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Planning to invest? You’ll need to complete your KYC for investment. It stands for ‘Know Your Customer’. It’s a basic identity check done before you can invest in mutual funds, stocks or other financial products. KYC is mandatory. Even if you’re switching platforms, you’ll need to do it. Thanks to electronic KYC, the process is …

Running a business today? Then, keeping an eye on your cash flow isn’t just smart — it’s a game-changer. Whether you’re just starting out or running a big setup with loads of accounts, knowing where your money stands at any given moment really matters. That’s where CMS or Cash Management Services steps in. Offered by …

A cancelled cheque is one of the most common document requirements in banking and finance. From bank accounts to loans and investments, many financial services ask for one. It’s a quick way to share your bank account details without any transaction happening.  But many people are still unsure how to cancel a cheque or how …

Digital payments in India are evolving quickly, and UPI Lite is the newest addition. This payment solution takes care of low-value daily payments. It ensures faster processing, minimal bank dependency and better reliability during high traffic hours or in low network zones. UPI Lite is designed for speed, convenience and micro-payments. Whether you’re buying a …

Quick access to funds is crucial during a financial crisis and you can get immediate support from financial institutions. But what if you’re unsure about the exact amount you need? This is where you can rely on a Line of Credit (LOC).   A LOC is not like a traditional loan. It gives you access to …

Scheduled banks are listed under the RBI Act. They have to meet financial norms. This makes scheduled banks more reliable. On the hand non-scheduled banks are not listed. They do not have to follow as rules.   Have you ever thought about what makes one bank better than another bank? Why are some banks called scheduled banks and others are called scheduled banks? This is …

A PAN card is a unique ID given by the Income Tax Department that helps track your financial activity in one place. You might have seen messages asking you to link your PAN with your bank account. This is required, as it basically connects your income, taxes and major transactions to a single record. So …

Need a safe place to store your valuables? A bank locker facility is the perfect solution. It offers a secure, protected space within the bank designed to store everything from important documents to precious jewellery. While most nationalised and private banks provide this service, the features and charges may vary.  Read on to understand how …

Online transactions are now the new norm. This is particularly so for younger generations who are technologically savvy. Nevertheless, paper-based transactions such as cash deposits remain a common banking practice. Cash deposit slips must be completed when you make a physical cash deposit into an account. It is for this reason that you should know …

There are several ways to make payments in India, like using cash, cards or bank transfers. Among them, cheques and demand drafts (DD) are still widely used for paper-based transactions. Each serves a different purpose and works in its own way.  Understanding the difference between cheque and DD can help you decide which one to …