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NSE makes changes to equity derivatives trading hours from August 3; details here

NSE makes changes to equity derivatives trading hours from August 3; details here

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Get ready for a slight change in stock market timings! Starting August 3, 2026, equity derivatives trading on NSE will end 10 minutes later, at 3:40 pm. This is to "align derivatives market timings with the revised closing auction framework." It's all about making things run smoother between the cash and derivatives markets.

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NSE extends equity F&O segment timings till 3:40 pm from August

NSE extends equity F&O segment timings till 3:40 pm from August

Economic Times

Get ready for a slight change in stock market timings! Starting August 3, 2026, the NSE's equity derivatives market will stay open 10 minutes longer, closing at 3:40 pm. NSE said "the market now closing at 3:40 pm" for this segment. Other timings, like opening, stay the same.

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Man reports Rs 6.3 lakh income, pays Rs 27.65 lakh in credit card bills; gets tax notice - ITAT ruling says this

Man reports Rs 6.3 lakh income, pays Rs 27.65 lakh in credit card bills; gets tax notice - ITAT ruling says this

Financial Express

A man reported earning just over 6 lakh rupees but paid 27 lakh in credit card bills, mostly in cash. The tax department thought this was "unexplained money," but the ITAT gave him relief. The case shows a big risk: large cash spending that doesn't match your reported income.

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I asked ChatGPT whether compounding can beat inflation; this ₹50 lakh investment says a lot

I asked ChatGPT whether compounding can beat inflation; this ₹50 lakh investment says a lot

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A ₹50 lakh investment could grow to ₹4.82 crore in 20 years, but inflation significantly impacts its real worth. With 6% inflation, that future amount would only buy what ₹1.50 crore buys today. The AI explained, "inflation reduces what those future rupees can actually buy."

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IIFCL eyes Rs 75,000 crore sanctions in FY26 after record year, says MD Rohit Rishi, NPA Drops to 0.40%

IIFCL eyes Rs 75,000 crore sanctions in FY26 after record year, says MD Rohit Rishi, NPA Drops to 0.40%

Economic Times

IIFCL is aiming for a big jump in sanctions for FY26, targeting Rs 75,000 crore. This comes after a record year where they sanctioned Rs 57,680 crore. MD Rohit Rishi said, "there are many opportunities for us to improve growth." They also saw their bad loans drop significantly.

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US stock markets this week: S&P 500 posts 9th straight weekly gain as tech stocks power markets to new records

US stock markets this week: S&P 500 posts 9th straight weekly gain as tech stocks power markets to new records

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US stocks hit new records this week, with the S&P 500 seeing its ninth straight weekly gain! Tech stocks, especially those in AI, powered the rally. Investors felt better as tensions eased and oil prices dropped. The article mentioned "tech stocks power markets to new records," showing how important they were.

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Oil prices tumble 11% for biggest weekly drop in 7 weeks. Where is liquid gold headed from here?

Oil prices tumble 11% for biggest weekly drop in 7 weeks. Where is liquid gold headed from here?

Economic Times

Oil prices dropped big time, falling 11% for the biggest weekly drop in seven weeks! This happened because people are hopeful about a peace deal between the US, Israel, and Iran, which eased worries about inflation. Even though things are still a bit unclear, analysts said "restoring normal shipping could take months."

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Circulate Capital commits $150 million to India to invest in recycling companies

Circulate Capital commits $150 million to India to invest in recycling companies

Economic Times

Circulate Capital is putting $150 million into Indian recycling companies from its new fund. They're excited by early wins and want to help businesses recycle more than just plastics, like metals. Founder Rob Kaplan said, "We are backing SME and family businesses." This move helps supply chains move away from China.

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Could you be sitting on forgotten money? Here's how to check using the new govt portal

Could you be sitting on forgotten money? Here's how to check using the new govt portal

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You might have forgotten money! The government just launched a new portal where you can check for unclaimed cash, like bank deposits or insurance money. It's a "unified platform providing access to search facilities" for all sorts of forgotten funds, making it easier to find what's yours.

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Mumbai CNG gets costlier again, touches Rs 86/kg; cooking gas prices also rise

Mumbai CNG gets costlier again, touches Rs 86/kg; cooking gas prices also rise

The Statesman

CNG in Mumbai is now Rs 86/kg after MGL raised prices by Rs 2. This is the second hike this month, and piped cooking gas also went up. MGL said, "energy costs continue to rise globally." This adds to the burden as petrol and diesel prices are also high.

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Penny stock to be in focus on Monday; here's why

Penny stock to be in focus on Monday; here's why

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Zee Media Corporation is back in the black! The company made a profit of ₹16.93 crore for the full year, a big change from last year's loss. They also cut their quarterly loss to ₹14.32 crore. This turnaround happened because of "higher revenues and improved operational performance."

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Why the stock market has begun to climb the wall of worry

Why the stock market has begun to climb the wall of worry

Economic Times

Markets are climbing despite worries, just like in 2020. Investors are learning, stepping in during fear. While risks exist, markets may have priced in much concern. History shows markets lead sentiment, adjusting prices before certainty arrives. The article notes, "markets climb the wall of worry."

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