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India's Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 33% in July, Maruti Leads Growth

India Passenger Vehicle Sales Soar 33% in July: Maruti Suzuki Leads

India’s passenger vehicle market surged 33% in July, driven by SUVs and EVs. Maruti Suzuki reported a 43.4% domestic sales jump.

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India Enacts Strict Anti-Paper Leak Law with Harsher Penalties

President Murmu assents to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, introducing severe penalties for exam fraud and paper leaks.

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India Corporate Health Costs Rise: Preventive Care Neglect Blamed

Indian companies face soaring health insurance costs as employees skip preventive check-ups. A new report links neglected wellness to higher hospitalization claims and expenses.

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Air India Launches Direct Mumbai-Toronto Flights

Air India introduces direct Mumbai-Toronto flights from Oct 25, adding 2,000 seats weekly. Delhi-Toronto service also upgraded with Boeing 787s.

Indian Startup Funding Plummets 67% to $662M in July 2026

Indian Startup Funding Drops 67% to $662M in July 2026

Indian startup funding plummeted 67% in July 2026, reaching $662M from 85 deals. AI sector leads, but large-ticket funding remains scarce.

ITI Ultra Short Term Fund: Your Guide to Debt Fund Basics

ITI Ultra Short Term Fund: Debt Fund Guide

Explore the ITI Ultra Short Term Fund: NAV, AUM, expense ratio, portfolio, and tax implications. Your guide to debt fund basics.

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Finance Minister: Engage Gen Z Amidst Market Volatility

India’s Finance Minister highlights the urgent need for government engagement with Gen Z, especially as financial markets experience significant volatility and lessons emerge from AI stock meltdowns.

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Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Slashed by ₹200+ in Delhi, Kolkata

Major relief for businesses as state-run oil companies slash 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder prices by over ₹200 in Delhi and Kolkata. New prices effective August 1.

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Honda Motorcycle India Sales Up 5% in July, Exports Surge 35%

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India saw a 5% sales increase in July 2026, reaching 5.42 lakh units. Exports jumped 35%, driving overall growth.

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5.9 Crore Indians Filed ITRs by July 31 Deadline

Over 5.9 crore Income Tax Returns filed by the July 31 deadline for individuals. Learn about ITR-1 and ITR-2 filing for Assessment Year 2026-27.

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IndiGo Halts London Heathrow Flights Due to Rising Costs

IndiGo suspends London Heathrow flights and widebody operations from Oct 25 due to soaring operational costs, airspace constraints, and fuel prices.

Indian Healthcare and Pharma Sectors Project Strong 10-15% Growth by FY27

India’s Healthcare & Pharma Sectors: 10-15% Growth by FY27

India’s healthcare and pharma sectors are projected for 10-15% growth by FY27, driven by tech adoption and specialized care, boosting hospital and pharma segments.

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Annapurna Yojana Payment Delayed? Check Status & Appeal

Annapurna Yojana Rs 3,000 aid delayed? Learn how to check your application status online and the steps for filing an appeal in West Bengal.

Indian Startups Net $82.2M Across 17 Deals Amid 50% Funding Drop

Indian Startups Raise $82.2M Amid 50% Funding Drop

Indian startups secured $82.2M across 17 deals from July 27-Aug 1, a 50% weekly funding decrease. Key deals include Apna Mart and Sid’s Farm.

India Shifts Agri Policy, Aims to Halve Chemical Fertilizer Use

India Aims to Halve Chemical Fertilizer Use in Agriculture

India pivots agricultural strategy, targeting a 25-50% reduction in chemical fertilizer use by promoting sustainable bio-inputs for soil health.

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Top 5 Indian Stocks with Lowest P/E Ratios (July 23, 2026)

Discover 5 Indian stocks, including Vedanta & Repco Home Finance, with the lowest P/E ratios as of July 23, 2026. Find potential value investments.

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India’s Agritech: Digital Farming Transforms Aspirational Blocks

India’s AgriStack initiative is revolutionizing agriculture in Aspirational Blocks, empowering farmers with digital tools for improved efficiency and income.

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India FMCG Price Hikes: Essentials Get Pricier

Indian consumers face a second wave of price increases on daily essentials as FMCG companies grapple with soaring raw material and energy costs.

NALCO Q1 Net Profit Surges 90.87% on Robust Performance

NALCO Q1 Profit Soars 90.87% to ₹2,003 Cr on Strong Performance

National Aluminium Company (NALCO) reports a remarkable 90.87% YoY surge in Q1 net profit to ₹2,003.14 crore, driven by operational efficiency and favorable market conditions. Revenue up 39.28%.

Decathlon India to Power Up with €100 Million Investment by 2030

Decathlon India Invests €100M by 2030 for Growth

Decathlon India plans a €100 million investment by 2030 to double its business, boost local manufacturing to 75-80%, and expand its retail presence.

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SEBI Proposes Mutual Fund-Only PMS for Wider Investment Access

SEBI introduces a new Mutual Fund-only PMS category to standardize regulations and broaden investor access to professional fund management in India.

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India’s Water Crisis: Erratic Monsoons Threaten Security

India grapples with a deepening water security crisis due to erratic monsoon patterns, impacting agriculture, urban supply, and groundwater recharge. Learn more.

Your Favorite Brands Are Getting Pricier This Festival Season

Festival Season Price Hikes: Your Favorite Brands Get Pricier

Major Indian companies like HUL & Asian Paints are raising prices again due to rising commodity costs, impacting essentials just before the festival season.

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Start Investing Early: Save Millions by Retirement

Discover the staggering cost of delaying investments. Learn how starting early can save you millions by retirement, avoiding common financial pitfalls.

Indian Households Shift Savings to Equities, Raising Credit Risks

Indian Savings Shift to Equities: Rising Credit Risks

Indian households are moving savings from bank deposits to equities, impacting credit availability and increasing banking sector risks. Explore the implications.

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India Secures LNG Supply, Navigates Higher Spot Market Costs

India diversifies LNG sources through September, ensuring supply amid conflict but facing increased costs on the spot market.

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Amazon Boosts AI Infrastructure Spending to $220B

Amazon dramatically increases AI infrastructure investment to $220B by 2026 due to rising memory costs and high customer demand for AI compute capacity.

India Set for FPI Return as AI Hype Faces Sustainability Questions

India FPI Inflows Expected by FY27 Amid AI Market Shift

Bay Capital forecasts FPI return to India by FY27 as global investors shift focus from AI hype to sustainable economic growth, despite past outflows.

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Indian Rupee’s 4-Decade Slide: Inflation & Trade Deficit Impact

Explore the Indian Rupee’s 90%+ depreciation against the USD in 4 decades, driven by inflation and trade deficits. Understand the economic impact.

Downgrade's Minimal NAV Impact: SEBI Safeguards Corporate Bond Funds

SEBI’s Limits Shield Corporate Bonds from Downgrade NAV Impact

Discover how SEBI’s concentration limits minimize the NAV impact of credit rating downgrades in corporate bond funds to just 0.12%.

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