Ah, life! Isn’t it just grand when your biggest financial dilemma is whether to splurge on that artisanal coffee or save for a slightly bigger vacation? We happily ride the gentle waves of economic normalcy, meticulously planning for retirement, perhaps eyeing a new gadget or a quaint little cottage. The news might occasionally whisper of…
If you are a millennial, we are sure you remember the old days of shuffling physical share certificates. Flimsy paper, endless forms, and the ever-present anxiety of loss or damage, not to mention the cumbersome affair. Even after dematerialization became the norm, transferring shares between accounts could still feel like a bureaucratic maze, often involving…
Ah, the joys of parenthood! The tiny socks, the adorable giggles, and the endless diaper changes—parenthood is a rollercoaster of emotions and responsibilities….
The Sharma household in Jaipur was in a state of stunned silence. Priya, the eldest daughter, had just gotten engaged, but the usual celebratory chaos was replaced by a single, glaring number on Mrs. Sharma’s phone. “Beta, this can’t be right,” she whispered, her voice tense. “The website says 24-carat gold is ₹1,32,000 for 10…
Life is a fragile thread, woven with moments of joy and sorrow, strength and vulnerability. We often hear the phrase, “Life is unpredictable,” but only when tragedy strikes does the true weight of those words sink deep into our hearts. The recent calamity—the crash of Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner—serves as a stark, painful reminder…
Rohit was in a hurry. His friend was waiting at the petrol station, and he needed to send ₹2000 for fuel. Fumbling with his phone, he typed the UPI ID `rahul123@oksbi` instead of `rahul321@paytm`. A quick tap, and the money was gone. It was only when his friend called asking, “Bro, payment bheja?” that a…
Trump’s recent actions, including the new tariffs, are linked to India’s continued purchase of discounted Russian crude oil. This has placed India and Brazil at a significant disadvantage, as they face the highest tariff rates in the U.S. market. While these measures aim to protect U.S. industries, history shows that tariffs ultimately burden the end…
Many people think of options trading as a form of gambling, a high-stakes lottery where a few lucky souls make a fortune while the rest lose everything. The truth, however, is far from this. For an expert trader in India, options are not a bet; they are a sophisticated set of tools used to manage…
How and why vs what I do and why I do Segment: How to choose the segment of trading/investment? Segment here refers to Cash/ Futures/ Options/ Commodities. The risk of each segment varies and is increasing in the order of Cash<Futures<Options (Commodities is a different sphere altogether, so leaving it out of scope for now)….
Turning your favorite pastime into a profitable venture can alleviate stress and boost your income, as hobbies like pottery and coding can become thriving Indian side hustles. As Simon Sinek wisely said, “Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress. Working hard for something we love is called passion.” You know, it’s…
