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HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund Announces ₹0.25 IDCW Distribution

HDFC Mutual Fund declares ₹0.250 per unit IDCW for its Balanced Advantage Fund. Record date set for July 27, 2026. Learn more about payout and reinvestment options.

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Etihad & Abra Group Alliance Connects LatAm & West Asia

Etihad Airways and Abra Group form a strategic alliance to integrate flight networks, loyalty programs, and operations, bridging Latin America and West Asia.

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Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) Revolutionize India’s Gold Market

Discover how Electronic Gold Receipts (EGRs) are transforming India’s gold market with a unified, SEBI-regulated platform for trading vault-backed physical gold.

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India ITR Deadline July 31: File Accurately to Avoid Penalties

July 31 is India’s Income Tax Return (ITR) deadline. Ensure accuracy by verifying AIS, Form-16, and bank statements to avoid penalties and stay compliant.

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India-UK Trade Pact: Auto Component Exports Surge Post-2026

India-UK CETA, effective July 15, 2026, significantly boosts Indian auto component exports and manufacturing ties. Discover the impact on the $86B sector.

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US Tariffs to Persist, Reshaping Global Trade

US protectionist tariffs are set to continue, fundamentally altering global trade dynamics and impacting export-dependent nations like India. Explore the implications.

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Mid-Year Money Check-Up: July Financial Audit Guide

July is prime time for a mid-year financial audit. Review taxes, boost wealth, manage loans, and secure your future. Essential steps for financial health.

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Nirmala Sitharaman Directs Tax Dept for Better Citizen Services

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman orders Income Tax Department to streamline services, remove bureaucratic hurdles, and improve project execution for citizens.

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Bihar Power Transmission Eyes ₹1,000 Cr IPO for Expansion

Bihar State Power Transmission Co. Ltd (BSPTCL) plans a ₹1,000 crore IPO to fund a ₹16,194 crore expansion, aiming to be India’s first state-owned utility to list.

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Urban India’s Weekend Spending: 61.5% of Weekly Budget

Discover how urban Indian households allocate 61.5% of their weekly budget to weekends, driven by lifestyle shifts and increased discretionary spending.

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India InvIT Assets to Reach ₹21 Lakh Crore by 2030

India’s Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) poised for massive growth, with assets projected to triple to ₹21 lakh crore by 2030. Explore the booming market.

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Protium Finance Eyes ₹2,200 Cr Clix Capital Acquisition

Protium Finance is reportedly close to acquiring Clix Capital for up to ₹2,200 crore, aiming to significantly expand its NBFC operations and lending segments.

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Cyber Fraud Shifts to Live Calls, ₹22,496 Crore Reported in India

India Cyber Fraud: Live Calls Cause ₹22,496 Cr Loss

Cyber fraudsters in India are now using live calls, causing a 35% rise in financial loss per incident. Total reported losses reach ₹22,496 crore.

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Brent Crude Hits $118 Amid Hormuz Closure Fears

Brent crude surged to $118/barrel in March 2026 due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, impacting global supply and India’s economy.

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KPSC Halts Vet Officer Recruitment Over Scam Allegations

Karnataka KPSC suspends recruitment for 400 veterinary officer posts due to serious rigging and irregularity allegations. Investigations are underway.

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India Sees $4.4B FPI Inflow in July, Reversing Sell-Off

Foreign portfolio investors injected $4.4B into Indian markets in July 2026, reversing a four-month exit trend and marking the highest monthly inflow of the year.

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July FPI Inflows Surge to $4.4B, Beat February Record

Foreign portfolio investors injected $4.4B into Indian assets in July, surpassing February’s record and reversing four months of outflows. Discover the key drivers.

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Corrosion Drains India ₹14 Lakh Crore Annually, Nomura Reports

Corrosion Costs India ₹14 Lakh Crore Annually: Nomura Report

A Nomura report reveals corrosion drains India ₹14 lakh crore annually, impacting infrastructure. Better protection could boost GDP by 1.5%.

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Tiruppur Knitwear Exports: Housing Push for 20% Labor Shortage

Tiruppur Exporters Association urges Tamil Nadu’s 2026 Industrial Policy to include worker housing, aiming to solve a 20% labor gap and boost knitwear exports.

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Nippon India MF Hits 4 Crore Folios, Leads India

Nippon India Mutual Fund achieves a landmark 4 crore folios, becoming the first AMC in India to reach this milestone and securing a significant market share.

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Public InvITs: India’s Road Developers’ New Funding Powerhouse

Public InvITs are revolutionizing funding for Indian road developers, attracting investors with steady income and boosting project liquidity. Learn more.

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India’s Festive Spending to Hit ₹14 Lakh Crore by 2026

India’s festive spending poised for ₹14 lakh crore by 2026, fueled by lower inflation and interest rates. Discover the economic drivers behind this surge.

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Indian IT Navigates Q1 FY27: AI Drives Growth Amid Uneven Demand

Indian IT Q1 FY27: AI Fuels Growth Amidst Mixed Demand

Indian IT firms saw AI and digital transformation drive Q1 FY27 growth, especially in BFSI. Uneven demand impacted telecom and retail sectors due to ROI focus.

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RBI Governor: Price Stability Key Amid Digital Push

RBI Governor emphasizes price stability as top priority, guiding policy decisions. Central bank also advances digital infrastructure and sees strong capital inflows.

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India's Credit Card Base Surges by 1.14 Million in June 2026

India’s Credit Card Base Hits 121.5 Million in June 2026

India’s credit card sector experienced its strongest growth in over two years, adding 1.14 million new cards in June 2026 to reach a total of 121.5 million.

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SEBI Delays T+0 Settlement: Broker Issues Halt Same-Day Trades

SEBI indefinitely postpones T+0 settlement cycle due to broker readiness issues and limited market participation, impacting same-day fund and share credit for investors.

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India’s Cabinet to Launch Construction Equipment Production Incentive

India’s Union Cabinet to approve an incentive scheme by August 2026, boosting domestic production of high-value construction and infrastructure equipment, reducing import reliance.

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India’s Festive Spending to Reach ₹14 Lakh Crore by 2026

India’s festive season spending is projected to surge to ₹14 lakh crore by 2026, fueled by low inflation and accessible credit, boosting retail sales significantly.

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ITR-2 Guide AY 2026-27: File by July 31

Individuals & HUFs without business income: Learn who needs to file ITR-2 for AY 2026-27 and the crucial July 31, 2026 deadline. Avoid penalties!

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India’s Chip & Space Startups Raise $171.6M in 2026 VC Funding

India’s chip and space tech startups secured $171.6M in VC funding by mid-2026, boosted by government policies like Semicon 2.0, signaling a shift towards deep tech manufacturing.

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