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Mutual Funds Suspend IDCW Subscriptions: 36 Schemes Affected
JM Financial & Aditya Birla Sun Life MF halt new IDCW subscriptions in 36 schemes following SEBI directives. Learn about the impact on investors and existing plans.

Shiprocket IPO: ₹727 Cr Anchor Funding Secured
E-commerce platform Shiprocket raises ₹727.41 Cr from anchor investors at ₹97/share ahead of its ₹1,618 Cr IPO opening August 12, 2026.

LEAP India IPO Allotment Today: GMP Hits ₹13, Listing Aug 14
LEAP India IPO allotment status expected today, Aug 12. Grey Market Premium (GMP) at ₹13/share. Listing on Aug 14. Subscription details inside.

NIFTY50 Eyes 24,400 Support Amid Global Cues
Indian equity benchmarks NIFTY50 and SENSEX anticipate a flat opening, with NIFTY50 eyeing 24,400 support amid mixed global market cues and oil price concerns.

SGB 2018-19 Series VI: 361% Return on Premature Redemption
Sovereign Gold Bond 2018-19 Series VI offers a remarkable 361.1% return via premature redemption. RBI sets price at ₹15,102 per unit.

Shiprocket IPO Opens: Rs 92-97 Price Band, Aims Rs 1,617 Cr
Shiprocket’s IPO is live! Priced at Rs 92-97 per share, the logistics tech company aims to raise Rs 1,617.48 crore. Anchor investors subscribed Rs 727.41 crore.

Indian Firms’ High FY26 Dividends: Sustainability Questioned
Five Indian companies reported exceptionally high FY26 dividend payout ratios. Equitymaster analysis questions the long-term sustainability of these distributions.

Ardee Industries IPO Lists Today: 27% Premium on BSE/NSE
Ardee Industries IPO lists today, August 12, 2026, on BSE & NSE. Grey Market Premium (GMP) signals a strong 27.36% premium, with high subscription rates across investor categories.

Govt Extends E-Two-Wheeler Incentives Until 2028
India extends electric two-wheeler incentives under PM E-DRIVE until March 31, 2028, aiming to boost EV adoption with structured financial support.

SBI Chairman: AI Banking for Rural India, SMEs & Farmers
SBI Chairman CS Setty champions AI-led banking for rural India, small businesses, and farmers, emphasizing enhanced credit access and risk assessment at FIBAC 2026.

Equity Mutual Fund Inflows Drop 42% to Rs 25,000 Cr
Equity mutual fund inflows saw a sharp 42% decline, falling to Rs 25,000 crore. Discover what this means for investors and market trends.

India Cement Firms Diverge: Costs Rise, US R&D Faces Cuts
Indian cement giants show mixed results amid rising costs. Meanwhile, proposed US R&D cuts could impact global productivity and innovation.

4G Phones See Resurgence Amidst Rising Smartphone Prices
Budget shoppers are turning back to 4G phones as affordable 5G options dwindle due to increasing smartphone manufacturing costs. Explore the market shift.

RBI Governor: AI to Revolutionize Lending Like UPI
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra believes AI can transform India’s lending sector, similar to UPI’s impact on payments. He encourages banks to adopt AI for broader credit access.

Sebi Rules Cut Retail F&O Losses in FY26
Sebi’s new regulations significantly reduced retail investor losses in the F&O segment to ₹91,685 crore in FY26, despite a dip in participation and a slight rise in average per-investor loss.

Navarro: Trump, Modi to Resolve US Tariff Tensions on India
Peter Navarro, ex-Trump advisor, is confident US President Trump and PM Modi will resolve trade tensions over potential US tariffs on India, particularly concerning Russian oil imports.

Private vs. Public Hospitals India: Cost 7.6x Higher
Discover the staggering 7.6x cost difference between private and public hospital bills in India. Over 60% of families face billing issues. Learn more!

Higher FD Rates: Small Finance Banks Boost Returns
Unlock higher returns on your Fixed Deposits! Discover how Small Finance Banks offer up to 8.10% interest, significantly boosting your earnings compared to lower rates. Learn more!

Mahindra Last Mile Mobility Achieves Unicorn Status at $1.24B
Mahindra Last Mile Mobility (MLMM) secures $1.24B valuation, achieving unicorn status after a ₹322 crore funding round. IPO eyed for late 2027.

US Court Dismisses Bribery Case Against Gautam Adani
A US federal judge in New York has dismissed a nearly two-year-old criminal case alleging bribery and fraud against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, citing lack of evidence and foreign jurisdiction.

Delhi Police Busts ₹15.7 Cr Cyber Fraud Ring Across India
Delhi Police dismantled a pan-India cyber fraud network, arresting 9 individuals involved in scams totaling over ₹15.71 crore, linked to 34 investor complaints.

Indian Stocks Dip: Nifty 50 & Sensex Fall on Aug 12
Indian equity markets, Nifty 50 and Sensex, saw a decline on August 12, 2026, influenced by mixed Q1 FY27 earnings reports and significant corporate updates.

Indian Markets Dip: Realty, FMCG Drag; Q1 FY27 Results In
Indian stock indices fell today, led by realty and FMCG stocks. Zee Entertainment’s Q1 FY27 net profit dropped 48.3%. Info Edge shows strong billing growth.

International Funds: Why Invest Beyond Recent Returns?
Before investing in international funds, SEBI advisor M. Pattabiraman urges Indian investors to assess motivations beyond recent returns. Ask: Would you still invest if returns were hidden?

EPF Interest Rate FY26: 8.25% Explained
EPFO announces 8.25% interest for FY26. Discover how your monthly EPF balance impacts your actual earnings with our detailed breakdown.

EPF 2026: Accessing Your PF After Job Loss
Understand EPF Scheme 2026 rules for job loss: learn about immediate withdrawal limits (75%) and conditions for accessing the remaining 25% balance after 12 months.

Tata Banking Fund Outperforms Peers Amidst Sector Volatility
Discover how the Tata Banking & Financial Services Fund led its peers with a -0.9% return, despite sector-wide volatility. Learn about sector fund risks and short-term performance.

3 Stocks for 10% Gains: Choice Equity Broking Picks
Choice Equity Broking identifies Poly Medicure, Ather Energy, and Cohance Lifesciences as top stock picks for potential 10% gains, navigating market downturns.

Bank of India Small Cap Fund Tops 3-Month Returns at 13%
Bank of India Small Cap Fund leads with a 13.0% return in 3 months (Aug 2026). Discover top-performing small-cap and tech funds.

8th Pay Commission: Doubling Increment to Boost Govt Salaries
Central govt employees anticipate significant salary hikes with the 8th Pay Commission potentially doubling annual increments to 6%, adding lakhs over a decade. Learn more!