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Rupee Slides 34 Paise to 94.12 Against Dollar as Crude Crosses $100
The Indian rupee weakened sharply in early trade, sliding 34 paise to 94.12 against the US dollar, as rising crude oil prices and fresh West Asia tensions weighed heavily on sentiment. This marks the fourth straight session of decline for the domestic currency.
India Set for Biggest-Ever Defence Deal: $8 Billion Germany Submarine Pact Likely in 90 Days
India is moving closer to its largest-ever defence agreement, with a $8 billion submarine deal with Germany expected to be signed within the next 90 days. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said he is “very confident” that the agreement will be finalized soon.
Sensex Slides 600 Points, Nifty Drops Below 24,200 as Crude Crosses $100
Indian stock markets remained under heavy pressure today, with the Sensex falling around 600 points and the Nifty slipping below the key 24,200 level in early trade. The biggest trigger behind the sell-off was Brent crude surging above $100 and touching nearly $104 per barrel, driven by fresh tensio...
10 Smallcap Stocks Surge Up to 99% in April Alone Massive Comeback After Crash
India’s smallcap space is witnessing a stunning rebound in April, with select stocks delivering gains of up to 79%–99% in a single month, making it one of the sharpest recoveries seen recently.
HSBC Downgrades India to ‘Underweight’ as Rising Oil Prices Cloud Growth Outlook
HSBC has downgraded Indian equities to “Underweight” from “Neutral”, citing rising crude oil prices and growing geopolitical risks as key concerns for the market outlook. This is the second downgrade in less than a month, which has raised concerns among investors.
Petrol & Diesel Prices May Jump ₹25–28/L After Elections Next Week: Kotak Report
A major fuel price shock may be around the corner for Indian consumers. According to a Kotak Institutional Equities report, petrol and diesel prices could rise by ₹25–28 per litre starting next week after the Bengal and Tamil Nadu elections conclude on April 29.
Zerodha Shuts Down Zero1 Creator Network Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
India’s leading discount broker Zerodha has decided to shut down its Zero1 Network programme for creators, citing regulatory uncertainty as the key reason. The initiative was built as a partnership model with finance creators and content producers to simplify money education through storytelling and...
Trent Q4 Profit Jumps 30% to ₹455 Crore, Announces 1:2 Bonus Shares and ₹6 Dividend
Tata Group’s retail giant Trent Ltd reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with profit after tax rising 30% YoY to ₹455 crore. The results came in line with the company’s strong retail momentum driven by Zudio and Westside expansion.
Sensex Tanks 700+ Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,400 as IT Stocks Drag the Market
Indian stock markets came under heavy pressure today, with the Sensex falling over 700 points and the Nifty slipping below the crucial 24,400 mark during the session. The sell-off was largely led by a sharp crash in IT stocks, especially after HCL Tech’s weak Q4 results and soft FY27 guidance.
IT Layoffs and Hiring Slowdown Hit Housing Sales in Tech Cities, Homebuyers Press Pause
Housing sales across India’s major tech-driven markets such as Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, and Gurugram are witnessing a slowdown as IT layoffs and weaker hiring sentiment impact buyer confidence.
HCL Tech Stock Crashes Over 8% After Q4 Miss, Weak FY27 Guidance Sparks Brokerage Downgrades
HCL Technologies shares witnessed a sharp sell-off today, falling more than 8–9% intraday, after the company reported a weaker-than-expected Q4 performance and issued soft FY27 guidance.
Tata Investment Shares Jump After Strong Q4 Results, Dividend Announcement in Focus
Tata Investment Corporation shares surged over 5% in today’s trade after the company reported strong Q4 FY26 earnings and announced a dividend, boosting investor sentiment.
Iran Tankers Go Dark, Bypass US Blockade with Crude — Global Oil Supply Fears Rise
At least two fully loaded Iranian oil tankers reportedly switched off their tracking systems (“went dark”) and successfully moved past the US naval blockade, carrying crude oil into the Arabian Sea. The ships are estimated to be transporting up to 4 million barrels, and are part of a larger flotilla...
NSE IPO Back on Track: SEBI Panel Clears ₹1,800 Crore Settlement Proposal
India’s most-awaited IPO may finally be moving closer to reality. The SEBI expert panel has cleared NSE’s ₹1,800 crore settlement proposal, removing a major hurdle that had delayed the exchange’s listing for years.
Sensex Cracks 800 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,400 Despite Trump’s Iran Ceasefire Extension
Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp sell-off on Wednesday as the Sensex tumbled over 800 points and the Nifty slipped below 24,400, even after Donald Trump announced an extension to the Iran war ceasefire deadline.
Sensex Soars 753 Points, Nifty Closes Above 24,550 Banks & FMCG Lead Strong Rally
Indian stock markets extended their gains for the third straight session, with the Sensex jumping 753 points and the Nifty closing above the crucial 24,550 mark.
India Should Aim for 100% Ethanol Blending, Says Nitin Gadkari Big Push for Energy Self-Reliance
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has said that India should now aim for 100% ethanol blending in the near future, calling it a crucial step toward energy self-reliance amid rising global oil risks.
UN Projects India’s Economy to Grow 6.4% in 2026, Among Fastest-Growing Major Economies
The United Nations has projected India’s economy to grow at 6.4% in 2026, reinforcing its position as one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world.