The recent downturn in equity benchmarks has had a significant impact on the annual returns of equity investments in the National Pension System (NPS), which have now decreased to 10.89% as of February 1, based on the latest data from the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). The decline in benchmarks by over 10% … Read more
NPS Vatsalya calculator: NPS Vatsalya is the recent addition to the range of pension schemes introduced by the NDA government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The newest scheme represents a significant stride towards ensuring social security coverage for all citizens and empowers individuals to leverage the potential of compounding, allowing them to steadily build … Read more
NPS Vatsalya Scheme: NPS Vatsalya is now open for subscribers after its formal launch on September 18 (Wednesday). Axis Bank and ICICI Bank have joined the initiative and will be opening NPS Vatsalya accounts across their branches. NPS Vatsalya, just like the National Pension Scheme, is contributory plan with a tiered savings options with exposure … Read more
The NPS Vatsalya scheme, announced in the Union Budget 2024, is expected to be officially unveiled by the latter part of September. Positioned as a modified iteration of the National Pension System (NPS) for government and private emplpoees, NPS Vatsalya is envisaged to serve as a pivotal financial instrument, providing parents with a reliable avenue … Read more
Recently, the National Pension Scheme (NPS) completed 15 years of it existence. Launched in 2004, the National Pension System (NPS) serves as a robust investment avenue for individuals aiming to build a substantial retirement fund, complemented by the prospect of receiving a pension thereafter. It not only facilitates financial independence in your post-retirement years but … Read more
Top government officials are already getting a policy blueprint ready for different sectors much ahead the upcoming term of the NDA government, led by PM Narendra Modi. If the NDA government gets elected in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, it would be its third term in a row. The detailed plan for the next term … Read more
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will read out the Interim Budget 2024 on February 1. Though there is a clear indication that the Centre may not declare major changes in the taxation system like last year, there is a buzz that the Cente may bring in some modifications in the Atal Pension Yojana. Government sources … Read more
National Pension System 2024: The Centre may extend the benefits of the National Pension System (NPS) to the new tax regime, a report said on Wednesday. It is to be noted that the New Tax Regime doesn’t have most tax exemptions valid under the Old Tax Regime. CNBC Awaaz reported that the government may make … Read more
Limited (HDFC) on Saturday said its life insurance arm has received nod from the pension fund regulator PFRDA for change in shareholding ahead of the merger between and subsidiary HDFC Bank. PFRDA vide its letter dated November 11, 2022 to , has granted its approval for proposed change in shareholding of HDFC Life, sponsor company … Read more
Making the National Pension System (NPS) more attractive for subscribers joining it after 65 years of age, the PFRDA has permitted them to allocate up to 50 per cent of the funds in equity, besides easing the exit norms. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has revised the guidelines on entry and exit … Read more