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Nifty 2026 Target: Experts Predict 27,000 Milestone

Financial experts project India’s Nifty 50 index to hit 27,000 by 2026, driven by robust macroeconomic fundamentals and corporate earnings growth.

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RBI: MDR Concerns Won’t Revive Cash Payments in India

RBI Deputy Governor T. Rabi Sankar assures that Merchant Discount Rate debates won’t drive India back to cash, praising digital payment efficiency.

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Indian Housing Prices in 11 Small Cities Surge 63% Since 2021

Housing prices across 11 emerging Tier-II and Tier-III Indian cities have surged by 63% since 2021, driven by infrastructure growth and rising demand.

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EU Waste Rules Threaten India Metal & Plastic Scrap Imports

New EU waste export regulations could halt metal and plastic scrap imports to India, enforcing strict environmental and processing standards.

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NSE IPO Fully Subscribed on Day 2: Rs 22,562 Cr Issue

National Stock Exchange’s Rs 22,562 crore IPO reaches full subscription on day two, driven by strong institutional and non-institutional demand.

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Bond Yields Edge Up Amid Global Oil Price Pullback

New 10-year government stock yields rose slightly to 7.06% on Friday, influenced by easing global oil prices and shifting interest rate outlooks.

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Moody’s Raises India FY27 GDP Growth Forecast to 7%

Moody’s Ratings upgrades India’s FY27 GDP growth forecast to 7 percent, driven by strong private consumption, public infrastructure, and services.

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IMF Warns Global Economy Faces Hard Landing Risks

The IMF warns the global economy remains vulnerable to a hard landing due to persistent inflation, mounting debt, and escalating geopolitical conflicts.

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Indian Stocks & Rupee Rise on Lower Oil Prices

Indian equity markets and the rupee open higher as lower international crude oil prices ease economic pressures, balancing a cooling IPO market.

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Moody’s Upgrades India GDP Growth Forecast to 7% for FY 2026-27

Moody’s Ratings raises India’s fiscal 2026-27 GDP growth forecast to 7%, driven by strong domestic demand and steady capital expenditure.

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India’s Energy Transition & Economic Redistribution

Explore how India navigates its sustainable energy transition while balancing green infrastructure investments, socio-economic equity, and coal region jobs.

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Congress MPs Backed Merchant Discount Rate: Panel Chief

Parliamentary panel chairman reveals that Congress MPs previously recorded support for the Merchant Discount Rate, countering political debates and criticisms.

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Germany & India Deepen Tech Ties at Semicon India 2026

German envoy Georg Enzweiler highlights Semicon India 2026 as a crucial platform for bilateral semiconductor collaboration and tech investments.

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Applied Materials Pledges $5B Investment in India by 2035

Applied Materials announces a $5 billion investment in India through 2035 to build an advanced engineering center and strengthen global chip supply chains.

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CD Interest Rates Forecast 2026: Will Rates Go Up?

Discover the 2026 CD interest rates forecast. Learn how Federal Reserve monetary policy impacts CD yields and discover smart strategies for savers.

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NXP CTO: India’s Electronics Market is a ‘Tiger Ready to Jump’

NXP Semiconductors CTO Lars Reger praises India’s electronics market, citing vast engineering talent, government support, and semiconductor growth.

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French Fishermen End Port Blockades After Fuel Subsidy Deal

French fishermen call off major port blockades after securing government financial aid and fuel subsidies to offset soaring operational costs.

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Gaurav Gogoi Slams Proposed UPI Tax, Cites No Panel Talks

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi questions reports of a proposed UPI tax, highlighting that the finance panel held no discussions on the digital payment policy.

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India’s Space Reforms: Transforming ISRO & Private Sector

Discover how PM Narendra Modi’s policy reforms are transforming India’s space sector by empowering private startups and redefining ISRO’s role.

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India Denies US Pressure on NPCI UPI MDR Circular

India’s Finance Ministry denies US pressure behind the NPCI UPI Merchant Discount Rates circular, emphasizing independent digital payment policies.

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Stock Markets Close Mixed Amid Fed Rates And Tariff Risks

Global stock markets close mixed as investors weigh anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate adjustments and growing international trade tariff concerns.

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Vijay Kelkar Leads Maharashtra Fiscal Sustainability Panel

Renowned economist Vijay Kelkar will chair Maharashtra’s new high-level committee to improve fiscal health, debt management, and public finances.

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Bank of Baroda Report: IPO Pipeline to Boost Capex & Growth

Discover how the upcoming IPO pipeline in India will sustain equity market momentum, drive corporate capital expenditure, and boost economic growth.

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Why US Stocks Remain Unfazed by Fed Interest Rate Hikes

Discover why the latest Federal Reserve interest rate hike triggered a muted market reaction as investors prioritize corporate earnings over monetary policy.

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Finance Ministry Defends UPI MDR Levy as Impact Set at 4%

Indian Finance Ministry clarifies that the new 0.4% UPI MDR on transactions over Rs 2,000 affects only 4% of volume and won’t push users to cash.

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Godrej Wealth Expands to Delhi-NCR with ₹1L Cr AUM Goal

Godrej Wealth expands from Mumbai to Delhi-NCR, targeting ₹1 lakh crore in Assets Under Management by 2031 for high-net-worth clients.

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Why Carbon Markets Fail India’s Nature Finance Gap

Discover why carbon markets alone cannot close India’s nature-finance gap and explore the innovative green financial instruments needed for biodiversity conservation.

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New UPI PPI Charges: Will Merchants Pass Costs to You?

NPCI introduces a 1.1% interchange fee on PPI UPI transactions above ₹2,000. Discover how this impacts merchant profit margins and consumer costs.

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Sensex Slips 21 Points Amid Mixed Markets After Fed Rate Hike

Indian equities end mixed as BSE Sensex drops 21.86 points following the US Federal Reserve rate hike and continued FII selling worth Rs 2,032.61 crore.

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India & US Discuss Nuclear Energy & Power Infrastructure

India and the US discuss nuclear energy expansion, aiming for 100 GW by 2047, alongside clean energy cooperation and infrastructure growth in Houston.

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