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Homebuyers Demand Tougher RERA: Pre-Approval Vetting for Developers
Read the story ↗: Homebuyers Demand Tougher RERA: Pre-Approval Vetting for DevelopersWith over 500,000 homes stuck in delayed projects worth ₹4.48 lakh crore, homebuyers’ association FPCE wants a “credit score” system for builders before they can launch…
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Sebi Cracks Down on Insider Trading in IEX Shares, Seizes Rs 173 Crore in Illegal Gains
Read the story ↗: Sebi Cracks Down on Insider Trading in IEX Shares, Seizes Rs 173 Crore in Illegal GainsIndia’s market regulator bars eight entities and exposes insider trading linked to a major policy decision on power exchange reforms.
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The Smart Investor’s Playbook for IPO Success
Read the story ↗: The Smart Investor’s Playbook for IPO SuccessA professional guide to due diligence, valuation discipline, and strategy for navigating India’s IPO boom.
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India’s Manufacturing Momentum Picks Up Pace, Says Ficci
Read the story ↗: India’s Manufacturing Momentum Picks Up Pace, Says FicciA sharp uptick in production sentiment signals renewed industrial strength across key sectors.
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Finance Minister Urges Fintech’s to Strengthen Risk Systems Against AI Misuse
Read the story ↗: Finance Minister Urges Fintech’s to Strengthen Risk Systems Against AI MisuseAt the Global Fintech Fest, Nirmala Sitharaman calls for a balance between innovation and trust.
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India to Launch RBI-Backed Digital Currency, Says Piyush Goyal
Read the story ↗: India to Launch RBI-Backed Digital Currency, Says Piyush GoyalA major step toward a digital-first economy as India prepares to roll out its central bank digital currency.
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Why Investors Delay Investing: The Effect of Present Bias
Read the story ↗: Why Investors Delay Investing: The Effect of Present BiasHow the human tendency to choose instant comfort over long-term gain quietly erodes wealth creation.
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GST 2.0 Removes 18% GST on Term Insurance Premiums
Read the story ↗: GST 2.0 Removes 18% GST on Term Insurance PremiumsInsurance just became more affordable. Here is how 0% GST could reshape financial planning for millions.
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US shutdown costs $400 million daily as healthcare row stalls funding
Read the story ↗: US shutdown costs $400 million daily as healthcare row stalls fundingRepublicans and Democrats clash over Affordable Care Act subsidies, leaving 750,000 workers furloughed.
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SEBI Launches Validated UPI Handles to Curb Payment Fraud
Read the story ↗: SEBI Launches Validated UPI Handles to Curb Payment FraudNew “@valid” UPI IDs and SEBI Check tool aim to protect investors from fraudulent collections.
