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Oil Spike Drags Sensex 443 Points Lower; Why Your Equity Funds Felt ItAuto

Sensex Drops 443 Points Amidst Oil Spike: Impact on Your Investments

Indian markets tumbled on July 20, 2026, with Sensex down 443 points due to rising oil prices. Understand how this affects your equity and debt funds.

An Indian man in a suit looks at a large, curved transparent screen displaying stock market charts in an office.Business

India’s Govt Stands Firm on Equity LTCG Tax

The Indian government confirms no immediate plans to abolish the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on equities, impacting investor wealth-building strategies.

A blue compact electric SUV is charging at a public station on a bustling street in India with buildings and palm trees.Auto

Hyundai’s Affordable EV SUV Under ₹15 Lakh for India

Hyundai Motor India is launching an affordable electric SUV under ₹15 lakh this fiscal year, aiming to dominate the mass-market EV segment and boost sales.

An Indian woman in a grey shirt sits at a wooden table, looking at an "Ethical Portfolio" displayed on a tablet.Business

Nifty 500 Ahimsa Index: Ethical Investing in India

Explore the Nifty 500 Ahimsa Index by NSE, a new benchmark for cruelty-free and ethical investing in India, aligning your portfolio with non-violence principles.

Three Indian financial professionals in business attire analyzing financial charts on large digital screens in a modern office.Banking

SBI Funds IPO: Record Low Fees Signal Market Shift

SBI Funds Management’s record-low underwriting fees for its 2026 IPO highlight a major shift in India’s investment banking landscape, driven by issuer strength and competition.

An Indian fisher squats on a sandy beach, mending fishing nets beside a traditional boat at sunrise.Business

India Joins WTO Fisheries Pact: Global Seafood Trade Shift

India joins WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, enhancing seafood exports, sustainability, and market access while protecting small-scale fishers.

A person's gloved hand holds a gas nozzle, fueling a vehicle at a gas station. The pump's digital display shows pricing.Business

Geopolitical Tensions Drive US Fuel Prices Over $4

Middle East geopolitical tensions are structurally repricing global crude oil, pushing US gasoline prices above $4 per gallon and impacting consumers.

Coca-Cola bottles on a conveyor belt in a bottling plant, with workers and machinery in the background.Banking

Coca-Cola India IPO: Bottling Arm Taps JPMorgan, Citi for 2027 Listing

Coca-Cola’s Indian bottling unit, HCCH, is preparing for a 2027 IPO, appointing JPMorgan and Citigroup. This move highlights India’s booming beverage market and offers investors a direct stake.

Kotak Nifty SDL Fund Posts 4% Return: What it Means for Your Debt PortfolioBusiness

Kotak Nifty SDL Fund: 4% Return & Debt Portfolio Impact

Kotak Nifty SDL Fund’s 4% six-month return leads. Understand how debt index fund performance affects your investment portfolio strategy.

India's Ethanol Blending Policy Stabilizes at 20%: A Multi-Benefit FrameworkAuto

India’s Ethanol Blending Policy: 20% Target Maintained for Stability

India maintains its 20% ethanol blending target, a stable policy delivering economic, environmental, and agricultural benefits. Learn about its impact.