I am a government employee. Can you tell me how my gratuity will be taxed after I leave office?

I have been working in the private sector for the past 10 years. I am planning to resign. I expect my gratuity amount to be taxed, but can you tell me by how much it could be taxed?

How do I actually go about diversifying the risk in my portfolio? Can you please tell me an example?

What do you suggest I do with my holdings in L&T Finance and Ambuja Cements after the September quarter results? Should I hold or exit?

I am actually short on futures so can you tell me how I can hedge my risk and whether it is possible at all?

I am a single working woman. Can you please tell me more about the SBI “Her Ghar” home loan?

I am planning to take a home by myself. Are there advantages of taking a loan with your spouse or any other family member?

I recently heard my parents discuss a pension plan. Can you please tell me what it is?

I have been reading up on pension plans. Can you tell me how they are taxed?

My credit card promises airport lounge access. Can you tell me what this is?

My father tells me that investing in shares is like gambling. Is that true?