Standard Chartered has been issuing the Landmark Rewards credit card as a complimentary product for many customers. With the partnership between Standard Chartered and the Landmark Group ending, the bank is transitioning Landmark Rewards cardholders to the new Digismart Credit Card, Standard Chartered’s entry-level offering. Good news for affected cardholders: the joining fee for Digismart … Read more

There are only a few reliable ways to earn Club Vistara (CV) points. If you hold an Axis Bank Infinite Credit Card, you can accumulate a substantial number of CV points quickly. If not, you may need to look for other opportunities to boost your balance. One attractive option is a limited-time partnership between Club … Read more

The sale event you’ve been waiting for is here. HDFC Bank’s SmartBuy Extra Savings Days runs from 28th October to 30th October 2021. Below is a concise summary of the key benefits for holders of HDFC Infinia and Diners Club Black credit cards. Offer Details Instant Vouchers: 10X rewards on instant vouchers Amazon: 10X rewards … Read more

I recently applied for the American Express Platinum Charge Card and here is a concise account of my application and unboxing experience. Application Process I upgraded from a Gold Charge Card to the Amex Platinum by submitting a simple upgrade form. The whole process, from submission to having the physical card in hand, took 11 … Read more

After a long dry spell, Yes Bank has rolled out a targeted promotion for its credit cards. The offer promises 10X reward points on eligible spends, but the details and caps make the deal far less attractive than the headline suggests. Below is a clear, concise breakdown of what this promotion includes and how it … Read more

Nestled among dense pine trees on the Rajwas plateau and set beside the serene Lidder River, WelcomHotel Pine n Peak is currently the only branded five-star property in Pahalgam. Below is a concise review of my recent stay, covering booking, arrival, facilities, dining, hospitality and nearby sightseeing. Table of Contents Booking Check-in The Property The … Read more

Yes First Exclusive Credit Card Yes Bank’s credit cards experienced a significant devaluation in April 2019 when earn rates on regular spends were reduced across their product range, including the premium Yes First Exclusive card. The bank has now announced further adjustments that affect reward point value and lounge access. These changes take effect from … Read more

Disclaimer: Article includes my personal views apart from the news. CRED has introduced two co-branded credit cards with IndusInd Bank: an entry-level CRED IndusInd Bank RuPay Credit Card and an invite-only premium card called Sovereign, aimed at a very select audience. So far, CRED has released only a teaser for the Sovereign card; full details … Read more

While many shoppers are taking advantage of Diwali offers from various credit card issuers, you may already have exhausted the promotions on some cards — for example, HDFC. If you still have discretionary spending planned this festive season, a paired Amex offer from ICICI and IndusInd could help you save further. Both programs reward qualifying … Read more

Note: Content below is outdated. Please refer to the latest article for an updated review. A friend recently reviewed his Amex Gold Charge Card, and the responses and questions I received showed strong interest in American Express cards despite their relatively modest rewards. Amex markets its cards well, and because a charge card often comes … Read more