India’s Public Market Fundraising Eyes Record ₹6.5 Trillion by FY27
India’s public market fundraising poised for record ₹6-6.5 trillion by FY27, fueled by a surge in IPOs, QIPs, and block deals, according to Motilal Oswal.
RBI Holiday: Banks Closed in 13 Cities Today, Markets Open
Banks in 13 Indian cities are closed on Aug 28 due to regional holidays like Raksha Bandhan. Financial markets in Delhi & Mumbai remain open.
Indian Indices Dip: Sensex & Nifty Decline on Aug 27
India’s Sensex and Nifty50 fell on August 27 due to weakness in metals, banking, and cement sectors. Key decliners included HDFC Bank and Hindalco.
India Eyes FDI Boost: Cabinet Approval Threshold to ₹15,000 Cr
India plans to triple its FDI Cabinet approval threshold to ₹15,000 crore, aiming to fast-track capital deployment and boost industrial manufacturing.
SBI Hikes Bulk Deposit Rates by 25 BPS, Retail Rates Steady
State Bank of India (SBI) increases bulk Fixed Deposit interest rates by up to 25 basis points. Retail FD rates remain unchanged. Learn more.
India-Canada BIT Talks: Boosting Trade to CAD 70 Billion by 2030
India and Canada are set to begin Bilateral Investment Treaty negotiations, aiming to significantly boost bilateral trade to CAD 70 billion by 2030, strengthening economic ties.
India: Global Hub for Investment, Invites Canadian Businesses
FM Nirmala Sitharaman positions India as a key global hub for production & innovation, urging Canadian businesses to capitalize on its economic growth and expanding markets.
OpenAI Ads in India: ChatGPT Monetization & Privacy
OpenAI introduces ads for ChatGPT in India, targeting 100M users. User privacy is assured, with no impact on AI responses or personal data.
India Boosts Investment: Goyal Seeks Industry Ideas
India’s Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is seeking industry input to enhance the investment regime, streamline FDI, and boost capital inflows.
SIA to Review Air India’s $1.5B Capital Request
Singapore Airlines will carefully consider Air India’s $1.5 billion capital request, balancing it against the SIA Group’s own financial needs and Air India’s strategic plans.
NTPC’s ₹16.86 Lakh Crore Expansion: 244 GW by 2037
NTPC plans a massive ₹16.86 lakh crore investment to boost its power generation capacity to 244 GW by 2037, diversifying into renewables, nuclear, and more.
J&K Dy CM Criticizes Centre on Rising Tariffs & Prices
Jammu & Kashmir Deputy CM Surinder Kumar Choudhary slams BJP-led Centre over escalating electricity tariffs and rising prices of essential commodities like onions, pulses, and sugar.
Siwan Silver Rate Stable at ₹2,78,900/KG on Aug 28
Silver prices in Siwan remain steady at ₹2,78,900 per KG on August 28, 2026. Explore purity standards and pricing factors.
Sitharaman’s IMF Role in Sri Lanka Bailout
India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s intervention with IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva reportedly influenced Sri Lanka’s bailout negotiations during its economic crisis.
Maharashtra Govt Merges Planning & Budgetary Functions into Finance Dept
Maharashtra’s government has transferred key planning and budgetary functions, including 28 posts, to the Finance Department to streamline operations and accelerate the ‘Developed Maharashtra 2047’ vision.
Ladakh Cuts Natural Gas VAT to 5% for Clean Energy
Ladakh slashes VAT on natural gas (CNG & PNG) from 21% to 5%, boosting clean energy adoption and expanding City Gas Distribution network.
India Considers E10 Petrol for Older Cars Amid Supply Chain Review
India is evaluating E10 petrol for older vehicles alongside E20, with BPCL CMD Sanjay Khanna highlighting complex supply chain logistics as a key challenge.
India-Canada Trade Target: $70B by 2030
India and Canada aim to reach $70 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, expanding economic ties beyond goods and services to include investment and finance.
Tempsens IPO GMP Hits ₹303, Signaling 101% Return
Tempsens Instruments IPO Grey Market Premium reaches ₹303, indicating a potential 101% return. Explore IPO details and investor sentiment.
India Eyes ₹30 Lakh Cr for 500 GW Clean Energy by 2030
India needs over ₹30 lakh crore ($360B USD) for its 500 GW non-fossil fuel energy target by 2030. Minister Joshi highlights domestic investment focus.
Google Settles UK Play Store Lawsuit for $353M
Google agrees to a $353.21M settlement in a UK lawsuit over Play Store practices and high commissions, pending tribunal approval.
NaBFID & NABARD Partner for Rural Infrastructure Funding
NaBFID and NABARD join forces via MoU to enhance rural infrastructure financing across India, focusing on scalable solutions for critical development projects.
India-Canada Trade Target: $50B by 2030 with FTA
India and Canada aim to reach $50 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, fueled by ongoing Free Trade Agreement negotiations expected to conclude by 2026.
S&P Affirms India’s BBB Rating: Strong Economy Drives Stability
S&P Global Ratings reaffirms India’s ‘BBB’ sovereign credit rating with a stable outlook, citing robust economic growth, policy stability, and strong infrastructure investment.
Vodafone Idea Strengthens Balance Sheet for FY27 Execution
Vodafone Idea’s AGR reassessment significantly strengthens its balance sheet, reducing liability and paving the way for focused FY27 execution and network expansion.
India Eases BIS Rules for High-Tech Manufacturing
India considers relaxing BIS certification for high-tech firms to boost advanced manufacturing and attract global investment, removing regulatory hurdles.
IRDAI Allows Insurers to Fund NDB’s ₹25,000 Cr Bonds
IRDAI greenlights Indian insurers to invest in NDB’s ₹25,000 Cr Maharajah Rupee Bonds, boosting funds for sustainable infrastructure & green projects in India.
Govt Debunks Subhash Chandra Loan Haircut Claims
Government sources clarify that 99.97% loan haircut claims against Subhash Chandra are misleading, detailing his role as a personal guarantor for corporate debts.
India’s Regulatory Reforms Drive Tech & Health Innovation
India is reforming regulations to boost tech and healthcare innovation, focusing on flexible environments, broader funding, and navigating AI’s economic impact for global scale.
India: Index Funds Gain Over ETFs for Simplicity
Indian retail investors increasingly prefer index funds over ETFs, prioritizing simplicity and value despite ETFs’ lower headline expense ratios.