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Mirae Asset Venture Fund II Raises ₹1,125 Cr in First Close
Mirae Asset Venture Opportunity Fund II successfully closes its first round at ₹1,125 crore, targeting high-growth Indian tech, AI, and manufacturing companies.

India Auto Ancillary Sector Growth: 8-9% by FY27
India’s auto ancillary industry to reach ₹10.6 trillion by FY27, growing at 8-9%. Driven by OEM demand, increased component content, and localization.

Tata Stocks Rise: Chandrasekaran to Exit by 2027
Tata Group stocks rebound as Chairman N. Chandrasekaran confirms his departure by February 2027, following a board reappointment impasse.

Shiprocket Secures ₹727 Cr Pre-IPO Funding
E-commerce platform Shiprocket raises ₹727.41 crore from anchor investors at ₹97 per share, ahead of its upcoming IPO. 50 investors participated.

Sebi Overhauls Accredited Investor Rules in India
Sebi proposes simplifying accredited investor status in India, extending validity and broadening eligibility to boost market participation. Public comments due Sept 3.

India’s Gold Imports Rise 4.77%, Silver Dips 66% Post Duty Hike
India’s gold imports climbed 4.77% to $4.16B in July, while silver imports plunged 66.1% to $171.68M following a significant customs duty increase.

India’s West Asia Exports Rise 8.62% in July
India’s exports to West Asia surged 8.62% to $5.7 billion in July, driven by UAE growth and strategic port shifts despite global uncertainties.

Technocraft Industries Q1 Profit Soars 68% to ₹133.69 Cr
Technocraft Industries (India) reports a remarkable 68.38% jump in Q1 net profit to ₹133.69 crore, driven by strong revenue growth and improved margins.

Gaja Capital IPO: India’s First Listed PE Firm Launches ₹550 Cr Offering
Gaja Capital announces a ₹550 crore IPO, marking India’s first listed private equity firm. Details on subscription, price band, and listing date.

Shein Loses UK Copyright Lawsuit to Temu, Faces Compensation
UK court rules fast fashion giant Shein infringed copyright against Temu, ordering compensation for removed product listings. Setback for Shein’s IPO plans.

India Mutual Funds Hit Record AUM, SIPs Strong Despite Equity Dip
India’s mutual fund industry reaches record AUM of ₹85.76 lakh crore in July 2026, driven by strong SIPs, even as equity inflows see a 15% dip.

Sonu Nigam Buys Andheri Office for Rs 1 Crore
Playback singer Sonu Nigam has acquired a commercial office space in Andheri West for Rs 1 crore, following recent land sales in Karjat. Details inside.

Super Top-Up Health Cover: Your Guide to Rising Healthcare Costs
Healthcare costs are rising. Discover how a super top-up health cover provides essential financial protection beyond your basic insurance policy.

Air India Resumes Salary Hikes Oct 1 Amid Market Challenges
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson announces salary increments resume Oct 1, a positive step despite market headwinds and fleet transformation goals.

MSCI India Index Rejig: New Stocks Added, Others Removed
MSCI India Index sees a major reshuffle with 4 new stocks added and 3 removed effective August 31, 2026. Learn about the key changes impacting the Indian market.

SEBI Overhauls SME IPO Rules: Valuations Up to ₹4,000 Cr
SEBI proposes major SME IPO framework changes, allowing companies up to ₹4,000 crore valuation to list on SME platforms. Key reforms discussed.

Spectrum Electrical: Preferential Issue Details Corrigendum
Spectrum Electrical Industries Limited issued an EGM corrigendum on Aug 13, 2026, clarifying preferential issue details, fund deployment in money market instruments, and allottee status.

Muthoot FinCorp IPO: Rs 3,000 Cr to Boost Capital & Lending
Muthoot FinCorp files DRHP for a Rs. 3,000 crore IPO to strengthen Tier-1 capital and fund lending growth, leveraging its diversified gold loan business.

RBI’s LRS: Your Guide to Remitting Funds Abroad
Understand the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). Learn how resident Indians can remit up to USD 250,000 annually for education, investments, and more.

SEBI’s MF Lite: Simplifying Passive Funds in India
SEBI introduces ‘MF Lite’ framework, easing passive mutual fund regulations in India. Lower sponsor net worth, increased competition, and reduced investor costs expected.

India’s UPI Ecosystem Attracts $5.8B Funding Since 2021
India’s UPI ecosystem has secured $5.8 billion in equity funding across 371 rounds since 2021, signaling robust growth and investment in the nation’s digital payments sector.

India’s Monsoon Session: 11 Bills Passed, FCRA Deferred
India’s Parliament passed 11 crucial bills in the Monsoon Session, covering taxation and banking. The FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, was deferred for further review.

India Fixed Income: Active Trading in Corporate Bonds
India’s fixed income market, including corporate bonds and government securities, saw active trading on August 13th, with specific bonds like REC, Adani Airports, SIDBI, and NHB in demand on NSE.

Rupee Falls 12 Paise to 95.45 Amid West Asia Tensions & FII Outflows
Indian Rupee depreciates by 12 paise to close at 95.45 against the US dollar, influenced by West Asia geopolitical tensions and significant FII capital outflows.

L&T Finance Raises ₹200 Cr via Private Placement NCDs
L&T Finance successfully raised ₹200 crore through the private placement of 200 subordinated, unsecured NCDs with a 3653-day tenor and an 8.20% coupon rate.

Indian Markets Mixed: Sensex Up, Nifty Down Amid Geopolitics
Indian equity benchmarks closed mixed Thursday. Sensex gained, Nifty fell, influenced by geopolitical tensions and FII selling. Market insights inside.

Navi Ltd. IPO: $315M Raise at $2B Valuation
Fintech startup Navi Ltd., co-founded by Sachin Bansal, plans a $315 million IPO in India at a $2 billion valuation, aiming for a December prospectus submission.

CXMT Overtakes Tencent: China’s New Most Valuable Company
CXMT Corp. now leads China’s market with a $524B valuation, surpassing Tencent ($510B) due to surging AI demand for memory chips.

Stock Picks: Vedanta, HDFC Bank, Lenskart – Buy, Sell, Hold
Market experts share “Buy, Sell, or Hold” stock recommendations for Vedanta, HDFC Bank, Lenskart, and more on NDTV Profit. Get expert insights.

F&O Market: Trader Numbers Drop, Average Losses Hit 5-Year High
India’s F&O market saw a significant drop in retail traders in FY26, with average losses per trader reaching a five-year high. Learn more about the market trends.