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India Credit Card Spending Slows: SBI Cards Faces Mixed Signals

India’s credit card spending growth decelerated in July despite rising transaction volumes, signaling a shift to smaller, frequent purchases. SBI Cards sees mixed results.

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Aditya Birla Sun Life Gilt Fund: Debt Investment Guide

Discover the Aditya Birla Sun Life Gilt Fund. Learn about its government security focus, performance, portfolio, and tax implications for your debt investments.

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US Market Valuations Mirror Dot-Com Bubble; India’s Small-Caps Premium

US S&P 500 CAPE ratio hits 41.2, echoing dot-com era highs. India’s small-cap stocks trade at a 20% premium, signaling global valuation shifts.

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Sundaram Banking & PSU Debt Fund NAV: ₹46.4163 (Aug 25)

Sundaram Banking & PSU Debt Fund’s NAV reached ₹46.4163 on August 25, 2026. Discover its asset allocation, including top holdings like HDFC Bank.

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Palwal Silver Price Drops ₹100 to ₹2,76,900/KG on Aug 25

Silver prices in Palwal decreased by ₹100 on August 25, 2026, with 1 KG trading at ₹2,76,900. Explore daily and monthly price trends.

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JM Short Term Fund Inactive: NAV 36.08 (Sept 2020)

JM Short Term Fund (debt-short duration) is inactive, not accepting new investments. NAV was 36.08 as of Sept 25, 2020. Learn more about its past performance and holdings.

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5 Uncomfortable Home Buying Questions You MUST Ask

Buying a home? Go beyond rent vs. EMI. Ask these 5 crucial, uncomfortable questions about your finances and future plans before you commit.

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FD Rates Revised: HDFC, Federal, Slice, ESAF Banks Adjust Rates

HDFC Bank, Federal Bank, Slice SFB, and ESAF SFB revise FD rates up to 8.50% for seniors ahead of RBI’s new bulk deposit rule effective Oct 1.

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Indian Banks Closed for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi: Aug 26 Holiday Alert

Many Indian bank branches are closed on August 26 for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi. Check which states are affected and stay updated on digital banking services.

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DSP Nifty 10 Yr G-Sec ETF NAV Hits 26.7281

DSP Nifty 10 Yr Benchmark G-Sec ETF-Growth fund’s NAV reached 26.7281 on August 21, 2026. Managed by Anil Ghelani & Diipesh Shah.

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Gulbarga Silver Rate Today: ₹2,71,900/KG on Aug 26

Silver prices in Gulbarga remain steady at ₹2,71,900 per KG on August 26, 2026. Explore monthly trends and historical data.

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Karnataka Silver Price Stable at ₹2,71,900/KG on Aug 25

Silver prices in Karnataka remained steady at ₹2,71,900 per KG on August 25, 2026. Explore daily and monthly trends for silver rates in Karnataka.

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Joint Home Loan: What Happens When a Co-Borrower Dies?

A joint home loan co-borrower’s death means the survivor is solely liable for the loan. Learn about property ownership and repayment complexities.

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InCred Capital Launches ‘InCred Black’ for Ultra-HNIs

InCred Capital expands its wealth management business with ‘InCred Black’, a new bespoke offering for ultra-high-net-worth individuals and prominent families in India.

India’s Lower-Middle Class Reverts to Offline Payments in 2026

India’s Lower-Middle Class Reverts to Offline Payments in 2026

Study: India’s lower-middle class increasingly prefers offline transactions for payments in 2026, reversing digital trends for bill payments. Learn why.

ICICI Prudential AMC Renames Mutual Funds: SEBI Mandate

ICICI Prudential AMC Renames Mutual Funds: SEBI Mandate

ICICI Prudential AMC revises mutual fund scheme names effective Aug 26, 2026, aligning with SEBI’s new categorization and rationalization circular.

India’s Top Financial Advisors: Your Guide to Wealth

India’s Top Financial Advisors: Your Guide to Wealth

Discover India’s top financial advisors revolutionizing personal finance through education and long-term relationships. Secure your financial future with expert guidance.

Nilesh Shah: Cricket Analogy for Smart Stock Picking

Nilesh Shah: Cricket Analogy for Smart Stock Picking

Kotak AMC’s Nilesh Shah uses cricket analogies like Rishabh Pant vs. Rahul Dravid to guide investors on balancing high-growth stocks with steady compounders.

Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi Bank Holiday: August 26, 2026

Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi Bank Holiday: August 26, 2026

RBI announces bank holiday for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi on August 26, 2026, in several Indian states. Physical branches closed; digital services remain active.

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Eid-e-Milad 2026 Closures: Plan Your Bank & School Holidays

Eid-e-Milad 2026 falls on Aug 26. Discover potential school, college, and bank closures in India and how to verify your local holiday schedule.

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Home Ownership Goal for 31% of Indians Amid Soaring Confidence

A Home Credit India report shows 31% of lower-middle-class Indians now prioritize home ownership, an 8% rise, driven by increased financial confidence and optimism.

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India Crypto Market: Shift to Long-Term Investing

India’s crypto market is evolving from short-term trading to long-term investing, with HNIs showing cautious interest. Regulatory clarity is key for future growth.

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UPI at 10: Modi Celebrates Growth, Faces Sustainability Concerns

India’s UPI celebrates 10 years of transformative digital payment growth, highlighted by PM Modi, amidst ongoing sustainability discussions.

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Top Small-Cap Funds for Growth Amidst Market Slowdown

Discover top-performing small-cap mutual funds defying the market slowdown. Learn which funds offer growth potential despite recent performance shifts.

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Gold Funds Beat Equities: 44% SIP Returns Over 3 Years

Discover how gold funds, like SBI Gold Fund (44.11%), significantly outperformed equity funds over three years with SIP investments. See your money grow!

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EPF for International Workers: Rules & SSAs Explained

Moving abroad for work? Understand EPF rules for International Workers, contribution changes, and the impact of Social Security Agreements (SSAs) with India.

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8th Pay Commission Bengaluru Meet: Salary Impact

The 8th Pay Commission consults in Bengaluru Oct 7-8, 2026. Learn how this impacts central govt employee salaries, allowances & pensions. Submit requests by Sept 18.

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Franklin India Gilt Fund NAV Edges Up, Expense Ratio Higher

Franklin India Gilt Fund’s NAV saw a minor 0.03% rise to 61.65 on Aug 24, 2026. However, its 1.22% expense ratio surpasses the category average of 0.93%.

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Supreme Court Orders Probe into ITR, EPFO Data Misuse

The Supreme Court has directed the government to investigate allegations of private firms commercially exploiting sensitive ITR and EPFO data, raising privacy concerns.

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UPI Hits 23.66B Transactions in July, Expands Globally

India’s UPI processed a record 23.66 billion transactions in July, marking significant growth and expanding its reach to 11 international markets.

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