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8th Pay Commission: Family Unit Expansion for Govt Salaries
The 8th Pay Commission is considering a 5.2-unit family for minimum salary, impacting Central Government Employees’ pay structure. Learn more.

Student Term Insurance: Is It Worth It for Young Adults?
Explore student term insurance plans for 18-25 year olds. Learn if life cover is beneficial for covering education debt before you start earning.

India Least-Favored Asian Market for Fund Managers in 2026
BofA survey: India is Asia’s least-favored market. 32% of fund managers are underweight due to AI concerns and weak growth prospects.

Awarapan 2 Box Office: ₹100 Crore Milestone Achieved
Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2’ crosses ₹100 crore in 5 days, grossing ₹153.59 crore worldwide. ‘Batwara 1947’ faces decline.

UP Leads India’s Used Car Loan Growth at 32.6% CAGR
Uttar Pradesh leads India’s used-car loan market with a 32.6% CAGR. Explore the boom, opportunities, and credit risks for first-time borrowers.

India MF AUM Surges to ₹85.76L Cr, Passive Funds Lead Growth
India’s mutual fund AUM hit ₹85.76 lakh crore by July 2026, with passive funds showing a massive 324% growth, signaling a significant shift in investor preference towards low-cost options.

Free Airport Lounge Access Credit Cards (August 2026)
Find credit cards offering free airport lounge access without spending minimums as of August 2026. Travel smarter with these exclusive perks.

1% Club Launches AI CFO, Expanding Fintech Services
Sharan Hegde’s 1% Club introduces AI CFO, an AI-powered financial tool, marking its strategic pivot from education to broader fintech services with personalized guidance.

CG Power Stock Rises 1.30% on Tosil Systems Acquisition
CG Power’s stock gains 1.30% on the BSE after its subsidiary Axiro Semiconductor completes the Rs 16.44 crore acquisition of Tosil Systems, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.

Milky Mist Shares Drop 4% After IPO Rally Fades
Milky Mist Food shares fell over 4% on Thursday, ending a post-IPO rally. The dairy company’s IPO saw massive oversubscription.

SIP Accounts Drop: 1.4M Less Under ₹1000 in FY26
Discover why 1.4 million small-ticket SIP accounts (under ₹1,000) declined in FY26, reversing growth. Understand the impact of market volatility on new investors.

Shiprocket Shares Jump 9% on Goldman Sachs Bulk Deal
Logistics firm Shiprocket’s shares surged over 9% after Goldman Sachs India Equity Portfolio acquired over 40 lakh units in a significant bulk deal.

SEBI Mulls Limits on New Passive Fund Launches
India’s SEBI is considering capping new passive mutual fund launches to reduce investor confusion amid a market surge and rapid proliferation of similar strategies.

RBI Eyes $80B Inflows: India’s Rupee Measures Boost Forex Reserves
India’s central bank anticipates over $80 billion in foreign currency inflows from recent rupee support measures, with $56.85 billion already secured by August 13.

Karnataka Raises Pension Income Limit to ₹1.2 Lakh
Karnataka government increases social security pension income limit to ₹1.2 lakh, benefiting thousands of old-age, widow, and disability pensioners.

India’s PLI Scheme: Mixed Results on Jobs & Disbursals – CLSA
CLSA report highlights India’s PLI schemes: strong capex & sales, but lagging job creation and only 18% of incentives disbursed. Mixed bag performance.

Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund Dip: Impact on Your Investments
Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund sees negative returns. Understand the reasons behind the dip and its implications for your investment portfolio.

Aster DM Healthcare Stock Dips on Major Stake Sale
Aster DM Healthcare shares fell 3.64% after Centella Mauritius Holdings sold a 6.7% stake for Rs 4,450 crore, impacting the stock price despite a strong market.

Augmont Enterprises IPO: GMP Suggests 35.53% Listing Gain at ₹1068
Augmont Enterprises IPO opens Aug 21, with GMP indicating a 35.53% listing gain, targeting ₹1068 per share. Details on price band, dates, and proceeds.

Overseas Money Transfers: India’s Tax Dept. Scrutiny
Sending money abroad? India’s Income Tax Department is scrutinizing international transfers. 394 entities under verification. Learn about new forms & compliance.

Novateor Research Labs Secures Rs 8.40 Lakh Deal for Whitening Serum
Novateor Research Laboratories lands a significant Rs 8.40 lakh order from Smart Laboratories for 10,000 units of its Advance Teeth Whitening Serum, to be fulfilled within one month.

Indiqube Spaces Stock Rises on Rs 68 Cr Audio Platform Deal
Indiqube Spaces shares climb 0.97% to Rs 193.10 after securing a Rs 68 crore deal to lease 1,300 seats to a global audio series platform in Bengaluru.

India Newspaper Groups Pivot to Non-Print for Growth: Crisil
Crisil Ratings reports India’s major newspaper groups are prioritizing non-print revenue, projecting 10-12% annual growth vs. 2-3% for print, signaling a strategic shift.

L&T Shares Soar on Major Dubai Airport APM Contract
Larsen & Toubro’s stock surges 1.09% after securing a large order for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport APM System in partnership with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.

Indiqube Spaces Secures Rs 68 Cr Deal for 1,300 Seats in Bengaluru
Indiqube Spaces expands partnership with a global audio series platform, securing a Rs 68 crore deal for 1,300 seats on Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road.

India’s ₹9,450 Crore Rail Expansion: 4 New Projects Boost Connectivity
India approves four new railway projects worth ₹9,450 crore to boost connectivity, enhance efficiency, and support economic growth across key regions.

Kernex Microsystems Wins Rs 31.87 Cr KAVACH Upgrade Order
Kernex Microsystems secures a Rs 31.87 crore order from Integral Coach Factory for KAVACH system upgrades, enhancing safety with hardware and software improvements.

Dev IT Stock Surges 3.64% on Rs 5.15 Cr NICSI Order
Dev Information Technology (DEV IT) shares climbed 3.64% after securing a significant Rs 5.15 crore order from NICSI for Rajasthan government finance applications.

TPG Sells Aster DM Stake for ₹4,451 Crore
TPG’s affiliate, Centella Mauritius Holdings, divested a 6.66% stake in Aster DM Quality Care for ₹4,451.45 crore via an open market transaction. Key buyers include HDFC Mutual Fund and Citigroup.

Unicommerce Stock Surges on Urban Company Middle East Deal
Unicommerce eSolutions stock jumps 2.70% to Rs. 89.05 following a strategic e-commerce partnership with Urban Company’s Middle East division in Saudi Arabia and UAE.