As India’s population continues to age, it is crucial to increase the budgetary allocation for senior care to a minimum of 1 per cent and expand the initiatives to meet its growing demand. It is imperative that the forthcoming Union Budget of India addresses the...
Budget 2024 Expectations: 5 Key Areas To Focus For Elderly Care
The newly formed government has a huge opportunity to set the ball rolling on key reforms and initiatives for a supportive and age-friendly environment for the elderly. India is experiencing a demographic shift, with a growing elderly population. According to the...
Retirement Planning: A ‘LIFE-TIME’ Framework That Helps Seniors Earn Risk-Adjusted Return
Retirement planning requires efficient risk management to help your investment portfolio grow and achieve financial goals. At 140 million seniors in India account for about 12 per cent of our total population. This number is estimated to more than double to over 330...
How Tech Start-ups For Senior Citizens Are Changing The World Of The Elderly In India
Quite a few have comprehended the void in the senior care area, especially knowing that nearly 25 percent of the elderly population stays in India When a 30+ Nehul Malhotra saw his parents struggle with their phones to book an Uber and crave for his time, this IIM...
Bridging The Digital Generational Gap: Impact Of Technology On Seniors
As senior citizens’ longevity increases, it presents a unique opportunity for startups to address their evolving needs, from daily chores to health-related concerns. As senior citizens’ longevity increases, it presents a unique opportunity for startups to address...
The rise of AI voice cloning: Some dos and don’ts to stay cyber safe
Over the last few years the number of families with a family member living abroad has gone up significantly. For example, in our colony at least one member from every household is staying overseas Over the last few years the number of families with a family member...
Fraud alert: Here’s why you need to be wary of SMS KYCs
So, what to do in cases where you receive KYCs calls or messages? My parents are in their late 70s and early 80s. They proudly live an independent and active social life. One Saturday, late evening, my mother got an SMS...
How to safeguard yourself against digital banking and payment frauds
With the migration to a digital economy, digital payments are on the rise. Fraudsters have continued to keep up with changing times With the migration to a digital economy, digital payments are on the rise. Fraudsters have continued to keep up with changing times....
Frauds in the Brick and Mortar Space: Tips to keep you safe
To make banking experience convenient for customers, several banks have provided facilities like off-site ATMs with dropbox To make banking experience convenient for customers, several banks have provided facilities like off-site ATMs with dropbox, doorstep...
Unmasking three types of common online frauds
International Domain Name Holograph Attack (Punycode) Fraud, Classified Marketplace Fraud, and Social Engineering Fraud This article sheds light on three prominent types of online fraud commonly prevalent in India: International Domain Name Holograph Attack (Punycode)...
Digital Lending and FedEx Scams: How to Identify These Frauds and Protect Yourself
To protect yourself from falling victim to these scams, it is essential to be aware of the red flags and take necessary precautions As the world faced the unprecedented challenges brought about by the pandemic, millions of Indians found themselves grappling with job...
Beware of these mobile and internet frauds
Juice Jacking | Broadband Internet Security | SIM Swap Fraud In today’s digital age, mobile phones and computers have become prime targets for cybercriminals seeking to steal sensitive information. We will shed light on three prevalent frauds that exploit access to...
Here’s How You Can Safeguard Small Businesses Against Hacking
Hacking, a sophisticated and meticulously orchestrated endeavour, often targets businesses, corporations, and financial institutions, leading to devastating data breaches In today’s digital age, the threat of hacking looms large over businesses, transcending the realm...
Parenting Parents – You can choose your friends but not parents
In case you thought parenting was tough, wait till you reach the age where you need to parent your parents! At Least in the case of kids it can be your way or the highway but in case of parents, they have a mind of their own and know how to get their way. It can take...
Ageing Gracefully
It is said “Time and tide waits for no man”. Before you know, it’s time to hang your boots from an active work life. While there is enough material available focussing on the financial thumb rules to help you arrive at the post retirement ...