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PharmEasy Bets on AI Physiotherapy to Revive Growth
PharmEasy launches AI-powered physiotherapy to boost profitability and customer engagement after a significant valuation drop, expanding its digital healthcare services in India.

ONGC Videsh Expands Venezuela Oil Operations After US Sanctions Waiver
ONGC Videsh secures US OFAC license to resume and expand Venezuela oil operations, planning a significant production boost and recovering stranded dividends.

India’s Oil Import Bill May Rise $5-10B on Russian Crude Cuts
Economist Santosh Mehrotra warns India’s oil import bill could surge by $5-10B if Russian crude imports halve, potentially fueling inflation and weakening the rupee.

Augmont Enterprises IPO: INR 825 Cr Launch in August 2026
Augmont Enterprises, India’s top gold platform, plans an INR 825 crore IPO from Aug 21-25, 2026, to fund working capital and expand its precious metals value chain operations.

India’s Foreign Asset Disclosure Scheme: Key Details
India’s Income Tax Dept launches FAST-DS for foreign asset disclosure. Learn about categories, fees, deadlines, and penalties. Disclose now!

Indian Bank Raises $400M ECB via RBI Swap Window
Indian Bank secures $400 million via External Commercial Borrowings (ECB) using an RBI concessional swap window to fuel business expansion. Aims for $1 billion total.

Infrastructure Funds: Quant Fund Alternatives & Top Picks
Explore alternatives to the Quant Infrastructure Fund. Compare top infrastructure funds by CAGR, expense ratio, and ratings for informed investment decisions.

India’s Spam Crisis: TRAI Launches New Call Series Amidst Surge
India’s spam call complaints surge to 31.09 lakh by 2025. TRAI introduces new 1601 & 1600 call series to combat Unsolicited Commercial Communication (UCC).

India’s FY27 BoP Surplus: RBI Swaps Drive $100B Inflows
India’s Balance of Payments (BoP) eyes a significant FY27 surplus, potentially reaching $100 billion, boosted by strategic RBI swap facilities attracting foreign currency.

India Mandates PPI Over WPI for Govt Contracts by 2026
India’s Finance Ministry directs a shift from WPI to PPI for government contracts by July 2026, aligning with global standards and IMF recommendations for accurate price adjustments.

SEBI: Mutual Fund Distributors’ Evolving Role
SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh highlights the crucial, evolving role of mutual fund distributors in guiding investors and expanding market access in India’s growing MF industry.

Purple Style Labs Eyes ₹660 Cr IPO by Aug 2026
Purple Style Labs, parent of Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, aims to raise ₹660 crore via an IPO by August 2026. Filed with SEBI, funds target strategic growth.

FSSAI: 6 Food Companies Rectify Misleading Claims
FSSAI confirms six food companies have corrected misleading claims and labels, strengthening consumer safety and compliance with Indian food laws.

Lodha Plans 21 New Projects, Targets ₹24,000 Cr Revenue
Lodha Developers announces 21 new housing projects by March, aiming for ₹24,000 crore revenue potential amidst strong real estate market demand. Learn more.

Delhi Airport Eyes 125M Passenger Capacity by 2032
Delhi Airport plans a major expansion to reach 125 million annual passenger capacity by 2032, enhancing infrastructure and accommodating future growth.

NSW Premier Minns to Boost India Ties: Business, Education, Culture
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns leads a delegation to India (Aug 31-Sep 3, 2026) to strengthen economic, educational, and cultural ties in New Delhi and Mumbai.

DRI Busts Rs 2,500 Crore Areca Nut Import Scam
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has uncovered a massive areca nut import racket, leading to a revenue loss of over Rs 2,500 crore through fraudulent declarations.

Lodha Developers Launches 21 Projects, Eyes ₹24,000 Cr Revenue
Lodha Developers announces 21 new housing projects by March 2027, targeting ₹24,000 crore revenue and 20% net profit growth in key Indian markets.

Purple Style Labs IPO: ₹660 Cr Target, Celebrity Investors
Purple Style Labs, parent of Pernia’s Pop-Up Shop, eyes a ₹660 crore IPO by August, backed by Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit, and Sachin Tendulkar.

HUF Transfer: Sell Shares, Own 2 Homes, Claim Tax Exemption
Own multiple homes and selling shares? Discover how an HUF property transfer can help you claim Section 54F tax exemption by meeting the ‘one residential property’ rule.

German Investment in US Dives to 3-Year Low Amid Policy Fears
German companies slash US investments to a 3-year low in early 2026, citing Trump administration policy uncertainty and protectionist fears.

India Forms QRTs to Combat Social Media Misinformation
Indian government departments establish Quick Response Teams (QRTs) to swiftly counter fake news and misinformation on social media, aiming for two-hour clarifications.

Top Firms Lose ₹1 Lakh Crore Market Cap Amid Crude Oil Surge
India’s top companies lost over ₹1 lakh crore in market cap last week due to rising crude oil prices and geopolitical concerns. Market indices also declined.

Indian Small-Caps: Valuation Reset & Earnings Boost
Indian small-cap stocks are regaining investor favor due to a valuation reset and stabilizing earnings, offering a better risk-reward for long-term investors.

Molbio Diagnostics IPO Oversubscribed 70x, Lists Monday
Molbio Diagnostics IPO oversubscribed 70.26x, debuts August 17 on NSE & BSE. Experts predict a 14-16% listing premium. Learn more about the stock debut.

Airtel’s Prepaid Plan Changes to Boost ARPU by ₹4-12
Bharti Airtel discontinues four prepaid plans, aiming to increase ARPU by ₹4-12 through strategic premiumisation and customer upgrades.

Bhubaneswar Gold Prices Drop: 24K & 22K Rates Fall
Gold prices in Bhubaneswar decreased on August 16, 2026. Discover the latest rates for 24K and 22K gold and understand the market trends.

Mosley Wealth Sells 81.4% of Morgan Stanley Stake
Mosley Wealth Management drastically cut its Morgan Stanley holdings by 81.4% in Q2 2026, selling 8,519 shares despite MS reporting strong earnings and growth.

Varanasi Airport: Licensed Pistol Fires, Injuring Two Security Staff
Two screening personnel injured at Varanasi airport after a passenger’s licensed pistol accidentally discharged during security checks for an Air India Express flight.

6 Mainboard IPOs This Week: New Investment Opportunities in India
India’s primary market buzzes with 6 mainboard IPOs opening this week and 5 companies set for D-street debuts. Explore new investment opportunities.