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India must end Russian oil ambiguity as tariffs loom: GTRI

As tensions rise, India faces a pivotal choice regarding its imports of Russian oil, especially with President Trump issuing threats of increased

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:35 pm

Nifty slips after record high; IT stocks drag, BEL, Nestle, Eicher gain

Weakness in IT stocks weighed on sentiment, even as selective buying supported defence, consumer durables and media stocks.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 1:31 pm

India's urea imports more than double to 7.17 MT in Apr-Nov: FAI data

Indias urea imports more than doubled to 7.17 million tonnes in AprilNovember of the current fiscal year as domestic production fell, according t

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:21 pm

PSU banks lead Q3 BFSI performance; HDFC Bank sees system-level growth in FY26: Kaitav Shah

PSU banks outperformed the BFSI sector in Q3, driven by stronger year-on-year credit growth, while smaller private banks and NBFCs faced transiti

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:21 pm

Japan's Nikkei ends at over 2-month high as markets shrug off Venezuela tension

Japan's Nikkei closed at a more than two-month high on the first trading day of 2026, led by chip-related stocks, as investors brushed off the po

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:14 pm

Start with the basics: What quality really means in stocks & why its important

Many of the worst blow-ups in Indian markets looked fine on a simple price chart until very late in the story. Its important to remember that a s

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 1:14 pm

Hindustan Laboratories files DRHP with SEBI for IPO

The IPO comprises a fresh issue of 50 lakh shares and an offer for sale of 91 lakh shares by the promoter.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 1:06 pm

Indias palm oil imports hit 8-month low in December

India's palm oil imports dropped significantly in December, reaching an eight-month low. This decline was driven by reduced winter demand and ref

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 1:05 pm

Sensex, Nifty trade flat at noon as IT stocks drag

IT stocks remained the biggest drag, with Infosys, HCL Tech and Wipro losing up to 2 per cent. HDFC Bank and ONGC also weighed on the benchmarks.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:57 pm

SBI to promote India-Israel trade in rupee

JERUSALEM, Jan 5: Amid deepening strategic ties and discussions around Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and Israel gaining momentum, the

Daily Excelsior 5 Jan 2026 12:56 pm

Gold price today: How much the yellow metal costs in your city? Check rates

Gold prices surged on Monday, recovering from last week's decline. February gold futures on MCX rose by Rs 1,509, reaching Rs 1,37,270 per 10 gra

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 12:52 pm

SGX Securities rebrands as SGX Stock Exchange on STIs 60th year

The move comes amid a strong recovery in Singapores equity market, with the STI delivering over 25 per cent returns in 2025

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:51 pm

Budget 2026 needs to lock in India's new-age future & shift power to home

Budget 2026: As India prepares its Union Budget 2026-27, experts are urging targeted policy support for data centres, AI, and robotics. This focu

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:48 pm

SBI bets on rupee trade to deepen IndiaIsrael economic ties

State Bank of India is set to enable trade settlements between India and Israel using Indian rupees. This move supports India's goal to boost the

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:37 pm

Australian shares end flat as miners counter energy, consumer losses

Australian shares ended Monday flat. Iron ore miners saw gains, while consumer discretionary and energy stocks declined. Trading volumes were not

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:36 pm

Air India to replace CEO Campbell Wilson? N Chandrasekaran looking for new chief executive for airline, say reports

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson to say tata? Tata Sons is exploring a leadership overhaul at its airlines business, with chairman N Chandrasekaran

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 12:36 pm

Bajaj Finance shares slip despite strong Q3 business update

The stock slipped 0.84 per cent to 982.10 even as assets under management rose 22 per cent year-on-year to about 4.86 lakh crore.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:35 pm

India bonds tumble after record state borrowing plan

Indian government bonds experienced a decline on Monday. This pushed the benchmark 10-year yield towards a two-week high. Traders are factoring i

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:34 pm

Waaree Energies shares fall 5% amid heavy trade volumes

Waaree Energies shares dropped amid heavy selling, with volumes sharply above the recent average. The decline comes days after the stocks inclusi

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:34 pm

Kerala Vigilance flags FCRA lapses, seeks CBI inquiry into Manappat Foundation

Official sources said the recommendation relates to foreign funds raised for the Punarjani rehabilitation project between 2018 and 2022, during w

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:31 pm

Net office leasing up 25 pc in 2025 in top 8 Indian cities: Report

New Delhi: Net leasing of office spaces rose 25 per cent last year to a record 61.4 million sq ft across eight major cities on strong demand from

The Siasat Daily 5 Jan 2026 12:29 pm

Gold surges as U.S. capture of Venezuela President spurs safe-haven demand

Spot silver added 3.9% to $75.46 per ounce, after hitting an all-time high of $83.62 on December 29. The metal ended its best ever year on record

The Hindu 5 Jan 2026 12:28 pm

ADM, Bayer to scale up Maharashtra sustainable soyabean farming programme, target 1 lakh farmers

The expansion will cover seven districts in Maharashtra, adding Nanded, Parbhani, Hingoli and Solapur to its original footprint of Latur, Dharash

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:27 pm

Indias office market grows 25% YoY, hits 61.4 million square feet in 2025

This performance represents a 25% year-on-year increase and marks the strongest year on record for the sector, according to Cushman & Wakefield's

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:23 pm

Bajaj Housing Finance shares rise marginally after strong Q3 disbursements

Market sentiment remained bearish with 73 per cent sell orders against 27 per cent buy orders

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:23 pm

Holding Coal India shares? Check record date to apply for Bharat Coking Coal IPO via shareholder quota

Coal India shareholders must be on the companys register as of January 1 to apply under the shareholder quota for the Bharat Coking Coal IPO, whi

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:21 pm

Venezuela crisis fueling Indian oil stocks! RIL hits 52-week high; ONGC up 1% Here's why

Indian energy stocks surged on Monday, driven by geopolitical shifts in Venezuela. Reliance Industries hit a 52-week high, while ONGC, HPCL, IOC,

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 12:20 pm

Avanse Financial Services raises 1,200 crore via rights issue

Avanse Financial said the fresh funds will be used to scale education loan disbursements, strengthen education infrastructure and deepen institut

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:14 pm

Tourism Finance Corp surges 20% as Cupid recovers from Fridays sharp decline

TFCIs turnaround came after the company announced on January 4 that it will act as co-sponsor and anchor investor in Holystone Hospitality Fund,

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:12 pm

Agriculture sector to stabilise but stay uneven in 2026; soybeans, corn face supply shifts: Report

US soybean production is forecast to fall by 2.8% year-on-year to a little under 116 million tonnes, despite the planted area being estimated to

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 12:10 pm

Fundamentals still favour equities despite geopolitical flux: Matt Orton

Despite geopolitical shifts, equity market fundamentals remain strong, with technology and AI continuing to attract investor interest. Matt Orton

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 12:06 pm

Rajnath Singh commissions ICG's pollution control vessel Samudra Pratap in Goa

The 114.5-metre vessel, built by Goa Shipyard, will seek to enforce marine pollution control regulations, search and rescue operations, and safeg

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:58 am

China says no country can act as worlds judge after Maduros capture

The remarks mark Chinas first public response after images of the detained 63-year-old leader in New York shocked the world

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:52 am

Gold price prediction today: What is the gold price outlook this week? Top factors to watch out for

Gold price prediction today: Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd believes investors should con

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 11:45 am

BEL, HAL, other defence stocks jump up to 5% after US raids Venezuela

Defence stocks witnessed a sharp uptick on Monday after the US launched a major military operation in Venezuela over the weekend, heightening geo

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 11:37 am

Legacy ayurveda brands take the new age wellness route to stay relevant

As D2C startups woo Gen Z with science-led wellness, legacy ayurvedic and Unani brands like Dabur and Hamdard are reworking formats, messaging an

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 11:36 am

2020 Delhi riots case: Supreme Court rejects bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam

A bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria, however, granted bail to Gulfisha Fatima, Meeran Haider, Shifa Ur Rehman, Mohd. Saleem Khan, a

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:36 am

Tata Steel shares jump 10% in six days, just below 52-week high. Whats driving the rally?

Tata Steel shares have rallied over 10% in six sessions as management commentary on domestic expansion, capacity additions and policy support out

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 11:34 am

Neeraj Chopra ends decade-long JSW Sports association, launches Vel Sports

Both sides said the separation was marked by mutual respect and pride.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:30 am

Gold surges as US capture of Venezuela president spurs safe-haven demand

Geopolitical tensions, combined with interest rate cuts, robust central bank purchases and inflows into exchange-traded funds contributed to bull

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:27 am

Stocks to buy: What's the outlook for Nifty for the week starting January 5, 2026? Check list of top stock recommendations

Stock market recommendations: Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities recommends buying CESC, and Indian Bank as the stop stock picks for the week starting

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 11:15 am

Indian envoy sought tariff relief over reduced Russian oil purchases, US Senator Lindsey Graham claims

US Senator Lindsey Graham said Indian Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra told him last month that India was buying less Russian o

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 11:14 am

Defence stocks BEL, HAL, Paras Defence shine amid geopolitical jitters after US raids Venezuela

Heavyweight stock BEL soared 4% to 418.60, HAL surged 3% to 4,544.90. Bharat Dynamics also increased by 4% on the NSE to 1,553

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:14 am

Venezuela's Maduro to appear in US court, Trump says further strikes possible

Trump told reporters on Sunday that he could order another strike if Venezuela does not cooperate with US efforts to open up its oil industry and

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 11:08 am

Banks to remain closed on January 27? Bankers unions plan nationwide strike over 5-day work week demand

AIBOC circular highlighted that the 5-day workweek would not affect the manhours because we have agreed for extra 40 minutes working per day from

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 11:08 am

Crypto markets edge higher despite US-Venezuela tensions; Bitcoin near $93,000

Despite heightened geopolitical tensions from the U.S. strike on Venezuela, crypto markets remained resilient, with Bitcoin hovering near $93,000

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 11:06 am

Venezuela crisis wont spike oil prices yet: Why crude markets are staying calm despite US action: Vandana Hari

Crude oil prices continue to remain range-bound despite political turmoil in Venezuela and US sanctions, says Vandana Hari of Vanda Insights. Ong

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 11:02 am

IDBI Bank shares slip 4% despite 12% YoY rise in total business in Q3 FY26

IDBI Bank shares slipped despite a strong December-quarter update. The bank reported a 12% year-on-year rise in total business to Rs 5.46 lakh cr

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:57 am

Bandhan Bank shares rise nearly 4% after December-quarter loans grow 10%

Bandhan Bank's shares surged following a positive business update, with loans and advances growing 10% year-on-year to Rs 1.45 lakh crore. While

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:55 am

Rupee outlook: Do Venezuela crisis, Trump action signal rough ride for Indian currency? What analysts expect

The Indian rupee is facing a volatile week, having already slipped significantly against the dollar. Political uncertainty in Venezuela and broad

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 10:47 am

Ramco Cements shares rise 3% after Andhra Pradesh nod for quartzite mining

The Ramco Cements said the mineral will be used for manufactured sand and pozzolanic additives in the cement industry, with potential future indu

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 10:40 am

Bengal politics heats up after alleged cash video of TMC leader surfaces

The clip allegedly features Mohammad Giasuddin Mondal, vice-chairman of the Barasat I Panchayat Samiti, along with a local businessman

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 10:35 am

PM Modi greets Mamata Banerjee on her birthday, wishes good health

Banerjee, who was born on this day in 1955, is a three-time Chief Minister and the first woman to hold the post in West Bengal

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 10:28 am

Cupid shares fall another 20%; Tourism Finance recovers strongly, jumps 15%. Here's what happened

Cupid and TFCI saw divergent moves after both hit lower circuits on Friday. Cupid extended its slide despite management clarification, while TFCI

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:24 am

Why emerging-market bonds look more resilient in 2026

Emerging-market bonds are set to remain resilient in 2026 as domestic investors now hold a larger share of local-currency debt, reducing vulnerab

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:19 am

Crude oil futures decline as markets analyse US action in Venezuela

At 9.59 am on Monday, March Brent oil futures were at $60.61, down by 0.23%, and February crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 10:14 am

Cathay Cargo to ramp up investments in India as manufacturing hub grows

The Hong Kong-based air freight operator currently runs 13 freighter services weekly to Delhi, Chennai and Mumbai and sees strong growth driven b

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 10:14 am

Hindustan Copper shares gain 10% in three trading sessions. What should investors do in 2026?

Hindustan Copper shares jumped on January 5, tracking a nearly 3% rise in LME copper prices. The stock has gained 10% over three sessions. Expert

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 10:03 am

Rupee falls 4 paise to 90.24 against U.S. dollar in early trade

According to forex traders, the rupee is expected to trade lower due to geopolitical development, even though a lower crude prices could provide

The Hindu 5 Jan 2026 9:58 am

Geopolitical risk returns to fore as Venezuela upheaval tests investor sentiment

Geopolitical risk has resurfaced as a key market driver after the U.S. capture of Venezuelas president, with investors weighing near-term uncerta

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:49 am

Rupee slips to 90.24 against dollar amid Venezuela geopolitical tensions

Forex traders said the dollar gained on safe-haven demand, though lower crude oil prices offered some support to the domestic currency.

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:46 am

KNR Construction, other road & highway stocks tumble up to 53% in 2025. Budget is both a hope and hurdle

Indian road and highway stocks are experiencing significant declines. Investor appetite is low due to a flat Budget 2025 capex and reduced market

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:46 am

Delhi wakes up to layer of fog as AQI remains in 'poor' category, flights delayed at IGI Airport

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi recorded AQI at 260 in the 'Poor' category by 8 am on Monday

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:38 am

Sensex falls over 200 pts, Nifty below 26,300 as Venezuela risk tempers earnings optimism

Indian equities experienced volatility on Monday, with the Sensex and Nifty fluctuating as investors balanced positive corporate earnings against

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:36 am

Q3 Results Live Updates: HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Housing Finance, Bank of Baroda, DMart and more shares in focus

Q3 results today, FY26Q3 results live updates: Follow our live

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:33 am

Silver spikes Rs 9,900, gold rises over Rs 2K as US takes control in Venezuela

Silver and gold prices surged sharply on Monday as the US took control in Venezuela, triggering a global rush toward safe-haven assets. MCX silve

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:31 am

US markets brace for volatile start as jobs data and geopolitics take centre stage

US markets head into the first full trading week of 2026 facing potential volatility as investors track geopolitical developments, key economic d

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:28 am

Crude imports from US up 92% in first 8 months of current fiscal

India's crude oil imports from the US surged over 92% year-on-year in April-November 2025, though Russia remains the top supplier. While US share

The Times of India 5 Jan 2026 9:24 am

PM Modi knew I was not happy: Trump warns of more tariffs if India continues Russian oil import

Trump's new warning to India comes amid growing scrutiny in Washington over India's energy trade with Russia, even as New Delhi has defended its

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:23 am

Trump says Ukraine did not target Putin residence in drone attack

Russian officials had alleged that Ukrainian drones targeted Putins state residence in the Novgorod region during sensitive peace negotiations

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:21 am

EMS, Telecom, Industrial and Retail sectors to deliver strong earnings growth over next 2 years: Report

Sectors likely to deliver stronger earnings growth are EMS, telecom, industrial, and retail; while the laggard are likely to be oil & gas, IT ser

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:16 am

Telangana to oppose Polavaram expansion in Supreme Court, hearing on January 5

Telangana has sought a halt to alleged expansion works, arguing they violate statutory approvals and Central Water Commission guidelines

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:14 am

Hindustan Copper vs Hindustan Zinc: Which stock should you add in 2026?

Investors face a choice between Hindustan Copper and Hindustan Zinc for 2026. Copper's electrification demand supports Hindustan Copper, while si

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:13 am

Nifty hits fresh record high based on earnings optimism: A Balasubramanian

Indian markets begin the new year on a strong note as the Nifty hits a fresh all-time high. A Balasubramanian of ABSL AMC says improving earnings

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:11 am

Nykaa shares in focus on Q3 business update. Heres everything you need to know

FSN E-Commerce Ventures, Nykaa's parent company, is set for focus after a strong Q3 FY2026 business update. The company anticipates consolidated

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:09 am

ITC shares in focus as stock hits 3-year low, brokerages downgrade after steep excise duty hike on cigarettes

ITC shares slid to a three-year low after a sharp tobacco tax hike triggered widespread brokerage downgrades. Analysts warn that higher excise an

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:09 am

US operation in Venezuela kills 32 Cuban officers, Havana confirms

Havana said the personnel were deployed on a mission at the request of Venezuelas government and died during direct combat and bombing of facilit

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:09 am

Bajaj Finance shares in focus after Q3 update signals steady momentum as customer base, AUM climb

Bajaj Finance shares are set to be in focus after the lenders December-quarter business update showed steady growth in customers, loan bookings a

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:08 am

ONGC may receive $500 million of unpaid dividends if US lifts sanctions on Venezuelan oil

ONGC could unlock about US$500 million in unpaid dividends from its Venezuelan assets if US-led restructuring eases sanctions, Jefferies said. Re

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:04 am

Nuclear power: What will it take for Indias private-sector gambit to succeed?

One of the most significant policy moves of 2025 was the SHANTI Act, which opened the nuclear value chain to private players. Its success, howeve

Livemint 5 Jan 2026 9:01 am

Turbulence in Indias skies as duopoly strains aviation boom

Indias skies over the past decade have shifted from a battleground of about half a dozen carriers to a near-duopoly

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 9:00 am

Why Bank Nifty could extend rally as earnings season approaches

Bank Nifty shows strong momentum entering earnings season, historically outperforming post-rate cuts. While Nifty's gains are concentrated, broad

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:00 am

Sensex at 40: BSE bets on index investing, market depth to drive next phase of growth, says Sundararaman Ramamurthy

As the Sensex completes 40 years, BSE MD & CEO Sundararaman Ramamurthy explains why Indias benchmark index remains relevant, the strategic ration

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 9:00 am

US-Venezuela tensions: Heres how crude, gold, dollar are reacting on Monday morning

Global markets opened in 2026 on edge after a U.S. military operation led to the capture of Venezuelas President Nicolas Maduro. The escalation h

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 8:59 am

Somnath Swabhiman Parv A 1,000 Years of Unbroken Faith (1026-2026)

Celebrating 1,000 years of faith, resilience, and cultural significance

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 8:59 am

5.1 magnitude earthquake jolts Assam, tremors felt across Northeast

According to the National Centre for Seismology, the quake occurred at 4.17 am in Morigaon district at a depth of 50 km

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 8:57 am

Maruti Suzuki India, L&T among 4 Nifty stocks witness 5-year swing high breakout

Four Nifty50 stocks touched a 5-year swing high at the close on January 2, signalling strengthening bullish momentum. Such levels reflect sustain

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 8:52 am

RIL hits record high, ONGC and oil stocks rise up to 2% after Trumps Venezuela move

Reliance Industries and other oil-linked stocks surged following a US military raid in Venezuela, reigniting geopolitical risks. ONGC, with stake

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 8:52 am

From Baidu unit to Jio peers, Asias IPO boom set to continue in 2026

IPOs, placements and block trades across Asia Pacific raised $262.7 billion in 2025, the highest in four years, led by Hong Kongs rebound and Ind

The Hindu Businessline 5 Jan 2026 8:50 am

Swiggy among 7 F&O stocks with a sharp rise in futures open interest

As of January 2, seven stocks in the NSE F&O segment saw a sharp rise in futures open interest, signalling heightened derivatives activity. Risin

The Economic Times 5 Jan 2026 8:46 am