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ULIP vs term insurance: How to choose the right plan—avoid these 5 common mistakes most Indians make | Mint

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When people think about life insurance, they always consider Unit-Linked Insurance Plans (ULIPs) and term insurance. ULIPs focus on combining investment with insurance, whereas term insurance ensures life cover. However, failing to understand the intricacies of these two results in poor decision-making. Here, we discuss the five most common mistakes people make when deciding between … Read more

Worried about defaulting on gold loan? 5 expert tips to protect your jewellery and credit score in 2025 | Mint

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India’s gold loan market is expected to surge to ₹15 trillion by March 2027, according to a recent ICRA report. However, with defaults rising, both borrowers and lenders are becoming increasingly cautious. As gross non-performing assets (GNPAs) climbit is more important than ever to manage gold loans wisely to safeguard your jewellery and maintain an … Read more

Known for student-centric reforms, Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar retires as UGC chairperson | Mint

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Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar has officially retired from his role as Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) upon reaching the age of 65. Starting his tenure in February 2022, Kumar spearheaded several transformative reforms aimed at reshaping India’s higher education landscape. Also Read: UGC NET Result 2024-25: When will NTA release December session scorecards on … Read more

Andhra Pradesh inter 1st, 2nd year results 2025 expected to be out soon at bieap-gov.org; check details | Mint

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The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP), is set to announce the Manabadi AP Intermediate First-Year and Second-Year Results 2025 soon. Official website Once released, students can access their results using their admit card number and date of birth on the official website, bieap-gov.org. The first-year exams took place from March 1 to 19, … Read more

Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2025 LIVE: Scores on kseab.karnataka.gov.in soon; check time and direct link here | Mint

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Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2025 LIVE: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has officially confirmed that the results for the Karnataka 2nd PUC Exam 1 will be announced on Tuesday, April 8. Karnataka 2nd PUC Results 2025 Date & Time As per the official release, the Karnataka Board will first announce the results … Read more

Lost your Axis Bank credit card? Here’s how to block it instantly via app, SMS, net banking or phone call | Mint

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Credit cards open up credit lines, allowing you to borrow money at short notice for immediate needs such as health, shopping, education, or home renovation. In such scenarios, it is important to remain in control of your credit card at all times to prevent misuse and consistently protect your funds from being stolen. Therefore, if … Read more

Why prepaying your home loan in 2025 is a smart financial move amid high interest rates and rising living costs | Mint

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Due to the wave of global inflation, interest rates have remained relatively high, along with a significant increase in living costs over the past few years. This has prompted Indian homeowners to reconsider their long-term financial commitments. One powerful way to take control of your financial health and significantly reduce your overall debt burden is … Read more

How to get a personal loan at low interest in 2025: 6 key tips | Mint

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Personal loans are easy solutions for immediate financial needs, such as paying hospital bills, funding higher education, or renovating your home. However, high interest rates can make repayment a burden. Leading banks in India, including HDFC Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Capital, among others, charge interest rates starting from 10.15% up to 30%. That’s … Read more

Begin your wealth-creating journey in India with consistent investing and the power of compounding | Mint

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Markets across the globe, led by US equity markets, are reeling from the aftershocks of the recently announced tariffs by President Donald Trump. Trillions of dollars in wealth have been wiped out in the recent correction in the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones. The Indian equity markets have witnessed a similar impact, with … Read more

GBSHSE Goa Board Class 10 SSC Result 2025 to be declared today at 5 pm; check direct link, steps, passing marks | Mint

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GBSHSE Goa Board Class 10 SSC Result: The Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (GBSHSE) is announce the SSC (Class 10) Result 2025 today at 5 PM. Students can check their results on the official websites: gbshse.in and results.gbshsegoa.net. This year, in 2025, 18,838 students—9,280 boys and 9,558 girls—appeared for the GBSHSE Goa … Read more