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Rupee closes unchanged at ₹90.66 against US dollar in range‑bound session
The Indian rupee settled largely unchanged at ₹90.66 per US dollar on Monday in a range‑bound trading session as gains from lower crude oil prices were offset by foreign fund outflows and a firm US dollar.
Make in India Faces Reality Check: China Cash Flows In as New Delhi Weighs Easing Investment Curbs
India’s flagship manufacturing drive, Make in India, is confronting an uncomfortable reality: China’s capital remains closely entwined with India’s industrial growth despite years of pushback and regulatory barriers. As New Delhi reconsiders long‑standing restrictions on foreign investment from neig...
Indian stocks poised for better CY26; Nifty earnings growth seen at 12% CAGR over FY25‑27: Motilal Oswal
Indian equity markets may deliver a better showing in calendar year 2026 (CY26) after a notable underperformance in CY25, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
Stock Market Live: GIFT Nifty Signals Positive Start; US & Asian Markets Mixed Ahead of Indian Trade
Indian equity markets showed resilience on Monday as benchmark indices traded higher in early sessions, shrugging off mixed cues from global markets.
India AI Impact Summit 2026 Kicks Off in New Delhi; PM Modi Leads Global Gathering on AI Innovation
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 officially began on Monday at the Bharat Mandapam, drawing global attention as world leaders, technology chiefs, startups and policymakers gather to deliberate on the future of artificial intelligence.
Sensex and Nifty trade choppy as benchmark indices react to weak global cues; broader markets remain cautious
Indian equity markets traded with volatility on Monday, February 16, 2026, as major benchmark indices reflected cautious sentiment amid mixed global cues and sector-specific pressures.
SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Base Price and Price Bands for ETFs to Improve Market Alignment
India’s market regulator, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has unveiled a proposal to review and revamp the pricing framework for exchange-traded funds (ETFs), aiming to address valuation mismatches and better align ETF prices with the value of their underlying assets.
RBI Poised to Hold Rates in April Amid New Inflation and GDP Data Series Reset
India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), is widely expected to keep the key policy repo rate unchanged at 5.25% at its upcoming April Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, according to economists tracking the economy.
Online Bus Bookings Surge 25% in 2025 as Road Travel Rebounds Strongly
Online bus ticket bookings in India recorded a significant 25% year-on-year growth in 2025, according to industry data highlighted by executives from redBus — one of the country’s leading digital bus travel platforms.
Indian Railways on a Green Track, Eyes 3 GW Renewable Energy Push Worth ₹18,000 Crore
Indian Railways is accelerating its green transition, with plans to add nearly 3 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity through investments estimated at around ₹18,000 crore, according to recent developments.
Rupee May Close 2026 at ₹93 Amid FDI Outflows and Costly Non-Russian Crude
The Indian rupee could weaken to around ₹93 per dollar by the end of 2026, as pressure builds from sustained foreign direct investment (FDI) outflows and higher crude import costs, particularly from non-Russian sources.
GIFT Nifty Signals Weak Open; US, Asian Markets Slide on Global Sell-Off – Indian Indices Poised for Red Start
Indian equity markets are seen bracing for a weak start on Friday, as early cues from the GIFT Nifty point toward a lower open for the benchmark indices.
India’s Reliance Wins U.S. Licence to Buy Venezuelan Oil, Opening Door for Direct Crude Purchases
India’s largest private refiner, Reliance Industries Ltd, has received a general licence from the United States that will allow it to buy Venezuelan crude oil directly, according to sources familiar with the matter.
IT Meltdown Sinks Market; Sensex Cracks 1,048 Points, Nifty Slips Below 25,500
Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp sell-off in Friday’s session, led by heavy weakness in information technology counters. The benchmark BSE Sensex plunged 1,048 points, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the crucial 25,500 mark, reflecting broad-based risk aversion across Dalal Street.
6 Lakh Crore Wipeout in 8 Days: Is AI Reshaping India’s $250 Billion IT Industry?
India’s information technology sector has witnessed a staggering ₹6 lakh crore erosion in market capitalisation within just eight trading sessions, sparking intense debate across Dalal Street and global investor circles.
Flipkart’s Food Delivery Entry Rumours Push Zomato (Eternal) and Swiggy Shares Down
On February 12, shares of delivery tech companies Eternal (parent of Zomato) and Swiggy fell by up to 3%. This happened after reports suggested that Flipkart is planning to enter the online food delivery business.
Sensex Falls Sharply, Nifty Slips Below 25,600 – Here’s Why
The stock market witnessed heavy selling today as the Sensex dropped nearly 740 points and the Nifty fell below 25,600. The overall market mood remained negative, with almost all sectors trading in the red.
New Income-Tax Rules for FY26 Likely to Be Notified in Early March; Existing ITR Forms to Be Used, Govt Says
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is expected to notify the draft Income-Tax Rules for 2026 in the first week of March 2026, ahead of the implementation of the new taxation framework under the Income-Tax Act, 2025, sources told LiveMint.