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India Sugar Market: No Shortage, Says ISMA Amid Festive Demand
ISMA clarifies India faces no actual sugar shortage. Market tightness is due to festive buying and global supply constraints, not a deficit.
RBI Rate Hike Likely: MPC Minutes Signal Policy Shift
RBI’s MPC minutes suggest a potential rate hike in October or December due to normalizing inflation. India’s economy shows mixed growth and rising price pressures.
SEBI Launches IT Resilience Index for Market Infrastructure
SEBI introduces a new IT Resilience Index and framework to bolster IT systems, ensuring reliability and cybersecurity for Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) in India.
SEBI Launches IT Resilience Index for Indian Markets
SEBI introduces IT Resilience Index for Market Infrastructure Institutions, enhancing system reliability and preventing disruptions in India’s securities market.
Indian Markets Dip: Iran Sanctions & High Crude Oil Prices Impact
Indian equity indices Sensex & Nifty closed lower Monday due to geopolitical tensions, US sanctions on Iran, and elevated crude oil prices impacting investor sentiment.
India’s First Tokenized Bond: REC Pilot in September
India gears up for its first tokenized corporate bond issuance in September, with REC piloting the blockchain-based securities program. Learn about the details and implications.
US Dollar Net Longs Fall: Speculators Cut Positions
Large speculators significantly reduced US dollar net long positions in futures by 2,330 contracts to 19,079 by August 18, 2026, signaling a shift in market sentiment.
Maxgrow, Pace Digitek, Augmont: Indian Firms Drive Growth
Maxgrow India, Pace Digitek, and Augmont Enterprises report strong financial results and new wins, showcasing dynamic corporate activity in India’s business landscape.
Patel Integrated Logistics Cuts Dividend to 2% for FY26
Patel Integrated Logistics Board revises final dividend for FY26 to 2% (Rs.0.20) per share, down from 4% (Rs.0.40), citing equity buy-back impact.
JPMorgan Unit Claims SEBI Breach Was Technical, Not Manipulation
JPMorgan Chase subsidiary Copthall Mauritius Investment Ltd. argues its SEBI non-compliance was technical, not manipulative, challenging India’s market regulator’s ban.
Rupee Gains 1 Paisa vs USD Amid Softer Dollar Demand
Indian Rupee strengthens by 1 paisa to 95.70 against the US Dollar, boosted by softer demand and positive foreign trade policy updates.
MP Steel IPO: Rs 95 Crore Fresh Issue Filed with SEBI
MP Steel Limited files Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI for an IPO, including a Rs 95 crore fresh issue for expansion and working capital. Learn more about their plans.
India Passive Investing AUM to Hit ₹13.73 Lakh Cr by 2026
India’s passive investing AUM is set to reach ₹13.73 lakh crore by March 2026, driven by strong inflows, diversification, and rising investor participation.
Tempsons Instruments IPO Oversubscribed 184x
Tempsons Instruments IPO closes with massive 184.16x subscription, drawing huge investor interest across all categories. Details inside.
SBI Magnum Equity Fund NFO Raises ₹1,154 Cr: India’s Largest SIF
SBI Mutual Fund’s Magnum Equity Ex-Top 100 Long Short Fund NFO collects a record ₹1,154 crore, becoming India’s largest equity-oriented SIF collection. Discover its unique strategy.
Indian Markets Dip: Geopolitics & Crude Oil Prices Impact Stocks
Indian equity benchmarks, Sensex & Nifty, fell on Monday due to geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, impacting investor confidence and risk appetite.
Mirae Asset Sharekhan: 11 BFSI Stocks for Long-Term Investment
Mirae Asset Sharekhan recommends 11 BFSI stocks for long-term growth, citing strong Q1 FY27 results, cleaned balance sheets, and improved margins.
Oswal Pumps Stock Plummets 51% Below IPO Price
Oswal Pumps Ltd shares have dropped over 51% from their IPO price, closing at Rs 296.35 a year after listing, amid a significant financial decline.
Mutual Funds vs PMS: Why Experts Advise Against PMS for Rs 1.2 Cr Portfolios
Financial experts recommend low-cost mutual funds over Portfolio Management Services (PMS) for large portfolios like Rs 1.2 crore, citing tax inefficiencies and lack of true customization.
Gold Loans: India’s Shift to Planned Financial Tool
Discover how gold loans in India are evolving from emergency funds to strategic financial tools, driven by rising gold prices and NBFC growth.
Sumax Engineering IPO: Rs 53.40 Cr Issue Opens Aug 25
Sumax Engineering launches IPO to raise Rs 53.40 crore, offering 52.87 lakh shares at Rs 95-101. Subscription opens August 25, 2026.
Motilal Oswal AMC Updates Fund Management for Focused & Balanced Advantage Funds
Motilal Oswal AMC revises fund management for Focused Fund and Balanced Advantage Fund, effective August 24, 2026. Learn about the key leadership changes.
Complete Sports & Management India IPO Opens Aug 28, 2026
Complete Sports & Management India (CSML) IPO opens August 28, 2026. Learn about their expansion plans, financial performance, and IPO details.
Tata Power’s 190.5 MW FDRE Project Boosts India’s Clean Energy
Tata Power Renewable Energy commissions 190.5 MW solar FDRE project in Rajasthan, integrating advanced storage for India’s clean energy transition.
BLS International Stock Plunges 13% Amid Visa Allegations
BLS International shares dropped 13% to ₹236.85 on August 24, 2026, nearing a 52-week low despite the company refuting visa irregularity claims.
Zomato’s Remarkable Comeback: From IPO Crash to ₹3 Lakh Crore Market Cap
Explore Zomato’s incredible journey from a 70% post-IPO crash to surpassing a ₹3 lakh crore market cap, driven by strategic moves and Blinkit’s growth.
Sensex, Nifty Dip Amid Geopolitical Tensions & US Sanctions
Indian markets fell on Aug 24, 2026, as Sensex dropped 172 points and Nifty closed below 24,250 due to Iran tensions and looming US sanctions.
US Debt Crisis: $40 Trillion Impact on Indian Finances
Discover how America’s $40 trillion debt is affecting Indian investments, causing lower returns and higher inflation, impacting personal finance.
India Mutual Fund AUM Hits ₹73.73 Lakh Cr: 18.6% CAGR Growth
India’s mutual fund industry sees AUM surge to ₹73.73 lakh crore by March 2026, driven by an 18.6% CAGR and increasing financialization of savings.
Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Dips as Financials Drag; Metals, IT Show Resilience | 24 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Nifty 50 finished Monday’s session lower at 24182.80, declining by 69.20 points. Financial stocks were the primary drag, while Metal and IT sectors offered some support. This marked a cautious start to the week for Indian equities.