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India’s market regulator prepares sweeping reforms as transparency push and investor optimism lift sentiment
Read the story ↗: India’s market regulator prepares sweeping reforms as transparency push and investor optimism lift sentimentSEBI’s new chairman outlines faster foreign investor access, trading reforms, and stronger governance standards amid renewed confidence in Indian markets.
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Steady growth or slow bubble? India’s housing market divides opinion
Read the story ↗: Steady growth or slow bubble? India’s housing market divides opinionA new report by CII and Colliers projects 5 to 10 percent annual housing price appreciation over the next few years, with sales expected to more…
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India and Latin America: The Untapped Axis of Emerging Growth
Read the story ↗: India and Latin America: The Untapped Axis of Emerging GrowthShared ambitions, complementary strengths, and changing geopolitics are bringing India and Latin America closer than ever before.
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Gold Demand Drops 16 Percent in India as High Prices Push Buyers Away
Read the story ↗: Gold Demand Drops 16 Percent in India as High Prices Push Buyers AwayDespite a decline in physical demand, investment interest in gold surged as Indians sought safety amid global volatility.
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SEBI Proposes Performance-Linked Fund Fees, Sharp Cut in Brokerage Charges
Read the story ↗: SEBI Proposes Performance-Linked Fund Fees, Sharp Cut in Brokerage ChargesIndia’s market regulator moves to make mutual funds fairer for investors by linking costs to performance and reducing brokerage fees, creating short-term challenges for AMCs but…
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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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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–EFTA Trade Deal Comes Into Force, Called a Timely Booster
Read the story ↗: India–EFTA Trade Deal Comes Into Force, Called a Timely BoosterSwiss State Secretary hails pact as perfectly timed to boost trade and investment flows.
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Switzerland Eyes Stronger Investment Ties with India as Roche Pledges CHF 1.5 Billion
Read the story ↗: Switzerland Eyes Stronger Investment Ties with India as Roche Pledges CHF 1.5 BillionSwiss minister pushes for bilateral treaty while Roche bets big on India’s healthcare future.
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Reliance and Coca-Cola Bottlers Pledge ₹65,000 Crore for Food Processing
Read the story ↗: Reliance and Coca-Cola Bottlers Pledge ₹65,000 Crore for Food ProcessingMega investments announced at World Food India 2025 to build integrated food facilities.
