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Sensex Ends Flat, Nifty Slightly Lower as Sectoral Tug-of-War Keeps Market Rangebound
Indian stock markets closed on a mixed and flat note, with the Sensex slipping around 135 points while the Nifty ended marginally lower. The overall market showed a clear lack of strong direction as gains in broader markets were offset by weakness in select heavyweight sectors.
Stock Market Closes Lower Amid US-Iran Uncertainty; Smallcaps Outperform
Indian stock markets ended lower on Thursday after giving up early gains, as investors remained cautious amid global uncertainty and sectoral weakness.
Government May Receive Up to ₹3.2 Lakh Crore RBI Dividend, Yet Budget Gap Concerns Persist
Reserve Bank of India is fiscal year mein government ko ek record dividend transfer kar sakta hai. Reports ke mutabik, RBI ka surplus transfer ₹2.9 lakh crore se ₹3.2 lakh crore ke beech ho sakta hai.
Trent Sensex Exit Watch: Hindalco or Shriram Finance May Enter in June Rejig
Tata Group retail stock Trent is in focus ahead of the upcoming BSE Sensex reshuffle announcement expected on May 22. According to Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research, Trent may be removed from the 30-stock benchmark index due to a decline in its free-float market capitalisation after recent...
FIIs Cut Exposure in Indian Bluechip Stocks! Warning Sign for the Market or Just Portfolio Rebalancing?
A major shift has quietly been taking place in the Indian stock market over the last few years. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) are steadily reducing their exposure to India’s top bluechip companies. In March 2022, FIIs held nearly 41% allocation in India’s top 10 bluechip stocks, but by Marc...
PM Modi’s 5-Nation Tour Brings Massive Investment Push, India Secures ₹3.5 Lakh Crore Plans
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent five-nation diplomatic tour has delivered a major boost to India’s investment and strategic partnership goals. According to reports, India secured fresh investment commitments and expansion plans worth nearly ₹3.5 lakh crore during the visit.
Sensex Rises 300+ Points, Nifty Crosses 23,850 as Crude Oil Prices Fall
Indian stock markets traded strongly higher on Thursday, with the Sensex gaining over 300 points and the Nifty moving above the 23,850 mark. The rally was mainly driven by a sharp fall in global crude oil prices and rising hopes of a possible US-Iran peace agreement.
Iran War Impact: Nayara & Shell Lose Fuel Market Share While RIL-BP Gains Momentum
India’s fuel retail market is witnessing a major shift after the Iran war triggered volatility in global crude oil prices. Private fuel retailers Nayara Energy and Shell lost significant market share in April after sharply increasing petrol and diesel prices to reduce mounting losses. Consumers shif...
Adani Power Expands Big: Buys JP Power Stake & Churk Plant in ₹4,193 Crore Deal
Adani Power has signed major agreements to acquire a 24% stake in Jaiprakash Power Ventures along with the 180 MW Churk thermal power plant in Uttar Pradesh. The total deal value is estimated at more than ₹4,193 crore.
Mukesh Ambani’s $4 Billion Jio Platforms IPO Faces Delay Amid Iran War & Market Volatility
India’s biggest upcoming IPO may take longer than expected. Reliance Industries has reportedly slowed down preparations for the much-awaited Jio Platforms IPO due to rising geopolitical tensions linked to the Iran conflict and increasing market volatility.
India Successfully Meets Record Peak Power Demand of 260.45 GW Amid Rising Temperatures
India has successfully met a record peak power demand of 260.45 gigawatts (GW) as temperatures continue to rise across several parts of the country. The achievement comes at a time when increasing heatwaves have significantly boosted electricity consumption, especially due to higher usage of air con...
Air India’s ₹3,300+ Crore Fleet Makeover Faces Pressure as Losses Rise Amid Tata’s Revival Push
Nearly four years after the Tata Group took control of Air India, the airline is undergoing one of its biggest transformations in decades. From redesigned cabins and upgraded seats to Premium Economy sections and modern entertainment systems, Air India is investing heavily to rebuild its image and c...
Sensex Recovers Nearly 790 Points From Day’s Low, Nifty Closes Above 23,650 Amid Volatile Trading
Indian stock markets witnessed a highly volatile session as benchmark indices recovered sharply after opening deep in the red. The Sensex rebounded nearly 790 points from its intraday low, while the Nifty managed to close above the 23,650 mark, signaling resilience despite multiple global and domest...
Iran Oil Shock Could Push India Faster Towards Ethanol & EVs — Tata, Mahindra And Hero Back Big Shift
Rising tensions in the Middle East and fears of higher crude oil prices are now accelerating India’s push towards ethanol-blended fuel and electric vehicles (EVs). According to recent reports, India’s dependence on imported oil creates a massive economic burden, and the ongoing Iran-related energy s...
Indian Rupee Hits Record Low Of 96.90 Against US Dollar — Is More Pressure Coming?
The Indian rupee has fallen to a historic low of 96.90 against the US dollar in early trade, marking one of the sharpest currency declines seen in recent years. The fall comes amid rising global uncertainty, elevated crude oil prices, foreign investor outflows, and continued geopolitical tensions in...
PM Modi Gifts Melody Toffee To Italy PM Giorgia Meloni — Viral Moment Wins Internet
A light-hearted diplomatic moment between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has gone viral on social media after PM Modi gifted India’s popular Melody toffee to Meloni during their meeting.
HDFC Bank Introduces 2-Day Work From Home For Select Employees Amid Fuel Saving Push
India’s largest private lender, HDFC Bank, has reportedly introduced a temporary two-day work-from-home (WFH) policy for employees working in business and corporate enabling functions. The arrangement has come into effect immediately and is expected to remain in place for the next 30 days before bei...
Sensex Recovers 450 Points From Day’s Low — Is Smart Money Buying The Dip Again?
Indian stock markets showed a strong recovery after a sharp morning sell-off, with the Sensex bouncing nearly 450 points from the day’s low and the Nifty climbing back above the 23,550 mark. Early weakness in the market was mainly triggered by rising global tensions, high crude oil prices, weak rupe...