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India-US Ties Strong: Ambassador Gor Highlights Trust & Growth
US Ambassador Sergio Gor emphasizes the robust India-US relationship, built on trust and personal friendship, noting significant economic and strategic growth.

Y Combinator Sells Meesho Stake for ₹957.5 Crore
Y Combinator to sell 1.05% stake in Meesho for ₹957.5 crore on Aug 22, 2026, at a 4% discount. Kotak to broker the block deal.

RBI Forex Swap Attracts $72.85B Inflows
RBI’s special USD-INR forex swap facility secured $72.85 billion in inflows by Aug 21, 2026, primarily through FCNR(B) deposits, boosting India’s foreign currency reserves.

Boris Johnson on Global Affairs: Ukraine, Brexit, India-UK Trade
Former PM Boris Johnson discusses Ukraine war, Brexit, Trump, India-UK trade, and Queen Elizabeth II at ET WLF 2026.

Bombay HC: Restaurants Must Disclose Paneer Ingredients
Bombay High Court upholds consumer rights, ruling restaurants must disclose if paneer is an analogue or dairy-based, denying relief to a Thane eatery.

PNGRB Approves ₹7,000 Cr LPG Pipeline Expansion: GAIL to Build 1,800 Km
India’s PNGRB sanctions 1,800 km LPG pipeline expansion by GAIL, investing ₹7,000 crore to boost national energy infrastructure and reduce road transport reliance.

Supreme Court Orders ₹5 Crore Refund to Art of Living
Supreme Court overturns NGT order, directs DDA to refund ₹5 crore to Art of Living Foundation for Yamuna floodplain case.

China Luxury Sales Drop: Tax Crackdown Hits Affluent Shoppers
China’s luxury market faces a significant downturn as a tax crackdown on wealthy shoppers leads to over 10% sales drop for top brands in July.

Mamata Machinery Patents Quadra 600 Amidst Q1 Loss
Mamata Machinery secures Indian patent for Quadra 600 BOPP bag machine, strengthening IP despite a Q1 FY27 net loss of Rs 3.47 crore.

India Aims to Be Global Space Startup Hub Under PM Modi
PM Modi unveils a strategic vision for India to become a leading global hub for space startups, encouraging innovation beyond traditional applications.

Mom’s Belief Parent Rays of Belief Eyes IPO for Expansion
Rays of Belief, parent of Mom’s Belief, launches IPO on Sept 1 to fund 319 new centers across India by FY29, focusing on Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

India’s Q1 FY27 GDP Growth Forecasted at 7.3% by CareEdge
CareEdge projects India’s Q1 FY27 GDP growth at 7.3% and raises full-year FY27 forecast to 7%, driven by strong manufacturing and construction sectors.

India-Mauritius Fuel Deal: IOC to Supply All Imports
India and Mauritius sign a 5-year fuel pact. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) will supply all of Mauritius’s petrol, diesel, and ATF imports, strengthening energy ties.

Edelweiss CEO: Crypto Risks for Indian Investors
Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta warns Indian investors about significant regulatory risks and speculative volatility in cryptocurrency. Advises balanced portfolio.

Retirement Goals: Personalize Your Target, Not Rs 40 Crore
Edelweiss MF CEO Radhika Gupta urges personalized retirement planning over a fixed Rs 40 crore target. Focus on individual expenses and disciplined investing for financial freedom.

Gen Z India’s Debt: iPhone EMIs & Gold Loans Surge
India’s Gen Z faces rising consumption debt, driven by iPhone EMIs and gold loans. Learn about the alarming trend of status symbol financing.

Bhatagaon Road Raipur: Emerging Residential Hub
Discover why Bhatagaon Road, Raipur, with Mahadev Ghat at its core, is rapidly becoming a prime residential destination due to infrastructure growth and new housing.

India Sugar Prices Soar: Retail Up 20%, Wholesale Up 30%
India’s sugar prices surge dramatically: retail up 20%, wholesale up 30% in a month due to tighter supply and crop damage concerns. Government intervenes with duty-free imports.

NTA Reforms Needed: Ex-UGC Chief on Strengthening Exam Security
Former UGC Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar stresses deep structural reforms for the National Testing Agency (NTA) to resolve exam security issues, rather than replacement.

Chief Justice Kant: ‘Nyaya-nomics’ Drives Economic Growth
Chief Justice Surya Kant champions ‘Nyaya-nomics’ at BRICS+ Legal Forum, highlighting robust judicial institutions and consistent adjudication as key drivers for sustainable economic growth.

Radhika Gupta Warns Against Crypto Investment in India
Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta advises caution on crypto investments in India due to regulatory, tax, and investor protection gaps. Learn why.

India’s Manufacturing Scheme: Apple & Google Expand Production
India’s Rs 62,500 crore manufacturing scheme incentivizes Apple & Google to expand production, diversifying global supply chains away from China.

Radhika Gupta: Physical Assets vs. Real Investments
Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta explains why gold, luxury bags, and homes aren’t always true financial investments due to liquidity issues. Learn to invest wisely.

Modus & Mood: Shop Home & Fashion by Mood
Discover Modus & Mood’s innovative ‘mood-first’ shopping experience for home and fashion. Find products curated for your vibe, redefining retail.

India Scraps 12-Min TV Ad Cap, Citing Market Evolution
India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting removes the 12-minute hourly TV ad cap, acknowledging significant market evolution since 2006.

Gaja Alternative Assets IPO: Allotment & Oversubscription Details
Gaja Alternative Asset Management IPO finalized allotment on Aug 24 after a massive 31.33x oversubscription, raising Rs 550 crore. Check status on NSE/BSE.

DIIs Boost Small-Cap Stock Holdings: Q1 FY27 Insights
Discover which six Indian small-cap stocks saw significant DII stake increases up to 19% in Q1 FY27, signaling growing investor confidence and positive business outlooks.

Freelancer ITR Filing: Beat the August 31 Deadline
Freelancers, don’t miss the August 31 ITR filing deadline! Understand ITR-3 vs. ITR-4, deductions, and compliance for your business income.

Karnataka Bans Analogue Paneer for 1 Year
Karnataka bans production and sale of ‘analogue paneer’ for one year from August 17, citing public health concerns and ingredient substitution.

Atomberg Files IPO DRHP: Rs 450 Cr Fresh Issue Planned
Atomberg Technologies files DRHP for IPO, planning a Rs 450 Cr fresh issue to fund debt repayment, brand awareness, marketing, and R&D. India’s premium fan market leader.