
Indian Bank Raises $400M ECB via RBI Swap Window
Indian Bank secures $400 million via External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) using an RBI concessional swap window to fuel business expansion. Aims for $1 billion total.

India’s Spam Crisis: TRAI Launches New Call Series Amidst Surge
India’s spam call complaints surge to 31.09 lakh by 2025. TRAI introduces new 1601 & 1600 call series to combat Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC).

India’s FY27 BoP Surplus: RBI Swaps Drive $100B Inflows
India’s Balance of Payments (BoP) eyes a significant FY27 surplus, potentially reaching $100 billion, boosted by strategic RBI swap facilities attracting foreign currency.

India Mandates PPI Over WPI for Govt Contracts by 2026
India’s Finance Ministry directs a shift from WPI to PPI for government contracts by July 2026, aligning with global standards and IMF recommendations for accurate price adjustments.

SEBI: Mutual Fund Distributors’ Evolving Role
SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh highlights the crucial, evolving role of mutual fund distributors in guiding investors and expanding market access in India’s growing MF industry.

FSSAI: 6 Food Companies Rectify Misleading Claims
FSSAI confirms six food companies have corrected misleading claims and labels, strengthening consumer safety and compliance with Indian food laws.

Delhi Airport Eyes 125M Passenger Capacity by 2032
Delhi Airport plans a major expansion to reach 125 million annual passenger capacity by 2032, enhancing infrastructure and accommodating future growth.

NSW Premier Minns to Boost India Ties: Business, Education, Culture
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns leads a delegation to India (Aug 31-Sep 3, 2026) to strengthen economic, educational, and cultural ties in New Delhi and Mumbai.

DRI Busts Rs 2,500 Crore Areca Nut Import Scam
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has uncovered a massive areca nut import racket, leading to a revenue loss of over Rs 2,500 crore through fraudulent declarations.

HUF Transfer: Sell Shares, Own 2 Homes, Claim Tax Exemption
Own multiple homes and selling shares? Discover how an HUF property transfer can help you claim Section 54F tax exemption by meeting the ‘one residential property’ rule.

German Investment in US Dives to 3-Year Low Amid Policy Fears
German companies slash US investments to a 3-year low in early 2026, citing Trump administration policy uncertainty and protectionist fears.

India Forms QRTs to Combat Social Media Misinformation
Indian government departments establish Quick Response Teams (QRTs) to swiftly counter fake news and misinformation on social media, aiming for two-hour clarifications.

Indian Small-Caps: Valuation Reset & Earnings Boost
Indian small-cap stocks are regaining investor favor due to a valuation reset and stabilizing earnings, offering a better risk-reward for long-term investors.

Airtel’s Prepaid Plan Changes to Boost ARPU by ₹4-12
Bharti Airtel discontinues four prepaid plans, aiming to increase ARPU by ₹4-12 through strategic premiumisation and customer upgrades.

Bhubaneswar Gold Prices Drop: 24K & 22K Rates Fall
Gold prices in Bhubaneswar decreased on August 16, 2026. Discover the latest rates for 24K and 22K gold and understand the market trends.

FPIs Invest ₹16,621 Cr in Indian Equities: August Inflow
Foreign Portfolio Investors injected ₹16,621 crore into Indian equities in early August, extending July’s strong rebound and signaling sustained foreign confidence.

India Needs Stronger Shipping Amid Red Sea Crisis: GTRI
GTRI urges India to boost shipping, finance, and naval protection due to the persistent Red Sea crisis impacting trade routes for over 1,000 days.

Geopolitics & Fed Minutes: D-Street’s Market Movers
D-Street navigates caution this week, influenced by US Fed minutes, US-Iran conflict, and crude oil prices impacting market direction.

KFC Mangaluru Outlet Sealed Over Foul Chicken Complaint
A KFC outlet in Mangaluru, India, was sealed by food safety officials following a customer complaint about foul-smelling chicken. Inspection revealed old stock and led to lab testing.

RPLI Eligibility Expanded to All Bank Account Holders in India
Department of Posts expands Rural Postal Life Insurance (RPLI) eligibility to all operative scheduled bank savings account holders in India. Financial protection now more accessible.

EPS-95 Pension: Your Annual Life Certificate Guide
Ensure uninterrupted EPS-95 pension payments. Learn why and how to submit your annual Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) to avoid payment disruptions.

Modi: MSMEs Must Leverage India’s Growing FTAs for Global Reach
PM Modi urges Indian MSMEs to capitalize on the nation’s expanding Free Trade Agreement network to boost exports and global market access for products like textiles and medicines.

Goldman Sachs: AI Investment to Hit $1 Trillion by 2026
Goldman Sachs forecasts a massive $1 trillion AI investment by 2026, representing 1.4% of global GDP by 2028. The US leads the surge.

PM Modi: MSMEs Should Use FTAs for Global Market Access
PM Modi encourages Indian MSMEs to leverage Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for enhanced global market access and export growth. Explore the opportunities.

Declare Foreign Assets: New Indian Govt Scheme Opens Aug 16, 2026
India’s new voluntary disclosure scheme allows taxpayers to declare undisclosed foreign income & assets starting August 16, 2026. Learn eligibility & details.

Maharashtra’s Clean Energy Goals: Execution Hurdles
Maharashtra aims for 100 GW clean energy but faces execution challenges in converting investment pledges to operational assets due to financing, land, and regulatory issues.

Indian Bank Raises $400M via ECB, RBI Swap
Indian Bank secures $400M via External Commercial Borrowings, leveraging RBI’s swap window for expansion. Plans for further fundraising to reach $1B.

Adil Rustomjee’s ‘Lakshmi’: 200 Years of India’s Stock Market History
Explore two centuries of India’s stock market evolution with Adil Rustomjee’s ‘Lakshmi’. Humanizing finance and challenging historical oversights.

India Sets LPG Production Targets to Cut Imports
India mandates maximum LPG production targets for refineries to build domestic supply buffer and reduce reliance on imports, enhancing energy security.

India’s Health Insurance Overhaul: Tackling Rising Costs
India plans major health insurance reforms to control soaring medical costs and improve transparency for policyholders. Learn about proposed changes.