
Minerals Bill 2026: Minister Reddy Assures No State Revenue Loss
India’s Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026 centralizes regulation. Minister Reddy assures states won’t face revenue loss despite preventing state taxes on mineral leases.

Tata Motors Profit Plummets 80% Amidst JLR Struggles
Tata Motors’ Q1 profit drops 80% to ₹775 crore, heavily impacted by Jaguar Land Rover’s supply chain issues and declining sales, despite domestic growth.

Air India’s Profitability Test: Tata Sons’ New Chief Faces Challenge
Tata Sons’ new chairman faces the critical task of making Air India profitable, despite massive investments and a huge aircraft order, as losses mount.

BCI Reverses NALSAR 2026 Ban: Graduates Can Enrol
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has reversed its ban on NALSAR 2026 graduates enrolling as advocates, allowing all eligible students to proceed.

India’s Mining Bill: States Lose Tax Power to Miners
India’s 2026 Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill centralizes mineral taxation, shifting wealth from states to mining companies and challenging states’ constitutional taxing rights.

Supreme Court Criticizes FSSAI Delay on Food Warning Labels
India’s Supreme Court slams FSSAI for delaying mandatory front-of-package warning labels, citing public health risks, especially for children, due to high sugar, salt, and fat content.

Rupee Falls 12 Paise; Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 3.16x
The Indian Rupee weakened by 12 paise to 95.45 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, Shiprocket’s IPO saw strong investor interest, reaching 3.16x subscription on its second day.

Kotak Liquid Fund NAV Hits Rs 1,000.50: High Liquidity, Moderate Risk
Kotak Liquid Fund Direct – IDCW NAV reaches Rs 1,000.50 on Aug 12, 2026. Explore its high liquidity, moderate risk, and key performance metrics for smart investment decisions.

Sebi Study: FPIs Exit IPO Anchor Investments Faster Than MFs
Sebi study reveals Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) divest IPO anchor shares nearly twice as fast as Mutual Funds post lock-in, impacting institutional commitment.

Sebi’s New Colour-Coded Risk Meter for Debt Securities
Sebi proposes a new colour-coded risk meter to simplify credit risk assessment for debt securities, making it easier for retail investors to understand bond risks.

SEBI Proposes New Accredited Investor Rules in India
SEBI proposes revised accredited investor criteria in India, lowering the bar to Rs 5 crore in market assets for individuals, potentially quadrupling the AI base.

Gulf Oil Giants Invest Billions in New Shipping Routes
Gulf oil nations invest billions in pipelines & infrastructure to bypass Strait of Hormuz risks amid regional conflict. Crude exports plummet.

DeepSeek Eyes $74B Valuation, Launches V4 Pro AI Model
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek aims for a $74B valuation with new funding, launching its advanced V4 Pro model and adjusting API pricing significantly.

SBI Raises $500M Bonds Amid Strong Global Demand
State Bank of India’s London branch successfully raised $500M via Regulation S bonds, attracting 145 global investors with a 5.25% coupon rate.

Air India Plans Major Fleet Expansion Amidst Volatility
Air India navigates market volatility with a major fleet expansion, planning to add over 100 aircraft and undergoing a leadership transition.

AMD Plans $5 Billion Bond Sale for AI Demand
AMD plans its largest-ever $5 billion investment-grade bond sale to fund surging demand for AI-driven computing capacity, marking a significant capital raise.

LIC Stake Sale: India’s Largest Offer For Sale Hits ₹31,552 Crore
India’s government successfully sold a 6.5% stake in LIC for ₹31,552 crore, marking the nation’s largest-ever offer for sale and boosting public shareholding.

SEBI Expands Accredited Investor Criteria in India
SEBI proposes to significantly expand India’s Accredited Investor pool by introducing securities market assets as a key eligibility criterion, potentially tripling the number of eligible investors.

India Labeled ‘Tier-1’ Hub for China Tariff Evasion by White House
The White House designates India a ‘Tier-1 Diversified Scale Leader’ in a global network used to evade US tariffs on Chinese goods, with significant increases projected by 2025.

RBI Governor: Central Banks Crucial for Global Financial Stability
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted central banks’ pivotal role in price and financial stability at the BRICS meeting, advocating for enhanced cooperation and local currency trade.

SEBI: Mutual Fund Distributors Must Prioritize Investor Trust
SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh emphasizes ethical practices and transparent risk communication for mutual fund distributors to build and maintain investor trust amid industry growth.

India-US Talks: Tariff Threat Over Russian Oil Imports
India addresses US Senate’s 100% tariff threat on Russian oil imports amidst ongoing, reassuring trade negotiations with Washington.

SBI Raises $500M in Bonds Amidst Global Demand
State Bank of India’s London branch successfully raised $500 million via Regulation S bonds, attracting 145 global investors and showcasing strong international confidence.

Sebi’s Credit Risk-o-Meter: Simplifying Debt Investment for Retail Investors
Sebi proposes a mandatory ‘Credit Risk-o-Meter’ for debt securities, using color-coding to simplify risk assessment for retail investors in India.

YouTube India Creators: Accurate Income Tax Filing Guide
Indian YouTube creators: Learn how to accurately convert dollar income, calculate taxes, and report earnings to avoid errors and stay compliant.

SBI Raises $500M in London Bond Issue at Record Low Spread
State Bank of India successfully raised $500 million from its London branch at a 5.25% coupon rate, achieving the tightest spread for an Indian public bond issuance since RBI’s swap announcement.

Sitharaman: Boost Startup Tech in Districts for Public Good
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges wider deployment of startup technologies in Indian districts and government facilities, focusing on public benefits and innovation.

NITI Aayog: Industrial Clusters to Boost India’s Manufacturing Hub Status
NITI Aayog proposes strengthening industrial clusters and integrated parks to make India a global manufacturing hub, creating jobs for its young population.

Harvard Faces Scrutiny Over China Research Ties
House Committee report accuses Harvard University of failing to safeguard research collaborations with Chinese military-linked institutions, raising national security concerns.

Parle: India’s Most Chosen FMCG Brand for 14 Years
Parle Products retains its title as India’s most chosen in-home FMCG brand for the 14th consecutive year, according to the latest Brand Footprint report.