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Edelweiss MF Halts SIPs in 7 Global Funds from Aug 2026

Edelweiss Mutual Fund suspends new SIPs/STPs in 7 international equity funds from Aug 12, 2026, due to the $7 billion overseas investment cap.

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Indian Borrowers Prefer Gold Loans for Lower Interest Rates

Gold Loans Gain Traction in India Over Personal Loans

Indian borrowers are shifting to gold loans due to lower interest rates compared to personal loans, impacting major banks’ portfolios.

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Gen Z’s Financial Revolution: Experiences, Security & Smart Investing

Discover how Gen Z is reshaping personal finance, prioritizing experiences, career flexibility, and early investment with a focus on clear financial guidance.

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Consistent Mutual Funds: Freefincal’s Updated Screener (Aug 2026)

Identify consistently performing equity mutual funds with freefincal’s updated screener for August 2026. Analyze over 400 funds with key performance metrics.

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IIFL Finance: Special Gold Loan for Women | Low Rates

IIFL Finance launches a special gold loan scheme for women, offering low interest rates starting at 0.81%/month and zero processing fees. Empowering women entrepreneurs and homemakers.

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Ram Temple Trust Corpus Reaches ₹1,876 Crore

The Ram Temple Trust in Ayodhya has amassed a corpus of ₹1,876.30 crore by FY26, driven by diverse donations and investments, highlighting strong financial growth.

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Morbi Businessman Loses ₹1.54 Cr in Fake IPO Scam

A Morbi businessman lost ₹1.54 crore to a sophisticated fake IPO investment scam. Learn how fraudsters operate and protect yourself from similar schemes.

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28 International Funds Halt SIPs Amid Overseas Investment Limits

28 International Funds Stop SIPs Due to India’s Investment Limits

28 international mutual funds halt SIPs due to India’s overseas investment restrictions. Learn how this impacts your foreign investment plans and what it means for the market.

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Free Demat Account: Angel One Referral Code SWKY

Open your first Demat account for free with Angel One using referral code SWKY. Learn about associated charges and how to start investing in India.

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Bandhan Mutual Fund Launches New Contra Fund NFO

Bandhan Mutual Fund announces its new NFO, Bandhan Contra Regular Annually Payout Inc Dist cum Cap Wdrl, opening August 10, 2026. Minimum investment ₹1,000.

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Free Demat Account: Angel One’s ‘SWKY’ Code Explained

Open a free Demat & trading account with Angel One using the introducer code ‘SWKY’. Learn how to get started and understand associated charges for new investors in India.

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India’s Shift to Financial Assets Fuels Market Growth

Discover how Indian households are moving savings from gold & real estate to financial assets, driven by tech, boosting capital markets. Learn about the ‘financialization’ trend.

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NPS: Unlock Triple Tax Advantage for Retirement Wealth

Discover the National Pension System’s (NPS) triple tax advantage, including tax-free rebalancing, to effectively build your retirement wealth in India.

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Indian Mutual Funds See Triple Negative Returns in FY26 as 731 Schemes Report Losses

Indian Mutual Funds: 731 Schemes Report Losses in FY26

Indian mutual funds faced a tough FY26 as 731 schemes reported negative returns, a threefold increase from FY25, signaling market volatility’s impact on investor portfolios.

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Mutual Fund Schemes See Three-Fold Surge in Negative Returns in FY26

Mutual Fund Returns Plummet: Negative Schemes Triple in FY26

SEBI report reveals a stark decline in mutual fund performance for FY26, with negative return schemes tripling and high-return funds diminishing. Understand the market shift.

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NPS Retirement Planning: Experts Warn of Inflation & Market Risks

Financial experts advise against relying solely on India’s NPS for retirement. Understand the risks of inflation and market volatility impacting your long-term financial security.

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SEBI: Unclaimed Mutual Fund Dividends Surge to Rs 2,689 Crore

SEBI’s FY26 report shows unclaimed mutual fund dividends hit Rs 2,689 crore, a 15.7% rise. Discover why and how to claim your lost funds via MF Central.

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SEBI Report: Retail Investment Soars, MF AUM Hits ₹73.7L Cr

SEBI’s 2025-26 report reveals a surge in Indian retail investment and mutual fund AUM reaching ₹73.7 lakh crore, driven by increased financial literacy and digital access.

By Market Desk•
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Open Free Demat Account with Angel One SWKY Code

Start investing easily! Open your first Demat & trading account free with Angel One using introducer code SWKY. Ideal for new investors.

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8th Pay Commission: Salary Hike Update for Govt Employees

The 8th Central Pay Commission concludes consultations. Discover potential salary increases and what it means for over 1 crore government employees and pensioners.

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PFRDA's Jagpal Urges Corporate NPS as Key Pension Layer

Corporate NPS: PFRDA Eyes Key Pension Layer for Employees

PFRDA’s Randip Singh Jagpal advocates for Corporate NPS as a vital additional pension layer, offering tax benefits, portability, and flexible investments for employees.

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LIC MF’s Top Long-Term Sector Bets: Manufacturing, Healthcare, Finance

Dikshit Mittal of LIC Mutual Fund reveals top long-term investment themes: manufacturing (electronics, defense, chemicals), healthcare, and private financials. Discover growth sectors.

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Templeton’s Rajasa K. on GARP Strategy for India Equities

Discover Rajasa K.’s Growth at a Reasonable Price (GARP) strategy for India equities, as shared by Templeton Global Investments’ VP and Portfolio Manager.

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Indian Equities Face Range-Bound Trading, Long-Term Outlook Improves

Indian Equities: Range-Bound Trading & Improving Long-Term Outlook

Indian stocks face range-bound trading, but PPFAS CIO sees growing opportunities. SEBI expects domestic economy support for 2026-27, improving long-term outlook.

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Indian Analyst Repays $60K US Student Loan in 6 Months

A 24-year-old Indian analyst stunned many by repaying her $60,000 US student loan in just six months after starting her career in New York.

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UPI Charges: No Consumer Fees, Only Select Merchants

Indian govt clarifies UPI users face no charges. Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) to apply only to specific high-value merchant transactions, not consumers.

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New Mutual Funds & SIFs Launch: 9 Options This Week

Explore 9 new mutual funds and 2 Systematic Investment Funds (SIFs) launching this week. Discover diverse investment opportunities starting August 10.

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MS Dhoni’s BCCI Pension: How Much Does He Earn Monthly?

Discover MS Dhoni’s monthly BCCI pension of ₹70,000. Learn about the BCCI’s pension structure for former cricketers and Dhoni’s financial recognition.

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Gold, Silver Prices Steady in India Amid Global Weakness

Gold and silver prices in India remained stable on August 9, 2026, despite international bullion market weakness, with MCX futures showing upward trends.

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UPI Stays Free for Users; MDR on Select Merchant Deals

India’s Finance Ministry confirms UPI transactions remain free for users. Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) may apply to select merchant transactions above Rs 2000.

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