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September 2026 Tax Deadlines India: TDS, Advance Tax & More
Don’t miss September 2026 income tax deadlines in India! Key dates for TDS, TCS, advance tax, and audit reports. Stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Purple Style Labs IPO: ₹680 Cr Issue Opens Aug 31
Purple Style Labs launches ₹680 crore IPO from Aug 31-Sep 2, 2026. Grey Market Premium at ₹28 suggests strong investor interest. Listing on Sep 7.

Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra Addresses Lender Concerns
Essel Group Chairman Subhash Chandra reassures lenders on settling dues amid challenges to the group’s repayment plan. Details on personal guarantees and NCLT sanction.

Lenders Challenge NCLT Approval of Subhash Chandra Repayment Plan
Lenders formally challenge NCLT approval of Subhash Chandra’s repayment plan, initiating a judicial review of the resolution process. Critical development in debt resolution.

Indian Markets Extend Losses: FII Selling, Global Cues Impact Sensex & Nifty
Indian benchmarks Sensex & Nifty face longest losing streak in 5 months due to FII selling, rising global yields, and geopolitical tensions. DIIs offer support.

Air India Adds 4th Dreamliner to Boost International Flights
Air India welcomes its fourth Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, VT-AWD, enhancing international routes and passenger comfort as part of a major fleet modernization. Discover the new cabin experience.

Pakistan & Saudi Arabia Aim for $3B Agri-Food Exports
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia forge a strategic partnership to boost Pakistan’s agri-food exports to $3 billion within two years, focusing on rice, meat, and fruits.

Mahle Eyes $300M-$400M IPO in Mumbai
German auto parts giant Mahle GmbH is reviving plans for a Mumbai IPO, aiming to raise $300M-$400M, capitalizing on India’s booming market and strong investor demand.

Indian Markets Await GDP, Auto Sales Data for Direction
Indian equity markets consolidate as investors anticipate Q1 FY27 GDP growth and August auto sales data for economic direction. Key domestic and global factors are at play.

Vadodara Businessman Loses ₹1.53 Cr in Digital Arrest Scam
A Vadodara businessman and his mother lost ₹1.53 crore to a ‘digital arrest’ scam. Fraudsters posed as SBI officials and Mumbai Cybercrime police, using fake threats to extort money.

Sitharaman Urges US Firms to Invest in India’s AI, Defense, Agri Sectors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met US business leaders in Chicago, highlighting India’s potential for investment in AI, defense, and agriculture.

Bira 91 Faces Insolvency Over Rs 11.77 Cr Bottle Dues
Bira 91 (B9 Beverages) faces insolvency threat from Hindusthan National Glass over Rs 11.77 crore in unpaid bottle dues. A Section 8 notice has been issued.

Tata Short Term Fund NAV Hits ₹29.92: Moderate Risk Investment
Tata Short Term Fund Direct-IDCW NAV reaches ₹29.92. Explore this moderate-risk debt fund for consistent income and capital appreciation.

India Eyes 7% Growth in FY27 Despite Global Challenges
India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman projects 7% growth for FY27, highlighting government strategies to manage global supply chain disruptions and attract investment.

SBI Group Sells 1% Stake in NSE’s Rs 30,000 Crore IPO
State Bank of India and SBI Capital Markets will divest a combined 1% stake in the National Stock Exchange’s massive Rs 30,000 crore IPO, signaling a strategic move.

India’s Fertiliser Ministry Tackles Shortages with New Tech
India’s Fertiliser Ministry launches an advanced analytical tool and dashboard for real-time tracking of dispatches and inventories to combat shortages and improve distribution.

IPO Boom: 37% Below Issue Price – What to Check
India’s IPO market raised ₹22,400 Cr by Aug 2026, but 37% of new listings fell below issue price. Learn crucial checks before investing.

Ukraine Defence Minister Seeks Early EU Loan Release
Ukraine’s Defence Minister Yevhenii Khmara plans to present a clear strategy to international partners for early release of an EU loan to fund the ongoing conflict.

SBI to Dilute 1% Stake in NSE’s Rs 30,000 Cr IPO
State Bank of India and SBI Capital Markets plan to divest up to 1% in the National Stock Exchange’s massive Rs 30,000 crore IPO, impacting their holdings.

NSE Cash Volumes Drop to 5-Month Low After SEBI Auction Rule Changes
NSE cash volumes fell to a five-month low in August 2026 following SEBI’s new Closing Auction Session rules, impacting daily turnover and price discovery.

HDFC Bank Stock Plummets: Fund Managers Exit Amidst Woes
HDFC Bank shares hit multi-year lows, down 25% in a year. Fund managers are reducing exposure due to weak performance, governance concerns, and CEO succession uncertainty.

India’s IBC: Wealth Transfer & Corporate Concentration Concerns
India’s IBC, designed for debt resolution, faces criticism for enabling public wealth transfer and increasing corporate concentration, as seen in the Subhash Chandra case.

SBI to Sell 1% Stake in NSE’s ₹30,000 Cr IPO
State Bank of India and subsidiary SBI Capital Markets will divest up to 1% in the NSE’s massive ₹30,000 crore IPO, confirmed Chairman C.S. Setty.

Aditya Birla MF Appoints New Fund Managers for 5 Schemes
Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund changes fund managers for five key schemes, including Aggressive Hybrid Omni FoF. Kartikeya Singh takes over from Vinod Bhat.

BRICS Summit Skyrockets Delhi Luxury Hotel Prices
The BRICS Summit in Delhi is causing luxury hotel rates to surge into six figures per night, creating shortages and impacting travel plans.

Vizag Loan Scam: Rs 35 Lakh Lost to Fake Offers
Beware! Cybercriminals in Visakhapatnam scammed 20+ people out of Rs 35 Lakh using fake loan offers on social media. Learn how they operate and protect yourself.

India Eyes 5 More Russian S-400 Air Defense Systems
Russia proposes five additional S-400 air defense squadrons to India, a deal potentially exceeding Rs 50,000 crore, to bolster national security.

Google Maps Renames Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America’ for US Users
Google Maps now labels Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ for US users, following a US government directive and Alphabet Inc.’s policy on geographically distinct water body names.

Indian Students: UG in India, PG Abroad for Career Growth
Discover the rising trend of Indian students pursuing undergraduate degrees in India and postgraduate studies abroad for enhanced career prospects and global exposure.

SEBI Greenlights Mutual Funds for Gold, Silver ETFs from 2026
SEBI permits non-debt active mutual funds to invest in gold & silver ETFs starting April 1, 2026, offering new diversification and hedging opportunities.