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Jio Platforms IPO: QIB Portion Fully Subscribed at Nearly 2x
Mukesh Ambani-led Jio Platforms’ ₹30,213 crore IPO received a strong response from institutional investors on its opening day. On October 21, 2026, the Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIB) portion was subscribed nearly two times, highlighting significant interest from large institutional investors.
Sensex Gains 800 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,050; IT Stocks Rally
Indian stock markets showed positive momentum on October 21, 2026. During morning trade, the Sensex gained around 800 points, while the Nifty 50 crossed the 23,050 mark. Buying in IT stocks, strong quarterly results and optimism over a potential India-US trade deal supported market sentiment.
HD Fire Protect IPO Makes Strong Debut with 23% Listing Gain!
HD Fire Protect made a strong stock market debut on October 21, 2026. Its shares listed at ₹334.40 on the BSE, compared to the IPO issue price of ₹271 per share, delivering a listing gain of approximately 23.3% to investors who received an allotment.
Paras Healthcare IPO: Anchor Investors Invest ₹652.5 Crore Ahead of Public Issue
Paras Healthcare’s ₹1,450 crore IPO opened for subscription on October 21, 2026. Before the public issue, the company raised ₹652.5 crore from anchor investors, including domestic mutual funds and global investors.
Jio Platforms IPO Opens Today: ₹30,213 Crore Issue Attracts Investor Attention
Jio Platforms, backed by Reliance Industries, has opened its much-awaited IPO for public subscription on October 21, 2026. The company aims to raise ₹30,213 crore, making it India’s largest-ever IPO. The price band is fixed at ₹1,065–₹1,119 per share, with subscription closing on October 23. The IPO...
US–India Trade Deal in Focus as Negotiations Continue
Negotiations on the proposed US–India trade deal remain in focus as both countries continue discussions on trade, energy cooperation, and investment. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting India on October 20, 2026, with bilateral relations and trade-related issues among the key topics on the...
RBI Announces ₹1 Lakh Crore Liquidity Support for Banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducted a ₹1 lakh crore Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction on October 19, 2026, to support liquidity management in the banking system. The move came as short-term borrowing rates rose above the RBI's policy repo rate amid tighter liquidity conditions ahead of the fest...
Financial Inclusion Campaign to Run from October 21
The Ministry of Finance is set to conduct a nationwide Financial Inclusion Campaign from October 21 to December 31, 2026. The campaign aims to expand access to banking and government-backed financial security schemes across rural and urban areas. It will focus on increasing enrolment in key social s...
HDFC Bank Shares Fall Nearly 2% Despite Profit Growth
HDFC Bank shares declined nearly 2% on October 19, 2026, despite the bank reporting a 4.6% year-on-year increase in Q2 FY27 net profit to ₹19,510 crore. Investors remain focused on net interest margins, provisions and future growth prospects.
Trump’s Temporary Russian Oil Relief
The US administration’s temporary relief related to Russian oil has drawn attention to global crude oil prices and its potential implications for India. Following the announcement, international crude oil prices declined, highlighting how changes in US policy can influence energy markets and investo...
4 IPOs Closing Today! Which IPO Has the Highest GMP?
Today, October 19, 2026, is an important day for IPO investors, as five IPOs are scheduled to close their subscription windows.
India's Forex Reserves Fall by $8.58 Billion to $726 Billion
India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $8.58 billion to $726.03 billion in the week ended October 9. This marks the fifth consecutive weekly decline, bringing reserves nearly $59.68 billion below their record high of $785.71 billion recorded on September 4.
New Forex Rules: Banks Told Not to Convert Foreign Currency Without Permission
India’s foreign exchange system is set to become more transparent for exporters and individuals receiving payments from abroad. The Foreign Exchange Dealers’ Association of India (FEDAI) has advised banks not to convert incoming foreign currency into Indian rupees without specific instructions from...
BIG RELIEF FOR INDIA! US Grants Waiver on Russia-Related Sanctions
The Donald Trump administration has granted a waiver on certain Russia-related sanctions provisions, potentially offering relief to countries like India that import Russian oil and gas.
Elon Musk Unveils Flying Tesla Roadster in Collaboration with SpaceX
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has unveiled the long-awaited next-generation Tesla Roadster in a dramatic demonstration that looked straight out of a sci-fi movie.
India's Yes Bank AT-1 ruling won't impact ratings despite earnings hit, S&P says
S&P Global Ratings said the Supreme Court's ruling on Yes Bank's Additional Tier-1 (AT-1) bonds is unlikely to significantly affect the bank's credit ratings, despite a potential hit to its earnings.
Asian Markets Rebound After AI Sell-Off; Indonesia's Market Plunges 11%
Asian stock markets recovered on Friday, October 16, 2026, after a sharp technology-led sell-off triggered concerns over the debt burden of AI cloud company CoreWeave and the sustainability of the artificial intelligence boom.
Tonbo Imaging IPO Attracts Strong Demand, GMP Touches 71%
Tonbo Imaging India's ₹852 crore IPO is drawing strong investor interest, with its Grey Market Premium (GMP) reportedly reaching around 71% on October 16, 2026.