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SEBI Overhauls Portfolio Manager Rules for New Investment Avenues

SEBI proposes major changes to Portfolio Managers Regulations 2020, aiming to expand investment options and simplify compliance for India’s growing PMS industry.

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HDFC Bank Upgrades Wealth Platform with Infosys Finacle

HDFC Bank enhances wealth management services by implementing Infosys Finacle’s modern, API-driven platform, streamlining operations and expanding investment options for affluent clients.

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Finance Pros: Blend Skills & Tech for Future Success

Dr. Arindam Banerjee stresses that finance professionals must integrate technological proficiency with financial expertise to succeed in the rapidly evolving financial services sector.

CAMS Q1 FY'27 Consolidated PAT Climbs 17.3% on Robust Growth

CAMS Q1 FY’27 PAT Surges 17.3% to ₹128 Cr on Strong Growth

Computer Age Management Services (CAMS) reports a 17.3% YoY rise in Q1 FY’27 consolidated PAT to ₹128 Cr, driven by 11.5% revenue growth and strong performance in mutual fund and non-mutual fund businesses.

Forbes Advisor Ranks Top 10 Online Brokerages for 2026

Top 10 Online Brokers 2026: Forbes Advisor Rankings

Forbes Advisor reveals the top 10 online brokers for 2026 after evaluating over 30 institutions on costs, services, and more. Find the best platform for your needs.

PhonePe Mutual Funds Sees 5X Daily SIP Growth, Reaches 500K Investors

PhonePe Mutual Funds: 5X SIP Growth, 500K Investors

PhonePe Mutual Funds achieves 5X daily SIP growth and attracts over 500K investors, with strong adoption from non-metro areas and younger demographics since its launch.

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India’s 2026 Tax Bill: Easing Rules for Offshore Funds

India’s 2026 Taxation Bill simplifies tax rules for offshore investment funds, removing strict criteria to attract global managers and boost capital inflows.

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Gen Z Favors Daily Micro-SIPs Over Monthly Mutual Funds

Discover how Gen Z is revolutionizing investments with daily micro-SIPs as low as Rs 50, moving beyond traditional monthly mutual fund plans.

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House-Help Apps Hit 1 Lakh Orders with Low Pricing

Snabbit & Urban Company InstaHelp cross 1 lakh orders, offering house-help services for as low as Rs 29/hour due to aggressive pricing and competition.

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Shivalik SFB Acquires ManiBhavnam for ₹109 Cr, Eyes Housing Growth

Shivalik Small Finance Bank acquires ManiBhavnam Home Finance for ₹109 Cr, boosting its loan book and targeting aggressive growth in affordable housing finance.

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SEBI MF-PMS Framework: Easier Access to Professional Investment

SEBI’s new Mutual Fund-only PMS framework lowers investment minimums to Rs 25 lakh, making professional portfolio management more accessible for mass-affluent investors in India.

Shadowfax Surges 13.51%, Pine Labs Declines Amidst Mixed Tech Week

Shadowfax Soars, Pine Labs Dips: India’s Tech Week Market Update

Shadowfax surges 13.51% in Q1 FY27 with strong results, while Pine Labs faces headwinds despite revenue growth. Mixed week for Indian new-age tech stocks.

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India’s Social Stock Exchange: New Rules Boost Philanthropy

India’s Social Stock Exchange (SSE), regulated by SEBI, revolutionizes philanthropy by enabling non-profits to raise capital through innovative financial instruments.

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India’s Social Stock Exchange: Formalizing Philanthropy

India launches the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) on BSE & NSE, enabling non-profits to raise capital transparently and formalizing charitable giving.

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Pristyn Care Revenue Surges 28% to ₹632 Cr, Eyes IPO

Healthtech unicorn Pristyn Care reports a 28% revenue jump to ₹632 Cr in FY24, strategically shifting to owned hospitals and targeting an FY28 IPO.

Indian Startup Funding Plummets 67% to $662M in July 2026

Indian Startup Funding Drops 67% to $662M in July 2026

Indian startup funding plummeted 67% in July 2026, reaching $662M from 85 deals. AI sector leads, but large-ticket funding remains scarce.

Indian Startups Net $82.2M Across 17 Deals Amid 50% Funding Drop

Indian Startups Raise $82.2M Amid 50% Funding Drop

Indian startups secured $82.2M across 17 deals from July 27-Aug 1, a 50% weekly funding decrease. Key deals include Apna Mart and Sid’s Farm.

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India’s Agritech: Digital Farming Transforms Aspirational Blocks

India’s AgriStack initiative is revolutionizing agriculture in Aspirational Blocks, empowering farmers with digital tools for improved efficiency and income.

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Compare Investment Portfolios: freefincal’s New Tool

freefincal updates its portfolio back-testing tool for easy side-by-side comparison of two hypothetical investment portfolios. Analyze SIP, lump sum XIRRs, and rolling returns.

India's Retail Investing Boom Faces 'Leverage Trap' Warning

India’s Retail Investing Boom: Warning of ‘Leverage Trap’

India’s booming retail stock market participation faces a ‘leverage trap’ risk. Investors using borrowed funds risk amplified losses, despite SEBI regulations. Learn more.

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SEBI GARUDA: Faster AIF Launches for Indian Markets

SEBI’s new GARUDA mechanism streamlines Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) launches, enabling quicker market access for specialized financial products in India.

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Nithin Kamath & Zerodha: Revolutionizing Indian Investments

Discover how Nithin Kamath and Zerodha transformed India’s investment sector with a discount brokerage model, making trading accessible and affordable since 2010.

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Cash vs. UPI: How Quitting Digital Payments Boosted Spending Awareness

Discover how one Delhi creator’s experiment with cash payments over UPI led to greater spending awareness and improved budgeting. Learn the impact of physical money.

Lemonn Reports Over 800% Revenue Surge Amid Retail Investing Boom

Lemonn Sees 800% Revenue Growth Amid Retail Investing Boom

Lemonn, a stockbroking platform, reports over 800% year-on-year revenue growth in May 2026, fueled by a massive surge in retail investor activity and order volumes in India.

Bajaj Finserv Profits Surge as Firms Expand: A Q1 Analysis

Bajaj Finserv Q1 Profit Soars 12.31% Amidst Market Expansion

Bajaj Finserv reports a strong Q1FY27 with a 12.31% rise in net profit to Rs 3,132.35 crore, alongside strategic expansions by other Indian firms.

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SEBI GARUDA: Faster AIF Scheme Launches

SEBI introduces GARUDA, a new mechanism to expedite Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) scheme launches, streamlining regulatory processes for faster market entry.

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SEBI’s New Mutual Fund PMS: ₹25 Lakh Minimum Investment

SEBI proposes a new mutual fund-only PMS with a ₹25 lakh minimum investment, focusing on direct plans and reduced fees for investors.

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Zepto Delays IPO, Eyes ₹1,000 Cr Funding at Lower Valuation

Quick commerce startup Zepto postpones IPO, aiming to raise ₹1,000 crore in pre-IPO funding at a reduced $4-4.5 billion valuation.

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SEBI’s GARUDA Framework: Faster AIF Launches in 10 Days

SEBI’s new GARUDA framework drastically cuts Alternative Investment Fund launch times to just 10 working days post-filing, boosting market efficiency.

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Persistent Systems Investor Roadshow Aug 4-5 Under SEBI Rules

Persistent Systems announces a non-deal roadshow Aug 4-5, 2026, for institutional investors, adhering strictly to SEBI regulations for transparent communication.