The government is considering a new gold-tracking mechanism that could link every purchased hallmarked jewellery article to its unique six-digit HUID number. The proposed system would allow retailers to mark an HUID as “sold” and flag possible duplicate or suspicious entries when old gold is resold.

The move could strengthen traceability in India's massive gold jewellery market, while also creating new compliance challenges for jewellers and retailers.

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#WATCH | A rescue operation is ongoing in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district after water and debris trapped several workers in a tunnel at a hydroelectric site. Although 18 workers have been saved so far, efforts continue. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasises prioritising safe evacuations.

#MintMarkets | Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today.

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#MintMarkets | As the markets remained under pressure, some stocks are likely to remain in focus on Friday due to their own positive/negative triggers.

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The Trump White House said in a new report that the US is losing $19 billion to $26 billion in tax revenue annually as countries route their exports through third countries to avoid US tariffs.

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#MintMarkets | Indian equity benchmarks opened lower on Friday, with the Sensex falling 176.53 points to 77,903.43, while the Nifty declined 33.95 points to 24,361.90.

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Independence Day: Since the ‘stroke of the midnight hour’ - 10 numbers that define India’s rise as a developing nation 🇮🇳

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India attained Independence at midnight on 14 August while Pakistan did earlier on the same day, marking the end of British Rule. Here's what we know about the arrangements of the transfer of power to the two nations.

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Four people died in Bihar's Gaya Ji district, allegedly of asphyxiation after inhaling toxic gas while repairing a motor inside a well. Bihar CM expressed grief over the incident and directed the concerned officials to provide an ex gratia of ₹4 lakh each to the kin of the deceased.

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A central function of the Constitution is to separate and delegate between the three branches of governance: legislature, executive and judiciary. The way Constitutions do this ultimately defines a country’s politics, society and even economics.

The Indian Constitution, in numbers https://www.livemint.com/news/india/the-indian-constitution-in-numbers-11579444816636.html

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted the nation on the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, marking his 13th consecutive Independence Day address from the Red Fort. 🇮🇳

From semiconductors and energy reforms to national security and self-reliance, here are the key takeaways from his speech 🇮🇳
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AI training, free coaching, Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan and more: PM Modi announces new initiatives for youth from Red Fort.

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PM Modi announces plans to train 1 crore youth in AI skills over the next year, while highlighting India’s rapid growth in startups and the bio-economy.

Did you know? 🇮🇳 Jawaharlal Nehru did not unfurl the national flag at the Red Fort on August 15, 1947.

Here's why 🇮🇳
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Seventy-nine years later, India is the world's most populous country, one of the world's largest economies and a major digital and technological power. This eight-decade-long transformation can perhaps best be understood through numbers.

Here are 10 numbers that tell the story of how India has changed since Independence 🇮🇳

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SCSS offers retirees a fixed-income investment with government backing, quarterly payouts, and an attractive interest rate.

Here's what retirees need to know about extending their account 👇
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#IndependenceDay 2026: In the last eight decades, Indian general elections have evolved from an exercise involving a few hundred million people to a gigantic logistical operation involving nearly one billion voters.

How Indian elections have evolved since 1947 🇮🇳
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#MintMarkets | Sumeet Bagadia recommends these three Independence Day stock picks.

Should you buy?
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Uttarakhand Disaster Management Minister Madan Kaushik said earlier that one of the three missing workers was found on Saturday but was declared dead at the hospital, while the search for the remaining two workers is underway.

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Take a look at important deadlines and due dates for the next few months, as it will help taxpayers in proper tax planning and meeting the remaining deadlines, thus ensuring meaningful compliance with tax authorities.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/income-tax-calendar-2026-8-key-tax-deadlines-from-august-to-december-every-taxpayer-should-know-11786846676146.html