UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan personally received Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport as the Indian leader departed for the Netherlands, underscoring close diplomatic ties. India’s ambassador Deepak Mittal said Modi’s short UAE visit produced investment announcements of over $5 billion (more than Rs 47,000 crore). A standout element is a first-ever UAE push into India’s banking sector, led by Emirates NBD’s $3 billion. Additional commitments include $1 billion each from ADIA for infrastructure via NIIF and from IHC into Samman Capital, alongside deepening energy cooperation.
Global investors including Temasek and Alpha Wave Global are negotiating a $1.3 billion investment in Adani Group’s airports business, valuing Adani Airport Holdings at about $18 billion. The consortium is expected to include four investors, though two identities are unverified. Talks face hurdles: Adani’s management wants a steep premium and has rejected requests for structured, assured returns. Any equity fundraise may also depend on a forthcoming US DOJ decision on bribery and fraud allegations against Gautam Adani.
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The PFRDA has revised NPS investment rules effective May 13, 2026, allowing pension funds to invest in rupee-denominated bonds issued by the New Development Bank. Until now, such foreign-bond options were limited to issuers like IBRD, IFC and ADB. Credit rating and maturity conditions remain largely unchanged, widening choices for both government and private NPS.
The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 37,500 crore scheme to expand surface coal and lignite gasification projects. The plan targets gasifying about 75 million tonnes of coal and is expected to pull in investments of up to Rs 3 lakh crore, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighting reduced import dependence as a key goal.
Nebius Group says revenue jumped to $399 million, nearly eight times higher, as demand for AI infrastructure and cloud services accelerates. The company is pouring money into GPUs and data center technology, betting on rapid capacity expansion. Analysts expect stronger data center growth, but warn that heavy capital spending could pressure profit margins even as shares rally.
Wipro Consumer Care Ventures has invested in pan-Asian food brand Moi Soi from Ceres Foods, with the deal value undisclosed and GVFL also participating. The brand plans to expand distribution in modern trade and quick commerce, broaden flavours, and strengthen branding. Moi Soi sells across D2C, quick commerce and retail, operating in multiple countries and delivering to thousands of pin codes.
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ASK Curated Luxury Asset Fund I has invested Rs 63 crore in Ananda Nilaya, a luxury villa project by a Goa-based developer in Arpora, North Goa. The development will offer 28 villas and is projected to generate up to Rs 360 crore in revenue, highlighting a high-stakes push into premium real estate.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first functional PM MITRA Park in Warangal, Telangana, on May 10, 2026. The project, built at ₹1,695.54 crore, aims to draw over ₹6,000 crore in investments and create 24,400+ jobs. Spanning 1,327 acres, it integrates the textile value chain with multimodal connectivity and sustainability features like ZLD wastewater treatment and a planned 10 MW solar plant.
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal has urged Indian industry to actively leverage newly signed free trade agreements, arguing they hold major trade and investment potential. He stressed that modern FTAs extend beyond tariff cuts, covering services and regulatory cooperation, which can build a more predictable environment for investors and improve business outcomes.
Mutual fund SIP inflows slipped 3% month-on-month to Rs 31,115 crore in April, down from a new peak of Rs 32,087 crore in March, according to AMFI data. The broader trend remains positive: April SIP inflows rose 18% year-on-year from Rs 26,400 crore in April 2025, signaling sustained long-term investor participation.
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Chennai-based mutual fund distributor Muthukrishnan Dhandapani, who manages Rahul Gandhi’s investments, says he stopped taking new clients about ten years ago. The advisor claims this decision likely cost him a tenfold rise in income, but he chose a strictly professional approach—avoiding favours and valuing contentment over scaling his business.
LIC invested nearly $2 billion in 10 companies in Q4 FY26, adding names like Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, and TCS. The purchases came even as markets faced volatility and growing fears about AI disrupting business models. Several of LIC’s selected stocks fell significantly during the same quarter, raising questions about how the insurer is timing risk and opportunity.
OnlyFans has struck a major financing deal, with Architect Capital buying a 16% stake for $535 million. The agreement implies a $3.15 billion valuation for the adult content platform that surged during the pandemic and helps creators earn via subscriptions. The company reportedly tops $1 billion in annual revenue, underscoring its staying power.
Tripura’s government held an investors’ roadshow in Guwahati to spotlight the state’s industrial potential and policy framework. At the event, over 58 Letters of Intent and Memorandums of Understanding were signed, collectively pointing to investments worth more than Rs 1322 crore. Officials say the response reflects rising confidence in Tripura’s business climate.
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Realty Income lifted its 2026 annual adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) forecast, pointing to strong market demand and higher investment activity. The company’s update signals growing confidence in cash flow performance amid continued interest in its real estate portfolio and acquisition pipeline. Investors are watching for whether this momentum sustains into the new forecast period.
Fairfax India plans to raise its stake in IIFL Capital to 51 percent, investing about 20 billion rupees. The capital infusion is expected to strengthen the firm’s financial base and fuel expansion across financial services. The move comes as brokerage and wealth management markets intensify competition, pushing players to scale and consolidate faster.
GCC-based NRIs are cutting back on Indian real estate and increasing allocations to equities and other financial assets. The shift is being driven by geopolitical uncertainty and a growing preference for structured, disciplined investing strategies. Even with lingering concerns, Indian equities are gaining traction as the go-to option for wealth creation.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi is set for a three day visit to Gujarat to attract investments and convert interest into signed MoUs. The outreach targets textiles, chemicals, metals, and pharmaceuticals, with an investor roadshow in Ahmedabad plus a visit to Mundra port, aiming to strengthen business linkages and momentum for new projects.
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SEBI has proposed allowing online bond platforms to offer overseas-listed debt products regulated under the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA). The plan is designed to widen retail and investor access to foreign debt while strengthening Gujarat’s GIFT City as an international finance hub. SEBI also wants these platforms to sell tax-saving bonds issued by state-owned companies.
Retail investors and HNIs in India are increasingly moving away from direct stock bets toward mutual funds, with direct ownership sliding to a five year low while mutual fund holdings hit records. The shift is being powered by strong SIP inflows and weaker FII participation, leaving domestic institutions more central to market stability—suggesting a durable change in how people invest.
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