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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on 1 Feb 2026, while presenting the Interim Budget, kept the income tax slab rates unchanged for both new and old

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A Financial Plan can help to achieve your financial goals with the right investment. Let’s learn how to plan personal finance better in 2026.

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If you are wondering should I invest in Silver in India, learn with detailed analysis, including the rise in silver prices and industrial demand.
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About Author

Salma Sony

"My focus is on my client, not on selling financial products."

Hello, I'm Salma!

I’m a SEBI Registered Investment Adviser (RIA No.:INA000017222) & Certified Financial PlannerCM (FPSB No.: 60832) with 15 years of experience in the financial industry, aiming to improve India’s financial literacy and enable people to learn about financial planning in the most simplified way.

I started creating content on my YouTube channel to build financial awareness and later began writing articles. So far, I have published 100+ articles on personal finance.

My intention in writing articles was to simplify complex money matters step by step so that readers, when needed, can take time to absorb the concepts and take charge of their financial journey confidently. My articles aim to simplify money matters and offer readers practical insights on budgeting, investments, debt management, and financial planning – all backed by my professional expertise and real-world experience.

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