Yearly Archives: 2021
You know that running your startup needs you to have a solid financial foundation. Without the right bank account, it’s near impossible to conduct your business’ financial transactions. A current account is specially designed to help businesses transact with ease and ultimately grow. Although similar to a savings account in many aspects, the purpose of…
Do you love going on family vacations? Or does your work require you to travel abroad frequently? Then you must have heard of a forex card. Or maybe you already have one! It is undoubtedly the most effective way to carry money when you’re travelling abroad. A multi-currency forex card such as the one offered…
The festive season is here, and each of us will be looking forward to celebrations over the next few months. Moreover, with the Government gradually easing restrictions across the country, citizens are now looking forward to indulging in a bit of retail therapy, and shower their loved ones with gifts and more. In a bid to add…
When used strategically, a credit card can make your day-to-day transactions a walk in the park. You can simply replace a bulky wallet with a shiny plastic card and call it a day! But a credit card is a lot more than just a tool to replace cash with. In fact, when you apply for…
Digital payments in India are currently in a transitional phase. Increasing number of people are looking for smarter, safer, simpler, and faster payment options. To service this growing demand, the Government of India has recently launched a unique bank-based functionality – Bharat QR – that triggers the transaction process by scanning codes. To keep in…
FASTag is an electronic toll collection system that is based on radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. Introduced in 2014, its RFID technology enables toll payments to be made directly while the vehicle/car is moving. FASTag stickers – made mandatory at all NHAI toll booths across India – are affixed on the windscreen of vehicles and…
So, you were finally convinced of the virtues of a credit card and decided to get yourself one. For weeks, you eagerly looked forward to shopping here and there and unlocking this reward and that. But now that your brand-new credit card just arrived in the mail, you have no idea how or where to…
Here’s a fact. If you are a beginner and wish to invest your money in the safest way possible, you should open a fixed deposit. FDs are popular because they help in the risk-free growth of your funds. By investing your savings in an FD, you can earn interest and work towards your financial goals, such…
Eyeing a stunning luxury vehicle that is a little out of your budget range? Worry not! Apply for a car loan, and drive away your chosen high-end vehicle in no time. Today, vehicle finance for luxury cars is more affordable than before, comes with flexible repayment tenures, and you can apply for one online. But,…
Two-wheelers are the preferred mode of transport for thousands of Indians. And rightly so! From affordability, fuel efficiency, low maintenance to feasibility, these vehicles have numerous benefits. So, if you are planning on purchasing a shiny new bike or scooter, don’t think twice. Instead, give some thought to how you will finance the purchase. IndusInd…
A credit card has become a necessity rather than a luxury item. Whether it’s a big ticket purchase or your weekly grocery shopping, a credit card makes payments easy and hassle-free. In addition to the convenience of making payments, using a credit card also enables you to earn attractive reward points and cashbacks, which you…
The classic Mastercard advertising slogan “There are some things money can’t buy. For everything else, there’s Mastercard” beautifully sums up the indispensability of cashless transactions. Indeed, as time progresses, many people are veering away from using cash given the ease and convenience offered by debit and credit cards. Interestingly, while credit cards are known for…
Long gone are the days when credit cards were a luxury. Now they are a necessity you need to shop online, make big-ticket purchases, and get a line of credit without paying any interest. If you are looking to get a credit card instantly, but don’t want the hassle of visiting your bank, apply online….
Having your debit card declined can be uncomfortable or embarrassing in social situations – but also unsettling and worrisome if you’re not aware of the reason behind the rejection. If debit cards are your primary mode of payment, having your card declined can lock you out of making day-to-day purchases. Sounds frustrating, right? From simple…
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a savings account? Safety, check. Liquidity, check. What about a high interest rate? Not convinced? Yes, your savings account is a lot more than a safe haven for your deposits. At IndusInd Bank, you enjoy a high interest rate on your savings…
Having access to funds whenever you are in an urgent financial need is a power we all wish we had. But life doesn’t work that way as financial problems can arise out of nowhere. In such challenging situations, a low interest personal loan can be your saviour! More so, if it is by a modern…
Let’s face it. Earning money is hardly enough to achieve financial stability. The key is knowing how to save and grow your wealth to fulfil all your financial goals. So, how you put your disposable income to use is important. This is where investment instruments step in. If you are new to the world of…
With heavy-duty traffic habitually on the menu for Indian drivers, snaking queues at toll plazas is always an additional headache, not to mention a waste of time as well. To curb this problem, the Government has introduced FASTag – an RFID-powered tag – to make the toll plaza experience a less cumbersome affair. All you…
There was a time when owning a car was a luxury for Indian households. No longer is that the case! Be it for daily commute or the simple convenience of being able to take off on a ride whenever your heart desires, there is no denying that owning a car is a necessity today. Got…
When you are in your 20s, investing is not on your priority list. But, there is a reason experts advise starting as early as possible, especially when it comes to your savings! Investing early means giving your hard-earned savings enough time to grow so you can have a good sum of money when you need…