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Sensex Crashes 983 Points, Nifty Slips Below 23,900 as IT Sell-Off and Oil Shock Hit Markets
Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on 24 April 2026, with the Sensex falling 982.71 points to 76,681.29 and the Nifty closing 275.10 points lower at 23,897.95. This marks the third straight session of decline, as investors reacted to rising crude prices and heavy selling in IT stocks.
After Tariff Wars, Trump Opens New Front Against China AI and Defence Become the Next Battlefield
The US–China rivalry is now moving beyond tariffs and trade into a far bigger battlefield: artificial intelligence and defence technology. A fresh White House memo has accused China of trying to extract intellectual property from American AI systems, making AI the new centre of geopolitical competit...
Big Political Shock: Raghav Chadha Quits AAP, Set to Join BJP with Key MPs
In a major political development, Raghav Chadha has officially resigned from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and is set to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The move is being seen as a massive setback for AAP, especially in the Rajya Sabha, where the party’s strength could be significantly impacted.
Jet Fuel Crisis Hits Indian Airlines: Iran Conflict Pushes Airfares Higher, Costs Surge
India’s aviation sector is facing a major cost shock as rising jet fuel prices—triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East—begin to impact airlines and passengers alike.
India’s Net FDI Hits 45-Month High at $4.6 Billion, Breaks 6-Month Negative Streak
India witnessed a strong revival in foreign investment flows as net FDI surged to $4.6 billion in February 2026, marking the highest level in 45 months and breaking a six-month negative streak. This is the strongest monthly reading since May 2022, according to RBI-linked data.
Vodafone Idea Awaits AGR Relief Outcome Soon, CEO Signals Clarity Ahead
Vodafone Idea (Vi) CEO Abhijit Kishore has said that the long-pending AGR dues reassessment outcome is expected very soon, with the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) committee currently finalising the review. This update is extremely important because AGR dues remain one of the biggest overhang...
Infosys Falls Over 5%, Becomes Top Nifty Loser After Weak FY27 Guidance
Infosys shares came under heavy selling pressure today, falling over 5% intraday and emerging as the top loser on the Nifty 50 despite reporting a strong Q4 profit. The major concern for investors is the company’s weak FY27 revenue guidance of 1.5%–3.5% constant currency growth, which came below Str...
Indian Airlines Face Jet Fuel Crisis as Oil Shock Deepens — Airfares May Rise Soon
India’s aviation sector is facing a major cost shock as crude oil prices continue rallying above $100–$110 per barrel, sharply increasing aviation turbine fuel (ATF) costs. According to the latest ET report, airlines like IndiGo and Air India may soon be forced to increase ticket prices and review r...
Rupee Drops 24 Paise to 94.25 Against Dollar in Early Trade Amid Oil Surge
The Indian rupee continued its weak trend on 24 April 2026, falling 24 paise to 94.25 against the US dollar in early trade. This marks the fifth straight session of decline, as rising crude oil prices and Middle East tensions continue to pressure the currency.
Sensex Falls 400+ Points, Nifty Near 24,100 as Iran–US Tensions and Oil Surge Hit Markets
Indian stock markets remained under pressure on 24 April 2026, with the Sensex dropping over 400 points and the Nifty slipping near the 24,100 zone as geopolitical worries intensified. The key trigger behind the sell-off is the escalation in Iran–US tensions, which has pushed crude oil prices sharpl...
Crude Oil Nears $110, Extends 5-Day Rally as Iran War Tensions Escalate
Global crude oil prices continued their sharp rally on 24 April 2026, with Brent crude moving close to $110 per barrel and extending gains for the fifth straight session. The surge is being driven by rising tensions around Iran and fresh supply concerns linked to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the wor...
HDFC Bank Warns Customers Against Using Cards for Overseas Property & Stock Deals
HDFC Bank has issued an important advisory asking customers not to use credit cards, debit cards, or forex cards for capital account transactions abroad, such as buying foreign stocks, booking overseas property, opening offshore bank accounts, or setting up companies outside India.
Jio Financial and Allianz Form 50:50 JV for Health & General Insurance in India
Jio Financial Services has entered into a 50:50 joint venture with Allianz Group to launch general and health insurance services in India. The binding agreement formalizes the partnership first announced in 2025 and targets India’s rapidly growing ₹3.34 lakh crore insurance market.
Adani Energy Q4 Profit Rises 6% to ₹684 Crore, Revenue Jumps 17%
Adani Energy Solutions reported a steady Q4 FY26 performance, with consolidated net profit rising 6% YoY to ₹684 crore. The company also posted strong top-line growth, with revenue from operations increasing 17% to ₹7,443 crore.
Infosys Q4 Profit Jumps 21% to ₹8,501 Crore, ₹25 Dividend Declared
India’s IT major Infosys reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with consolidated net profit rising 21% YoY to ₹8,501 crore. Revenue from operations also grew 13% to ₹46,402 crore, showing resilient business momentum despite global macro uncertainty.
Sensex Slips 757 Points, Nifty Ends Below 24,400 as IT Sell-Off Hits Markets
Indian stock markets snapped their three-day winning streak on 22 April 2026, with the Sensex closing 756.84 points lower at 78,516.49 and the Nifty falling 198.5 points to 24,378.10. The biggest reason behind the decline was heavy selling in IT stocks, led by weakness in large-cap tech names.
India’s Crude Oil Output Falls for 11th Straight Year, Import Dependence Deepens
India’s domestic crude oil production has declined for the 11th consecutive year in FY 2025–26, raising fresh concerns over the country’s growing dependence on energy imports. Alongside crude oil, natural gas production has also fallen for the second straight year, highlighting structural challenges...
India ‘Tough Nut to Crack’: US Trade Representative Flags Challenges After 3-Day Trade Talks
The latest round of high-level trade negotiations between India and the United States has concluded in Washington, highlighting both progress and persistent challenges in finalizing a bilateral trade agreement.