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Four equity fund categories large-cap, dividend-yield, value, and ELSS saw net outflows in July despite mostly positive returns. Experts explain the key reasons behind the trend and what investors should consider before making changes to their portfolios.

The investment, which values Jio Credit at about $3.8 billion, will be made through a preferential allotment of equity shares and warrants.

The new fund offer is aimed at investors looking to park surplus money for relatively short periods while keeping volatility lower than that typically associated with pure equity funds.

The decision came eight days before the Tata Sons annual general meeting, scheduled for 18 August, and caught Noel Tata and most of the Tata Trusts trustees off guard, two executives aware of the development said.

Form 128 allows taxpayers to obtain lower or nil TDS/TCS certificates. Under the Income Tax 2025, child certificates can be generated for individual payers. Here's what they mean, who needs them, and how to get them.

Apollo Hospitals' Q1FY27 net profit rose 34% to 581 crore, beating street estimates, as high-complexity specialty volumes and pharmacy growth lifted revenue 21% to 7,043 crore. 

Sudhir Sitapatis sudden exit, just days after a five-year term extension, signals underlying discord over his performance as former CFO Aasif Malbari takes over as CEO.

As OpenAI continues to expand its workforce, the system is intended to help leadership identify organisational problems before they turn into entrenched bureaucracy while also giving employees a direct route to escalate issues that they believe are blocking their work.

Despite taking a blended 4-4.5% price hike in the June quarter, the company's operating Ebitda margin slumped to 8.4%, from 16.5% a year ago. The company's performance was also hurt by German partner Henkel AG's decision in May to walk away from a 15-year licensing deal for the Pril and Fa brands.

The block deal comes as investors step up secondary-market exits, while UltraTech enters FY27 with strong demand and double-digit volume growth.

Tata Trusts owns about 66% of Tata Sons, the holding company that oversees more than 30 businesses across the conglomerate.

Natarajan Chandrasekaran will resign as chairman of Tata Sons when his term ends in early 2027 amid governance disputes. His departure may ignite a high-stakes succession battle, with Tata Trusts playing a crucial role in selecting his successor.

Ukrainian forces have stepped up attacks on Russian oil infrastructure in recent months, triggering fires at several facilities and leaving motorists facing long queues at petrol stations, including in Moscow.

The potential layoffs come after Oracle carried out workforce reductions earlier this year. The companys headcount fell by 21,000 employees, or 13%, during the fiscal year that ended May 31, 2026, including through layoffs, according to a regulatory filing.

The turmoil that started in Tata Trusts and Tata Sons after Ratan Tatas death has reached a crescendo of sorts with Natarajan Chandrakeran's exit. What's next?

After a decade as Chairman of Tata Sons, Natarajan Chandrasekaran resigns six months early, citing the need for clear leadership amid ongoing challenges. He expressed gratitude to stakeholders and urged the Board to finalize succession plans to ensure a smooth transition beyond his tenure.

N Chandrasekaran resigned as chairman of Tata Sons today, saying he will complete his current term without seeking reappointment. His departure is linked to shareholder tensions. Read more about his professional and educational journey here.

Tiger Global sold up to a 40% stake in a round that valued The Viral Fever at $22 million.

Accel announced its ninth India fund on Wednesday, with $550 million in commitments, as part of a $3.5-billion global fundraise. The firm has identified AI, consumer internet, financial technology, advanced manufacturing and deeptech as focus areas for the vehicle.

MLMM more than doubled revenue in two years as 2,200 crore of funding helped propel the electric three-wheeler business towards a planned 2027 listing.

ABR Cafe, which operates Caf Niloufer, has engaged PwC and The Rainmaker Group to explore funding options from external investors

SEBI revised nomination norms for single-holder demat accounts and mutual fund folios, effective September 1, 2026. Here's what to do if you don't want to choose a nominee.

Check out the 10 essential personal finance rules every Indian should follow to build wealth, manage taxes, reduce debt, invest through SIPs, and secure financial stability with insurance, emergency savings and disciplined investing for long-term financial success.

Compare PPF, SCSS and SSY to understand their interest rates, eligibility, tax benefits, and investment features. Learn which government-backed savings scheme best matches your retirement, long-term wealth creation or girl child financial planning goals.

Section 44AD allows eligible small business owners to declare income on a presumptive basis without maintaining detailed books. However, taxpayers must still disclose turnover and other taxable income sources while filing ITR. 

The new EPF Scheme allows voluntary contributions beyond the wage ceiling and simplifies withdrawals. If an employee resigns, the wait for EPF withdrawal has increased from 2 to 12 months.

Every investor should have a portfolio strategy beyond just tracking assets. A structured approach involving Asset Allocation, Bubble Plan, and Crisis Plan helps guide decision-making during market fluctuations, ensuring preparedness rather than reaction to unforeseen events.

The US FIRE model can be customised by Indians to suit their requirements. The customisation can include a larger corpus, a lower withdrawal rate, a separate fund for healthcare expenses, and following the three-bucket strategy.

Retirement planning requires more than choosing investments. Experts explain why starting early, maintaining asset allocation, accounting for taxes and inflation, and investing consistently can help build a larger retirement corpus and improve long-term financial security.