Author: Shehnaz Beig
Shehnaz Beig
Shehnaz Ali Siddiqui is a Corporate Communications Expert by profession and writer by Passion. She has experience of many years in the same. Her educational background in Mass communication has given her a broad base from which to approach many topics. She enjoys writing around Public relations, Corporate communications, travel, entrepreneurship, insurance, and finance among others.
The process of submitting a life certificate for pensioners has become more convenient with the introduction of the Digital Life Certificate initiative. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 10th November 2014, this scheme allows retired employees to submit their life certificates digitally, ensuring their pension continues without hassle. The government has made it even easier for pensioners to submit these certificates from the comfort of their homes using their mobile phones. EPFO’s Step-by-Step Guide to Submit Digital Life Certificate The Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has outlined the process for submitting a Digital Life Certificate. According to EPFO, pensioners…
Pakistan, already struggling with a severe debt crisis, is set to receive additional loans from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The ADB has committed to providing $2 billion annually to Pakistan over the next four years, according to recent reports. This assistance, aimed at helping the country manage its cash shortages, will begin in 2024 and continue through 2027. The announcement was made following discussions between ADB President Masatsugu Asakawa and Pakistani officials on Monday. The total package, worth $8 billion, is part of ADB’s ongoing efforts to support Pakistan’s economic recovery. Concessional Loan at Low Interest Rates As part…
Rating agency Crisil has stated that the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh is unlikely to have any significant short-term impact on Indian industries. In its recent report, Crisil pointed out that although industry-specific risks could vary, the overall credit quality of Indian companies remains unaffected for now. Limited Trade Exposure to Bangladesh Minimizes Risks India’s trade exposure to Bangladesh is relatively small, accounting for just 2.5% of its total exports and 0.3% of imports in the last fiscal year. Indian exports to Bangladesh mainly consist of cotton, petroleum products, and electricity, while imports include vegetable oil, marine products, and garments. Crisil’s…
Investors seeking exposure to gold often find themselves presented with various avenues, and Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) have gained prominence as a government-backed investment option. While SGBs can be purchased from various channels, including banks and post offices, the option to buy them from the stock exchange has become increasingly popular. In this comprehensive article, we will explore the pros and cons of buying Sovereign Gold Bonds from the stock exchange to help investors make informed decisions. Understanding Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) SGBs are financial instruments issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on behalf of the Government of…