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Modi Targets 6 Crore Lakhpati Didis for Women’s Empowerment

PM Modi announces a new goal of 6 crore ‘Lakhpati Didis’ to economically empower rural women via Self-Help Groups, expanding a successful initiative.

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Brokerages Project 10-43% Upside for 10 ‘Buy’-Rated Stocks

Discover 10 ‘Buy’-rated stocks identified by top brokerages, with projected returns ranging from 10% to 43%. Market insights and investment opportunities.

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Free UPI Transactions: Economic Benefits Outweigh Costs

New analyses reveal the significant economic and social benefits of free UPI transactions far exceed infrastructure costs, cautioning against introducing charges.

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Fractal’s Vaidya.ai Powers Mumbai’s BMC Health AI Chatbot

Fractal Analytics launches Vaidya.ai-powered BMC Health AI Chatbot on WhatsApp in Mumbai, integrating AI into public health services.

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Gen Z Redefines TradFi: Disciplined Investors, Not Speculators

Gen Z: Disciplined TradFi Investors, Not Speculators

Binance Research reveals Gen Z leads net accumulation in TradFi, challenging stereotypes with disciplined investment and allocation strategies.

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Dynamic Pricing: Surveillance & Fairness Concerns for Shoppers

Explore the growing concerns over dynamic pricing and individualized pricing strategies. Companies use personal data, raising questions about fairness and consumer surveillance. Learn more.

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India Mutual Funds: Focus Shifts to Investor Retention

India’s mutual fund sector, after rapid growth, now prioritizes investor retention. Yaseen Sahar leads this crucial shift towards positive investor experiences.

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Zaggle Prepaid Posts Steep Q1 Profit Decline Amid Margin Squeeze

Zaggle Prepaid Q1 Profit Plummets 57% Amid Margin Squeeze

Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services Ltd. reports a sharp 56.9% sequential decline in Q1 FY27 net profit and revenue, with operating margins contracting significantly.

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Discount Brokers Revolutionize Indian Stock Investing: Low Costs, High Tech

Discover how new-age discount brokers are transforming India’s stock market with technology-driven platforms and significantly lower trading costs. Learn about key players like Pocketful and Zerodha.

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Bank of America Invests $1.9B in Jio Credit for 49.9% Stake

Bank of America invests $1.9 billion for a 49.9% stake in Jio Credit Limited, expanding its digital financial services presence in India.

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Navi Prepares for India IPO, Targets $2 Billion Valuation

Navi IPO India: Fintech Giant Eyes $2 Billion Valuation

Fintech firm Navi, co-founded by Sachin Bansal, gears up for an Indian IPO, targeting a $2 billion valuation and aiming to raise up to $314 million.

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India's Mutual Fund Distribution: A Deep Dive into Uneven Earnings

India Mutual Fund Distribution: Uneven Earnings Revealed

Explore India’s mutual fund distribution landscape: ₹27,335 crore in commissions FY24-25, but earnings are highly concentrated among top distributors.

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GYFTR Partners with PNB for 3-Year Gift Voucher Service

GYFTR inks a 3-year service agreement with Punjab National Bank to enhance customer engagement via a dedicated microsite for gift voucher and coupon reselling.

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JioBlackRock Files for Balanced Advantage Fund with SEBI

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund submits draft for new Balanced Advantage Fund to SEBI. Learn about its dynamic asset allocation, investment strategy, and SIP options.

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Svatantra Microfin Targets ₹3,000 Crore IPO for Capital Growth

Svatantra Microfin Eyes ₹3,000 Cr IPO for Capital Growth

Svatantra Microfin files draft IPO papers with Sebi to raise ₹3,000 crore, aiming to boost its Tier I capital for expansion in microfinance and affordable housing.

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SEBI’s Credit Risk-o-Meter: Simplifying Debt Investment for Retail Investors

SEBI proposes a mandatory ‘Credit Risk-o-Meter’ for debt securities, using color-coding to simplify credit risk assessment for retail investors.

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MSCI India Index Update: Lenskart, Groww Added; India’s Weight Rises

MSCI revises India indices, adding Lenskart & Groww. India’s weight in MSCI index increases to 11.9% effective August 31. See full list of changes.

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OpenAI Hires Wall Street Talent for AI & IPO

OpenAI recruits former Wall Street bankers to train advanced AI for finance, signaling a major commercial shift and preparation for a potential multi-trillion dollar IPO.

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Gemini AI Influences Financial Decisions: Google DeepMind Study

Google DeepMind’s Gemini 3 Pro AI significantly shifts financial beliefs and spending habits in a study across the US, UK, and India. Learn about AI’s growing influence.

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Sebi’s New Colour-Coded Risk Meter for Debt Securities

Sebi proposes a new colour-coded risk meter to simplify credit risk assessment for debt securities, making it easier for retail investors to understand bond risks.

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Fino Payments Bank Swings to Net Loss in Q1 on Digital Payments Recalibration

Fino Payments Bank Reports Q1 Net Loss Amid Digital Payments Shift

Fino Payments Bank posts Rs 13.7 crore net loss in Q1 FY24 due to digital payment recalibration and cash business pressures, despite NII growth.

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SEBI Expands Accredited Investor Criteria in India

SEBI proposes to significantly expand India’s Accredited Investor pool by introducing securities market assets as a key eligibility criterion, potentially tripling the number of eligible investors.

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Sebi’s Credit Risk-o-Meter: Simplifying Debt Investment for Retail Investors

Sebi proposes a mandatory ‘Credit Risk-o-Meter’ for debt securities, using color-coding to simplify risk assessment for retail investors in India.

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Sitharaman: Boost Startup Tech in Districts for Public Good

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges wider deployment of startup technologies in Indian districts and government facilities, focusing on public benefits and innovation.

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Mutual Fund NAV Lag: Why App Values Differ from CAS

Confused by differing mutual fund values on apps vs. CAS? Understand NAV lag, how CAS works, and why these discrepancies occur. Get clarity on your investments.

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SEBI Expands Accredited Investor Limit to 4 Lakhs

SEBI proposes to increase the Accredited Investor pool to 4 lakhs by including securities market assets, a significant expansion from the current 1 lakh.

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Mirae Asset Venture Fund II Raises ₹1,125 Cr in First Close

Mirae Asset Venture Opportunity Fund II successfully closes its first round at ₹1,125 crore, targeting high-growth Indian tech, AI, and manufacturing companies.

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Shiprocket Secures ₹727 Cr Pre-IPO Funding

E-commerce platform Shiprocket raises ₹727.41 crore from anchor investors at ₹97 per share, ahead of its upcoming IPO. 50 investors participated.

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Sebi Overhauls Accredited Investor Rules in India

Sebi proposes simplifying accredited investor status in India, extending validity and broadening eligibility to boost market participation. Public comments due Sept 3.

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MSCI India Index Rejig: New Stocks Added, Others Removed

MSCI India Index sees a major reshuffle with 4 new stocks added and 3 removed effective August 31, 2026. Learn about the key changes impacting the Indian market.

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