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FoF pops up as workaround to Sebi’s AIF cap
Sebi’s investor cap aims to avert AIFs from becoming too large and resembling mass retail products like mutual funds
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March 18, 2026
Mint Kolkata
Volkswagen slow on India EV roadmap as rivals accelerate
Luxury carmaker Audi has joined Skoda and Volkswagen in signalling that their parent, the Volkswagen Group, is yet to finalise its electric vehicle (EV) strategy for India, highlighting the German automaker's cautious approach even as rivals scale up EV bets in the country.
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March 18, 2026
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Jaiprakash deal to lift Adani's realty play in North India
The Adani Group's acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Ltd (JAL) out of insolvency is set to significantly scale up its real estate ambitions in north India, giving it access to a vast land bank and a pipeline of stalled housing projects in the National Capital Region (NCR), where it has had limited exposure so far.
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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Jio may file IPO papers soon, target $120 billion valuation
Proposed move follows govt relaxation allowing large companies to list with 2.5% public float
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March 18, 2026
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Podcast boom goes visual as market eyes $4.5 bn by 2030
The podcast market revenue is estimated to grow from $969 million in 2024 to $4.5 billion by 2030, according to a Deloitte report released on Tuesday, marking India’s move from a niche audio category to a video-first podcast powerhouse.
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March 18, 2026
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India mulls P&I club for shipping lines
Amid the ongoing war in West Asia and ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, India may consider setting up a protection and indemnity (P&I) club for shipping lines and vessels.
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March 18, 2026
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Products with AI-free labels are on the rise
There's a growing global movement for 'all human' products and services
1 min |
March 18, 2026
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Oberoi Realty boosts focus on business development
Oberoi Realty is accelerating focus on business development with strategic land acquisitions in Mumbai.
1 min |
March 18, 2026
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MARKETS REWARD DISCIPLINE: WHY STAYING INVESTED MATTERS MORE THAN TIMING
Consistency and patience tend to deliver better outcomes than constant buying and selling driven by market sentiment.
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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India plans ₹1,800 cr scheme to boost local mfg of drones
Centre plans to increase adoption of drones, cut reliance on component imports from China
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March 18, 2026
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Distributors urge Sebi to revisit new MF expense rules
A new expense ratio rule from India’s market regulator could cut the income of small mutual fund distributors (MFDs) by as much as a fifth, prompting an industry body to warn of an uneven playing field.
2 min |
March 18, 2026
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The brutal math of full-time trading—and why most fail
Most retail traders lose money—91% in derivatives and 70% in intraday equity cash trading
5 min |
March 18, 2026
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Should you upgrade to Samsung's new behemoth?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a massive, feature-rich smartphone, with a new safety feature. But are the S26's upgrades enough?
4 min |
March 18, 2026
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Govt mulls a QR check for retail stores' quality, prices
Buyers can easily check if a shop is BIS-compliant in quality, pricing, and weights & measures
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March 18, 2026
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OpenAI to cut back on side projects in push to ‘nail’ core business
OpenAI’s top executives are finalizing plans for a major strategy shift to refocus the company around coding and business users, recognizing that a “do everything all at once” strategy has put them on the defensive.
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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Induction cooktops: Hot trade, but cold earnings for makers
Shares of induction cooktop makers jumped after the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz disrupted liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies, pushing households towards electric alternatives.
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March 18, 2026
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Colby to lead visiting US team later this month
Top US defence official Elbridge Colby will visit India as the head of a delegation later this month to inject momentum into the two countries’ defence ties after months of diplomatic tensions.
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March 18, 2026
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Policymakers must steer clear of gimmicks as oil prices go up
Conservation calls that recall the 70s’ oil shock are unlikely to help
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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US seeks permanent WTO ban on e-commerce tariffs
The US is pushing to make permanent an international ban on tariffs on e-commerce, setting the stage for a debate on America’s global dominance of digital services and data flows at the World Trade Organization's (WTO's) ministerial later this month.
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March 18, 2026
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Reform GST: India should fix its distortive input tax credit chain
Credit neutrality would end tax cascades, reduce costs, improve compliance and strengthen India's export competitiveness
4 min |
March 18, 2026
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SpiceJet cites cash crunch in ₹144-crore Maran case
Budget airline SpiceJet told the Delhi High Court on Tuesday that it faces a severe liquidity crunch and is unable to deposit ₹144.5 crore as directed in its arbitration dispute with Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways Pvt. Ltd.
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March 18, 2026
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The Leela buys Coorg resort for ₹560 crore
The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has bought an ultra-luxury resort in Coorg for up to ₹560 crore to expand its wellness portfolio.
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March 18, 2026
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New rules for acquisition finance deepen this market
The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) February 2026 amendments of its Credit Facilities Directions, together with the overhaul of its framework for external commercial borrowings (ECBs), has recast India's acquisition finance regime and opened a regulated channel for bank-led acquisitions.
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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Why India requires a specialized institution for transition finance
It would brighten India' prospects of simultaneously achieving its Viksit Bharat and net-zero goals
3 min |
March 18, 2026
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The Fed keeps getting hit with new shocks in its yearslong inflation fight
It’s happening again.
5 min |
March 18, 2026
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Union Bank eyes ₹7,500 cr in first infra bond issue
A day after securing board approval to raise ₹20,000 crore via infrastructure bonds, Union Bank of India announced its plans to issue the first ₹7,500 crore tranche of 10-year bonds on Friday, three merchant bankers told Mint.
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March 18, 2026
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Renault launches new Duster in India
French carmaker Renault on Tuesday expanded its product range in India, with the introduction of the all-new version of mid-sized SUV Duster, as it plans to enhance its market share in the overall passenger vehicle segment.
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March 18, 2026
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India taps Iran for safe passage of oil, LPG vessels
The Indian government is in talks with Iranian authorities for the safe passage of six India-bound vessels carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and two crude oil carriers to help the country tide over the short-term crunch, two people aware of the matter said.
1 min |
March 18, 2026
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Gold, silver rally on safe-haven demand
Precious metal prices rebounded by up to 2%, with silver gaining by ₹6,000 to ₹262,000 per kg, and gold rose to ₹61,000 per 10g in the national capital on Tuesday, according to the All India Sarafa Association.
1 min |
March 18, 2026
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Stablecoins support AI payments, but cards lead
Stablecoins cannot yet replicate the trust infrastructure that cards offer, but that may change
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