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6 money habits that erode generational wealth and how smart planning secures your family’s future

You can protect generational wealth by avoiding common financial mistakes such as overspending, hidden debt and ignoring estate planning and by adopting diversified investments, insurance coverage, and transparent family financial strategies.

3 min read9 Apr 2026
Money

What are FD-backed credit cards? Are they worth it? Benefits, risks and best options

FD-backed credit cards offer a simple way to build a credit score using fixed deposits, with easy approval, steady interest earnings, and manageable risks when used responsibly and strategically. Here is a list of the top credit cards against fixed deposits in 2026.

3 min read30 Mar 2026
Focus

How Forex Credit Cards Can Help Save Money on Upcoming Vacations

Zero-forex markup credit cards can help travelers save on expenses abroad by avoiding additional bank charges. These cards enable individuals to enjoy benefits like discounts and premium experiences while managing travel costs effectively.

3 min read25 Mar 2026
Money

Online spends cross 62% as UPI, credit cards turn complementary: SBI Card MD Salila Pande

UPI and credit cards now complement each other, with UPI boosting usage and cards offering liquidity, rewards and flexible credit, says Salila Pande, MD & CEO, SBI Card

4 min read3 Mar 2026
Money

Why your premium credit card perks just got devalued: The big squeeze on banks

Major issuers HDFC Bank, American Express, SBI Card and ICICI Bank have reworked reward structures and tightened lounge access rules. Find out why your card benefits are shrinking and what you should do next.

7 min read2 Mar 2026
Money

I never paid for a flight ticket in past 10 years: Ashish Lath, CEO, SaveSage

In the past 10 years, Ashish Lath took 400 flights without spending any money, which includes around 80 international ones. He stayed in hotels for 100 nights without paying anything, getting 23% return on expenses in value terms by using 15 credit cards.

4 min read25 Feb 2026
Money

How to regain control when you’re caught in a credit card debt trap

Credit card issuance has doubled in five years and dues have surged. Are more Indians slipping into a debt trap—and how can borrowers break free before it spirals?

5 min read23 Feb 2026
Economy

UPI credit lines may get card-like interest-free windows

The NPCI is pinning its hopes on clearer regulations and credit card-like features to drive adoption of UPI-linked credit lines.

5 min read19 Jan 2026
Industry

In a luxury-focussed card market, BOBCARD bets on health and insurance

With rising medical costs and changing customer preferences reshaping how credit cards are used, BOBCARD is moving away from one-size-fits-all offerings towards cohort-specific products.

5 min read11 Jan 2026
Money

IDFC First Bank launches Zero Forex Diamond Reserve Credit Card for global travellers. Details here

IDFC FIRST's 'Diamond Reserve Credit Card' provides 0% forex markup, interest-free global ATM cash withdrawals, and lifetime reward points.

2 min read7 Jan 2026