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Aprajita Sharma

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Aprajita Sharma has a decade-long experience in covering personal finance and stock market. A certified financial planner (CFP), she simplifies money concepts for Mint readers. She hosts YouTube videos and Why Not Mint Money podcasts. She co-authored a book "Big Bull of Dalal Street: How Rakesh Jhunjhunwala made money", a national bestseller. Aside from work, she is a Kathak enthusiast.

ARTICLES BY APRAJITA SHARMA

Most health insurance policies do not cover OPD expenses.

Should you buy outpatient insurance? Get the complete lowdown to decide.

6 min read . 03:02 PM IST

In 2005, when JVSL merged into JSW Steel, every JVSL shareholder received one share of JSW Steel for every 16 JVSL shares. Photo: Reuters

Viral post claims Jindal shares bought for ₹1 lakh are now worth ₹80 cr. True?

3 min read . 23 Jun 2025

Despite Irdai's directive to treat AYUSH on par with modern medicine, patients still face claim rejections due to unclear rules, documentation gaps, and policy-level exclusions. (Image: Pexel)

Insurance vs AYUSH: Who’s blocking your claim?

5 min read . 19 Jun 2025

The first step is to get an entitlement letter from the company whose shares you hold before you contact the IEPFA. (Image: Pixabay)

Unclaimed shares: A step-by-step guide for the claim and recovery process

4 min read . 17 Jun 2025

Rising premiums are forcing many seniors to reconsider the value of insurance. (Image: Pixabay)

Is it time to ditch your health insurance? The dilemma facing senior citizens

5 min read . 05 Jun 2025

Unlike with EPF, in which employees contribute 12% of their basic salary and dearness allowance (PF wages), you don’t have to pay any premium for the Employees Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme.

Your EPF entitles you to ₹7 lakh life insurance. Here's what you need to know

4 min read . 02 Jun 2025

PF withdrawn? Here is why your EPS benefits still count

1 min read . 30 May 2025

A majority portion of an employer's PF contribution is allocated to the employee pension scheme, or EPS. (AI-generated image)

PF withdrawn but no idea about EPS? You can still access it.

5 min read . 29 May 2025

About 16 million PF claims are rejected every year. Some startups say they can help.

Is EPF advisory the next fintech goldmine?

9 min read . 25 May 2025

Many policyholders face bill shocks due to hidden room rent limits. (Image: Pexel)

Why that deluxe hospital room could cut your insurance cover by 50%

5 min read . 22 May 2025

Without a PF transfer, your service duration across jobs doesn’t get consolidated.

Four issues you may face if you switched jobs but did not transfer your PF

3 min read . 19 May 2025

In the event of a high-value hospitalisation, you can combine both insurance policies. (Image: Pixabay)

Can you combine two health plans in a single claim? Yes–here's how

6 min read . 15 May 2025

Insurance through a credit or debit card is no substitute for a regular term plan. Photo: Bloomberg News

Some credit, debit cards come with insurance, but be sure you're eligible for it

3 min read . 12 May 2025

If you are moving abroad permanently, you must withdraw your PF. EPS withdrawal is possible only if the total service period is less than 10 years. (AI-generated image for representative purpose.)

EPF nightmare for NRIs: Service gaps, missing UANs, and frozen funds

6 min read . 08 May 2025

Amit Upadhyay, 46.

This Pune resident saved ₹10 lakh in tax by transferring pension fund to NPS

4 min read . 05 May 2025

Updating EPF and EPS nominations and consolidating old accounts is crucial. (Pexels Photo)

Why missing your EPF nomination could leave your family in limbo

6 min read . 01 May 2025

IEPFA is a custodian of investors’ funds that have not been claimed for more than seven years.

Top politicians, investors among those who've lost track of ₹90,000 cr of assets

3 min read . 29 Apr 2025

Policyholders get an exit but at a discount but the buyer gains in the deal. (Image: Pixabay)

How you can earn up to 15% returns from old life insurance policies

5 min read . 24 Apr 2025

If someone has already occupied your property, it's crucial to follow the proper legal procedure for eviction.

Relying on rental income in retirement? Take these steps to protect yourself.

7 min read . 17 Apr 2025

The Employee Provident Fund Organisation does not account VPF and EPF separately.

Voluntary Provident Fund offers high interest rates. But withdrawals are a pain.

3 min read . 14 Apr 2025