Can a professor, lawyer or doctor give investment advice? Sebi has a plan

Can a professor, lawyer or doctor give investment advice? Sebi has a plan

M. Pattabiraman, a physics professor at IIT Madras, teaches complex theories to eager students. Beyond the classroom, he’s also a well-known personal finance figure, with nine of his financial calculators featured on the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (Sebi) investor education site. Also meet Vijay Malik, a doctor who practised for five years but … Read more

Group insurance for startups: Policies to consider

Group insurance for startups: Policies to consider

I am the founder of a 25-person startup. What types of group insurance should I buy for my team? Are these policies available for small companies like ours, or are they exclusive to larger companies? —Name withheld on request For a startup, often the right set of insurances become critical to attract the right quality … Read more

5 key reasons health insurance is crucial for young adults’ future security

5 key reasons health insurance is crucial for young adults' future security

The new to health individuals, represented by young adults and Gen Z, are today demonstrating a forward-thinking and practical approach to financial matters, understanding the importance of long-term financial well-being. Amid their daily personal and work responsibilities, taking care of their health has become a top priority. As a financially savvier younger generation they see … Read more

AA framework can revolutionize financial tracking for small businesses and individuals, says BG Mahesh

AA framework can revolutionize financial tracking for small businesses and individuals, says BG Mahesh

MUMBAI:The account aggregator (AA) framework, regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), can significantly simplify financial tracking for smaller companies and individuals, according to BG Mahesh, chief executive of Sahmati, at the Mint Digital Summit 2024. Sahmati is a member-driven industry alliance dedicated to promoting and strengthening the AA system. “In offline, the cost … Read more

What do IRDAI’s draft regulations on insurance policies mean for policyholders?

The document, named “Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Protection of Policyholders’ Interests and Allied Matters of Insurers) Regulations, 2024″, brings together eight separate regulations into a unified and comprehensive framework. Extended free-look period The free-look period for reviewing policies will be extended to 30 days from the date of receiving the policy document, … Read more