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Worried about losing Instagram memories? Here's how you can download all your data in minutes
If you're planning to take a break or delete your Instagram account but worry about losing important chats, posts, or memories, Instagram offers a simple way to download and save your data. By following a few easy steps, you can secure your information, including messages and content, either on your device or in cloud storage. This feature ensures you can preserve all your activities and memories before making any big decisions about your account.
Get up to 8.2% interest from Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, Sukanya Samriddhi and 4 other post office schemes
Small savings schemes: The government reviews interest rates of small savings schemes quarterly. Here is a list of small savings schemes offering interest rates between 7.5% and 8.2% for October - December 2024.
Are Indian households overleveraged in the equity market?
Reserve Bank of India has released new data revealing a surge in Indian household financial assets, driven by significant growth in equity investments. Despite this, household debt has also doubled since 2019, raising questions about the impact of this financial wealth on consumer spending.
Are focused & ELSS mutual funds making a comeback? Here¡¯s how to invest
ELSS and focused mutual funds, which experienced outflows for the first half of the fiscal year, are regaining investor interest. Renewed confidence in the equity market and tax benefits are driving this comeback, making these categories attractive options for investors, particularly those under the old tax regime.
Long-range strikes against Russia: too late to save Ukraine?
The U.S. has decided to allow Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied weapons for strikes inside Russia, a significant policy shift. This decision could help Ukraine defend its position in Russia's Kursk region but is unlikely to change the course of the war. While this move grants Ukraine a tactical advantage, its overall impact remains uncertain, with many viewing it as overdue.
7 ELSS mutual funds turn Rs 10,000 monthly SIP to over Rs 1 crore in 25 years
Seven ELSS mutual funds, including SBI Long Term Equity Fund and HDFC ELSS Tax saver, have transformed a monthly SIP of Rs 10,000 into over Rs 1 crore in 25 years, demonstrating their potential for long-term wealth creation through tax-saving investments.
Chennai-based professional can save Rs 92,000 tax with NPS, other perks; here's how
Sudhir Kaushik of TaxSpanner.com tells readers how they can optimise their tax by rejigging their incomes and investments.
Banks stick to CD route to meet funding needs
Indian banks are turning to certificates of deposit (CDs) to bridge the gap between loan demand and deposit growth. CD issuances have surged by 69% this fiscal as banks compete for deposits amid tight liquidity. Analysts predict that deposit rates will remain elevated despite anticipated rate cuts.
Battleground Maharashtra: MVA fights to retain Maratha-Dalit-Muslim unity
As Maharashtra's election heats up, the opposition MVA is working to maintain its 'Save Constitution' momentum and its Maratha-Dalit-Muslim voter base. Meanwhile, the ruling Mahayuti alliance is highlighting its welfare programs and trying to capitalize on potential rifts within the MVA's base, particularly regarding OBC reservations.
Michael Jordan could save NASCAR from itself
Michael Jordan's NASCAR team, 23XI Racing, along with Front Row Motorsports, filed an antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, alleging monopolistic practices that harm teams and the sport. The lawsuit challenges NASCAR's charter system, which lacks permanent franchises and has led to team closures and declining viewership.
How TikTok saved its ecommerce business in Indonesia
Indonesia was a critical market and the first place where TikTok rolled out this feature. The app, owned by the Chinese tech giant ByteDance, had about 130 million users, nearly as many as it had in the United States. Since its launch here in 2021, TikTok Shop had become one of the most popular places for Indonesians to buy things online.
What is Trump¡¯s DOGE, headed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, and why it will 'send shockwaves' through Washington DC
President-elect Donald Trump appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This new department aims to reduce government bureaucracy, cut wasteful spending, and restructure federal agencies. The goal is to create a smaller, more efficient government by July 4, 2026, in time for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Economics of elder care: How to balance love, duty, and practicality while caring for aged parents
We have done our best for our parents, but we know the toll it took on us. Being appreciated for being the caregiver felt good, but not good enough to ease the burden of caregiving. We deny the hardships, graciously do not bring up the sacrifices, and bury the resentment deep inside. We tell our children as we age that we won¡¯t burden them similarly. That is a clear acknowledgement of the burden of the task.
How to make sure your retirement investment portfolio is on track
Retirement savings require more than a ¡®set it and forget it¡¯ approach.
Upcoming election is for saving 'Sanatan' in Jharkhand: Himanta
Sarma, also the BJP's Jharkhand election co-incharge, was addressing an election rally in Deoghar district in favour of BJP nominee Randhir Singh, who filed his nomination from Sarath assembly constituency.
What is the connection between US elections and the 'daylight saving time' affecting 400 million Americans?
Approximately 400 million people in North America will adjust their clocks for daylight saving time this weekend. The U.S. will end DST on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at 2 a.m. Legislative efforts are ongoing to evaluate the necessity of DST. The Sunshine Protection Act proposes making DST permanent but faces hurdles in Congress.
Mahila Samman Savings Certificate: Eligibility, how to open an account, withdrawal rule
Mahila Samman Savings Certificate offers a safe and secure investment option at 7.5% interest rate, compounded quarterly, for a tenure of two years.
Day Light Saving USA end 2024: Date, time, how to tackle potential health effects
Day Light Saving is ending in the US and it's time to reset the clocks and adjust your body.
Daylight saving time ends soon: Here is how it can impact your health, ways to prepare yourself and more
Daylight saving time ends Nov. 3, granting an extra hour of sleep but resulting in earlier darkness. The shift can affect circadian rhythms, causing sleep disruptions and health issues. Health experts recommend eliminating time changes and sticking with standard time to better align with human biology and sunlight exposure.
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