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India's merchandise trade deficit widened to $30.4 billion in June. While gold imports fell 42% to $2 billion, a record electronics deficit of $8.4 billion pushed the gap higher. Nuvama noted, "Given oil prices are firming up, the overall trade deficit is also likely to remain high" in coming months.
Gold futures rose to ₹1,41,612 per 10 grams on July 14, 2026, as speculators created fresh positions. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, August contracts got a boost from firm spot demand. Analysts said fresh positions built up by participants led to the rise. Globally, gold prices also showed a positive trend.
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met Spanish Minister Jordi Hereu to discuss stronger trade and manufacturing ties. Goyal said, "If we are to really get the best out of the potential that the two countries hold, let's sit down and create a roadmap for the future."
Just Dial shares surged 13% on Tuesday, July 14, extending a four-day rally to 40%. The company reported its fastest revenue growth in eight quarters and announced a major leadership transition. Founder VSS Mani will step down on July 31, as new management prepares to deploy the firm's massive cash reserves.
Sensex fell 611.87 points to 77,004.53 and Nifty reached 24,041.85 on Tuesday. Rising crude oil prices and fresh foreign fund outflows hit investor sentiment. VK Vijayakumar said, "There are some headwinds blowing again which might impact the Indian market in the near-term." Most sectoral indices traded lower amid weak global markets.
July 31, 2026, is the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns for AY 2026-27. Missing this date leads to penalties up to Rs 5,000. Abhishek Soni said, "If you miss the original ITR filing due date, you can still file a belated return." You must file by December 31, 2026.
Lenders in India run standard checks that often lead to personal loan rejections. Banks said no because of low CIBIL scores, high existing debt, or errors in credit reports. Many people got rejected for applying to too many lenders at once. You can fix these issues by staying patient and stable.
Gold and silver prices opened higher on the Multi Commodity Exchange on Tuesday. MCX gold for August futures rose to ₹1,40,949 per 10 grams, while silver for September reached ₹2,18,333 per kg. Markets showed gains as investors bought at lower levels, even as they awaited key US inflation data this week.
The Hyderabad ITAT ruled that a gift from a mother is not an unexplained investment if the source is proved. In the case of Manikanta Prudhvi Prabhakar Jonnala, the Tribunal deleted an addition of ₹5.72 lakh. It said the tax department failed to show the gift transaction was not genuine.
Shell Plc announced the sale of Sprng Energy to Aditya Birla Renewables Ltd in July 2026 for $1.8 billion. Kumar Mangalam Birla said, "This acquisition brings together two highly complementary platforms and marks an important milestone." This deal helps the group reach its goal of building 20 GW of renewable capacity.
Tripura secured 342 MoUs worth Rs 1.21 lakh crore at the two-day "Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026" in Agartala. The state aims to become a major manufacturing and logistics hub. Over 2,000 delegates attended the event, which seeks to boost industrialization and create many new jobs for the local people.