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Muthoot FinCorp IPO: Rs 3,000 Cr to Boost Capital & Lending
Muthoot FinCorp files DRHP for a Rs. 3,000 crore IPO to strengthen Tier-1 capital and fund lending growth, leveraging its diversified gold loan business.
RBI’s LRS: Your Guide to Remitting Funds Abroad
Understand the RBI’s Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). Learn how resident Indians can remit up to USD 250,000 annually for education, investments, and more.
India’s UPI Ecosystem Attracts $5.8B Funding Since 2021
India’s UPI ecosystem has secured $5.8 billion in equity funding across 371 rounds since 2021, signaling robust growth and investment in the nation’s digital payments sector.
Navi Ltd. IPO: $315M Raise at $2B Valuation
Fintech startup Navi Ltd., co-founded by Sachin Bansal, plans a $315 million IPO in India at a $2 billion valuation, aiming for a December prospectus submission.
India’s Gen Z: Crypto as First Investment
India’s Gen Z embraces crypto as their primary financial market entry. 44.4% of WazirX users started here, with 72% of new investors being Gen Z.
Muthoot Fincorp IPO: ₹3,000 Crore Plan Filed with SEBI
Muthoot Fincorp Ltd. files Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI to raise ₹3,000 crore via IPO, aiming to bolster capital and fuel business expansion.
Muthoot FinCorp IPO: ₹3000 Cr Public Offering Filed in Mumbai
Muthoot FinCorp files for a ₹3,000 crore ($314.59M) IPO in Mumbai to boost capital, enhance lending capacity, and fund future growth in India’s gold loan market.
MSCI India Index Adds 4 Stocks: Laurus Labs, Adani Energy & More
MSCI India Index expands with four new securities, including Laurus Labs and Adani Energy, effective September 1, 2026. Discover the impact on passive fund inflows.
Poonawalla Fincorp Gets Rs 750 Cr NCD Issuance Approval
Poonawalla Fincorp receives approval for Rs 750 crore secured NCD issuance, set for BSE listing. Stock shows minor gains amid market activity.
Dhoot Transmission IPO Allotment: Check Status After 75x Oversubscription
Dhoot Transmission IPO allotment finalized Aug 13, 2026, after a massive 75.06x oversubscription. Discover how to check your status on Kfin, BSE, NSE.
SEBI’s Closing Auction: Mutual Funds Surge to 25% Trading Volume
SEBI’s new Closing Auction Session boosts mutual fund participation to 25% of trading volumes, enhancing price discovery in Indian stock markets.
CAMS & IIT Madras Boost FinTech with AI, Blockchain
CAMS renews FinTech Innovation Lab partnership with IIT Madras, focusing on AI and blockchain solutions for India’s financial sector. Driving innovation in payments, wealthtech, and more.
Paytm India Faces Scrutiny Over 2023 Small Loan Disclosure Timing
Paytm management in India receives regulatory notice regarding the timing of its 2023 disclosure on curbing small loans, highlighting transparency and disclosure practices.
Home Credit India’s #KhudParNirbhar: Celebrate Financial Freedom
Home Credit India’s #KhudParNirbhar campaign celebrates everyday financial independence and self-reliance through personal stories of empowerment across India.
AI in Wealth Management: Enhancing Human Judgment
Explore how AI acts as a ‘second opinion’ in wealth management, augmenting human judgment and decision-making, not replacing advisors.
India’s New Portal for Unclaimed Financial Assets Launched
India launches a unified portal by the Department of Financial Services to easily trace unclaimed financial assets like bank deposits, insurance claims, and shares.
Jio Financial, BofA Partner for Lending Venture in India
Jio Financial Services and Bank of America form a $1.9B lending JV, with BofA acquiring a stake in Jio Credit to boost financial access in India.
IIT Madras & CAMS Boost FinTech Innovation Lab
IIT Madras and CAMS extend their FinTech Innovation Lab partnership to drive AI, blockchain, digital payments, and more, fostering startup growth and research.
RBI Draft: NBFCs Get Optional External Benchmark Loans
RBI’s draft norms offer NBFCs, cooperative banks optional external benchmark loans, unlike mandatory adoption for commercial banks. Learn more.
Bank of America Invests $1.9B in Jio Credit, Valued at $3.8B
Bank of America acquires a 49.9% stake in Jio Credit for $1.9B, valuing the Jio Financial Services subsidiary at $3.8B and boosting its lending capabilities.
SBI Uses AI for ₹1 Trillion MSME Loans
State Bank of India leveraged AI to underwrite ₹1 trillion in MSME loans in FY26, enhancing efficiency and processing small loans with Vision LLMs.
Zerodha Launches New Arbitrage Fund: Invest Rs 5,000+
Zerodha Fund House introduces its new Arbitrage Fund, an open-ended equity scheme offering tax-efficient returns with a minimum investment of Rs 5,000. NFO open till Aug 14.
Gen Z India: 70% Spending on Essentials, Not Just Fun
New study reveals Indian Gen Z prioritizes essentials, with over 70% of spending on bills, groceries, and financial services, debunking fun-spending stereotypes.
ShareChat’s Microdramas Drive 30% Revenue, Aiming for 100M Users
ShareChat’s microdramas now generate 30% of revenue with 900M daily views. The company invests in AI, targeting 100M users by 2026.
Gen Z India: 70%+ Spending on Essentials, Not Luxuries
New study reveals Indian Gen Z prioritizes essentials, with over 70% of spending on bills, groceries, and financial commitments, debunking lifestyle myths.
Digital Gaming Tax: New IRS Rules for Finance Pros
New IRS guidance and booming digital gaming tax revenue demand specialized expertise from finance professionals. Learn about evolving compliance and reporting.
Shiprocket IPO Opens: Grey Market Premium Hints at 31% Listing Gain
Shiprocket’s IPO launched August 12, 2026, with a strong 31% Grey Market Premium (GMP), indicating a potential listing gain of Rs 127 per share.
Indian Banks Race to Adopt GenAI: Challenges & Future
Indian banks are rapidly adopting Generative AI, with 86% projected by 2026. Discover the key challenges in talent, infrastructure, and scaling.
KFin Technologies Launches Klarity AI for Capital Markets Security
KFin Technologies introduces Klarity, an Agentic AI solution enhancing trust and security in India’s capital markets by addressing fraud and wrongful rejections.
SBI Chairman: AI Banking for Rural India, SMEs & Farmers
SBI Chairman CS Setty champions AI-led banking for rural India, small businesses, and farmers, emphasizing enhanced credit access and risk assessment at FIBAC 2026.