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• NHPC Debuts With Muted Response

  Power producer NHPC's shares failed to enthuse retail investors when they opened for trading after India's largest initial share sale in 18 months, damping the prospects of forthcoming public issues.

• Singh: Global Financial Crisis Hurt India's Growth

  The global financial crisis that hit developed economies has also hurt India's growth, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said.

• India Exports Down for 10th Straight Month

  India's exports fell for the 10th straight month in July, data showed, but strong local demand continued to support manufacturing activity, according to a separate survey.

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  Disney Nabs Marvel Heroes

  Disney is buying Marvel in a $4 billion deal that adds a legion of superheroes to its durable family of children's favorites. The deal could herald a round of consolidation among struggling studios.

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• Maruti to Consider Raising Capacity

  Maruti Suzuki India may raise manufacturing capacity at one of its factories in northern India by at least 100,000 vehicles, the chairman of India's largest carmaker by sales said.

• India Plan Panel: Expect This Year Growth at 6.3%