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Major Boost for Farmers: Agriculture Minister to Transfer Rs 3,200 Crore in Crop Insurance Claims

Agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan will transfer Rs 3,200 crore in crop insurance claims to 30 lakh farmer beneficiaries under PMFBY, with new rules ensuring faster payouts...

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Volatile Week Ahead for D-Street: Analysts Eye Tariffs, Q1 Earnings, and Inflation Data

Stock markets face a volatile week with US tariffs, Q1 earnings, and inflation data in focus. Analysts highlight the importance of domestic and global economic indicators, while fo...

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India Strengthens Global Trade: 5 Key FTAs Signed and More in Pipeline, Reveals Commerce Ministry

India has signed five major FTAs in five years, with more in progress, aiming to boost international trade. Key agreements with Mauritius, UAE, Australia, EFTA, and UK highlight va...

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Six of India's Top 10 Companies Lose Rs 1.36 Lakh Crore in Market Cap: Reliance Hit Hardest

Last week, six of India's top 10 companies saw a combined market cap erosion of Rs 1.36 lakh crore, with Reliance Industries suffering the steepest loss. However, LIC, TCS, SBI, an...

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Surge in NSE Registrations: Western India Dominates with 20.5% Growth Amidst Annual Decline

The National Stock Exchange reported a 15% increase in new investor registrations in June 2025, with Western India leading the growth. However, registrations still lag behind the p...

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Navigating Sanctions and Storms: The Struggle of Russia-Backed Nayara Energy in India's Refining Sector

Nayara Energy, a key player in India's refining sector backed by Russia, faces significant challenges due to EU sanctions, leadership changes, and operational hurdles, forcing a sh...

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Sebi Overhauls InvIT Regulations: Streamlining Private to Public Conversion for Enhanced Market Efficiency

Sebi has updated the framework for converting private listed InvITs to public, easing sponsor requirements and aligning disclosure norms with follow-on offers to enhance market eff...

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ICICI Bank Dramatically Increases Minimum Balance Requirement for Savings Accounts to Rs 50,000

ICICI Bank has increased the minimum balance requirement for new savings accounts to Rs 50,000, a move that contrasts with the trend of public sector banks waiving such requirement...