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India’s Pharma Exports Cross $31 Billion in FY26 Despite Sharp March Slump
India’s pharmaceutical exports showed strong resilience in FY26, rising over 2% year-on-year to $31.11 billion, even after witnessing a sharp decline in March.
Rupee Falls 16 Paise to 93.32 Against US Dollar as Dollar Strength and Oil Risks Weigh
The Indian rupee weakened by 16 paise in early trade to 93.32 against the US dollar on Tuesday, as a stronger greenback and persistent concerns around crude oil prices kept pressure on the domestic currency.
Silver ETF Gains vs Equity Losses: Can Investors Legally Set Off Tax? Here’s What the Rules Say
Investors booking profits in silver ETFs often have one common question — can these gains be adjusted against losses from equity investments?
Sensex Jumps 600 Points, Nifty Crosses 24,500 as Oil Prices Ease and Global Cues Turn Positive
Indian stock markets opened sharply higher on Tuesday, with the Sensex rising over 600 points to 79,120 and the Nifty climbing 167 points to 24,531 in early trade.
PNB Housing Shares Surge After Strong Q4 — Why Morgan Stanley and Brokerages Remain Bullish
PNB Housing Finance shares jumped sharply after the company reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance, with net profit rising 19% YoY to ₹656 crore.
Nifty Bears Missed the Dip Rally — Will Trump Give Investors a Second Chance?
Indian equities have staged a sharp comeback this month, leaving many bearish investors regretting that they did not buy the recent dip.
TCS Nashik Row: Small Unit, Big Trouble — FIR Trail and How It Drew National Scrutiny
A small TCS Nashik BPO unit, with just around 170 employees, has come under massive national scrutiny after multiple FIRs were filed alleging workplace misconduct, harassment, and hostile work conditions.
Vedanta Confirms Demerger Scheme to Be Effective from May 1, 2026 — Big Value Unlocking Move Ahead
Vedanta Ltd has confirmed that its long-awaited demerger scheme will become effective from May 1, 2026, marking a major restructuring milestone for the company.
US–Iran–Israel Tensions Escalate Again as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens, Ceasefire Talks Under Pressure
Tensions between the US, Iran, and Israel have once again intensified as the fragile ceasefire situation comes under severe stress.
Big Strategic Move: India Plans Oil Pipeline to Sri Lanka, Countering China’s Influence
India is making a major geopolitical move by accelerating plans for a cross-border oil pipeline with Sri Lanka, aimed at strengthening its presence in the Indian Ocean region and countering China’s growing energy footprint on the island nation.
Closing Bell: Sensex Ends Flat, Nifty Holds 24,350 Amid Volatility
Indian stock markets closed almost flat on April 20, 2026, after a highly volatile trading session. The Sensex closed at 78,520.30, up 26.76 points (0.03%), while the Nifty ended at 24,364.85, gaining 11.30 points (0.05%).
Air India Rolls Out Premium Makeover: New Cabins, Lounges & Aircraft to Drive Higher Revenue
Air India has started a major premium transformation drive aimed at attracting high-value travelers and boosting profitability. The airline is investing around $400 million (₹3,622 crore) to upgrade its in-flight experience, especially on older Boeing 787 and 777 aircraft.
Sensex Recovers 650 Points from Day’s Low, Nifty Near 24,450 as Markets Bounce Back
Indian markets staged a strong intraday recovery, with the Sensex bouncing nearly 650 points from its day’s low and the Nifty moving close to the 24,450 mark. The rebound came after early weakness as investors returned to quality stocks and short covering intensified.
IEX Shares Fall Over 6% as CERC’s New Market Coupling Draft Sparks Fresh Concerns
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) shares came under pressure today, falling more than 6% intraday to around ₹127.50, after the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released its latest draft on market coupling norms.
ICICI Bank Shares Jump 2% After Strong Q4; Brokerages See Up to 23% Upside
ICICI Bank shares gained nearly 2% in today’s trade, touching around ₹1,369, after the bank reported a strong Q4 FY26 performance. Net profit rose 8.5% YoY to ₹13,702 crore, while net interest income (NII) increased 8.4% to ₹22,979 crore.
US Seizes Iranian Cargo Ship Near Hormuz, Tehran Vows Retaliation
Tensions in West Asia have escalated sharply after the US Navy seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. Reports say the vessel, identified as TOUSKA, was intercepted after allegedly attempting to breach the ongoing US naval blockade around Iranian-linked ports.
Not TCS, Not Infosys: Wipro Offers 5.4% Dividend Yield and ₹15,000 Cr Buyback
Wipro is emerging as a strong contender among blue-chip IT stocks, focusing heavily on rewarding shareholders. The company is currently offering an attractive dividend yield of around 5.4%, making it appealing for income-focused investors.
Yes Bank Q4 Results: Profit Crosses ₹1000 Cr, Margins Improve, Asset Quality Strengthens
Yes Bank ne apne Q4 results mein strong financial performance dikhayi hai, jahan bank ka net profit ₹1000 crore ke upar pahunch gaya. Yeh growth pichle saal ke mukable kaafi strong rahi, jo bank ke turnaround story ko aur solid banati hai.