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Senior citizens, women in focus: Sebi plans special perks for select investors; aims to boost retail bond participation

In a move aimed at reviving interest in India’s public debt market, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) on Monday proposed allowing debt issuers to offer special incentives to select investor categories, including senior citizens, women, armed forces personnel, and retail subscribers.The proposal seeks to encourage greater retail participation in bond issuances, which…

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Silver prices sink on MCX: Drop 1.33% to Rs 1.45 lakh/kg; US-China trade deal hopes, strong dollar weigh on bullion

Silver prices fell sharply on Monday as hopes of a US-China trade deal and a stronger dollar reduced demand for safe-haven metals.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures for December delivery dropped by Rs 1,964, or 1.33 per cent, to Rs 1,45,506 per kilogram in a business turnover of 20,367 lots. The white metal…

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AGR issue: Government may work on a mega relief package for Vodafone Idea after Supreme Court ruling; Airtel, Tata Tele to also benefit

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court’s ruling on the telecom AGR matter empowers the Union Cabinet to review the entire gamut of issues related to the recovery of thousands of crores of rupees from the beleaguered Vodafone Idea when it comes to demands of duplicate payments, double counting, interest, and penalty on interest. Estimates put the…

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EU sanctions on Russia: New opportunities for Indian businesses; bilateral trade up, says IBA

The European Union’s latest package of sanctions on Russia has opened new avenues for Indian businesses to expand trade with Moscow, according to the Moscow-based Indian Business Alliance (IBA).On October 23, the Council of the European Union adopted its 19th round of restrictive measures targeting key Russian sectors—including energy, finance, and defense — in response…

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India’s rare earth push hits new roadblocks: China curbs key equipment exports; Rs 7,300 cr magnet plan at risk

India’s rare earth push hits new roadblocks (ANI) India’s Rs 7,300 crore plan to boost domestic production of rare earth minerals and magnets could face serious setbacks after China tightened export controls on key machinery and materials used in their processing. The new restrictions threaten to slow India’s drive for self-reliance in producing components that…

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Centre proposes ‘country of origin’ filter on e-commerce sites

NEW DELHI: Consumer affairs department, in a draft notification, has proposed that every e-commerce company selling imported products must provide a “searchable and sortable filter” for “country of origin” with their product listings. This proposed change in the Legal Metrology Rules is aimed at helping consumers make quick choices as per their preference.TOI on July…

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IPOs galore: 6 companies eye Rs 1,800 crore fundraise; Lenskart and Orkla India among offerings

India’s primary market is set for a busy week, with six initial public offerings (IPOs) collectively aiming to raise over Rs 1,800 crore across both mainboard and SME platforms. From consumer brand Lenskart to smaller players in logistics, textiles, and manufacturing, investors have a diverse lineup of opportunities on Dalal Street.Leading the pack is eyewear…

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Relief for Vodafone: Supreme Court permits Centre to reassess telecom operator’s AGR dues; check details

Supreme Court permits Centre to reassess Vodafone’s AGR dues The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Centre to reconsider the assessment of telecom operator Vodafone’s adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, citing the interest of the company’s 20 crore consumers. The SC also noted that the matter falls within the Union government’s policy domain.A bench headed…

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Lenskart IPO: Rs 7,300-crore issue opens October 31; 10 things to know before you invest

Lenskart IPO: Eyewear retailer Lenskart is set to make its stock market debut, with its initial public offering (IPO) opening for subscription on October 31 and closing on November 4.Lenskart, founded in 2008, operates over 2,500 stores across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, and has evolved into a global omnichannel eyewear retailer.The listing…

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