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  Small Savings Schemes: Check latest interest rates of Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, PPF and others

  March 31, 2026 16:07 IST

  Popular options such as the Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Certificate (NSC), and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) continue to draw conservative investors.

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  FD Rates: Banks offering up to 7.75% interest on 3-year deposits for senior citizens

  February 04, 2026 17:10 IST

  It is important to note that banks offer additional basis points to senior citizens, resulting in higher interest rates for these depositors.

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  Is NPS a smart tax strategy for young professionals? Here's what expert says

  November 18, 2025 17:58 IST

  According to Jose, NPS is amongst the most cost-efficient investment options available in India and probably the world, with very low fund management charges.

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  ICICI slashes minimum balance for new savings accounts to Rs 15,000 from Rs 50,000 after outrage

  Business | August 13, 2025 23:55 IST

  ICICI Bank's announcement last week had raised the MAB to Rs 50,000, which was in contrast to other banks that have rationalised their penalties.

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  Mahila Samman Savings Certificate: Know maturity amount on deposit of Rs 1 lakh in this scheme

  February 02, 2025 16:45 IST

  Mahila Samman Saving Certificate (MSSC) is a government-supported scheme that offers a guaranteed rate of return to women and girl children.

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  Women can build wealth: Top government schemes to turn 'Lakhpatis' in 2025

  Business | January 16, 2025 19:56 IST

  Discover how women can achieve financial independence through government schemes like the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, Public Provident Fund, and LIC Aadhaar Shila Policy. These initiatives offer attractive returns, financial security, and easy investment options, empowering women.

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  SIP Vs traditional saving: Which is better and secure financial option in India? EXPLAINED

  Explainers | December 11, 2024 21:13 IST

  As financial planning takes centre stage in securing the future, investment preferences are shifting from traditional saving methods like Fixed Deposits (FDs) and savings accounts to more dynamic options such as Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs).

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  Centre hikes interest rates on some small saving schemes for July-September quarter

  Business | June 30, 2023 20:55 IST

  The Central government raised interest rates on select saving schemes for the July-September quarter.

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  How can India increase its financial literacy rate? Economist weighs in

  Business | January 06, 2023 10:04 IST

  A change is required in our mindsets about money, all of our finances shouldn’t be tied up in one savings scheme, economist Sanjay Jaswani said.

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  EPF still top scorer despite cut in interest rate to 40-year low - 5 Reasons

  June 05, 2022 11:24 IST

  EPF Interest Rate: Contributions towards EPF accounts are done by the employee and the employer as well. The employer deposits the amount into the EPF account of employees directly on a monthly basis.

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  Govt cuts interest rates on small savings schemes, to be effective from April 1. Details

  India | March 31, 2021 23:37 IST

  The government on Wednesday reduced interest rates on small savings including PPF, one-year time deposit, senior citizen savings schemes. The changes will be effective from April 1, 2021.

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  Financial tips every millennial should live by

  Business | March 20, 2018 14:13 IST

  The concept of personal finance is something that every member of the Generation Y needs to understand.

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  What to submit to avoid paying excess TDS

  Business | August 01, 2019 18:29 IST

  While the government expects you to pay taxes honestly, make sure you make use of its exemption schemes to the fullest

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  Government stops subscription for 8 per cent GoI savings bond

  Business | January 01, 2018 22:47 IST

  The bonds have been popular on account of offering a higher rate of interest than small savings and fixed deposit rates.

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  Govt cuts interest rates on different small savings schemes by 0.2%

  Business | December 27, 2017 21:14 IST

  A finance ministry notification said rates have been reduced across the board for schemes such as National Savings Certificate (NSC), Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) and Public Provident Fund (PPF).

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  Interest Rates On Post Office Saving Schemes Increased

  November 11, 2011 20:33 IST

  New Delhi, Nov 11: In a bonanza to millions of small savers, the government today increased interest rates on deposit schemes offered by post offices, like savings account, Monthly Income Scheme and Public Provident Fund.