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India M&A: Mid-Market Deals Surge, Billion-Dollar Transactions Decline
India’s M&A market sees a strategic shift as mid-market deals drive consolidation, despite a notable decrease in billion-dollar transactions. Explore the changing landscape.

India’s Trade Threat: Cheap Chinese Imports Surge Globally
India faces a surge of cheap Chinese imports as the US reduces consumption, pushing China’s excess production to new markets and threatening domestic manufacturing.

India Equity Mutual Fund AUM Hits Record; Bihar Lags
India’s equity mutual fund AUM soared to a record ₹48.5 lakh crore in July 2026, fueled by SIPs. However, Bihar shows a significant lag in AUM despite rising investor numbers.

India Attracts $72.8B via RBI Swap Facility
India’s RBI swap facility attracted $72.8B in dollar inflows by Aug 21, 2026, primarily from FCNR(B) deposits, leading to an adjusted acceptance deadline.

SEBI Tightens Online Bond Platform Claims for Investor Protection
SEBI proposes stricter regulations on online bond platform claims to enhance investor protection and transparency in India’s digital bond market.

Mom’s Belief IPO: Rs 41 Cr Raise for Expansion on Sept 1
Rays of Belief Ltd, operator of Mom’s Belief, launches its IPO on Sept 1, 2026, aiming to raise Rs 41.36 crore for expanding neurodevelopmental care centers across India.

Freedom Oils IPO: GEF Files DRHP for 4.11 Cr Share OFS
Gemini Edibles & Fats India Ltd. (Freedom Oils) files DRHP for an IPO, featuring an Offer for Sale (OFS) of up to 4.11 crore equity shares by existing shareholders.

ABH Healthcare IPO: Rs 34.98 Cr Issue Opens Aug 22
ABH Healthcare launches its Rs 34.98 crore SME IPO on August 22, offering 34.29 lakh shares at Rs 96-102. Funds to reduce debt & boost working capital.

Gillette India, MCX Among 8 Companies Trading Ex-Dividend Next Week
Gillette India, MCX, and six other major companies will trade ex-dividend from August 24-28, 2026. Investors can expect profit payouts. Learn more about upcoming dividends.

SEBI Reviews Issue Proceeds Framework for Better Transparency
SEBI is enhancing its issue proceeds framework to improve disclosure timeliness and compliance for Indian companies, empowering investors with better information.

Gemini Edibles & Fats India Files IPO for 4.11 Crore Shares
Gemini Edibles & Fats India (GEF) files for an IPO, offering 4.11 crore shares via an offer-for-sale. Key investors and promoters to divest stakes.

India Equity Mutual Fund AUM Hits Record ₹48.5 Lakh Crore
India’s equity mutual fund AUM surged to a record ₹48.5 lakh crore in July, dominating 56% of the industry AAUM, fueled by strong active scheme performance.

Mom’s Belief Parent Eyes IPO: 52.30 Lakh Shares on Sept 1
Rays of Belief Ltd, parent of Mom’s Belief, launches IPO on Sept 1, 2026, offering 52.30 lakh equity shares to fund expansion with 319 new centers by FY29.

Shillong Fuel Crisis: Assam-Meghalaya Tensions Halt Supplies
Shillong faces a severe fuel shortage due to escalating Assam-Meghalaya tensions, halting petrol & diesel supplies and causing panic buying. Learn more.

Indian Large-Caps Shine: 5 Firms See 100%+ Profit Growth Q1 FY27
Discover the 5 Indian large-cap companies, including JSW Steel & Eternal, that reported over 100% YoY profit growth in Q1 FY27, driven by strong market performance.

Uttar Pradesh Leads India’s Crypto Market in Q2 2026
Uttar Pradesh emerges as India’s top crypto market in Q2 2026, capturing 12.9% of total investment, surpassing traditional hubs. Maharashtra and Karnataka follow.

RBI Forex Swap Draws $72.85B: FCNR(B) Deposits Lead
The Reserve Bank of India’s special USD-INR forex swap facility attracted $72.85 billion in inflows, with FCNR(B) deposits accounting for the majority.

Gaja IPO Allotment Aug 24: Subscribed 31x, GMP +19
Gaja Alternative IPO allotment on Aug 24, 2026, after 31.33x subscription. Grey Market Premium (GMP) at +19, indicating strong investor interest.

India’s Alternative Investment Market to Hit $2 Trillion by 2034
India’s alternative investment market is set to surge past $2 trillion by 2034, fueled by HNI wealth and active family office strategies, according to EY & Julius Baer.

Laxmi India Finance Sets 29th AGM for Sept 16, 2026
Laxmi India Finance announces its 29th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 16, 2026. Shareholders to review the FY25-26 Annual Report virtually.

PTC India Shares Dip 0.31% to ₹156.56
PTC India’s stock closed at ₹156.56 on August 21, 2026, marking a 0.31% decline. Explore key trading metrics and recent performance.

Y Combinator Sells Meesho Stake for ₹957.5 Crore
Y Combinator to sell 1.05% stake in Meesho for ₹957.5 crore on Aug 22, 2026, at a 4% discount. Kotak to broker the block deal.

RBI Forex Swap Attracts $72.85B Inflows
RBI’s special USD-INR forex swap facility secured $72.85 billion in inflows by Aug 21, 2026, primarily through FCNR(B) deposits, boosting India’s foreign currency reserves.

PNGRB Approves ₹7,000 Cr LPG Pipeline Expansion: GAIL to Build 1,800 Km
India’s PNGRB sanctions 1,800 km LPG pipeline expansion by GAIL, investing ₹7,000 crore to boost national energy infrastructure and reduce road transport reliance.

China Luxury Sales Drop: Tax Crackdown Hits Affluent Shoppers
China’s luxury market faces a significant downturn as a tax crackdown on wealthy shoppers leads to over 10% sales drop for top brands in July.

Mamata Machinery Patents Quadra 600 Amidst Q1 Loss
Mamata Machinery secures Indian patent for Quadra 600 BOPP bag machine, strengthening IP despite a Q1 FY27 net loss of Rs 3.47 crore.

Mom’s Belief Parent Rays of Belief Eyes IPO for Expansion
Rays of Belief, parent of Mom’s Belief, launches IPO on Sept 1 to fund 319 new centers across India by FY29, focusing on Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

India-Mauritius Fuel Deal: IOC to Supply All Imports
India and Mauritius sign a 5-year fuel pact. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) will supply all of Mauritius’s petrol, diesel, and ATF imports, strengthening energy ties.

Edelweiss CEO: Crypto Risks for Indian Investors
Edelweiss Mutual Fund CEO Radhika Gupta warns Indian investors about significant regulatory risks and speculative volatility in cryptocurrency. Advises balanced portfolio.

India Sugar Prices Soar: Retail Up 20%, Wholesale Up 30%
India’s sugar prices surge dramatically: retail up 20%, wholesale up 30% in a month due to tighter supply and crop damage concerns. Government intervenes with duty-free imports.