airport lounges, 2% forex markup, and BOGO movies. Currently offered lifetime free. Is the BOBCARD Eterna the best travel card under the radar?
5 min read4 April 2026
SBI Simply Click Credit Card Review: Best Budget Shopping Card?
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SBI Simply Click Credit Card Review: Best Budget Shopping Card?
10X rewards on BookMyShow, Myntra, and Apollo 24x7, plus milestone vouchers. At ₹499, is the SBI Simply Click the best budget card? Our review.
5 min read4 April 2026
Kotak Cashback Plus Credit Card Review: Best for Groceries?
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Kotak Cashback Plus Credit Card Review: Best for Groceries?
5% on groceries and food delivery, 3% on fuel, and uncapped 0.5% on everything else. Is the Kotak Cashback Plus the everyday hero? Our review.
5 min read4 April 2026
IDFC First WOW Credit Card Review: Best for Beginners?
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IDFC First WOW Credit Card Review: Best for Beginners?
No income proof needed, just a ₹20,000 FD. Zero forex, lifetime free, never-expiring rewards. Is the IDFC First WOW the perfect first credit card?
5 min read4 April 2026