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May 27, 2026 | 00:41

The salary comes, the money goes: 5 financial traps women often fall into in their 20s and 30s

Your 20s and 30s are a box of many surprises just thrown at you. One moment, you are getting your first salary, the next you are paying rent, sending money home, buying things because you want to. Add to that one trip to Shimla or Mussoorie, and by the end of the month you are left wondering where all the money disappeared. These are also the years when life just flips. Switching jobs, changing cities, getting married and sometimes starting over completely. Big things keep happening, and somewhere in the middle of all that, money just... gets dealt with. That is how most financial mistakes happen. Not in one big dramatic moment. But slowly, through small habits that feel completely normal at the time. Here are five of the most common money mistakes many women unknowingly make in their 20s and 30s.

May 13, 2026 | 11:49

Expert shares workplace trends that could shape the future of work: 8 shifts working women should be aware of

Organizations are navigating a profound transformation in work, driven by AI, talent shortages, and evolving expectations. Jobs are being rebuilt around human-AI collaboration, and AI is becoming a core operational layer. Workforce models are shifting to hybrid talent ecosystems, emphasizing continuous learning and human skills for long-term relevance.

May 2, 2026 | 10:00

Catering is an emerging career option for women: How stable it is and things to know

Catering offers women an energizing career combining creativity, independence, and earning potential, with flexibility to balance work and life. While not an overnight success, dedication, patience, and skill development lead to a stable and rewarding profession. The industry has evolved, demanding innovation and consistency to navigate high expectations and competition.

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What advice would you give your younger self about work or finances?

With experience comes clarity—about careers, money, and the choices we wish we’d made earlier. This discussion invites you to share the lessons you’ve learned along the way and the advice you’d pass on to your younger self. Your insight could help someone make a more confident decision today.

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Apr 2, 2026 | 18:01

10 investing tips from CA Rachana Ranade

Chartered accountant Rachana Ranade offers essential investing tips for beginners. She stresses setting clear goals, diversifying portfolios across various assets, and adopting a long-term perspective. Ranade advises against emotional decisions, emphasizing thorough research, awareness of fees, and regular portfolio tending. She also suggests learning from mistakes and considering professional advice for successful wealth building.

Apr 2, 2026 | 17:44

Meet Nandini Agarwal, who became the world's youngest CA

Morena's Nandini Agrawal achieved a historic feat, becoming the world's youngest Chartered Accountant at 19 and securing a Guinness World Record. Excelling academically from a young age, she cleared Class 10 at 13 and Class 12 at 15. Now a successful CA, content creator, and advocate for early investment, Nandini inspires young individuals to pursue their dreams with dedication.

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