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Singapore Tax Rules Hit NRI FCNR(B) Deposit Returns

NRIs in Singapore face Singapore tax rules that reduce leveraged FCNR(B) deposit returns. Learn how interest earnings are impacted and what to watch out for.

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India's Economic Outlook: Fund Managers Eye AI-Driven Capex Growth

India’s Economy: AI Fuels Capex Growth for Fund Managers

Indian fund managers are optimistic about economic growth, driven by AI integration and a strong capital expenditure cycle, creating new investment opportunities.

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Adani’s $125B Capex Fuels External Growth: Strategic Partnerships Emerge

Adani Group’s $125 billion capex plan drives significant growth for external contractors and tech firms, fostering strategic long-term partnerships beyond traditional vendor roles.

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RBI Draft Rules: NBFCs Face Revolving Credit Restrictions

RBI proposes draft rules to restrict most NBFCs from offering revolving credit, limiting them to term loans. Understand the new credit framework and its implications.

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India’s Finance Sector Needs Proactive AI Safety: CEA Nageswaran

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran urges India’s financial sector to prioritize AI safety and security, emphasizing proactive measures over reactive ones.

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EPF Interest Stops: When Your Savings Cease Earning

Understand when your EPF savings stop earning interest after retirement or account inoperability. Key details from EPFO.

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GIFT City: NRIs Invest Directly in India with USD

NRIs & OCIs can now invest directly in India via GIFT City using USD, bypassing rupee conversion. Learn about the simplified dollar-denominated investment process and LRS limits.

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Jefferies' Wood Realigns India Portfolio, Shifts to MCX, Lenskart

Jefferies’ Wood Realigns India Portfolio: MCX & Lenskart In

Christopher Wood of Jefferies reshapes India portfolio, selling HDFC Bank & PB Fintech to invest in MCX & Lenskart. See new allocations.

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India DIIs Outperform FPIs in FY26 Equity Inflows

Record Rs 8.5 lakh crore DII equity inflows in FY26 significantly outpace FPI outflows, showcasing India’s market maturity and resilience.

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Bofors Case Closed: Supreme Court Ends 40-Year Legal Saga

India’s Supreme Court has officially closed the Bofors corruption case, dismissing the final appeal and ending a nearly 40-year legal battle that began in 1986.

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India's HVDC Market Set for ₹1.6 Lakh Cr Surge, Citi Research Reports

India’s HVDC Market to Hit ₹1.6 Lakh Cr: Citi Research

India’s HVDC gear market is projected to reach ₹1.6 lakh crore, fueled by clean energy goals and grid upgrades. Key players include Hitachi, GE, and Siemens.

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GOBARdhan Scheme: Rs 23,731 Cr Boost for Bioenergy in India

India’s Cabinet approves Rs 23,731 Cr GOBARdhan scheme to boost Compressed Biogas (CBG) production tenfold, fostering a circular bioeconomy and attracting investment.

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Indian Rupee Weakens 3 Paise Against Dollar Amid Strong US Currency

Indian Rupee Weakens Against US Dollar

The Indian Rupee depreciated by 3 paise against the US Dollar to 95.25, influenced by a strong USD and rising Brent crude prices. Market eyes US payrolls data.

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India Rejects US Ethanol Imports: Domestic Policy Drives Fuel Blending

India confirms no commitment to US ethanol imports for fuel blending, emphasizing its domestic policy governs the Ethanol Blended with Petrol Programme.

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Indian Equities Slide: Financials and Crude Drive Morning Losses

Indian Stocks Dip: Financials, Crude Oil Drive Morning Losses

Indian equity markets face morning losses, dragged down by weak financial stocks and rising crude oil prices. FII outflows add to market pressure.

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Primary Steelmakers to Sustain Rs 10,500-11,000/T Profitability in FY27: Crisil

Steel Profitability to Hold Strong: Crisil Forecasts Rs 11,000/T Profit

Crisil Ratings predicts primary steelmakers will maintain Rs 10,500-11,000/T operating profit in FY27, driven by strong demand and steel prices despite rising input costs.

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India's Auto Retail Sales Jump 25.89% in July, FADA Reports

India Auto Retail Sales Soar 25.89% in July 2026

India’s auto retail sales surged 25.89% in July 2026, reaching 25.91 lakh units. FADA reports strong growth across all vehicle segments, led by two-wheelers.

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A man in an Indian market holds a smartphone displaying a UPI QR code for payment, with a contemplative expression.

Lok Sabha Passes Tax Bill: UPI Merchant Fees & Data Centre Rules Change

India’s Lok Sabha approves a new tax bill, potentially ending free UPI merchant transactions and easing data centre regulations, impacting the digital economy.

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NITI Aayog: Simplify Land Acquisition for India Investment

NITI Aayog Vice Chairman urges India to simplify land acquisition processes to boost industrial investment, citing structural impediments and factor market imperfections.

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EPFO Settles 8.3 Crore Claims in FY26, Easing Online Process

EPFO processed over 8.3 crore claims in FY26, significantly boosted by a reform ending mandatory cheque uploads, benefiting 7 crore members and streamlining the online claims process.

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PFC Q1 FY27 Results Due August 7; Investors Eye Profit, Loan Growth

PFC Q1 FY27 Results: August 7; Profit & Loan Growth in Focus

Power Finance Corporation (PFC) to announce Q1 FY27 results on August 7. Investors keenly watch net profit, loan growth, and asset quality. Interim dividend also on agenda.

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India Inc’s Foreign Borrowing Jumps to $6B in June

Indian companies, including NBFCs, plan to raise $6.08 billion via ECBs and FCCBs in June, a significant increase from May, signaling strong demand for external financing.

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Iran Bill: Fines for US, Israeli Ships in Hormuz Strait

Iran’s parliament reviews a bill proposing fines up to 20% of cargo value for US, Israeli, and ‘hostile’ vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

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SEBI Reduces Mutual Fund Exit Load to 3%, Simplifies Regulations

SEBI Slashes Mutual Fund Exit Load to 3%, Simplifies Rules

SEBI’s new Mutual Funds Regulations, 2026, cut exit loads to 3%, simplifying rules and enhancing investor protection in India’s growing mutual fund market.

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Indian Stocks Set for Gap-Down Open on Crude Surge

Indian equity markets brace for a gap-down opening Friday, impacted by soaring crude oil prices, West Asia tensions, and FII selling. Global markets show mixed sentiment.

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US Tariffs on China Solar & Chips to Boost Domestic Production

The US imposes new trade measures, including tariffs and price floors on polysilicon, to strengthen domestic solar and chip supply chains against China.

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HDFC Nifty Metal ETF FoF Launched: 0% Load, Tracks NIFTY Metal Index

HDFC AMC launches the Nifty Metal ETF FoF on Aug 6, 2026. Invest in the metal sector with 0% entry/exit loads and track the NIFTY Metal Index.

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Trump Boosts US Solar & Chip Production with Tariffs

Trump administration imposes price floors & 15% tariff on polysilicon to enhance US solar and chip manufacturing competitiveness against China.

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RBI Adds 4 PSUs to NBFC-UL List for FY27; Tata Sons Retained

RBI’s FY27 NBFC-UL list adds four Public Sector Undertakings, including REC, PFC, IRFC, and HUDCO. Tata Sons remains on the enhanced regulatory oversight list.

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SGB 2020-21 Series XI: Redemption & Tax Impact

Sovereign Gold Bond 2020-21 Series XI investors can redeem on Aug 7, 2026, at ₹14,564/unit. Understand the new tax implications on your capital gains.

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