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LEAP India IPO: KKR-backed firm to raise Rs 2,480 Cr from Aug 7-11
KKR-backed LEAP India announces Rs 2,480 crore IPO from August 7-11. Discover key details, price band, and valuation.

India Boosts Electronics Investment with Tax Law Amendments
India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amends tax laws, offering global electronics manufacturers enhanced clarity and long-term tax certainty to boost investment.

Top 10 Online Brokers 2026: Forbes Advisor Rankings
Forbes Advisor reveals the top 10 online brokers for 2026 after evaluating over 30 institutions on costs, services, and more. Find the best platform for your needs.

India & Uzbekistan Forge Rare Earths, Pharma Partnership
India and Uzbekistan strengthen economic ties, focusing on rare earth minerals, pharmaceuticals, and technology, signaling a new era of industrial cooperation.

India’s Foreign Investment Surges: First Net Gain in 5 Years
India welcomes a net increase in foreign companies for the first time in five years (FY 2025-26), highlighting renewed international market confidence and investment.

PhonePe Mutual Funds: 5X SIP Growth, 500K Investors
PhonePe Mutual Funds achieves 5X daily SIP growth and attracts over 500K investors, with strong adoption from non-metro areas and younger demographics since its launch.

LIC Stake Sale: Govt to Offload 6.50% via OFS in August 2026
India’s government plans to sell up to 6.50% of LIC equity via an Offer for Sale (OFS) on August 4-5, 2026, to meet SEBI’s public shareholding norms. Floor price set at ₹382.

India to Sell 6.5% LIC Stake, Aiming for ₹31,400 Crore
Indian government plans to divest up to 6.5% of its stake in LIC via Offer for Sale, targeting ₹31,400 crore. Learn about the details and implications.

WhatsApp Glitches Block Video & Image Sharing Globally
WhatsApp users worldwide, particularly in India, experienced major disruptions preventing video and image sharing due to widespread app glitches. Reports surged on Downdetector.

Wimbledon 2026 Ads: Linear TV Up 30%, CTV Expands Reach
Wimbledon 2026 saw a 30% surge in linear TV ad volume. Connected TV (CTV) expanded reach with more advertisers and categories, led by mutual funds.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Box Office Success in India
Spider-Man: Brand New Day starring Tom Holland continues its box office dominance in India, drawing significant crowds and robust collections on its fifth day.

Aegeus Technologies SME IPO: ₹24 Cr Issue Opens Aug 4
Aegeus Technologies launches its SME IPO on Aug 4-6, 2026, aiming to raise ₹24 Cr. Explore details on lot size, investment, and listing on BSE & NSE.

ONGC Expands India’s Strategic Oil Reserves in Mangaluru
ONGC is building a 1.75 million tonnes petroleum storage facility in Mangaluru, significantly boosting India’s strategic oil reserves for enhanced energy security.

India’s 2026 Tax Bill: Easing Rules for Offshore Funds
India’s 2026 Taxation Bill simplifies tax rules for offshore investment funds, removing strict criteria to attract global managers and boost capital inflows.

India-Uzbekistan Trade Goal: $5 Billion Target Set
India and Uzbekistan aim to reach $5 billion in bilateral trade, up from $1.3 billion, driven by a new investment treaty and FTA plans. Focus on pharma, IT, mining.

Juniper Green Energy IPO Fully Subscribed: Rs 1800 Cr Issue Oversubscribed
Juniper Green Energy’s Rs 1800 crore IPO fully subscribed on August 3, 2026, driven by strong QIB interest. Retail investors subscribed 28%.

US Visa Bond: $20K for 50 Nations, India Exempt
The US has permanently implemented a $20,000 visa bond for B-1/B-2 applicants from 50 countries to curb overstays. India is currently exempt from this policy.

India Overhauls Offshore Fund Tax to Boost Local Management
India’s new tax bill aims to exempt offshore funds’ global income and streamline domestic fund management eligibility, boosting investor appeal.

Fusion CX IPO-Bound: Profit Soars 128% to Rs 169.84 Cr
Fusion CX Ltd. reports a 128% YoY profit surge to Rs 169.84 Cr for FY26, ahead of its Rs 1,000 Cr IPO. Revenue up 36.8%, EBITDA jumps 66.8%.

Gen Z Favors Daily Micro-SIPs Over Monthly Mutual Funds
Discover how Gen Z is revolutionizing investments with daily micro-SIPs as low as Rs 50, moving beyond traditional monthly mutual fund plans.

India’s Digital Signage Market: Invidis VIP Tour
Explore India’s booming digital signage market with Invidis’ exclusive VIP tour in Mumbai, Sept 14-15, 2026. Insights for EMEA executives.

Franklin Templeton Launches New Short-Term Debt Fund
Franklin Templeton India introduces the Franklin India Short Term Fund, an open-ended debt scheme. NFO open Aug 5-11, 2026. Minimum Rs 5,000.

Indian Stocks Rally: Sensex Up 0.70%, Nifty Jumps 1.60%
Indian equity markets close higher, boosted by easing geopolitical tensions and FII inflows. Nifty sees a late surge due to SEBI’s new Closing Auction Session.

Jindal Stainless Profit Surges; Mastek Partners for Healthcare AI
Jindal Stainless reports a 7.73% profit rise in Q1FY27 to Rs 769.36 crore. Mastek Inc. partners with Innovaccer for healthcare AI transformation.

Franklin Templeton India Launches New Short-Term Debt Fund
Franklin Templeton India introduces the Franklin India Short Term Fund, an open-ended debt scheme focused on income generation and prudent risk management with a Macaulay duration of 1-3 years.

India Eases Offshore Fund Tax Rules to Attract Capital
India proposes revised tax rules for offshore funds with local managers, aiming to simplify compliance and significantly boost foreign investment inflow.

UPL Profit Rebounds in Q1FY27; Golkunda Diamonds Enters India
UPL reports a strong Q1FY27 profit turnaround, while Golkunda Diamonds & Jewellery launches in the Indian domestic market. Discover the latest business and market news.

Amir Chand Jagdish, Texmaco Rail Lead Q1 Earnings Growth
Amir Chand Jagdish’s profit surged 94.16% and Texmaco Rail’s PAT rose 85.93% in Q1 June 2026, alongside growth from GPT Healthcare and Noida Toll Bridge Co.

NIFTY50, SENSEX Surge Over 2% in July, Outperforming Global Markets
India’s NIFTY50 & SENSEX gained over 2% in July 2026, outperforming KOSPI, Nikkei, and NASDAQ. FII buying and a stable Rupee fueled the rally.

India’s $1.5T Wealth Transfer: Succession Risks Exposed
India faces a $1.5 trillion wealth transfer. With 36% of family businesses lacking succession plans, founder resistance and short-term focus threaten continuity.