Day: August 4, 2026

Iran war drains US missile arsenal, fuels fears over weak China deterrence

RBI’s new fixed deposit rules for small finance banks will apply from October. The guidelines introduce advance-rate disclosures, uniform pricing, bulk-deposit rules and greater transparency.

‘Strongly condemn unprovoked attack’: India after cargo ship sinks in Yemeni waters

RBI’s August 2026 redemption calendar lists six Sovereign Gold Bond tranches eligible for premature exit after the mandatory five-year holding period. Investors must apply within the prescribed window, as missing the deadline means waiting for the next eligible redemption date.

Gold rises as oil extends slide to a second straight day, easing inflation fears

EPFO has urged members to verify and correct their Date of Joining and Date of Exit details to avoid delays in PF withdrawals and pension claims. The advisory explains online correction rules, Aadhaar-linked UAN updates and employer approval requirements for eligible subscribers.

ANAROCK study shows home prices and rental yields have risen together across India’s top housing markets since 2019. Noida, Gurugram, Bengaluru and Hyderabad emerge as the biggest winners for residential property investors.

Safilo H1 2026 slides: margins surge despite weak demand

SEBI’s new GARUDA framework cuts the launch time for eligible AIF schemes to 10 working days. Experts explain how the reform could benefit investors while keeping regulatory safeguards intact.

Pinnacle West Q2 2026 slides: strong sales offset margin pressure