The Vibe Journal: Finance Blogs

Under the Negotiable Instruments Act of 1881, cheque bounce is categorised as an offensive act. If your cheque bounces for any reason, you must face consequences such as monetary penalties, imprisonment or both. It can also impact your credibility and lead to other such negative effects.   Read on to learn about the meaning of cheque …

You can block your ATM card instantly via customer care, net banking, the mobile app, SMS or a branch visit and unblock it the same way, usually within minutes to 24 hours. Once you are confident your card is secure, you can easily unblock it to regain full access to your funds. A block can …

Wondering what an Issuer Identification Number or IIN is? Well, it’s an important component of payment cards, like credit and debit cards. The number helps identify the card issuer and your card’s processing network. Apart from this, you get to enjoy several other benefits, making this an important part of your payment card. Here’s a …

If your credit card application is declined, it isn’t the end of the world. Nowadays, applying for a credit card is easier, thanks to fintech advancements that allow you to get quick approval from the comfort of your home. Despite the easy access, issuers have specific eligibility criteria that you must fulfil.  All financial institutions …

Reverse repo rate and repo rate set by the RBI are specific monetary policy tools. The policies that govern these rates help manage the country’s overall economy. Specific factors like inflation, currency rate changes and money flow influence these rates.   Read the information below to define repo rate and reverse repo rates and learn how …

This guide explains how to check your CIBIL score with a PAN card; covering free steps on the TransUnion CIBIL website and on Fibe, why PAN is the primary ID used, what happens when you change your PAN and how key factors like repayment history and credit utilisation affect your score.  Yes, you can check your CIBIL score …

Downloaded your e-Aadhaar and can’t open the PDF? Feeling stuck at the password prompt, wondering what it could be — your name, Aadhaar number or something else? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one facing this. The e-Aadhaar PDF comes with a built-in password for security, and it’s usually a combination of your personal details. …

Businesses issue a GST credit note under special circumstances that allow them to correct any discrepancies in bills and invoices. It helps businesses maintain their account books without any discrepancies. Issuing credit notes is more convenient than reissuing new invoices, making them more favourable.  Read on to know the meaning of a credit note, its …

This article explains what cess on income tax means, its full form, and how the 4% Health and Education Cess is calculated, with worked examples across income slabs. It also breaks down the difference between cess and surcharge, the types of cess levied in India, and who is liable to pay.  Cess on income tax is an additional levy the Central Government charges on top of …

This article explains what a UPI reference number is, how its 12-digit format works and how to track it online using your UPI app passbook or history section. It also covers the difference between a UPI reference number and a UPI ID and what to do if a transaction gets stuck.  What is a UPI Reference Number?  A UPI reference number, …