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News, explainers, and practical tips on credit cards in India.

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CIBIL Score Basics: What Actually Moves the Number

19 May 2026

A quick primer on what a CIBIL score measures and the handful of habits that move it the most.

CIBIL Score
Axis Bank Cashback credit card

Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card Review: 5% Online With a Cap You'll Rarely Hit

19 May 2026

An honest review of the Axis Bank Cashback Credit Card: 5% back on online spends up to ₹4,000 a month, 1% elsewhere, the ₹4 lakh fee waiver, and how it compares with ACE and SBI Cashback.

Axis BankCard ReviewCashback
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Best Credit Cards for Solo Travelers in India

18 May 2026

Credit cards built for people traveling alone — simple lounge access without add-on card complexity, travel insurance that actually covers you, and safety-first features.

TravelRewards
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Best Credit Cards for Food Delivery Apps in India

18 May 2026

Which credit cards actually reward Swiggy and Zomato spending, and how to stack app offers with card cashback for the biggest discount.

CashbackDiningUse Case
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HDFC Swiggy BLCK Credit Card Review: Is the Upgrade From the Base Swiggy Card Worth It?

17 May 2026

HDFC Swiggy BLCK's cashback rates, Swiggy BLCK membership perks, and fees examined — and whether heavy Swiggy users should upgrade.

HDFCCard ReviewCashback
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Credit Card Add-On Card Liability Explained

16 May 2026

Who is actually legally responsible for spending on an add-on or supplementary credit card in India, and what happens if the primary cardholder can't pay.

Add-On CardsFinancial Literacy
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How to Choose Your First Credit Card in India

16 May 2026

A practical walkthrough for picking your first credit card in India — what actually matters when you have no credit history yet.

Beginners
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IndusInd Bank Legend Credit Card Review

15 May 2026

IndusInd's premium travel and lifestyle card reviewed for real spenders, not the brochure.

Card ReviewIndusInd Bank
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Best Credit Cards for Indian Students Going Abroad to Study

15 May 2026

Forex costs, add-on cards, building a credit history from scratch, and which low or no annual fee cards actually work for students moving abroad.

TravelCard Basics
ICICI Bank Adani One Signature credit card

ICICI Adani One Signature Credit Card Review: Niche Card, Real Value?

14 May 2026

A review of the ICICI Adani One Signature Credit Card's ecosystem rewards, lounge access, and fees for frequent Adani airport and utility spenders.

ICICI BankCard ReviewTravel
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IDFC FIRST Wealth Credit Card Review: Premium Without the Premium Fee?

13 May 2026

A detailed look at the IDFC FIRST Wealth Credit Card's lounge access, reward rates, and low-forex positioning against pricier premium cards.

IDFC FIRST BankPremiumCard Review
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Co-Branded Airline Credit Cards in India: Complete Guide

13 May 2026

Airline co-branded cards can be excellent value for loyal flyers on one carrier, and a poor fit for everyone else. Here's how to tell which camp you're in.

Travel
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Best Travel Credit Cards With Airport Lounge Access in India

13 May 2026

Lounge access sounds like a universal perk until you check the visit limits and eligible airports. Here's how to compare travel cards properly.

Travel
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Best Credit Cards for Grocery Shopping in India

13 May 2026

Groceries are one of the few genuinely unavoidable monthly expenses. Here's how to pick a card that turns that spend into real, consistent cashback.

Use Case
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Axis Magnus Review: Does the ₹12,500 Fee Actually Pay for Itself?

13 May 2026

A detailed look at the Axis Magnus's flat 12-point reward rate, unlimited lounge access, and fees — and whether the math works out for you.

Axis BankCard ReviewPremium Cards
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Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Card Review: A Hotel Co-Brand That Earns Its Fee

12 May 2026

How the Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Card's free night awards, elite status, and 24 fixed lounge visits stack up against its ₹3,000 fee.

HDFCCard ReviewTravel
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Credit Card Cashback vs Fixed Deposit Returns: What's the Real Comparison?

12 May 2026

Cashback isn't an investment return like an FD's interest — here's the numbers-literate comparison of what each actually gives you.

Card BasicsFees
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Credit Card Auto-Debit Failure: What It Actually Costs You

12 May 2026

What happens when a standing instruction or auto-debit on your credit card fails, the e-mandate rules behind it, and how to stop it happening again.

Card BasicsInterest
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Canara Bank Credit Cards: A Guide to the Lineup

12 May 2026

What Canara Bank's credit cards actually offer, who they suit, fee structure basics, and how to apply.

Canara BankIssuer Guide
RBL Bank Icon credit card

RBL Bank Icon Credit Card Review: Premium Fee, Mid-Tier Payoff

11 May 2026

A detailed review of the RBL Bank Icon Credit Card: 4% on travel and dining, a 2% base rate, spend-gated lounges, Priority Pass membership and how it stacks up against World Safari and Regalia Gold.

RBL BankCard ReviewPremium Cards