IPO rules revamp: Mutual funds barred from pre-IPO buys, anchor route open; Sebi pushes transparency, wider participation

[ad_1] Sebi has barred mutual fund schemes from investing in pre-IPO share placements but will allow participation in anchor rounds of public issues, a source told PTI citing the move is intended to improve liquidity and ensure clearer valuation of companies ahead of listing.“We have asked mutual fund schemes not to invest in pre-IPO placement…

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Rupee hits all-time low: Currency breaches 89/$ mark for first time; steepest drop in over 3 months

[ad_1] The rupee logged its steepest single-day drop in more than three months on Friday, breaching the 89-per-dollar mark for the first time amid weak sentiment across domestic and global equity markets. The currency fell 78 paise intraday to 89.46 against the US dollar.At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 88.67 before…

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Digital mobility boost: Navi UPI links with ONDC to enable metro QR ticketing; service live in major cities, more to follow

[ad_1] Navi UPI links with ONDC to enable metro QR ticketing Navi UPI has partnered with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to offer QR-based metro ticketing through its app, expanding digital access for commuters in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. The service allows users to plan routes, book single or return journey QR tickets…

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Vande Bharat sleeper: When will Indian Railways launch the new train? Ashwini Vaishnaw shares important update

[ad_1] The new Vande Bharat sleeper train will look to offer superior comfort to Rajdhani Express trains on long-distance overnight routes. Vande Bharat sleeper train launch: Indian Railways is looking to launch the first Vande Bharat sleeper train soon, with the first prototype rake undergoing changes after trial runs. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said…

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Gold price prediction: What’s the outlook for November 21, 2025? Why gold faces resistance at Rs 1,22,850

[ad_1] A sustained move below ₹1,22,200 may trigger extended selling pressure in the upcoming session. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are showing an intraday weakening bias, and traders should look to sell on rise, says Jateen Trivedi, VP Research Analyst – Commodity and Currency, LKP Securities. Here is his strategy for gold…

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Pakistan’s economic forecast: GDP could grow 5%-6.5%; IMF flags corruption risks

[ad_1] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) highlighted persistent corruption challenges in Pakistan, warning that systemic weaknesses across state institutions could limit economic growth unless urgent reforms are undertaken, Dawn reported.The IMF’s Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA) is a prerequisite for its executive board to approve a $1.2 billion disbursement, expected next month. The report,…

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Tariff relief: Donald Trump drops 40% levies on Brazilian food imports including beef, coffee; official cites progress in talks

[ad_1] File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: AP) US President Donald Trump has withdrawn steep tariffs on a wide range of Brazilian food products — including beef, coffee, cocoa, fruits and tomatoes — in a major reversal of policies that had sharply increased costs for American consumers. The decision, announced on Thursday, removes…

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