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India’s Mega Business Delegation to Japan for Trade Boost

India sends its largest business delegation, led by Minister Piyush Goyal, to Japan (Aug 24-27, 2026) to boost bilateral trade and investment across key sectors.

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SEBI Boosts Retail Corporate Bond Access with New Framework

SEBI introduces a new distribution framework to enhance retail investor access to corporate bonds, targeting Tier II, III, and rural areas.

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India Construction Equipment Sector: FY27 Growth Slows to Single Digits

India’s construction equipment industry faces a slowdown, projecting single-digit growth for FY27 due to rising costs, project delays, and financing challenges.

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Pakistan Army Chief Visits Tehran Amid US Sanctions Threat

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir in Tehran to mediate Iran-US talks, addressing regional security and potential new US sanctions.

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SEBI Chief: Stronger Governance Needed for Growing Mutual Funds

SEBI chief stresses the urgent need for robust governance in India’s expanding mutual fund industry to protect investors and maintain market confidence.

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ISRO Empowers Private Sector for Space Vehicle Manufacturing

ISRO shifts focus to advanced research, delegating space vehicle manufacturing to the private sector. India aims for a $44B space economy by 2033.

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India-Japan Trade: Focus on Semiconductors & Investment

India’s Commerce Minister leads a 200-member delegation to Japan, aiming to boost trade, investment, and semiconductor manufacturing.

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Sugar Prices Soar: Low Output & Trader Hoarding Drive Surge

Indian sugar prices skyrocket due to reduced sugarcane output and aggressive trader stockpiling, not ethanol diversion. Experts weigh in on market dynamics.

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Top Indian Firms Lose ₹87,960 Cr Market Cap; Airtel Leads

India’s top 10 firms saw market cap drop by ₹87,960 Cr last week. Bharti Airtel faced the steepest decline amid bearish equity trends influenced by oil prices and bond yields.

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Pride Hotels Eyes Rs 1,000 Cr IPO by Dec 2026 for Expansion

Pride Hotels plans a Rs 1,000 crore IPO by Dec 2026 to expand from 40 to 72 properties, fund renovations, and repay debt. SEBI approval secured.

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FPIs Invest ₹23,544 Cr in Indian Equities in August

Foreign Portfolio Investors injected ₹23,544 crore into Indian equities in August, marking a significant turnaround driven by earnings and rupee stability.

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Putin: Ukraine’s Economic Strikes Opened ‘Pandora’s Box’

Vladimir Putin warns Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian economic infrastructure have ‘opened Pandora’s box,’ vowing retaliation against sensitive sectors.

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India Construction Equipment Growth Halved Amid Cost Surge

India’s construction equipment sector forecasts single-digit growth for FY27, down from double-digits, due to soaring material costs and geopolitical factors.

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Laxmi India Finance Boosts CSR to ₹66.57 Lakh in FY26

Laxmi India Finance significantly increased CSR spending to ₹66.57 lakh in FY26, exceeding its obligation by ₹2.89 lakh and focusing heavily on education.

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India Sugar Imports Expected: Govt Curbs Stabilize Prices

India anticipates sugar imports by Oct 15. Government stock limits and duty-free raw sugar imports are stabilizing prices after a 24% surge.

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China’s Humanoid Robots: Beijing Games Test Industrial Skills

China’s humanoid robots showcase athletic feats and now tackle complex industrial tasks at the Beijing Games, focusing on real-world applications beyond speed.

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Fed Chair Warsh: Jackson Hole Monetary Policy Clarity Expected

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh to address interest rates and inflation at Jackson Hole. Investors seek clarity on monetary policy amidst inflation concerns.

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Indian Bank Targets ₹1.5 Lakh Cr Gold Loans by FY27, Raises $400M

Indian Bank aims for a ₹1.5 lakh crore gold loan portfolio by FY27, bolstered by a successful $400 million international fundraising round.

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Suriya’s Vishwanath and Sons Box Office Surges Past ₹160 Cr

Suriya’s ‘Vishwanath and Sons’ experiences a massive box office surge on Day 9, crossing ₹160 crore globally with strong audience engagement.

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RBI Swaps Attract $72.85B, Rupee Stagnant

RBI’s concessional swap schemes drew $72.85B in foreign currency, boosting reserves but failing to strengthen the Indian Rupee. Learn why.

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Infra vs. Capital Goods Stocks: Decoding Capex Investments

Distinguish between infrastructure EPC contractors and capital goods manufacturers. Crucial insights for navigating capex-driven investment strategies and understanding valuations.

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India’s Renewable Energy Boom: Battery Storage Shortage Crisis

India’s renewable energy growth is hampered by a critical battery storage shortage, leading to import reliance and potential project delays. Urgent scaling needed.

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Pezeshkian Defends US Memo for Iran’s Economic Stability

Iranian President Pezeshkian backs a US memorandum as the best path to economic stability, despite a stalled nuclear deal and missed deadlines.

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Kolkata Man Loses ₹3.26 Cr in ‘Digital Arrest’ Scam

A Kolkata resident lost ₹3.26 crore in a ‘digital arrest’ scam. Scammers posed as Mumbai Crime Branch officers, leading to three arrests after a 7-month investigation.

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Tech Convergence to Shape India’s Geopolitical Future: Minister

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat reveals how AI, space, and quantum tech will define India’s global standing, emphasizing private sector growth and future space missions.

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Indian Realty Sales Drop 21% Amid Fewer Project Launches

India’s top 28 real estate firms saw sales bookings fall 21% to ₹40,000 crore in Q1 FY27 due to fewer new launches and cautious buyer sentiment.

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Modi’s Space Startup Remark: India’s Private Sector Soars

PM Modi’s ‘aura’ comment highlights the growing significance of India’s private space startups and their vital role in advancing national space ambitions.

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Gold, Silver Rally Expected on US Inflation & Fed Signals

Gold and silver prices are set to rise, influenced by US inflation data and Federal Reserve signals from the Jackson Hole symposium. Potential profit-booking noted.

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Gemini Edibles Fats Refiles India IPO with 41.14M Share Offering

Gemini Edibles Fats India, majority-owned by Golden Agri-Resources, has refiled its IPO draft, planning to offer up to 41.14 million shares, marking a renewed attempt in the Indian market.

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Sophos India Surges 60% in FY26, Leading Global Growth

Sophos reports a remarkable 60% growth in its India business for FY26, significantly outpacing the domestic market and establishing India as its top global growth market.

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