The Indian rupee surged to 85.63 per dollar, erasing 2025 losses amid strong foreign inflows and exporter dollar sales. The currency gained 2.1% in March, outperforming Asian peers. Foreign portfolio investors bought $1.3 billion in stocks and bonds, supporting the rupee’s appreciation.
HDFC Defence Fund top performance chart in March with 22% return
HDFC Defence Fund topped equity mutual fund returns in March with 22%. PSU-themed funds followed, with Invesco India PSU Equity Fund and Aditya Birla SL