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India Considers Duty-Free Sugar Imports to Curb Price Hikes
India’s government is exploring duty-free sugar imports and bulk trader limits to stabilize rising retail prices ahead of festive seasons, amid concerns over monsoon impact on yields.
Apple Stock Downgraded by Jefferies: iPhone Strategy Shift
Jefferies downgrades Apple (AAPL) stock to ‘Underperform’ due to the cancellation of a high-priced all-glass iPhone, impacting future ASPs and margins.
Nifty50 Dips 6th Day: Oil, Yields Impact; ONGC, BPCL, RailTel in Focus
Indian stocks, including Nifty50, fell for the sixth straight session on August 18, impacted by oil prices and global yields. Key updates from ONGC, BPCL, and RailTel.
India Boosts Domestic Chip Market with Security Mandates
India leverages purchasing power and national security to build a domestic semiconductor market, supporting local startups and following the CCTV model.
Child Savings 2026: PNB, YES Bank, Post Office Plans
Secure your child’s future in 2026 with top savings options. Explore PNB Balika Shiksha, YES Bank FDs, and Post Office schemes for smart financial planning.
Indian Markets Dip Amid Geopolitical Tensions; Lenskart Eyes China
Indian benchmarks Sensex & Nifty fall due to crude oil prices & West Asia tensions. Lenskart expands into China, L&T secures Middle East order. Market valuations a concern.
Invesco India Launches New Pharma & Healthcare Fund NFO
Invesco India opens its new Pharma and Healthcare Fund NFO on Aug 18, 2026. Minimum investment ₹1,000. Explore healthcare sector growth.
Mopshop Distribution: No NSE/BSE Trading Data Available
Mopshop Distribution Ltd. shares are not listed on NSE or BSE, resulting in no trading data, PE ratio, EPS, or market cap available on The Economic Times.
India Mutual Funds Hit Record High: JioBlackRock Expands
India’s mutual fund industry reaches a record Rs 85.76 lakh crore in assets. JioBlackRock plans to launch regular plans, boosting industry growth.
Bangladesh Launches Tk 400 Crore Startup Investment Fund
Bangladesh launches Tk 400 crore ‘Fund of Funds’ via Startup Bangladesh Limited to boost startup investment and strengthen the venture capital sector, addressing local investor gap.
ED Freezes Rs 30 Cr SAGA Group Ponzi Scam Assets
Enforcement Directorate freezes Rs 30 crore in assets linked to the SAGA group’s alleged Ponzi scam across Mumbai and Bhopal. Read more about the investigation.
Mahanagar Gas Eyes 1 Million PNG Connections with 20% Capex Hike
Mahanagar Gas Ltd. boosts capex by 20% to ₹1,800 crore, targeting 1 million new PNG connections by FY27 to drive expansion and align with national energy transition goals.
Leadership, Not Algorithms: AI Competitive Advantage
Discover how leadership, not just AI algorithms, drives competitive advantage in the AI era. Accenture’s Amar Pratap Singh shares insights on adapting and innovating for success.
Ai+ Smartphone Expands to Over 100 Service Hubs in South India
Ai+ Smartphone is significantly boosting its presence in South India by launching over 100 new service centers, ensuring enhanced customer support and ownership reliability.
AMC App Crashes During Dune 3 Ticket Sale
AMC’s app and website crashed on August 18, 2026, due to overwhelming demand for Dune: Part Three tickets, frustrating fans and causing widespread disruption.
Meta Sued for Exploiting Young Users on Instagram & Facebook
Meta Platforms Inc. faces a federal trial as 29 states sue, alleging intentional design of Facebook & Instagram to exploit children for advertising revenue and violate privacy laws.
NHPC’s ₹18,700 Cr J&K Hydro Project: Power Ministry Explores Debt
India’s Power Ministry is exploring a ₹18,700 crore subordinated debt for NHPC’s 1,856 MW Sawalkote hydro project in Jammu & Kashmir, boosting national hydropower goals.
TPG Sells Aster DM Healthcare Stake for ₹4,780 Crore
TPG Inc. to divest 7.2% stake in Aster DM Healthcare for ₹4,780 crore via block deal, priced at a discount. Aster DM reports Q1 profit decline.
Olszewski Demands Answers on Delayed SCORE Funding from Trump Official
Rep. Johnny Olszewski confronts a Trump administration official over stalled SCORE funding, demanding transparency on frozen congressional grants impacting small businesses.
Milky Mist IPO Surges 30% on Debut, Hits Rs 181.50
Milky Mist Dairy Food shares soared 30% on their NSE debut, closing at Rs 181.50. The IPO was oversubscribed 56 times, valuing the company at nearly Rs 14,000 crore.
Velaura AI Hits Unicorn Status with $110M Series A Funding
Velaura AI, a chip design startup, secures $110 million in Series A funding, surpassing $1 billion valuation to revolutionize AI data centers with low-power chips.
CRCL Stock Drops 3.46% Amidst Growing Indian Investor Interest
Circle Internet Group (CRCL) stock declined 3.46% to $72.01 on August 19, 2026, despite increasing interest from Indian investors. Explore CRCL’s performance and financials.
Supreme Court Orders CBI Probe into Sammaan Capital Promoters
Supreme Court mandates CBI investigation into six ED allegations against former Sammaan Capital promoters for financial irregularities and fund siphoning.
Jeff Bezos Backs Consortium Buying 38% Stake in Liverpool FC
Jeff Bezos-backed consortium led by Amit Bhatia acquires 38% stake in Liverpool FC from FSG, valuing the club up to £6 billion. Learn more about the deal.
Walplast Invests in Vura Bau Chemie, Eyes Building Materials Growth
Walplast strategically invests in Vura Bau Chemie LLP, expanding its building materials portfolio to capitalize on India’s booming construction market, projected to reach $100B by 2030.
AjnaLens & Plutomen: AR for India’s Industrial Workers
AjnaLens and Plutomen partner to bring AR remote assistance to India’s industrial frontline, empowering workers and reducing downtime.
CG Power Hit by Cyber Event, Q1 Profit Misses; Shares Dip
CG Power reports a suspected cyber event impacting IT systems, with core operations unaffected. Q1 profit and revenue miss estimates, causing a 0.50% share drop on the BSE.
Authum Invests ₹101.63 Cr in ISARC via Rights Issue
Authum Investment and Infrastructure Ltd injects ₹101.63 crore into its subsidiary, India SME Asset Reconstruction Company (ISARC), through a strategic rights issue to bolster its capital.
Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) Implemented
Tamil Nadu confirms implementation of the Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS), guaranteeing government employees 50% of last basic pay plus DA.
India Income Tax Probes Suspicious Foreign Remittances
India’s Income Tax Dept. launches pan-India drive against suspicious foreign remittances, uncovering shell entities and Form 15CB misuse. Learn more.