How do ETFs compare with other classes of mutual funds that are currently available in the markets?

I understand that e-mandates can be given in case of systematic investment plans of mutual funds. How do these e-mandates for SIPs work and what are the benefits and risks in this method?

Why has the stock of HDFC AMC managed to do so well in the markets in the last few months? Are there any more mutual funds likely to be listed?

What is the total amount of funds raised through public issues and rights issues of equities in the recent past and how does that compare with previous periods?

What are gold backed exchange traded funds (ETFs) and how do they compare with other forms of gold investments?

What are the various types of mutual funds that exist in Indian market?

What are the different kinds of issues that are available in India currently?

What are the different types of passive investment strategies that can be deployed in the markets? Also, when does passive investing make more sense?

What should you do with the ULIP funds that you are still holding? Should you get out of them?

What are the key highlights of the US Fed rate cut announcement and what does that mean for Indian markets?

What are the advantages of investing in Mutual funds as compared to stocks?