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Amid falling interest rates on FDs, these 4 investment options offer up to 8.6% interest rate

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Amid falling interest rates on FDs, these 4 investment options offer up to 8.6% interest rate New Delhi:   The Reserve Bank of India has cut the repo rate for the fifth time in a row to give a further boost to consumption and private investment in a bid to revive growth as inflation remained within the central bank's comfort level. The RBI cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.15%. Following the suit, banks have cut interest rates on loans and fixed deposits (FDs).  A fixed deposit is among the most preferred investment option among senior citizens and retirees. State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, has cut interest rates on fixed deposits (FDs) for the second time in a month. SBI reduced FD rates by up to 30 basis points on select maturities on Wednesday. The lender also reduced its Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points across all tenors. Given below are four options that are currently offering int...

11 Things I Wish I Knew As A Teenager

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11 Things I Wish I Knew As A Teenager I was a teenager once. Every one was. It's the most complicated phase of life, yet very special. A phase where you remember the most. The child in you wants to enjoy but there is also an adult in you who is supposed to do things you are terrified to do. That person inside you is all confused when you are a teenager and I was no different. But now, as someone in their late twenties looking for stability in life, I want to look back and tell a few things to my teenage self. Here are some things that you must read. 1. Marks really don't matter and I could have made a few more memories in school than beating myself up over what I scored in tests. Unsplash 2. The most important thing is to take care of your mental health. Mental peace should always be a priority. Unsplash 3. Those butterflies in the stomach...,that wasn't love. You were only nervous back then and caring for someone was new. Unsplash ...

Hobbies and ideas

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Not Just Singing & Dancing: 7 Amazing Hobby Ideas For Adults To Snap You Out Of Your Funk! POPxo The digital world and busy lifestyles have got the generation inside out, so much so, that you wouldn't question even if someday you spend 20 hours in front of your laptop. Ask someone how much time they spend making spreadsheets, emailing and travelling for work. They'll have an answer, but ask them about their hobby, they'll go into their thinking mode. That's because me-time is being replaced by thee-time in an effort to earn more money. Honestly, what is it costing you apart from, well, your health, quality time with your loved ones and things that truly make you happy? People don't realise how important it is to have a hobby, even as an adult. As per science-backed studies, hobbies can improve work performance, your health and reduce stress too. If you're not sure what hobby you should explore, we have a list of amazing activities that ...