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- Inflation & RBI 51 CPI prints, repo decisions, liquidity and rates.
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- Zero Brokerage: Is It Really Saving Investors Money, or Costing Them More? Zerodha saved investors ₹25,620 crore in brokerage since 2016. But does zero brokerage actually make investors wealthier?
- Indian Rupee Fall 2026: Why the Sharp Drop Is Now a Policy Story The Indian rupee fell to record lows near 93.74 to 93.98 per dollar in March 2026.
- Budget 2026 STT Hike Explained: Impact on F&O Trades in India Budget 2026 raises STT on futures and options from April 1, 2026. See new rates, rupee impact with Nifty 25,000 examples, and who it hits most.
- India Union Budget 2026-27 Explained: Fiscal Metrics, Sector Allocations, and Tax Proposals Explore the comprehensive analysis of India's Union Budget 2026-27. From the ₹12.22 trillion capex surge to "Biopharma SHAKTI" and MSME reforms, learn how…
- Economic Survey 2025-26 Highlights Economic Survey 2025-26 decoded: FY26 Real GDP growth projected at 7.4%, fiscal deficit target at 4.4%, inflation trends, sectoral drivers, and the shift from…
- Tiger Global Supreme Court Ruling: Impact on FPI Flows in India Supreme Court overturns Delhi High Court in Tiger Global’s Flipkart case. What the ruling means for India–Mauritius treaty use and FPI sentiment.
- Why FY26’s 4.4% Fiscal Deficit Target May Be Hard to Hold India’s fiscal deficit has already touched 52.6% of the FY26 target. Here’s what caused the spike and why the 4.4% goal may be difficult to maintain this year.
- Can India’s New FDI Plan Boost Ecommerce Exports? India may allow inventory-led ecommerce for exports. Here’s how the new FDI plan could reshape India’s export potential and bridge the gap with China.
- SEBI’s Mutual Fund Reforms Explained: Lower Costs, More Transparency, and Smarter Performance Rules SEBI’s new mutual fund proposals cut TER, cap brokerage, and boost transparency. Tough for AMCs, but a long-term win for investors.
- US Government Shutdown 2025: Why Trump’s Fiscal Move Could Backfire on the Global Economy The US government shutdown may be part of Trump’s fiscal downsizing plan - but its global economic and market risks could outweigh short-term savings.
- Adani Case: SEBI Clean Chit Ends Hindenburg Allegations SEBI has dismissed key Hindenburg allegations of round-tripping and misuse of funds against the Adani Group.
- Smartphone EMI Defaults: RBI’s Remote Lock Proposal Explained RBI may allow lenders to remotely lock smartphones on EMI defaults. Learn the risks, privacy issues, and why responsible lending matters for India.
