foreign fund managers

Non-Resident Indians can invest in Indian real estate, including residential and commercial properties, and land for construction, under FEMA rules. While agricultural land is restricted, NRIs can purchase apartments, offices, and plots. Key documents and tax compliance are essential, with specific deductions available for interest and principal payments. Payments must follow prescribed banking channels.

Uday Kotak, founder of Kotak Mahindra Bank, urged India to reduce its reliance on foreign capital and cultivate a robust domestic pool of long-term risk capital for true self-reliance. He emphasized that companies should prioritize building businesses with a three-to-five-year vision over short-term stock price fluctuations, advocating for stronger domestic private equity and venture capital ecosystems.

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S&P Global has said that the country has adequate financial buffers to manage a wider current account deficit that could emerge because of rising crude oil prices. India’s current account deficit has narrowed over the past few years, although fluctuations in global crude prices now pose a risk to that improvement.

SEBI chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey stated that Indian markets are resilient and can manage the volatility stemming from the West Asia crisis. He noted that domestic investors remain confident, with Odisha showing a higher SIP ratio than the national average. Pandey also highlighted SEBI's work on AI trading guidelines and advocated for municipal bonds to fund urban development.

Government has opened highway project bids to venture capital, private equity, infrastructure, and pension funds, a significant policy change. This move aims to attract substantial private investment by allowing these financially robust entities to partner with experienced construction firms.

The erosion in reserves reflects not only intervention by policymakers to support domestic currencies, but also valuation losses in non-dollar assets, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.

Persistent foreign fund outflows and the rupee sliding to record lows have further dampened sentiment, prompting investors to stay cautious and intensify selling across equity markets.

Stocks of several Adani Group firms, including Adani Enterprises, Adani Green, Adani Power, Adani Ports, Adani Energy and Adani Total Gas, rose by as much as 3.5% after the case was effectively closed the securities and wire alleged fraud case in New York.

Indian Hotels saw strong Q4FY26 results with revenue up 14% and profit by 15%, driven by robust hotel operations. UPL's Q4FY26 revenue grew 18%, but earnings were impacted by provisions. Oberoi Realty's Mumbai market shows promise, while PVR reported a 24% revenue jump. Nuvama's wealth and asset servicing segments are performing well.

China's blocking of Meta's $2 billion Manus AI acquisition signals a shift, making Singapore a less effective shield for Chinese tech firms seeking Western exits. Regulators intervened despite Manus's Singapore registration, barring founders from leaving the country. This move suggests Beijing's scrutiny now extends beyond incorporation, impacting future international ventures.

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Indian students are shifting their overseas education focus from traditional destinations like the US and UK to emerging European and Asian countries. Driven by industry relevance, affordability, and specialized courses, Germany, France, Japan, and South Korea are gaining popularity for their strong career pathways and technological advancements.

A rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain has infected an American doctor in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting the WHO to declare a public health emergency. The outbreak has spread to Uganda, with health experts citing delayed response due to initial misidentification of the virus. The US is enhancing screening and entry restrictions to prevent further spread.

India’s gold imports hit a record $71.98 billion in 2025-26, rising over 24% from $58 billion a year earlier. This was largely due to skyrocketing global gold prices, which have bumped up the value of imported gold.

Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of political vendetta after repeated ED actions in Punjab, including the arrest of AAP MP Ashok Tanwar. The agency's probe targets alleged financial irregularities, with searches extending to real estate firms. Punjab's CM condemned the ED's use as a political tool, while the opposition highlighted corruption concerns.

Fuel prices have increased across India. Petrol and diesel rates have gone up by Rs 3 per litre. Opposition parties are criticising the Modi government. They state that elections are over and price recovery has begun. This hike comes amid global energy price surges. India had previously absorbed these pressures. State-owned oil companies are now adjusting prices.

The US has sanctioned ten individuals and companies, including those in China and Hong Kong, for aiding Iran's drone and ballistic missile programs. These measures aim to curb Iran's military capabilities and its threat to regional shipping. The sanctions target entities involved in procuring weapons components and raw materials, with a warning to foreign firms engaged in illicit Iranian trade.