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Nifty Halts Lower Highs; Manipal Health, RailTel See Action
Nifty 50 breaks 12-session lower highs. Manipal Health reports 38.1% revenue growth, RailTel secures Rs 164.79 crore order. Key market and corporate updates.
Netweb Tech Raises Rs 1,200 Cr via QIP, Allots Shares to Top Investors
Netweb Technologies India Ltd successfully raised Rs 1,200 crore by allotting 2.5 million shares to Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) at Rs 4,790 each, significantly boosting its equity capital.
8th Pay Commission: Unions Seek Pension Revision for Pre-2026 Retirees
Employee unions urge the government to amend the 8th Pay Commission’s ToR, advocating for pension revisions for retirees before January 1, 2026.
SIP to Rs 7 Crore in 15 Years: The Math Explained
Discover if a Rs 7 crore corpus is achievable in 15 years via SIP. Learn the required monthly investment and the power of compounding with a 12% return.
India EdTech Market to Triple by FY28: Growth Drivers & Key Players
India’s EdTech market poised for triple growth to ₹41,450 crore by FY28, fueled by NEP 2020 and government initiatives. PhysicsWallah leads the charge.
ET Startup Awards 2026: Top ‘Startup of the Year’ Nominees Revealed
Discover the six innovative startups nominated for the ET Startup Awards 2026 ‘Startup of the Year’ award. Highlighting India’s top emerging businesses.
Gillette India, NALCO, Senco Gold: Ex-Dividend Dates & Payouts
Gillette India, NALCO, Senco Gold, and SJVN trade ex-dividend Aug 24, 2026. Buy by Aug 21 to secure payouts. Details inside.
SEBI Study: 88% of Retail F&O Traders Lost Money in FY26
A SEBI study reveals a staggering 88% of retail traders in India’s equity derivatives market lost money in FY26, totaling ₹91,685 crore. Retail participation also declined.
BSE Eligible for FTSE Russell Equity Indices from 2027
FTSE Russell designates BSE eligible for equity indices from March 2027. Fast-track for IPOs and NSE prioritization for dual listings detailed.
Nifty Rebounds 0.64%, Ends Losing Streak with Broad Buying
Indian equity benchmarks snapped a seven-session losing streak on Thursday. Nifty50 rose 0.64% to 24,231.85, driven by broad-based buying across sectors and positive technical indicators.
Wilson Jones: India’s First World Champion in Billiards (1958)
Discover the inspiring story of Wilson Jones, a Pune clerk who became India’s first individual world billiards champion in 1958, thanks to groundbreaking corporate patronage.
Atomberg Files IPO Papers: Rs 450 Cr Fresh Issue Planned
Jungle Ventures-backed Atomberg Technologies files DRHP for an IPO, aiming to raise up to Rs 450 crore via fresh issue. Funds for debt, marketing, and R&D.
FMCG Leaders: Colgate, Nestle, Britannia Show Strong Returns
Colgate, Nestle, and Britannia Industries lead Indian FMCG with impressive ROCE & ROE. Discover their capital efficiency and what it means for investors.
Top 5 Indian Stocks for August 21: Targets & Stop-Losses
Technical analysts reveal 5 Indian stocks for August 21 trading. Get buy recommendations, price targets, and stop-loss levels for Redington Ltd., 360 One Wam, and VA Tech Wabag.
ET Startup Awards 2026: Midas Touch Nominees Revealed
Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 announces Midas Touch nominees, honoring investors for significant exits based on deal volume and value. Discover top investors.
NTPC FY27 Dividend to Hit Record Despite EPS Dip
NTPC Ltd. is projected to deliver a record dividend of Rs 9.42 per share in FY27, defying an expected 6.6% dip in earnings per share. Learn more about the payout ratio influence.
RBI Rate Hike Likely Amid Inflation; Exam System Flaws Revealed
India braces for a potential RBI rate hike due to persistent inflation. Meanwhile, the nation’s public examination system faces scrutiny over systemic flaws and cancellations.
India’s Green Channel: Faster UK & EU Investments
India launches ‘Green Channel’ to fast-track European and UK investments with simplified government approvals, boosting capital inflow.
Trump’s Plan: 1,000 US Space Launches by 2030
President Trump unveils an ambitious plan to boost US commercial space, targeting 1,000 annual launches by 2030 to enhance national capabilities and security.
Sebi Study: Derivatives Profit Gap Widens in FY26
Sebi’s FY26 study reveals a stark profit disparity in derivatives trading: institutions and prop traders profited heavily, while retail traders faced significant losses.
Nifty 50 Flat Open: Global Weakness, Fading Bond Rally – Aug 21
Nifty 50 eyes a flat opening on August 21, 2026, as global markets decline and US bond rallies fade due to inflation concerns. Gold and oil show positive momentum.
India Overhauls Investment Treaty to Boost FDI
India is revising its 2016 Model Bilateral Investment Treaty with structural changes to attract more Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), focusing on dispute resolution and investor protection.
Foreign Investors Pour ₹16,621 Crore into Indian Equities
Overseas investors injected ₹16,621 crore into Indian equities in early August, marking the fourth consecutive fortnight of strong capital inflows, with financial services leading the surge.
Augmont Enterprises IPO Opens: Rs 825 Cr Target, GMP Hints 38% Gain
Augmont Enterprises IPO launches today, August 21, aiming for Rs 825 Cr. With a strong GMP indicating a potential 38.07% listing gain, anchor investors show significant interest.
Indian Stocks Rebound: Sensex Surges 628 Points, Ending Losing Streak
Indian benchmarks, led by realty, private banks, and IT, rebound with Sensex gaining 628 points. Analysts caution on rising market valuations despite positive momentum.
Manipal Health Q1 Profit Jumps 31% to ₹3.32 Billion
Manipal Health Enterprises reports a 31% surge in adjusted Q1 profit to ₹3.32 billion, driven by strong demand for complex care and increased occupancy.
ED Raids Tashee Group: ₹386 Cr Homebuyer Fraud Probe in Delhi-NCR
ED searches Delhi-NCR properties in a ₹386 crore money-laundering probe against Tashee Group for alleged homebuyer fraud in Gurugram projects.
Ex-Google Engineer’s AI Theft Conviction Partially Overturned
A San Francisco judge overturned seven economic espionage counts against ex-Google engineer Linwei Ding in an AI trade secret theft case, citing insufficient evidence of intent to benefit China.
Family Life Insurance: Single Policy vs. Split Cover Explained
Discover how to optimize your family’s life insurance. Learn whether a single policy or split coverage best protects your loved ones’ financial future.
Brazil Invests 2.3B Reais in AI for Tech Independence
Brazil commits 2.3 billion reais to boost its AI ecosystem, partnering with US & Chinese firms like Huawei to achieve technological independence and drive innovation.