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Groww Stock Dips 2.25% Amidst Strong Growth Metrics
Groww shares fell 2.25% to ₹196.20 on Aug 21, 2026. Despite the daily dip, the company shows strong long-term growth, with significant QoQ profit increases and YoY revenue gains.
India’s Lending: Distributed Risk Model Revolution
India’s lending sector evolves to a distributed risk model, with banks, NBFCs, fintechs, and tech platforms collaborating for specialized roles and enhanced efficiency.
ED Raids Mumbai: Rs 113 Cr Crypto Ponzi Scheme Uncovered
Enforcement Directorate raids Mumbai & Thane, seizing Rs 1 crore cash in Rs 113.10 crore crypto Ponzi scam involving Money Trade Coin and alleged mastermind Amit Lakhanpal.
GIFT City: India’s HNI Gateway to Global Investments
Indian HNIs are leveraging GIFT City for global investments, embracing portfolio-led wealth management for diversification and risk mitigation.
UPI Dominates India’s Capital Markets: Rs 3.24 Lakh Cr Transactions
UPI processed 23.1 crore transactions worth Rs 3.24 lakh crore in India’s capital markets (Oct ’25-Mar ’26), highlighting its crucial role in broking, IPOs, and mutual funds.
India’s UPI Reforms: Fees, US Pressure, and Digital Payments
India’s $4T UPI system may introduce fees on commercial transactions amid US scrutiny, aiming for sustainability while keeping P2P free.
India EdTech Market to Triple by FY28: Growth Drivers & Key Players
India’s EdTech market poised for triple growth to ₹41,450 crore by FY28, fueled by NEP 2020 and government initiatives. PhysicsWallah leads the charge.
ET Startup Awards 2026: Midas Touch Nominees Revealed
Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 announces Midas Touch nominees, honoring investors for significant exits based on deal volume and value. Discover top investors.
HDFC Securities NAV Glitch: Investors Face Up to 70% Loss Display
HDFC Securities’ InvestRight platform showed a major NAV glitch on Aug 20, displaying up to 70% losses for mutual fund investors. Issue resolved.
UPI Introduces 0.3% Merchant Fee on Transactions Over ₹2,000
UPI to implement a 0.3% merchant discount rate on transactions above ₹2,000. Learn about the impact on businesses and consumers.
Finance Firm Director, 3 Others Booked for Rs 3.5 Crore Fraud
Pimpri Chinchwad police booked a finance firm director and three office-bearers for allegedly defrauding 53 investors of Rs 3.5 crore by promising high monthly returns.
Cashfree Payments FY26: Loss Narrows, Revenue Soars 51%
Fintech leader Cashfree Payments dramatically cuts FY26 net loss to ₹118.5 Cr, while revenue from operations skyrockets by 51% to ₹967.4 Cr. Discover their financial leap.
Sebi Eases FPI Onboarding with Digital Signatures
Sebi now allows digitally signed powers of attorney for FPIs, streamlining registration and enhancing ease of doing business in India.
DPIIT, PhonePe, Shell India Partner to Boost Startups
DPIIT partners with PhonePe and Shell India to offer startups access to tech, expertise, and market opportunities, focusing on fintech and climate-tech.
RBI Deputy Governor: UCBs Face Rising Cyber Risks
RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J warns Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs) about escalating cyber and operational risks due to increasing reliance on third-party technology providers.
smallcase Rebrands to CASE Platforms for Unified Growth
Fintech innovator smallcase Technologies rebrands to CASE Platforms, unifying diverse investment products and platform businesses for accelerated growth.
SEBI Bond Tokenisation Pilot & FPI Onboarding Simplified
SEBI launches bond tokenisation pilot for efficiency & simplifies FPI onboarding. Explore shared ledgers, smart contracts, and enhanced investor protection in India’s debt market.
MIDASX Partners MF Utilities India for Wealth Distribution
MIDASX partners with MF Utilities India to enhance wealth distribution, offering Mutual Fund Distributors AI-driven access to financial products and technology.
Navi Raises $100M from Prosus in First Institutional Round
Sachin Bansal’s Navi secures $100 million in its first institutional funding round from Dutch firm Prosus, bolstering its fintech offerings in India.
Navi Raises $100M from Prosus, Eyes IPO
Fintech startup Navi, co-founded by Sachin Bansal, secures $100M from Prosus, boosting its valuation to $1.3B and paving the way for an upcoming IPO.
ICICI Prudential AMC Integrates NCDEX Nidhi for Mutual Funds
ICICI Prudential AMC now allows mutual fund transactions via NCDEX Nidhi, enhancing investor access in India’s booming AUM market, compliant with SEBI norms.
Prudential Health India Launches Tech-First Operations
Prudential Health India begins operations as a standalone insurer, using a tech-first strategy with AI and preventive care for families.
Navi Secures $100M Prosus Investment for First Institutional Capital
Sachin Bansal’s Navi raises $100 million in its first institutional funding round from Prosus, marking a significant milestone for the fintech firm.
1% Club Launches AI CFO for Personalized Financial Guidance in India
The 1% Club, co-founded by Sharan Hegde, introduces India’s first AI CFO, offering personalized financial guidance and empowering users to make smarter money decisions.
Student Term Insurance: Is It Worth It for Young Adults?
Explore student term insurance plans for 18-25 year olds. Learn if life cover is beneficial for covering education debt before you start earning.
1% Club Launches AI CFO, Expanding Fintech Services
Sharan Hegde’s 1% Club introduces AI CFO, an AI-powered financial tool, marking its strategic pivot from education to broader fintech services with personalized guidance.
KFin Tech Shares Surge on General Atlantic’s Rs 1400 Cr Block Deal
General Atlantic offloads 8% stake in KFin Technologies for Rs 1400 Cr via block deal. Share prices rise amid strong institutional investor interest.
Zerodha Kite App: Unified Investing for Stocks & Mutual Funds
Zerodha integrates mutual funds into Kite app, enabling 3M+ investors to manage stocks & mutual funds on one platform. Streamlining user experience for unified investing.
5 Stocks Analysts Recommend Buying: Nippon Life, Policybazaar & More
Analysts issue high-conviction ‘buy’ ratings for 5 stocks on August 20, 2026, including Nippon Life, Policybazaar, RR Kabel, ELGI Equipments, and Meesho. Get trading ideas.
Razorpay Launches Vulcan AI for Payments Amid $6B IPO Rumors
Fintech leader Razorpay introduces Vulcan, an AI model for payments, enhancing fraud detection and success rates. Launched amidst $6B IPO speculation.