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  • Federal Bank, South Indian Bank announce measures on co-branded credit cards March 13, 2024 07:43 PM IST

    Federal Bank, South Indian Bank announce measures on co-branded credit cards

    Both banks have cited regulatory guidance received from RBI on March 12.

  • Using Axis Atlas credit cards for ‘business’ spends lands cardholders in a soup March 13, 2024 09:58 AM IST

    Using Axis Atlas credit cards for ‘business’ spends lands cardholders in a soup

    Axis' email to its credit card customers seeks invoices to verify that their trips were indeed intended for leisure. Usage for commercial or business purposes is not permitted, as it constitutes unfair accumulation of reward points.

  • Should you apply for the PNB-EaseMyTrip co-branded credit card? March 12, 2024 10:06 AM IST

    Should you apply for the PNB-EaseMyTrip co-branded credit card?

    The card is overpriced compared to the Standard Chartered-EaseMyTrip credit card. Consider this only if it's in tune with your travel and annual card spend patterns.

  • RBI asks card issuers to put in place mechanism to monitor end use of funds March 07, 2024 09:57 PM IST

    RBI asks card issuers to put in place mechanism to monitor end use of funds

    For the cardholder’s convenience, card transaction related data may be drawn directly from the card issuer’s system in an encrypted form and displayed in the co-branding partner (CBP) platform with robust security, the RBI said.

  • Credit card users can now choose between Visa, Mastercard, RuPay and Amex. Here’s what you need to know March 06, 2024 02:51 PM IST

    Credit card users can now choose between Visa, Mastercard, RuPay and Amex. Here’s what you need to know

    Credit card users will now have the freedom to choose between card networks. Until now, your bank decided the networks the card you were issued was based on. The RBI's latest directive gives more choice to card customers

  • YES Bank imposes minimum card usage to unlock domestic airport lounge access March 06, 2024 12:59 PM IST

    YES Bank imposes minimum card usage to unlock domestic airport lounge access

    Soon, to unlock complimentary domestic lounge access, YES Bank cardholders need to spend Rs 10,000 or more in a calendar quarter.

  • How to avoid falling prey to OTP fraud March 06, 2024 07:31 AM IST

    How to avoid falling prey to OTP fraud

    The convenience of managing finances at our fingertips comes hand in hand with a growing vulnerability to digital attacks. Arming yourself with knowledge, maintaining good digital hygiene and staying vigilant can be your shield against such frauds.

  • Linking RuPay credit cards to UPI: What you need to know March 05, 2024 12:21 PM IST

    Linking RuPay credit cards to UPI: What you need to know

    In June 2022, the RBI allowed RuPay credit cards to be linked to UPI. No other credit card has this facility. According to banking experts, allowing other networks to integrate with UPI will broaden the scope of digital payments, fostering competition and innovation.

  • Restrictions on Paytm Bank to paying advance taxes, here's your guide to five key financial changes this March March 01, 2024 07:29 AM IST

    Restrictions on Paytm Bank to paying advance taxes, here's your guide to five key financial changes this March

    From curbs on Paytm Payments Bank accounts to planning of investments to save taxes to paying advance taxes, a lot is happening this month. Here’s what to watch for.

  • Is your credit card application getting rejected? Try an FD-backed card February 28, 2024 09:50 AM IST

    Is your credit card application getting rejected? Try an FD-backed card

    Opting for a fixed deposit-backed card could mitigate issues of a poor credit score or an uneven income flow that would otherwise stymie a credit card application

  • Up to 58% of home loan borrowers take Rs 10-50 lakh loans: Bank of Baroda study February 16, 2024 09:19 AM IST

    Up to 58% of home loan borrowers take Rs 10-50 lakh loans: Bank of Baroda study

    As of September 2023, the home loan segment had the highest outstanding loans at 53.5 percent, followed by personal loans, vehicle loans, credit cards and consumer durable loans

  • Budget 2024: No announcement on TCS on international credit card spends February 01, 2024 05:03 PM IST

    Budget 2024: No announcement on TCS on international credit card spends

    With the interim budget not touching upon TCS on credit cards, those with foreign expenses can continue using their credit cards without worrying about TCS deduction.

  • Will the Budget bring credit card international spends under TCS? February 01, 2024 08:25 AM IST

    Will the Budget bring credit card international spends under TCS?

    In June 2023, the government reversed its earlier decision to bring credit card international spends under tax collected at source or TCS. The expectation was that these spends would eventually be brought under TCS but that has not been the case so far. According to credit card experts it is unlikely that the election budget will make announcement on this matter

  • Rupay credit card monthly spending crosses Rs 10,000 crore; doubles market share January 25, 2024 06:13 PM IST

    Rupay credit card monthly spending crosses Rs 10,000 crore; doubles market share

    The number of Rupay credit cards in circulation crossed 10 million in December, which is a little more than 10 percent of the overall credit cards in circulation.

  • New to credit? Here is how to build your credit score wisely January 12, 2024 11:16 AM IST

    New to credit? Here is how to build your credit score wisely

    Building a strong credit score takes time and responsible credit management. Your repayment history is given the highest weightage, so you must ensure that you pay all your dues on time to build and maintain a good credit score.

  • ICICI Bank reduces benefits on 21 credit cards, imposes minimum card usage for airport lounge access January 05, 2024 02:01 PM IST

    ICICI Bank reduces benefits on 21 credit cards, imposes minimum card usage for airport lounge access

    The bank has also withdrawn rewards on rent payments and e-wallet loading while levying currency conversion mark-up on payments in INR at overseas destinations.

  • Explained: How virtual credit cards work December 22, 2023 08:02 AM IST

    Explained: How virtual credit cards work

    An advantage of the virtual credit card is that it empowers cardholders with advanced transaction controls and limits that protect against misuse and reduce the risk of significant financial loss.

  • LIC IDFC FIRST credit card: A Moneycontrol review December 19, 2023 10:21 AM IST

    LIC IDFC FIRST credit card: A Moneycontrol review

    Though the card offers extra reward points for LIC policy premium payments, the reward rate is not very lucrative. Also, most benefits offered are available with other credit cards, too

  • DreamFolks launches card-based membership programme for travellers December 18, 2023 06:27 PM IST

    DreamFolks launches card-based membership programme for travellers

    With the new program, people will be able to access airport lounges without having a credit or debit card, DreamFolks said

  • Banking Central | How RBI may have averted a potential consumer debt crisis December 18, 2023 12:47 PM IST

    Banking Central | How RBI may have averted a potential consumer debt crisis

    In the post-Covid period, personal loans as a percentage of total bank loans have risen significantly. These loans are the first to take hit in the event of an economic crisis. The RBI action has come as a timely step

  • Why Do Credit Cards Refuse Reward Points On Utility, Insurance And Rent Payments December 22, 2023 10:14 AM IST

    Why Do Credit Cards Refuse Reward Points On Utility, Insurance And Rent Payments

    Many credit card holders have been found to use sharp tactics to earn faster rewards points. This has prompted banks to exclude categories such as utility bill, insurance and rent payments from their reward-earning lists.

  • Seven financial changes that may impact you this December December 01, 2023 12:07 PM IST

    Seven financial changes that may impact you this December

    From providing nomination or opt-out for investments in MFs and demat accounts to changes to HDFC Bank’s Regalia credit card lounge access within India, you need to be aware of several changes in the financial arena.

  • Banks prefer to lend money to salaried, than self-employed, says a Paisabazaar study November 09, 2023 03:29 PM IST

    Banks prefer to lend money to salaried, than self-employed, says a Paisabazaar study

    A Paisabazaar report titled “Making India Credit Fit” says that awareness of credit has gone up sharply among young customers.

  • Love to travel? Here is how you can use credit card to save on travel expenses November 11, 2023 06:42 PM IST

    Love to travel? Here is how you can use credit card to save on travel expenses

    The key to maximising value is understanding the features and benefits of your travel card and using them smartly.

  • When keeping an eye on your credit score, don’t lose sight of the credit utilisation ratio October 26, 2023 07:13 AM IST

    When keeping an eye on your credit score, don’t lose sight of the credit utilisation ratio

    If the ratio is high and consistently so, it might indicate the individual is relying heavily on credit and may be under financial stress.

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