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10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

10 IPO Checks Before You Invest

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Dig into the prospectus. Use the prospectus to understand the business and its risks.

India Pioneers Tokenised Corporate Bonds With Sebi's Demat 2.0 Pilot

India Pioneers Tokenised Corporate Bonds With Sebi's Demat 2.0 Pilot

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

India's markets regulator Sebi has launched 'Demat 2.0', a pilot project for tokenisation of corporate bonds, enabling atomic settlement through integration with RBI's wholesale CBDC. This new market infrastructure uses Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) to make bond issuance, trading, and settlement faster and more efficient. India is the first country to issue corporate bonds natively on a distributed ledger with central bank digital currency settlement. Additionally, RBI Governor announced new UPI innovations: 'Tap & Pay' for faster POS transactions and MyUPI, an AI-powered customer support solution.

OMCs Lose Rs 530 Crore Daily

OMCs Lose Rs 530 Crore Daily

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

'Elevated crude prices and unchanged domestic fuel prices would put pressure on the profitability and cash flows of OMCs.'

Mahindra Thar OG 2026: Enhanced Comfort, Same Price, More Capable

Mahindra Thar OG 2026: Enhanced Comfort, Same Price, More Capable

Rediff.com5 days ago

Mahindra has managed to deliver all these updates while retaining the starting ex-showroom price of 10.32 Lakh. And, that's a value play you rarely see in today's market, says Rajesh Karkera.

IndiGo raises travel charges for infants, unaccompanied minors

IndiGo raises travel charges for infants, unaccompanied minors

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

IndiGo, India's largest airline, has recently increased charges for several ancillary services, including infant travel and unaccompanied minors, citing rising operational costs and higher fuel prices. Domestic infant travel charges have risen to Rs 3,000, while unaccompanied minor services are now Rs 5,999 for domestic and Rs 12,999 for international flights.

Mutual funds' overseas equity holdings surged to Rs 93,602 crores in FY26

Mutual funds' overseas equity holdings surged to Rs 93,602 crores in FY26

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Indian mutual fund holdings in overseas equity securities increased by 37.5 per cent year-on-year to approximately '93,602 crore by March-end, according to RBI data. This growth is attributed to mark-to-market gains from a global market rally and heightened investor interest, with the US remaining the primary destination for these investments.

Sebi proposes new framework to manage options strike prices amid market volatility

Sebi proposes new framework to manage options strike prices amid market volatility

Rediff.com26 May 2026

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed a new framework to manage strike prices for options contracts, aiming to ensure continuous availability of suitable contracts even during sharp intraday market swings. This move addresses concerns that extreme price movements can leave traders without appropriate options for hedging or positioning.

Viksit Bharat: What Nirmala Sitharaman told India Inc

Viksit Bharat: What Nirmala Sitharaman told India Inc

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has called upon Indian industry to prioritise not just scale but also resilience, better governance, and deeper technological capabilities to achieve the 'Viksit Bharat' goal by 2047.

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 36.5% in August, Driven by Strong Demand

Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Surge 36.5% in August, Driven by Strong Demand

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India surged by 36.5 per cent year-on-year to 4,39,309 units in August, marking the highest ever sales for the month, according to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM).

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Flying Economy Costs More Than Ever

Rediff.com3 days ago

Economy passengers are paying more year-on-year while business travellers are paying less.

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, experienced their third consecutive day of declines, driven by a global selloff, escalating tensions in West Asia, and a subsequent rise in crude oil prices.

Indian Stocks Fall as West Asia Tensions Push Crude Oil Higher

Indian Stocks Fall as West Asia Tensions Push Crude Oil Higher

Rediff.com31 Aug 2026

Indian stock markets closed lower due to selling in IT and FMCG shares, triggered by renewed tensions in West Asia which led to a rally in crude oil prices and concerns over inflation and interest rates.

On Sep 8, rupee suffers sharpest decline in eight weeks

On Sep 8, rupee suffers sharpest decline in eight weeks

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

The Indian rupee experienced its sharpest single-day decline in eight weeks, settling at 94.83 per dollar, primarily due to escalating crude oil prices and persistent risk-off sentiment driven by heightened geopolitical tensions and limited foreign inflows.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opens red on geopolitical tensions, FII outflows

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty opens red on geopolitical tensions, FII outflows

Rediff.com27 May 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty traded lower amid volatile trends, influenced by escalating geopolitical uncertainties in West Asia and fresh outflows from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs).

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Rediff.com2 days ago

Delhi Police have apprehended the cousin of a man stabbed to death during an armed robbery, along with other accused and a juvenile. The cousin allegedly tipped off assailants about the victim's cash movements. The police used extensive CCTV and ANPR analysis to trace the culprits, recovering a significant portion of the stolen cash. Three other accused remain at large.

Traders Threaten Cash Pushback Over New UPI Transaction Fee

Traders Threaten Cash Pushback Over New UPI Transaction Fee

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

The central government has introduced a 0.4 per cent fee on UPI transactions exceeding Rs 2,000, prompting traders' associations to advocate for cash payments to avoid additional costs on digital payments. This move ends the zero-Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) regime, with traders expressing concerns about operating on tight margins and the potential for increased charges.

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Passenger Vehicle Exports Fall 17% in August Amid Domestic Sales Boom

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

India's passenger vehicle (PV) exports saw a 17 per cent year-on-year decline in August, contrasting sharply with a 36.5 per cent surge in domestic dispatches, which reached a record high for the month as automakers prepared for the festive season.

Sridhar Vembu: Why India Needs An Independent AI Strategy

Sridhar Vembu: Why India Needs An Independent AI Strategy

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

Zoho co-founder Sridhar Vembu argues that predictions of AI's catastrophic outcomes are overstated and a global pause in AI development is improbable. He urges India to adopt an independent AI strategy, focusing on extensive foundational R&D across sectors, while remaining wary of market monopolisation attempts by major tech players. Vembu also highlights concerns about AI's impact on human judgment, skill development, and job markets, particularly for junior professionals.

Civil Aviation Minister Highlights Immense Opportunities For MSMEs In India's Booming Aviation Sector

Civil Aviation Minister Highlights Immense Opportunities For MSMEs In India's Booming Aviation Sector

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced significant opportunities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) within India's rapidly expanding aviation sector. With Indian airlines ordering over 1,600 aircraft and the aerospace market projected to double by 2035, there's a massive scope for Indian suppliers to integrate into global aerospace supply chains, moving beyond assembly to design and manufacturing.

Will take steps to...: India reacts to US sanctions bill

Will take steps to...: India reacts to US sanctions bill

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

India has stated its commitment to protecting its economic interests and ensuring energy security after the US House of Representatives passed a bill allowing the US President to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries, including India and China, for purchasing Russian crude oil. The Ministry of External Affairs affirmed India's resolve to maintain diversified energy sourcing and has articulated its concerns to US interlocutors regarding the bill's potential implications.

F&O: When Trading Turns Into Gambling

F&O: When Trading Turns Into Gambling

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

88 per cent of individual traders lost money during FY26. Until we recognise gambling dressed up as option buying for what it is, we will keep treating the wrong disease, asserts Harsh Roongta.

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

What's This Chief Minister Up To?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2026

On the morning of September 8, Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar paid a surprise visit to the Agricultural Produce Market Committee at Yeshwanthpur in Bengaluru.

Passengers intercepted with Rs 1 crore military-grade drones at Delhi airport

Passengers intercepted with Rs 1 crore military-grade drones at Delhi airport

Rediff.com2 days ago

Three Indian passengers were intercepted at Delhi airport with 10 professional-grade drones, described as military-grade unmanned aerial vehicles, equipped with thermal imaging and laser range finders. The drones, valued at over Rs 1.03 crore, along with an iPhone 18 Pro Max, were recovered from passengers arriving from Hong Kong. The seizure was made by Customs officers based on intelligence, as the drones were brought into India without declaration or payment of duty.

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Noel Tata: We Hope RBI Will Find Common Ground With Us

Rediff.com2 days ago

Listing, according to Noel Tata, will fundamentally change how the company and the group have been working over the past 150 years.

No BIS, no sale from 2027: Smartphone screen protectors face new rule

No BIS, no sale from 2027: Smartphone screen protectors face new rule

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Indian government has made Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification compulsory for smartphone screen protectors, effective April 1, 2027. This move aims to ensure product quality, curb low-quality imports, and significantly boost domestic manufacturing, creating a substantial industry and job opportunities.

Pakistan is staring at lockdown due to fuel shortage

Pakistan is staring at lockdown due to fuel shortage

Rediff.com16 Sep 2026

Pakistan's government is exploring measures, including potential smart lockdowns and austerity, to reduce petroleum consumption. This comes after recent fuel price hikes driven by rising global oil prices and West Asia tensions, which have also raised concerns about oil supply disruptions. The government is also implementing a fuel relief scheme and faces public pressure over the price increases.

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Why Tata Sons IPO May Get Lower Valuation

Rediff.com6 days ago

Holding-company discounts and losses at key unlisted ventures could weigh on Tata Sons' IPO valuation, though its diversified portfolio may still command a premium.

US-Iran Negotiations, Crude Oil Prices to Dictate Indian Stock Market Trends

US-Iran Negotiations, Crude Oil Prices to Dictate Indian Stock Market Trends

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Indian stock markets are set to be influenced by developments in US-Iran negotiations, crude oil prices, and foreign investor activity in the upcoming holiday-shortened week, according to market analysts.

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

August Sees Record IPO Activity Despite Benchmark Index Declines

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

August 2026 witnessed a significant surge in India's primary market, with 21 mainboard initial public offerings (IPOs) raising approximately 21,000 crore, marking the highest monthly deal count of the year, even as benchmark indices experienced declines.

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Passenger Vehicle Sales Jump 21% in September, Driven by Festive Demand

Rediff.com12 hours ago

Domestic passenger vehicle dispatches in India are estimated to have grown by approximately 21 per cent to 4.60 lakh units in September, with major carmakers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, M&M, and Hyundai all reporting double-digit growth, driven by increased supplies for the upcoming peak festival season and healthy demand.

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

DDCA Employees Face Questioning In IPL Ticket Black-Marketing Probe

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Delhi Police have issued notices to two employees of the Delhi and District Cricket Association as part of an ongoing investigation into an IPL ticket black-marketing racket.

Finance Ministry Rejects US Influence Claims On UPI MDR

Finance Ministry Rejects US Influence Claims On UPI MDR

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

The Finance Ministry has refuted allegations that US pressure influenced the decision to levy a 0.4 per cent Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select UPI payments. The ministry clarified that the NPCI guidelines prioritise RuPay credit cards on UPI to promote domestic alternatives and ensure a self-sustaining revenue model for smaller domestic companies, countering claims of favouring foreign payment providers.

Nandan Nilekani calls for population-scale tokenisation infrastructure in India

Nandan Nilekani calls for population-scale tokenisation infrastructure in India

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani stressed the need for India to develop population-scale tokenisation infrastructure capable of handling billions of transactions, rather than merely focusing on issuing tokens. He highlighted the importance of interoperability, liquidity, and high volumes for tokenisation to expand across various asset classes and use cases.

UAE to Invest Additional $25 Billion in India, Deepening Economic Ties

UAE to Invest Additional $25 Billion in India, Deepening Economic Ties

Rediff.com2 days ago

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has expressed intent to invest an additional $25 billion in India, with an ultimate goal of reaching $100 billion in investments, Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced. This comes as both nations plan to enhance cooperation in shipping, ports, energy, and emerging technologies, against a backdrop of expanding bilateral trade.

India's Aerospace Boost: Tata Projects And MDS Aero Join Forces

India's Aerospace Boost: Tata Projects And MDS Aero Join Forces

Rediff.com3 days ago

Tata Projects has forged a strategic partnership with Canada-based MDS Aero Support Corporation to develop advanced aero-engine testing infrastructure in India. This collaboration combines Tata Projects' infrastructure capabilities with MDS Aero Support's global expertise in gas turbine engine testing, aiming to support India's rapidly growing aerospace and propulsion ecosystem.

Micron CEO Highlights India's Semiconductor Execution, Plans Massive Scale-Up

Micron CEO Highlights India's Semiconductor Execution, Plans Massive Scale-Up

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra announced plans to significantly scale up the company's chip assembly and testing facility in India, moving from "vision to execution" in the nation's semiconductor ambitions. He highlighted the success of the Sanand, Gujarat plant, which is already producing "Made in India" memory chips, and the company's substantial engineering contributions from its Indian centres. Mehrotra also emphasised the critical role of memory chips in the AI era, driving Micron's growth.

TVS Motor: Premium Two-Wheelers and Top Variants Drive Sales Growth

TVS Motor: Premium Two-Wheelers and Top Variants Drive Sales Growth

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

Indian two-wheeler buyers are increasingly opting for feature-rich, higher-end variants and premium motorcycles, driven by technology, safety, and easier access to finance, according to TVS Motor Company. The company is also exploring alternative electric motor technologies to secure its supply chain amidst growing EV penetration.

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

NSE IPO price band fixed at Rs 1,700-1,785; subscription opens on Sep 17

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has set its initial public offering (IPO) price band at Rs 1,700-1,785 per equity share, with the subscription period running from September 17 to September 21, aiming to raise up to Rs 22,569 crore.

Finance Ministry Clarifies UPI MDR Policy Amid US Pressure Allegations

Finance Ministry Clarifies UPI MDR Policy Amid US Pressure Allegations

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

The Finance Ministry has refuted allegations that US pressure influenced the decision to levy a 0.4% Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on select UPI payments. It clarified that NPCI guidelines prioritise RuPay credit cards on UPI to foster a domestic payment ecosystem and that the MDR introduction aims to create a sustainable revenue model for smaller domestic companies, thereby protecting India's sovereignty in digital payments.

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Rediff.com3 Sep 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices extended their losing streak for a fourth consecutive day, with the Sensex tumbling 417 points due to rising crude oil prices and a significant sell-off in IT stocks, impacting overall investor sentiment.