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Indian Mutual Funds’ Unique Stock Picks in July 2026

Discover the distinct ‘unique stock’ holdings by Indian mutual funds in July 2026. ACE MF data reveals exclusive investments by fund houses.

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Money Expo India 2026: Mumbai Financial Event

Money Expo India 2026 in Mumbai (Aug 29-30) features 120+ exhibitors & 100 speakers on India’s financial markets, fintech, trading, and investments.

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Sembcorp Green Infra Eyes $500M IPO Amidst India’s Renewable Boom

Sembcorp Industries plans a $500M IPO for its Indian renewable energy arm, Sembcorp Green Infra, capitalizing on India’s booming green energy market and strong investor interest.

Svatantra Microfin Files ₹3,000 Crore IPO, Targets Capital Base Boost

Svatantra Microfin IPO: ₹3,000 Cr Plan to Boost Capital

Ananya Birla’s Svatantra Microfin files for a ₹3,000 crore IPO, including a fresh issue and OFS, to strengthen its capital base and expand lending.

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India IPO Wave: 7 Companies Eye ₹6,400 Cr

Seven Indian companies are gearing up to raise over ₹6,400 crore via IPOs next week, signaling strong market momentum. Discover the upcoming listings.

UPI Adoption Surges Among Small Merchants as Fee Policy Looms

UPI Adoption Soars: Small Merchants Embrace Digital Payments Amid Fee Policy Uncertainty

India’s UPI sees massive small merchant adoption. A new fee policy looms, potentially impacting charges for digital transactions. Learn more.

Bajaj Finserv Money Market Fund Targets Regular Income

Bajaj Finserv Money Market Fund: Regular Income & Low Risk

Discover the Bajaj Finserv Money Market Fund, an open-ended debt scheme offering regular income with low-moderate risk. Learn about returns, investment details, and more.

Bajaj Finserv Gilt Fund: A Guide for First-Time Investors

Bajaj Finserv Gilt Fund: Your First Debt Investment Guide

New to mutual funds? Explore the Bajaj Finserv Gilt Fund(G)-Direct Plan: a medium-risk debt fund with key details, performance, and tax info.

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Indian Banks Gear Up for RBI’s April 2027 ECL Rules

Indian banks are revamping data systems for RBI’s Expected Credit Loss (ECL) rules by April 2027, impacting credit risk assessment and financial sector operations.

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Centricity Raises $29.4M Series A for Global Wealth Management Expansion

Indian wealth management startup Centricity secures $29.4M Series A led by SMBC Asia Rising Fund, fueling global expansion and enhancing services for HNI/UHNI clients.

Mutual Funds Boost Biocon, PB Fintech Amid Mid-Cap Inflows in July

Mutual Funds Buy Biocon, PB Fintech: July Inflows

Indian mutual funds heavily invested in Biocon and PB Fintech in July 2026, with significant inflows boosting these mid-cap stocks amidst market activity.

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BankBazaar Hits FY25 Profitability Milestone: Digital Evolution Pays Off

BankBazaar, the online financial marketplace, achieved Rs 4 crore adjusted EBITDA profit in FY25, marking a significant milestone after raising $134 million. Explore their digital transformation.

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WhatsApp Pay UPI Volumes Surge, Overtakes Cred & Amazon Pay

WhatsApp Pay doubles UPI transaction volume in July 2026, becoming the 8th largest app by volume and surpassing Cred and Amazon Pay.

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Mumbai Metro Launches India’s First WhatsApp Digital Pass

Mumbai Metro One introduces India’s first digital metro pass on WhatsApp for seamless trip and store value management, revolutionizing commuter ticketing.

Muthoot FinCorp's Profit Soars, ₹3,000 Crore IPO to Fuel Growth

Muthoot FinCorp IPO: Profit Surges to ₹705 Cr, ₹3000 Cr Issue Planned

Muthoot FinCorp’s Q1 FY27 profit jumps nearly 3x to ₹705.48 Cr. Plans ₹3,000 Cr IPO to boost capital and digital expansion.

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PharmEasy Bets on AI Physiotherapy to Revive Growth

PharmEasy launches AI-powered physiotherapy to boost profitability and customer engagement after a significant valuation drop, expanding its digital healthcare services in India.

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Augmont Enterprises IPO: INR 825 Cr Launch in August 2026

Augmont Enterprises, India’s top gold platform, plans an INR 825 crore IPO from Aug 21-25, 2026, to fund working capital and expand its precious metals value chain operations.

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Peak XV Partners Raises $1.3B for India Startups

Peak XV Partners, formerly Sequoia India, secures $1.3 billion for its India & APAC funds, signaling strong confidence in India’s booming startup ecosystem.

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ChatGPT Helps Man Find Lost Shoes at Mahakal Temple

A Goa man used ChatGPT and photos to locate his lost clogs at Ujjain’s Mahakal Temple, showcasing AI’s practical problem-solving in a real-world scenario.

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rupyy Appoints Manvendra Singh as Head of Sales for Lending Expansion

rupyy strengthens its unsecured lending business with the appointment of Manvendra Singh as Head of Sales, leveraging his 13+ years of financial sector experience.

Groww Nifty India Internet ETF NAV at ₹10.5740, One-Day Drop of -0.70%

Groww Nifty India Internet ETF NAV Drops 0.70% to ₹10.5740

Groww Nifty India Internet ETF’s NAV fell to ₹10.5740 on August 14, 2026, with a -0.70% daily change. The fund aims for long-term growth tracking the Nifty India Internet Index.

IRCTC Q1 Data Reveals Cost of 'Free' UPI Transactions

IRCTC Q1 Data: The Real Cost of ‘Free’ UPI Transactions

IRCTC’s Q1 FY27 earnings reveal the significant financial impact of free UPI transactions, prompting calls for digital payment fees.

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Nykaa Now: 30-60 Min Delivery Strategy for Deeper Assortment

Nykaa Now shifts to a 30-60 minute delivery model in India, prioritizing wider product selection and operational efficiency over ultra-fast delivery.

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India’s Exam System Reform: Nilekani Drives Digital Overhaul

Nandan Nilekani leads India’s task force to digitize the exam system, aiming to end paper leaks and corruption with a secure, encrypted framework.

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Muthoot FinCorp IPO: Aims to Raise ₹30 Billion

Muthoot FinCorp files for a ₹30 billion IPO in Mumbai to boost capital, fund growth, and expand digital infrastructure. Learn more about their plans.

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Smart Bedroom Tech for Better Sleep: Your Ultimate Guide

Discover how smart tech, wellness products, and hospitality trends are transforming bedrooms into personalized sleep sanctuaries for ultimate rest.

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India’s Economic Leap: License Raj to Digital Economy

Explore India’s economic evolution from the restrictive ‘License Raj’ to a digitally empowered nation, driven by 1991 reforms and modern financial tech.

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Centricity Secures ₹280 Cr Series A for Wealth Platform Growth

Centricity raises INR 280 crore in Series A funding led by SMBC Asia Rising Fund to expand its wealth management technology and services in India and globally.

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SEBI Proposes Digital KYC for NRIs/OCIs to Boost India Investments

SEBI proposes digital KYC for NRIs & OCIs in FATF countries, eliminating physical presence to simplify Indian securities market access.

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SEBI Overhauls Accredited Investor Rules in India

SEBI proposes a major overhaul of India’s Accredited Investor framework, simplifying criteria and aiming to expand the investor pool significantly.