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Retirement Security: Balance Market Growth & Steady Income

Secure your retirement by balancing market investments with stable annuities. Ensure income security through market cycles with expert insights.

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India Must Review US Trade Strategy Amid Trump's Tariff Unpredictability

India’s US Trade Strategy: Navigating Trump’s Tariff Volatility

India must reassess its trade strategy with the US due to unpredictable tariffs and trade remedies under the Trump administration, especially concerning transshipment risks.

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Jefferies Eyes Power Sector Upside Amidst El Niño: Top Picks Revealed

Jefferies: Power Sector Upside & Top Stock Picks in India

Jefferies forecasts strong growth in India’s power sector, driven by demand and renewables. Discover 7 top stock picks with up to 28% upside potential.

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US Fed's Hawkish Stance Presses RBI's FCNR(B) Deposit Scheme

US Fed Policy Challenges RBI’s FCNR(B) Deposits

Discover how the US Fed’s hawkish stance and a strong dollar are impacting RBI’s FCNR(B) deposits, affecting NRI investors and banks.

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India’s Truck Market Defies Odds with Robust Q1 FY27 Growth

India Truck Market Surges: Q1 FY27 Growth Defies Global Challenges

India’s commercial vehicle market shows robust Q1 FY27 growth. Tata Motors & Ashok Leyland lead sales despite global headwinds, driven by domestic demand & policy support.

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Direct Mutual Funds: Beat Surcharges & Boost Net Worth

Confused by mutual fund surcharges and pre-tax corpus? Discover how focusing on post-tax net worth reveals faster benefits when switching to direct plans.

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ED Attaches ₹129.80 Cr Ahmedabad Real Estate Fraud Assets

Enforcement Directorate seizes ₹129.80 crore in Ahmedabad real estate assets linked to a major fraud scheme targeting homebuyers and investors.

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India’s Deeptech Sector Attracts $11.4B in PE/VC Funding

India’s deeptech sector has secured $11.4 billion in PE/VC investments from 2015-2026 YTD, with AI, EVs, and semiconductors leading the surge. Discover the growth.

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India’s $20 Trillion Economy Goal by 2036: Equirus Reforms

Equirus Securities proposes a 20-point reform agenda to drive India’s economy to $20 trillion by 2036, focusing on services and market reforms.

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Gujarat Fake Govt Office Scam: ED Uncovers Rs 22 Crore Fraud

Enforcement Directorate busts Rs 22 crore fake government office scam in Gujarat. Funds siphoned for fictitious projects, assets attached.

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iSON Group Invests $300M in Philippines Tech, Healthcare, BPO

India’s iSON Group commits $300M to the Philippines, boosting telecom, digital health, and BPO sectors with government backing. Learn about the investment details.

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Skymet Cuts 2026 Monsoon Forecast, Warns of 70% Drought Chance

Skymet Lowers 2026 Monsoon Forecast: 70% Drought Risk for India

Skymet drastically cuts 2026 monsoon forecast to 85% LPA, warning of a 70% drought probability for India due to El Nino and IOD concerns.

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India's Microfinance Debt Overhang Eases as Stressed Borrowers Fall

India Microfinance Debt Eases: Stressed Borrowers Decline

India’s microfinance sector shows recovery as stressed borrowers with multiple loans significantly decrease, easing the debt overhang.

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California Wealth Tax: Billionaires Face 5% Levy in 2026

California’s proposed one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires for the Nov. 2026 ballot faces strong opposition from business leaders concerned about economic impact.

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India's Jobless Rate Hits 5.1% Four-Month Low in July 2026

India Unemployment Rate Drops to 5.1% in July 2026

India’s unemployment rate fell to a four-month low of 5.1% in July 2026, boosted by improved rural employment. Urban rates remain stable.

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BSE Clearing Launches 3-Day SLB Contracts for Flexibility

BSE Clearing Ltd enhances market flexibility with new three-working-day contracts in its Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment, featuring T+1 and T+3 settlement.

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RBI Closes FCNR(B) Scheme Early to Boost Reserves

RBI advances FCNR(B) scheme closure to August 31, 2026, aiming to strengthen India’s external buffers and stabilize the rupee with $52B+ inflows.

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Axis Bank Hikes FCNR(B) Rate to 6.40% for Large Deposits

Axis Bank leads large banks by increasing its FCNR(B) deposit rate to 6.40% for deposits over $1 million, effective August 17, 2026. Learn more.

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Unfair Insurance Claim? Finance Ministry Offers Resolution Path

Facing insurance claim rejections or delays? The Finance Ministry provides clear steps for policyholders to file complaints and seek resolution with their insurer.

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Iran Goes ‘Fully Offensive’ as US Talks Collapse

Iran adopts a ‘fully offensive’ military stance, threatening the Strait of Hormuz after US diplomatic efforts fail. Global oil markets react.

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Nvidia Invests $1.5B in OpenAI’s Ohio Data Center

Nvidia’s $1.5B investment in SB Energy secures 8GW AI computing capacity for OpenAI’s Ohio data center, boosting chip demand and AI infrastructure.

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Indian Freelancers: US IT Company Tax Guide

Indian freelancers earning from US IT firms: Understand income tax, TDS, GST, ITR filing, and the Section 44ADA presumptive scheme for simplified tax compliance.

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ED Attaches ₹22.70 Cr in Dahod Fake Govt Offices Scam

Enforcement Directorate attaches ₹22.70 crore in assets linked to the Dahod fake government offices scam, uncovering fraudulent grants and fictitious departments.

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SEBI Warns Investors: Beware of Social Media Trading Scams

SEBI cautions investors against live trading streams and real-time tips on social media, warning of unregistered advisors and misleading claims. Protect your investments.

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India's Unemployment Rate Falls to 5.1% in July, a Four-Month Low

India Unemployment Rate Drops to 5.1% in July

India’s unemployment rate fell to a four-month low of 5.1% in July, driven by improved labor force participation and worker population ratios, signaling a strengthening job market.

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Bombay HC Fines Maharashtra FDA Rs 5 Lakh for Wrongful Shop Closure

Bombay High Court fines Maharashtra FDA Rs 5 Lakh for unjustly closing a Pune sweet shop for 34 days despite high compliance, criticizing the agency’s actions.

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RBI’s FCNR(B) Swap Closure: Rupee Weakens, Bond Yields Rise

The Reserve Bank of India unexpectedly closed its FCNR(B) forex swap facility early, impacting the rupee’s value and increasing government bond yields.

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India’s Financial Sector Expands: Axis Bank, YES Bank & More

Explore the rapid growth in India’s financial sector, featuring key developments from Axis Bank, Abakkus Mutual Fund, YES Bank, and J&K Bank.

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Micromax Arm Invests ₹1,015 Cr to Boost India’s Electronics Manufacturing

Micromax subsidiary Bhagwati Products commits ₹1,015 Cr to display manufacturing & precision moulding, boosting India’s electronics sector and creating 10,000+ jobs.

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Rupee Hits 17-Day Low: RBI’s FCNR(B) Swap Closure Triggers Fall

The Indian rupee fell to a 17-day low of 95.61 against the dollar after the RBI’s early closure of its FCNR(B) swap facility and rising crude oil prices.

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