One of the things I appreciate about American Express in India is that an individual can hold up to three Amex cards in their name (two credit cards and one charge card). If you plan to apply for multiple Amex cards, note that there is typically a six-month gap recommended between each application. I already … Read more

Axis Bank has quietly rolled out attractive sign-up offers on several premium credit cards for applications made online or at branches. Below is a clear summary of the current offers, important notes on eligibility and fulfilment, and my assessment of whether they are worthwhile. Affluent Card Offers Variant Signup Offer Select Spend Rs.60,000 in 90 … Read more

If you’re searching for a fuel-focused credit card, the Citibank Indian Oil Credit Card can be useful — but only if you primarily refuel at Indian Oil (IOCL) petrol stations. Many card issuers partner with a single fuel brand and offer enhanced benefits for spends at their partner pumps. For example, ICICI and American Express … Read more

Amex Supplementary Card Offer – September 2020 As anticipated when the HDFC add-on card promotion launched last week, American Express has reintroduced its supplementary card offer. This version awards Membership Rewards (MR) points rather than Amazon vouchers, similar to the January–March 2020 campaign. The overall point value remains broadly similar to the previous promotion, but … Read more

Exploring another country can be an unforgettable experience. Sometimes a trip expands your horizons and leaves you with a genuine sense of wonder. I felt that sense of “wow” the first time I traveled to Bali, Indonesia — new people, fresh landscapes, volcanoes, beaches and a completely different culture. Later trips across Southeast Asia were … Read more

Standard Chartered Super Value Titanium Card Review The Standard Chartered Super Value Titanium Credit Card is primarily notable for its fuel-related cashback benefit. While Standard Chartered’s reward rates are often lower than some competitors, this card remains relevant if you value fuel surcharge reversals and targeted cashback on utility-type spends. Below is a concise, user-focused … Read more

With Deepavali approaching, many shoppers are already taking advantage of the season’s flood of promotions from marketplaces like Flipkart and Amazon. Here are practical tips and examples from my own experience to help you save more while spending less during the festive sales. How to Shop like a King this Diwali (Image Credit: CNBC) Table … Read more

Update: Some offers listed below may be sold out. Please check the CRED app for the latest availability. Credit cards already offer strong rewards, but using the CRED app to pay credit card bills is one of the easiest ways to access premium brand vouchers and save money. Recently, CRED has expanded its reward catalog … Read more

HDFC Bank rolled out an aggressive, targeted spend-linked offer on select credit cards in April 2021. I received this promotion, which resembles the February 2021 offer with a few tweaks. Below are the details and observations. Table of Contents April 2021 Offer May 2021 Offer June 2021 Offer Offer Fulfilment Bottomline April 2021 Offer HDFC … Read more

This review was written by reader Satish Kumar Agarwal, who recently received Axis Bank’s newly launched Flipkart credit card. The Axis Bank Flipkart Credit Card could be a significant addition to Axis Bank’s credit card lineup. If managed well, it has the potential to expand Axis Bank’s cardholder base substantially. A full summary of the … Read more