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SG Finserve Surges on Digital Lending, Indian Overseas Bank Posts Strong Q1

SG Finserve Digital Lending & IOB’s Q1 Profit Surge

SG Finserve’s digital lending launch boosts shares, while Indian Overseas Bank reports a 49% Q1 profit jump. Key insights into India’s financial sector growth.

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HDFC MF: ₹0.050 Payout & New FTSE India ETF Launched

HDFC Mutual Fund announces ₹0.050 IDCW payout for Arbitrage Fund and launches new HDFC FTSE India ETF, expanding investment options for Indian investors.

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SG Finserve Launches Digital Lending for Indian Merchants

SG Finserve partners with BharatPe Money & Succesship Technologies to launch a digital lending solution for Indian merchants, enhancing access to formal credit.

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India-Spain Link UPI & Bizum: Boost Digital Payments & Sector Growth

India and Spain accelerate UPI-Bizum integration, paving the way for enhanced digital payments and significant cross-border investment opportunities in key sectors.

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India-Spain UPI-Bizum Link: Boosting Economic Ties

India and Spain accelerate UPI-Bizum interoperability talks to boost economic cooperation, investment, and professional mobility, streamlining cross-border transactions.

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Japan Crypto Tax Cut: Crypto Now a Financial Asset (20% Tax)

Japan officially recognizes crypto as a financial asset, slashing taxes to 20%. This landmark move signals mainstream adoption and impacts global markets.

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India-EU Strategic Partnership: Trade, Tech & Digital Integration

India and the EU are accelerating FTA talks, aiming for a strategic framework beyond trade, focusing on investment, technology, and digital integration for economic resilience.

Groww Goes Full-Stack: Why India's Top Broker Eyes Diverse Fintech Growth

Groww’s Full-Stack Fintech Push: Diversifying Beyond Trading

India’s largest stockbroker, Groww, pivots to full-stack financial services, leveraging AI for diverse revenue streams beyond trading.

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Cleartrip’s Profitability Shift: India’s OTA Market Evolution

Cleartrip pivots from deep discounts to focus on hotels & trains for break-even by FY26, signaling a major shift in India’s competitive OTA market.

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Plazza Raises $15M Series A for AI-Powered Pharmacy Quick-Commerce

Indian pharmacy quick-commerce startup Plazza secures $15M Series A funding led by Accel to revolutionize medicine delivery with AI-driven operations.

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Rupee Hits Record Low: Impact on Your Investments & Portfolio

India’s rupee plunges to a record 96.27 against the dollar amid rising oil prices. Discover how this affects corporate earnings and your investment portfolio.

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HDFC Bank’s AI Strategy: Transforming Banking & Your Finances

HDFC Bank’s 2025-26 report highlights AI’s transformative impact on banking, from faster loans to enhanced customer service and revenue growth.

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India & Spain Link UPI, Bizum for Digital Payments

India and Spain are fast-tracking integration of their digital payment systems, UPI and Bizum, to boost fintech, investment, and economic ties.

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Pre-IPO Access for Retail Investors: Risks & Rewards

Retail investors can now access pre-IPO deals. Learn how this democratizes wealth building and why thorough due diligence is crucial for navigating risks.

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India-Spain UPI-Bizum Link: Global Payments Boost

India and Spain are linking UPI and Bizum, revolutionizing digital payments, trade, and investment. Discover the global impact of this fintech milestone.

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Bangladesh BSEC Uses AI to Boost Investor Confidence

Bangladesh’s BSEC introduces AI surveillance and stricter brokerage rules to combat market manipulation, aiming to enhance investor trust and secure transactions.

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Sitharaman Challenges Entrepreneurs: Drive India’s Global Growth

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urges Indian entrepreneurs to embrace tech, risk, and global expansion to significantly boost India’s global economic contribution.

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India’s Top 100 Digital Marketing Voices: Future of Brands

Indian Startup Times honors 100 digital marketing leaders in India, showcasing innovators shaping brand strategies in an AI-first era. Discover the influencers.

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AMFI Streamlines Mutual Fund Claims for Easier Inheritance

AMFI simplifies mutual fund unit transfer post-investor death, easing inheritance claims for families by reducing delays from record discrepancies.

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MSCI India Rejig: $2.3B Inflows Expected – Impact on Funds

MSCI India Standard Index rebalancing on Aug 12, 2026, to attract $2.3B in passive inflows. Discover how this impacts index-tracking funds and portfolios.

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Mutual Fund Claims Simplified for Families by SEBI

SEBI and AMFI simplify mutual fund claims for nominees and legal heirs, reducing stress and delays for families accessing inherited funds.

PickAdSpace: India’s DOOH Market Revolutionized by AdTech

PickAdSpace: India’s DOOH Market Revolutionized by AdTech

PickAdSpace by Capsdata Technologies transforms India’s DOOH market with smart screens, real-time control, and transparent, flexible advertising for brands.

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SEBI’s Automated SWP/STP by 2027: Easier Investing

SEBI approves automated SWP/STP for demat mutual funds by April 2027, simplifying portfolio management and inheritance for Indian investors.

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SEBI Simplifies Mutual Fund Inheritance for Families

SEBI and AMFI streamline mutual fund transmission for heirs. Learn how these changes ease access to inherited assets for your family.

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Helios Mid Cap Fund Adds Groww, Adjusts 68 Stocks

Samir Arora’s Helios Mid Cap Fund adjusted its June portfolio, adding Groww and increasing Paytm stake. See how these 68 stock shifts impact your mid-cap investments.

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AMFI Simplifies Mutual Fund Claims for Nominees in India

AMFI streamlines mutual fund transmission process, easing claims for nominees. Learn how the new procedure reduces hassle for beneficiaries after a unit holder’s death.

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Demat Mutual Funds Get SWP/STP by 2027: Boost Portfolio Control

SEBI extends SWP/STP to demat mutual funds by 2027. Gain enhanced flexibility and control over your investments for better cash flow management.

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RBI Fines Muthoot Finance & 5 Others for Non-Compliance

RBI penalizes Muthoot Finance and five other NBFCs for regulatory non-compliance, emphasizing stricter governance and risk management. Learn more.

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AMFI Simplifies Mutual Fund Death Claims in India

AMFI streamlines mutual fund death claims process in India, reducing documentation hurdles for faster unit transfers to nominees. Learn more.

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SEBI Mandates Demat Mutual Fund SWP/STP by Jan 2027

SEBI mandates standing instructions for demat mutual fund SWP/STP by Jan 2027, simplifying investor withdrawals and transfers. Learn how this impacts your investments.