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Supreme Court Criticizes FSSAI Delay on Food Warning Labels
India’s Supreme Court slams FSSAI for delaying mandatory front-of-package warning labels, citing public health risks, especially for children, due to high sugar, salt, and fat content.

NoBroker & Sumadhura Bengaluru Property Expo: INR 1 Lakh Vouchers
Explore 10+ Sumadhura projects & new launch at NoBroker’s Bengaluru Property Expo. Avail discounts & INR 1 lakh vouchers. August 15-16.

Gemini AI Influences Financial Decisions: Google DeepMind Study
Google DeepMind’s Gemini 3 Pro AI significantly shifts financial beliefs and spending habits in a study across the US, UK, and India. Learn about AI’s growing influence.

Rupee Falls 12 Paise; Shiprocket IPO Oversubscribed 3.16x
The Indian Rupee weakened by 12 paise to 95.45 against the US dollar. Meanwhile, Shiprocket’s IPO saw strong investor interest, reaching 3.16x subscription on its second day.

Mercury EV-Tech Q1FY27 Profit Dips Despite Revenue Surge
Mercury EV-Tech’s Q1FY27 net profit fell 4.2% to ₹1.56 crore, despite a significant 47.9% revenue jump. Higher operating costs impacted profitability.

Kotak Liquid Fund NAV Hits Rs 1,000.50: High Liquidity, Moderate Risk
Kotak Liquid Fund Direct – IDCW NAV reaches Rs 1,000.50 on Aug 12, 2026. Explore its high liquidity, moderate risk, and key performance metrics for smart investment decisions.

Sebi Study: FPIs Exit IPO Anchor Investments Faster Than MFs
Sebi study reveals Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) divest IPO anchor shares nearly twice as fast as Mutual Funds post lock-in, impacting institutional commitment.

Tata Motors: Succession, Growth & JLR Profitability
Tata Motors’ future leader faces a dual challenge: sustaining India growth and restoring JLR to consistent profitability, inheriting a stronger company.

Sebi’s New Colour-Coded Risk Meter for Debt Securities
Sebi proposes a new colour-coded risk meter to simplify credit risk assessment for debt securities, making it easier for retail investors to understand bond risks.

SEBI Proposes New Accredited Investor Rules in India
SEBI proposes revised accredited investor criteria in India, lowering the bar to Rs 5 crore in market assets for individuals, potentially quadrupling the AI base.

Google Gemini 3.7 Flash: AI for Coding & Business Automation
Google launches Gemini 3.7 Flash, a cost-effective AI model for advanced coding and automating complex business tasks, accelerating enterprise AI development.

APAR Industries Raises ₹2,500 Cr via QIP, Stock Dips 4.38%
APAR Industries successfully raised ₹2,500 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement, allotting shares at ₹14,805 each, despite a 4.38% stock decline on the BSE.

Gulf Oil Giants Invest Billions in New Shipping Routes
Gulf oil nations invest billions in pipelines & infrastructure to bypass Strait of Hormuz risks amid regional conflict. Crude exports plummet.

Nifty Holds 24,265: Bullish Trend Intact, RSI Signals Caution
Nifty closes above key MAs at 24,395, maintaining a bullish outlook. However, RSI moderation suggests caution. Key levels: Support 24,265, Resistance 24,630.

DeepSeek Eyes $74B Valuation, Launches V4 Pro AI Model
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek aims for a $74B valuation with new funding, launching its advanced V4 Pro model and adjusting API pricing significantly.

SBI Raises $500M Bonds Amid Strong Global Demand
State Bank of India’s London branch successfully raised $500M via Regulation S bonds, attracting 145 global investors with a 5.25% coupon rate.

Fino Payments Bank Reports Q1 Net Loss Amid Digital Payments Shift
Fino Payments Bank posts Rs 13.7 crore net loss in Q1 FY24 due to digital payment recalibration and cash business pressures, despite NII growth.

Air India Plans Major Fleet Expansion Amidst Volatility
Air India navigates market volatility with a major fleet expansion, planning to add over 100 aircraft and undergoing a leadership transition.

AMD Plans $5 Billion Bond Sale for AI Demand
AMD plans its largest-ever $5 billion investment-grade bond sale to fund surging demand for AI-driven computing capacity, marking a significant capital raise.

LIC Stake Sale: India’s Largest Offer For Sale Hits ₹31,552 Crore
India’s government successfully sold a 6.5% stake in LIC for ₹31,552 crore, marking the nation’s largest-ever offer for sale and boosting public shareholding.

APAR Industries Raises ₹2,500 Cr Via QIP
APAR Industries successfully completes Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), raising ₹2,500 crores through equity share allotment to bolster financial strength and fuel growth.

Gaja Capital IPO: Target Valuation & Revised Size
Gaja Capital revises IPO to Rs 550 crore, targeting $237M valuation. Learn about the price band, fund allocation, and reasons for the adjustment.

SEBI Expands Accredited Investor Criteria in India
SEBI proposes to significantly expand India’s Accredited Investor pool by introducing securities market assets as a key eligibility criterion, potentially tripling the number of eligible investors.

India Labeled ‘Tier-1’ Hub for China Tariff Evasion by White House
The White House designates India a ‘Tier-1 Diversified Scale Leader’ in a global network used to evade US tariffs on Chinese goods, with significant increases projected by 2025.

Pandora’s Platinum Shift Fuels 55% Stock Surge
Pandora’s strategic move from sterling silver to platinum-plated jewelry has driven a remarkable 55% surge in its stock price over three months. Learn more.

RBI Governor: Central Banks Crucial for Global Financial Stability
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted central banks’ pivotal role in price and financial stability at the BRICS meeting, advocating for enhanced cooperation and local currency trade.

SEBI: Mutual Fund Distributors Must Prioritize Investor Trust
SEBI’s Amarjeet Singh emphasizes ethical practices and transparent risk communication for mutual fund distributors to build and maintain investor trust amid industry growth.

India-US Talks: Tariff Threat Over Russian Oil Imports
India addresses US Senate’s 100% tariff threat on Russian oil imports amidst ongoing, reassuring trade negotiations with Washington.

UltraTech Cement Promoter Sells Rs 2,896 Cr Stake
Pilani Investment and Industries Corporation, an UltraTech Cement promoter, offloaded a 0.85% stake worth Rs 2,896 crore in a significant block deal, reducing its holding.

Anthropic in $6B Deal for Decart AI to Boost Infrastructure
Anthropic PBC in advanced talks to acquire Decart AI for $6 billion, aiming to significantly enhance its AI computing infrastructure and meet growing demand.