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Returning to Work? How to Manage Your EPF Account and Reactivate UAN

Returning to Work? How to Reactivate UAN & Manage EPF

Returning to work after a break? Learn how to activate your UAN, link Aadhaar, and reactivate inoperative EPF accounts using digital platforms.

RenewBuy and InsuranceDekho Merge to Scale Indian Insurtech Reach

RenewBuy and InsuranceDekho Merge to Scale Indian Insurtech

Insurtech leaders RenewBuy and InsuranceDekho announce a major merger to expand insurance penetration and digital-first reach across India.

Indian Investors Gain Access to Curated US Stock and ETF Portfolios

Invest in US Stocks & ETFs from India: A Guide for Investors

Discover how new fintech platforms are making it easier for Indian investors to diversify with curated US stock and ETF portfolios. Start global investing today.

Slice Secures $100 Million Funding Following Bank Merger

Slice Secures $100M Funding Following Bank Merger

Fintech startup Slice raises $100 million to fuel its transition into a regulated banking entity following its merger with North East Small Finance Bank.

Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Files for ₹320 Crore IPO

Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Files for ₹320 Cr IPO

Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions files DRHP with SEBI for a ₹320 crore IPO. Learn about the offer for sale structure and key business risk factors.

India's Services Sector Expands as Digital Finance Evolves

India Services Sector Growth: Digital Finance & Market Trends

India’s services sector hits 54.1 in August 2026. Discover how digital finance and investor education are driving long-term growth in the Indian market.

A smartphone screen displays a financial app with mutual fund charts on one side and flowing digital cash on the other, symbolizing instant liquidity.

Lark Money: Instant Mutual Fund Liquidity by Lark Finserv

Lark Finserv launches Lark Money, offering instant cash against mutual funds. Access liquidity 24/7 without selling investments. Stay Invested. Stay Liquid.

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MIDASX Partners MF Utilities for AI Wealth Tech Expansion

MIDASX, an AI wealth tech platform, partners with MF Utilities India to offer its multi-asset platform to Mutual Fund Distributors nationwide, expanding access to diverse financial products.

A young Indian person, likely Gen Z, looks at a smartphone displaying a colorful, interactive financial education game interface.

Gamified Learning: Boosting Gen Z Financial Literacy in India

Discover how gamified learning is revolutionizing financial literacy for India’s Gen Z, tackling low engagement with interactive, real-world financial education.

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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Ads Hit $1 Billion Revenue Run Rate

OpenAI’s ChatGPT advertising business surpasses $1 billion annualized revenue run rate in just 200 days, signaling a major new monetization strategy ahead of its IPO.

A group of farmers in a rural Indian village, some looking at a tablet displaying financial charts, others discussing with an FPO representative.

NCDEX Nidhi: FPOs to Distribute Mutual Funds in Rural India

NCDEX Nidhi empowers Farmer Producer Organisations to distribute mutual funds, expanding investment options and financial inclusion in rural and semi-urban India.

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Modi’s Gold Initiative: Crypto’s Rise in India?

PM Modi’s ‘Swadeshi’ campaign encourages less gold buying, potentially shifting Indian investments towards Bitcoin and stablecoins despite regulatory challenges.

Digital interface showing AI algorithms connecting diverse Indian individuals, including gig workers, to financial services via mobile devices.

AI Drives Financial Inclusion in Indian Digital Lending

Discover how AI and alternative data, explained by Olive’s Amit Chandel, are expanding digital lending and financial inclusion for India’s unbanked.

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India Credit Card Use Surges 24%, Average Spend Drops

Indian credit card transactions hit 601 million in July, a 24.1% rise. However, average spend decreased 13.5% to ₹3,460, influenced by UPI-linked RuPay cards.

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Nifty Internet Index Soars 8% in August, Beats Nifty 50

Discover how the Nifty India Internet index surged 8% in August, outperforming the Nifty 50. Learn about the factors driving this growth, including block deals and MSCI rejig.

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AI in Financial Planning: Augmentation, Not Replacement for CFPs

AI enhances financial planning by automating tasks, but human CFPs remain vital for personalized advice, contextual understanding, and navigating complex client needs.

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Travel Insurance Guide: Secure Your International Trips

Planning an international trip? Learn why travel insurance is vital for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and baggage loss. Protect your adventure!

An illustration showing three distinct mutual fund icons, each containing identical stock ticker symbols like AAPL, MSFT, and GOOG, indicating portfolio overlap.

Mutual Fund Overlap: Spot Hidden Duplication & Risk

Uncover hidden mutual fund overlap that undermines diversification and boosts risk. Learn how to identify and fix fund duplication for smarter investing.

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AI vs. Human Financial Planners: Who’s Best for Your Money?

AI streamlines financial planning, but human advisors offer crucial personalized guidance for your unique goals and life circumstances. Discover why.

A close-up of a smartphone displaying the Axis Bank mobile app with screens for UPI limit settings and international travel declaration.

Axis Bank Boosts Digital Payment Security with New Features

Axis Bank introduces UPI Limit Management and International Travel Declaration, giving customers enhanced control and security for their digital transactions.

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Dream11 Ex-CMO Vikrant Mudaliar Co-founds Cruise Money

Former Dream11 CMO Vikrant Mudaliar joins Cruise Money as co-founder, aiming to revolutionize India’s wealth-tech sector with an AI-first approach.

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UPI Hits Record 24.51 Billion Transactions in August 2026

India’s UPI processed a record 24.51 billion transactions in August 2026, a 3.6% monthly rise, showcasing robust digital payment adoption.

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India’s Financial Milestones: From First Bank to Unicorn

Explore India’s financial journey: discover the nation’s first bank, stock exchange, mutual fund, credit card, ATM, and the rise of its first unicorn startup.

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Tokenisation Needs Strong Custody for Digital Asset Security

India’s bond tokenisation pilot highlights the critical need for robust custody solutions to secure digital assets in the evolving financial landscape.

Stylized globe with corporate structures surrounding a glowing 'Nuvama Wealth' icon, set against a subtle map of India, symbolizing competitive bidding.

HSBC Battles PE Giants for Nuvama Wealth Stake

HSBC enters the race against global PE firms like Brookfield and Warburg Pincus for a controlling stake in India’s Nuvama Wealth, valued at $1.8 billion.

A digital interface showing stylized gold and silver bars, a stable gram target, and a dynamically changing rupee investment amount.

Axis MF Launches Shagun SIP: Invest in Grams of Gold & Silver

Axis Mutual Fund’s Shagun SIP allows investors to target specific gram quantities of gold or silver, offering a unique alternative to traditional rupee-based SIPs.

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Meta Blocks Indian Banking Malware Ads on Facebook & Instagram

Meta removes deceptive adult-themed ads on Facebook & Instagram targeting Indian users with banking malware. Learn how these scams work and Meta’s response.

Digital stock chart with jagged lines showing market volatility, superimposed over a blurred image of Mumbai's financial district.

Indian Brokerage Stocks: Volatility Amid Global Headwinds

Explore how Indian brokerage stocks like Angel One are navigating extreme market volatility due to hawkish Fed signals and rising oil prices. Discover the impact on trading platforms.

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Small SIPs Drop 1.4M Accounts Amid Volatility & Gold Surge

India’s small-ticket SIPs (under Rs 1,000) fell by 1.4 million accounts in FY26 due to market volatility, despite record overall inflows. Gold & silver saw strong returns.

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Axis Mutual Fund Launches Shagun SIP for Gold & Silver

Axis Mutual Fund introduces Shagun SIP, a digital feature to invest in gold and silver by grams, making precious metal accumulation easier and secure.