How Much Emergency Fund Do I Actually Need in India in 2026?

How Much Emergency Fund Do I Actually Need in India in 2026?

Three months ago, my cousin Priya lost her job at a tech startup. Twenty-four hours notice. No severance package beyond one month’s salary. She had a ₹40,000 rent to pay in Bangalore, a ₹15,000 car EMI, and groceries to buy. Her credit card bill was due in a week—another ₹28,000. “I’ll find something in two … Read more