Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) services remain unavailable beyond the scheduled July 1 deadline due to a planned database consolidation and software upgrade. This outage, affecting member and employer portals, prevents access to crucial functions like claim submission and e-passbook. Meanwhile, a new EPF Scheme, 2026, has been notified, introducing digital reforms and simplified withdrawal rules, alongside initiatives to address past compliance issues.

Digital payment volumes saw a slight dip in June, with UPI transactions falling 2.1% month-on-month. Despite this, daily UPI activity remained robust, and year-on-year growth continues to impress. Other payment systems like FASTag and IMPS also experienced sequential declines, though yearly figures show mixed trends, indicating a dynamic digital payments landscape.

India's passenger vehicle sector kicked off FY27 with robust June sales, fueled by strong demand for SUVs and EVs. Tata Motors saw a remarkable 69% surge, driven by popular models and record EV figures. Maruti Suzuki maintained its lead with a 19.3% increase, while Mahindra & Mahindra also reported significant growth. Despite a temporary production setback, Hyundai's domestic sales remained strong.

Foreign investors returned as net buyers in June, injecting $531 million into Indian markets after a period of outflows. This positive shift was driven by substantial inflows into sovereign debt, totaling $5.8 billion, which more than compensated for continued equity selling. The debt market's strong performance signals renewed international confidence in Indian government securities.

Private equity and venture capital investments saw a slight dip of 5% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, reaching $17.5 billion. Despite global uncertainties, investors deployed substantial capital, particularly in data centers and NBFCs. Late-stage companies attracted the largest share of funding, indicating continued confidence in established businesses. Overall, the sector demonstrated resilience, with significant deals driving investment activity.