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Upstox IPO: $400M Raise, Tiger Global May Sell Stake
Indian fintech unicorn Upstox plans a $400M IPO, with Tiger Global Management among potential sellers. Details on market position and regulatory landscape.

India Overtakes Indonesia as Asia’s Least Preferred Stock Market
A Bank of America poll reveals India has replaced Indonesia as Asia’s least-preferred stock market, citing investor caution due to AI exposure concerns and weak growth.

NSE IPO Gets SEBI Approval: India’s Largest Ever?
National Stock Exchange (NSE) receives SEBI approval for its IPO, aiming to raise over ₹30,000 crore. Could be India’s largest public issue.

SEBI Mulls After-Market Orders for Closing Auction
India’s SEBI is considering allowing after-market orders (AMOs) during the 3:15 PM – 3:20 PM closing auction window to boost market participation and price discovery.

Lalithaa Jewellery IPO Oversubscribed 20.47x: Strong Investor Demand
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart’s IPO closed with a remarkable 20.47x subscription, indicating robust investor confidence across all categories. Details inside.

KKR Invests in BookMyShow Live for India Entertainment Growth
KKR acquires a minority stake in BookMyShow Live to accelerate the expansion of its live entertainment offerings across India, marking a significant boost for the sector.

Digital Payment Disruptions Hit 83% in India: Network Issues Plague Users
A concerning LocalCircles survey reveals 83% of Indian digital payment users face monthly network disruptions, leading to transaction failures and highlighting critical infrastructure gaps.

India’s Investing Revolution: Digital Access & Financial Literacy Drive Growth
Discover how digital access and rising financial literacy are democratizing India’s investment landscape, shifting focus from traditional savings to growth assets.

NSE IPO Gets SEBI Nod: India’s Largest Offering Expected
National Stock Exchange (NSE) receives SEBI’s no-objection for its IPO, potentially raising over Rs 30,000 crore, aiming to be India’s largest stock market offering.

Axis Bank Credit Card Changes: August 28 Update
Axis Bank updates credit card rules from August 28. Learn about increased overseas transaction costs (DCC markup to 3.5%) and revised late payment fees.

India’s Used-Car Loans Drive Vehicle Finance Growth
India’s used-car financing market booms, formalizing pre-owned vehicle purchases and attracting new borrowers with a 26.2% CAGR.

Indian Markets Dip: Sensex Falls Amid Inflation Fears
Indian equity markets face bearish pressure as the BSE Sensex drops 0.42% due to inflation concerns, rising oil prices, and global bond yields.

BPCL Board Approves ₹5,000 Cr NCD Fundraise
BPCL’s board greenlights ₹5,000 crore NCD fundraising within a year to strengthen finances and support future growth. Learn more about the issuance details.

India’s Fertiliser Sector Eyes Rs 90,000 Cr Capex Boost
India’s fertiliser sector anticipates a massive Rs 80,000-90,000 crore capex cycle, driven by the New Investment Policy for Urea-2026, aiming for enhanced domestic self-sufficiency.

Airfloa Rail Tech Secures Rs 70.56 Lakh Order from MCF
Airfloa Rail Technology shares rise 2.11% after winning a Rs 70.56 lakh contract from Modern Coach Factory for luggage rack modules, due November 2026.

ITR Deadline AY 2026-27: Avoid Penalties
Know the ITR filing deadline for AY 2026-27 (Aug 31) for business/profession income. Avoid late fees up to ₹5000 & interest charges. Learn more!

Mahanagar Gas, Indraprastha Gas Shares Surge on New PNG Incentive
Mahanagar Gas and Indraprastha Gas shares jumped over 3% following a new government incentive providing additional APM gas for household PNG connections, aiming to cut costs.

Sunshine Pictures IPO Oversubscribed 6x on Day 2
Sunshine Pictures IPO sees strong demand, hitting 6.04x subscription by Day 2, driven by NIIs and Retail Investors. Price band Rs 342-360.

India’s OFDI Surges 16.74% in July 2026: RBI Report
India’s outward FDI commitments jumped 16.74% to $5.7B in July 2026, driven by loans & guarantees, according to RBI data. Equity sees a dip.

L&T Technology Services Wins $75M Deal, Shares Surge
L&T Technology Services secures a major 5-year, $75M deal, boosting its shares by 0.92%. Krystal Integrated Services also lands a significant order.

L&T Technology Services Wins $75M+ Global Engineering Deal
L&T Technology Services secures a 5-year, $75M+ global deal to deploy advanced Engineering Intelligence capabilities, accelerating product development for a leading tech enterprise.

Finance Minister: PSBs Key to Viksit Bharat Vision
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to leverage their strengths for India’s Viksit Bharat vision, focusing on ambition and competitiveness.

Shiprocket IPO: Shares Soar 40% on Debut, Priced at Rs 97
Shiprocket shares surged over 40% on market debut, listing at a significant premium above the Rs 97 IPO price. Strong investor demand fueled the impressive market entry.

ICICI Prudential India Opportunities Fund: NAV, Risk & Investment
Explore the ICICI Prudential India Opportunities Fund. Discover its NAV of Rs 36.32, ‘Very High’ risk rating, and investment options for long-term growth.

Gaja Capital IPO: ₹165 Cr Secured from Anchor Investors
Gaja Capital raises ₹165 crore from 20 anchor investors ahead of its ₹550 crore IPO. Domestic MFs lead with 65.15% allocation. IPO opens Aug 19, 2026.

Ceigall India Shares Jump 2.70% on Rs 274 Cr Arunachal Road Project
Ceigall India’s stock surged 2.70% after its joint venture secured a Rs 274 crore EPC road project in Arunachal Pradesh from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways.

Income Tax Dept Probes Suspicious Foreign Remittances
India’s Income Tax Department launches nationwide probe into suspicious foreign remittances from entities with minimal business activity, scrutinizing transactions and professionals.

Srestha Finvest Posts Major Net Loss in June 2026 Quarter
Srestha Finvest reports a significant net loss of Rs -274.29 million for the June 2026 quarter, a sharp decline from the previous year’s profit, driven by falling sales and operational strain.

Indian Rupee Strengthens Slightly Against US Dollar
The Indian Rupee edged higher against the US Dollar, trading at 95.73, supported by RBI intervention and FII inflows amid rising crude prices.

Piyush Goyal in Japan: Boosting India-Japan Trade & Investment
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal visits Japan to enhance trade and investment, focusing on AI, semiconductors, and green energy sectors. Japan eyes 10 trillion yen investment.