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Fed Hikes Rates by 25 bps: What It Means for the Rupee, Indian Markets and RBI

Mumbai/New Delhi, September 17, 2026: The US Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00%, marking its first rate increase in more than three years. The decision, taken unanimously, also signalled that US policymakers could tighten monetary policy further as they continue to battle persistent inflation.

17 Sept 2026 5

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Tata Sons vs RBI: Can the Tata Group Holding Company Challenge Deregistration Rejection?

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India’s decision to reject Tata Sons’ application to surrender its Certificate of Registration as a Core Investment Company (CIC) has opened a fresh legal and regulatory chapter for the Tata Group. The decision effectively keeps Tata Sons within the RBI’s Upper Layer NBFC framework, increasing pressure on the holding company to comply with listing requirements.

14 Sept 2026 14

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India’s Industrial Growth Slows to 6.7% in July as Mining Contracts

New Delhi, August 28, 2026: India’s industrial production growth moderated to 6.7% year-on-year in July 2026, mainly due to a contraction in mining activity and slower growth in manufacturing and electricity generation, according to government data released on Friday.

28 Aug 2026 9

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Defence Stocks Slide Up to 4% After Government Eases Export Rules

New Delhi, August 28, 2026: Shares of major Indian defence companies came under pressure on Friday after the government announced a significant overhaul of defence export procedures and the Open General Export Licence (OGEL) framework.

28 Aug 2026 9

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Chirag Paswan Inaugurates PMFME Market Showcasing India's Diverse Micro Food Enterprises

Union Minister Chirag Paswan officially opened the Prime Minister’s Forum for Micro Food Enterprises (PMFME) market, a new platform designed to highlight and support the country’s burgeoning micro‑food sector.

26 Aug 2026 6

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RBI’s Dollar‑Rupee Swap Facility Draws $73 Billion in Foreign Exchange Over 11 Weeks

A newly introduced dollar‑rupee exchange facility by the Reserve Bank of India has attracted roughly $73 billion in foreign currency from banks within a short span, underscoring heightened demand for hard‑currency liquidity amid volatile global markets.

26 Aug 2026 9

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India’s Chemicals Minister Leads CEO Roundtable on Transforming the Nation into a Global Manufacturing and Innovation Hub

The Union Minister for Chemicals and Fertilizers chaired a high‑level CEO roundtable to outline government priorities aimed at positioning India as a world‑class centre for chemical production and research, emphasizing policy reforms, investment incentives, and sustainability.

25 Aug 2026 13

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India’s Sugar Production Estimated at 306 Lakh Tonnes in 2025-26 Season, 11% Below Initial Projection

New Delhi: India’s sugar production during the current 2025-26 sugar season (October-September) is estimated at around 306 lakh tonnes, about 11% lower than the initial projection of 343 lakh tonnes, according to the latest government assessment.

22 Aug 2026 12

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RBI’s FCNR-B Drive Draws $65.4 Billion as Total Forex Inflows Near $73 Billion Ahead of August 31 Deadline

New Delhi, August 22, 2026: The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) special foreign exchange mobilisation drive has attracted a massive response, with Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) or FCNR-B deposits reaching $65.4 billion by August 21, 2026.

22 Aug 2026 7

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DFS Concludes Two‑Day Workshop Aimed at Expanding Financial Services Access for Persons with Disabilities

The Department of Financial Services wrapped up a two‑day workshop focused on improving the reach and usability of banking and digital payment solutions for people with disabilities, bringing together regulators, banks, NGOs and technology providers to chart actionable steps toward greater financial inclusion.

22 Aug 2026 7