NEW DELHI, India — SEBI’s new nomination rules for demat accounts and mutual funds will come into effect from September 1, 2026, bringing a revised framework under which investors can name up to three nominees for a single-holder demat account or mutual fund folio. The changes are aimed at simplifying the transfer of investments after an investor’s death and reducing the accumulation of unclaimed assets.
Om Birla’s Emotional Appeal to Opposition: “Let the House Function”
NEW DELHI, India — Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla made an emotional appeal to political parties on Monday, August 10, urging floor leaders to cooperate in restoring the functioning of Parliament amid repeated disruptions during the Monsoon Session. Birla called for Question Hour, discussion on key Bills and meaningful debate on issues affecting the public.
Paytm Share Price Jumps 9%: Bernstein Sets ₹2,200 Target, What’s Next?
NEW DELHI, India — Paytm shares jumped nearly 9% during Monday’s trading session after global brokerage Bernstein raised its target price for One97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, to ₹2,200 from ₹1,500. The brokerage retained its ‘Outperform’ rating, citing the potential introduction of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) on certain UPI transactions and stronger earnings prospects for the fintech company.
Gold, Silver Price Today: Gold Slips From 7-Week High, Check Rates
NEW DELHI, India — Gold prices slipped on Monday, August 10, 2026, after rising to a seven-week high, as investors booked profits and looked ahead to US inflation data for fresh signals on the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate direction. Silver, meanwhile, held above $63 per ounce in the international market as precious metals remained supported after last week’s upside breakout.
India vs Sri Lanka 1st Test: Galle Pitch, Weather and Expected XI
GALLE, Sri Lanka — India and Sri Lanka are set to begin their two-match Test series on August 15, 2026, at the Galle International Cricket Stadium, with the opening match scheduled through August 19. The series forms part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle and will test both teams in conditions expected to increasingly favour spin as the match progresses.
Sarfaraz Khan Replaces Sai Sudharsan for Sri Lanka Tests
NEW DELHI, India — Sarfaraz Khan has been named as Sai Sudharsan’s replacement in India’s squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against Sri Lanka after Sudharsan was ruled out with a right toe stress reaction. The first Test is scheduled to begin on August 15 in Galle, with the second Test set to be played from August 23 at the SSC in Colombo.




