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Sapphire Foods posts best revenue growth in four years, stock slides
The adjusted profit before tax turned positive at 120 million against a loss of 43 million in Q2 FY26, though reported PBT remained marginally negative at -6 million
NCDEX launches NDEX and FINNDEX indices to foray into equity and derivatives markets
NCDEX has launched NDEX and FINNDEX, two rule-based indices covering large and liquid Indian equities and financial sector stocks. The benchmarks use a multi-factor methodology incorporating market capitalisation, liquidity, beta and volatility, with semi-annual rebalancing.
Ashish Kacholia portfolio: Ace investor adds 3 new stocks, trims stake in 13 companies in Q2
Ace investor Ashish Kacholia reshuffled his Rs 3,000 crore portfolio in Q2FY27, adding three stocks, increasing stakes in two companies and trimming holdings in 13 others. The changes include new bets on ESDS Software Solutions, Ardee Industries and Credent Connect N Care, while Fineotex Chemicals and Brand Concepts may have been exited.
I shouldve gotten a Pulitzer for writing too: Trump at South Carolina rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced new measures to promote cooperation with Poland in several key areas. These areas include defence, space, and nuclear energy, aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations. Modi emphasized the importance of the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement in broadening partnership opportunities. He highlighted India's growing economic strength over the last two years, which further supports this partnership.
US Postal Service releases Diwali stamp after 10 years, prints 20 mn copies
Bengaluru: Bihar worker arrested after posting AI-generated video of Vidhana Soudha being blown up
A shocking incident unfolded in Bengaluru when a 25-year-old worker from Bihar, Hazrat Ali Shoiab, was detained for creating and posting an AI-generated video that depicted a simulated bomb explosion at Vidhana Soudha, the government seat of Karnataka. This alarming video was flagged during police's standard digital surveillance. Investigators are currently interrogating Shoiab to uncover his intentions and any possible connections to others involved.
First NBA Store in India to Open in 2027 Through Expanded Merchandising Partnership With Suditi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 22: The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Suditi Sports Apparel Ltd. (Suditi), a long-time leader in apparel exports, today announced a multiyear expansion of their longstanding merchandising collaboration in India that will see Suditi open the first NBA Store in the country, operate the league's official local online store at NBAStore.in, and launch the widest assortment of officially licensed NBA fanwear ever in the market.
Sheetal Devi secured a gold medal in the women's compound para-archery event at the Para Asian Games. She won by defeating Singapore's Nur Alim Syahidah with a score of 142-139. Earlier, Sheetal and Toman Kumar also won gold in the mixed team event. India has now achieved a total of 73 medals at the Games, including 17 gold medals. Other Indian athletes have also performed well, achieving various podium finishes.
Domestic cos need strategic approach to tap India-Europe FTA gains: FICCI
Indian companies must adopt a strategic approach to fully leverage the European free trade agreement benefits, as tariff concessions alone may not suffice. The focus should be on product quality, market penetration, and building significant relationships with European buyers. Compliance with European standards will be crucial for export success, particularly for small enterprises.
According to an official BioWare blog post, the fate of Dragon Age, Mass Effect and its other beloved intellectual properties remains a complex web of cancellations, shifting priorities, and third-party licensing.
WordPress, Wikipedia and More: The PHP Security Threat Explained
Force Motors partners with Rosmerta for vehicle scrapping
The partnership will give Force Motors' customers access to the vehicle scrapping firm's facility, providing a defined route for retiring end-of-life vehicles
Finance Ministry to invite comments on amended GST return forms from Nov 1
The Council approved enhancements in GST Forms GSTR-1/1A/IFF to enable better reconciliation of the details furnished in these forms with the details reported in the returns in monthly tax payment form GSTR-3B
Pirelli, Balkrishna strike tyre production deal
A second phase of the agreement also involves the creation of a 50-50 joint venture for a production plant in the country dedicated to high value car tyres
HDFC Bank is investigating suspected leaks of confidential information concerning regulatory action in Dubai, MSRDC-related fees and senior-management disagreements.
The three mutual fund myths that cost investors the most
Investors frequently mistake a lower NAV as a cheaper option, but the actual value remains the same. NFOs are not inherently better than existing funds, as they lack performance history. Smaller funds may provide better returns in certain situations, but this is not universally true. The key factors to consider include the fund's investment philosophy and management quality.
Adani Green Energy shares fall 4% after Q2 results. What are Jefferies, JM Financial saying?
Adani Green Energy reported a 15% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 net profit to Rs 673 crore, while revenue grew 39% to Rs 4,520 crore. Shares fell 4% after the results. Jefferies maintained its Buy rating, while JM Financial retained Add, citing growth opportunities and operational challenges.
India's West Asia oil imports return to pre-war levels in September
Refiners snapped up spot cargoes as West Asian producers and traders cranked up shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, easing supply constraints caused by the Iran war
IGI shares hit 10% upper circuit as Q2 profit jumps 43%, revenue rises 31% YoY
International Gemological Institute shares hit the 10% upper circuit after Q2 FY27 revenue rose 31% and profit surged 43% year on year. Growth was supported by lab-grown diamonds, stronger margins and rising demand across jewellery and coloured gemstones.
HDFC Bank shares near 52-week low amid insider leak probe
Veteran ICICI Group executive Anup Bagchi is set to assume the role of chief executive on October 27, inheriting a bank navigating multiple leadership upheavals simultaneously
DeepSeek raises $15 billion to challenge Anthropic, OpenAI and other US AI labs
The Chinese AI pioneer DeepSeek has raised about 100 billion yuan ($15 billion) in its latest fundraising round, one of the countrys largest ever and a sign of the startups ambitions to compete globally with the likes of Anthropic PBC and OpenAI.
Retail portion of Jio Platforms IPO fully subscribed
On October 21, 2026, the opening day of the IPO, Jio Platforms Ltd's 30,213-crore initial public offering was fully subscribed within 100 minutes,
India's big-money investors face a new wild card
Private equity investors in India are integrating artificial intelligence into their investment analysis and strategies. AI is being utilized to assess how it will impact revenues and competitive positions of companies. Investors are now focusing on AI capabilities and their potential to create value in various sectors. Additionally, AI is influencing negotiations by uncovering weaknesses quickly and enabling better assessments of business strength.
Voqalize Says Voice Is Becoming the Default Way People Use Software
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], October 22: Voqalize today said it gives existing applications, websites and AI agents a voice interface that can listen, see context, respond and act, without rebuilding the application. The company says teams can have it running in about an hour, either through Plug & Play, where Voqalize manages the AI agent and the voice experience, or through a developer integration into their own backend.
Cognizant is putting 18,000 engineers behind Google Gemini: What they will build and why
Cognizant and Google Cloud are assigning more than 18,000 employees to develop AI agents for clients, targeting software modernisation, developer tools, business-process automation and cybersecurity.
Deepinder Goyals Dark.ai could be Eternals dark horse, but is it too early to bet?
Eternals Dark.ai, a privacy-focused AI assistant developed under Deepinder Goyal, could open a new growth avenue for the company. While brokerages see potential in the experimental venture, its commercial viability remains untested. With pricing, monetisation and profitability still unclear, investors may have to wait before assessing its earnings potential.
Why a PHP bug is a business risk, not just an IT problem: Next step could be the mass compromise of
A decade-old PHP vulnerability affecting software behind about 75% of identifiable websites has triggered emergency fixes and service shutdowns across Europe.
CII urges exporters, MSMEs to tap opportunities under India-New Zealand FTA
On October 20, the two countries implemented a free trade agreement to boost trade and investment ties
Swiggy shares slide over 5% ahead of Q2 results. What are analysts saying?
Swiggy shares fell ahead of its Q2 FY27 results as investors assessed its path to profitability. Anand Rathi upgraded the stock to Buy, while rival Eternal reported strong earnings growth, supported by food delivery and quick commerce.
KEI Industries shares tumble 8% despite Q2 profit rising 29%, revenue up 39%
KEI Industries shares fell despite strong Q2 FY27 results, with net profit rising 29% and revenue growing 39% year on year. Growth was supported by domestic wires and cables demand, higher dealer sales and improved profitability in the first half.
Indias luxury watch boom is ticking. Franck Muller wants a bigger share
India is emerging as a bright spot for Swiss watchmakers amid uneven global demand. Franck Muller sees the market closing the gap with Singapore and the UAE, and is exploring airport retail, celebrity partnerships and branded residences, though demand for watches above 50 lakh remains limited.
M&M Financial Services shares crash 10% after Q2 results. What are Nomura and other analysts saying?
Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services shares fell sharply on despite a 55% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 net profit to Rs 882 crore. Nomura lowered its target price to Rs 400 while retaining a Buy rating, citing asset quality concerns and rising funding costs. Motilal Oswal maintained its Buy rating.
Corporate VCs bullish on India but rush is yet to start: TDK Ventures founder Nicolas Sauvage
Semiconductors, AI infrastructure and robotics are the main areas of interest in India, alongside energy transition and digital transformation.
Myntras operating revenue declined in FY26 as logistics revenue fell 53.2% to 1,119.2 crore, outweighing modest marketplace growth and a 35.2% rise in advertising income.
According to Bloomberg, BioWare's latest title, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, fell short of sales expectations, which had already prompted EA to impose steep cuts at the developer last year.
Infosys Q2 results preview: Will the results provide oomph to surging IT stocks?
Infosys is set to report an 11% rise in year-on-year revenues and an 8% increase in net profits. However, the company may lower its full-year revenue outlook due to declining discretionary spending and mounting pricing challenges. Analysts foresee sequential revenue growth driven by acquisitions and enhanced operating margins. The upcoming earnings report will be pivotal, offering valuable insights into client expenditures and potential recovery in demand.
Eternal shares jump 2% after strong Q2 show, brokerages see up to 34% upside
Eternal shares rose after Q2FY27 net profit surged 92.3% year-on-year to Rs 125 crore, while revenue jumped 77.6% to Rs 24,138 crore. Jefferies maintained a Buy rating and raised its target price to Rs 430, implying 34% upside
Corporate capex pipeline rises 39% to Rs 99.7 lakh crore, led by IT services and power: UBI
Indias announced private capex pipeline rose 39% year-on-year to Rs 99.7 lakh crore in September 2026, driven by IT-enabled services and conventional power projects, according to UBI Research. However, sectoral and geographical concentration, slower growth in project numbers and gaps in power transmission investment pose execution risks to the investment cycle.
4 lakh crore rally, 6,500 crore FII buying: Are IT stocks finally making a comeback?
Indian IT stocks experienced a notable market value recovery of approximately 3.87 lakh crore in October. Foreign investors invested around 6,463 crore in the IT sector during the third quarter. The Nifty IT index rose about 17 percent in October after a previous decline of roughly 20 percent. Analysts caution that despite selective buying, the sector faces a challenging earnings environment ahead.
IHCL reported a 22% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 revenue to Rs 2,484 crore and a 23% increase in net profit to Rs 349.49 crore. The hotel major raised its FY27 revenue growth guidance to 15-17%. Jefferies, Nomura and Nuvama shared their latest ratings and target prices.
Indian stock markets fell sharply on Thursday, with Sensex dropping over 600 points and Nifty 50 slipping below 22,600 amid expiry-day volatility. The selloff wiped out nearly Rs 5 lakh crore in investor wealth, while broader markets, sectoral indices and market breadth remained firmly negative.
Q2 Results Today, 22nd October 2026 Live Updates: Follow the latest announcements and developments on the company's September quarter earning on Adani Energy, HPCL, Havells, Swiggy, Colgate, Hatsun, Cyient, Adani Total Gas, Nippon Life and others
Jio IPO: Subscribe on day 2 or wait until the last day? What investors need to know
Jio Platforms Rs 30,230-crore IPO received bids worth Rs 95,500 crore on Day 1, with total demand, including anchor investors, reaching Rs 3.45 lakh crore. As the issue enters its second day, brokerages weigh in on its growth prospects, valuation and whether investors should apply now or wait.
SoftBank-backed India's Oyo Hotels owner halves proposed IPO, filing shows
The company revived plans in March 2023 with a confidential filing before postponing the offering for a third time in May
Can AI keep your secrets safe? Eternal's dark.ai to offer encrypted chats
Eternal founder Deepinder Goyal plans to launch dark.ai, a privacy-focused AI assistant for founders, researchers, businesses and governments, globally by the end of 2026
Nestle India responds to FSSAI notice over Lactogen Pro 1 labelling claim
The regulator has also scrutinised immunity and digestion claims, as well as digital promotions involving infant milk substitutes and their purported benefits.
Jio IPO Day 2: GMP at 22%, issue subscribed over 3.16; check brokerage views and key details
Jio Platforms Rs 30,213 crore IPO entered Day 2 with a grey market premium of around 22%. The issue, priced at Rs 1,0651,119 per share, closes on October 23. At the upper end, Jio is valued at around Rs 10.3 lakh crore, with brokerages citing its telecom dominance, improving profitability and growth prospects in broadband and AI.
SpaceX offers 20% extra pay for relocation to Memphis or Southaven | Whats the deal?
SpaceX is offering employees a 20% pay premium for six-week assignments in Memphis, Tennessee, and Southaven, Mississippi, to speed up construction of its Colossus AI data centres.
Fusion CX shares to list today: Check GMP ahead of market debut
Fusion CX makes its stock market debut with a 5% grey market premium after raising Rs 702 crore through its IPO. Strong subscription, rising profits, AI investments and expansion plans shape investor expectations.
CAQM meets with Delhi govt agencies to review dust pollution issues
The Commission for Air Quality Management in Delhi held a meeting to address ongoing dust pollution problems. Agencies were instructed to comply with measures for dust mitigation as pollution levels deteriorated. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi was specifically directed to enhance dust control on roads and open spaces. Stage one of the Graded Response Action Plan has been implemented due to worsening air quality.
India strongly condemned the UN rapporteurs for showing bias in a counter-terrorism report related to Dawood Ibrahim. Indian diplomat Raghoo Puri stated that the report contained factual inaccuracies regarding Ibrahim's criminal status. Puri emphasized that Ibrahim is a wanted criminal based in Pakistan and associated with Al-Qaeda. Additionally, India rejected Pakistan's claims regarding Jammu and Kashmir, asserting its integral part of the nation.
Critical PHP vulnerabilities known as PHP2Shell could let attackers remotely execute code and access sensitive data. Amazon detected exploitation attempts before public disclosure, while Google and OpenAI researchers helped identify and investigate the flaws.
What's holding up Washington's $14 bn arms sale to Taiwan?
Taiwan has been waiting months for US President Donald Trump to approve a $14 billion sale of weapons and equipment, which the island democracy would use to fend off a potential Chinese attack. - Taiwan is developing a multi-layered air defence system, known as the T-Dome, that it hopes could counter a potential Chinese attack.
PC Jeweller shares soar 9% after Q2 net profit rises 58% YoY; plans 100 new stores in 18 months
PC Jeweller reported a 58% year-on-year rise in Q2 FY27 net profit to Rs 330.66 crore, while revenue grew 28% to Rs 1,054.47 crore. The company achieved debt-free status, improving profitability prospects. It plans 100 new showrooms, a youth-focused jewellery brand, and expects gold mining operations to begin this financial year.
HDFC Bank Share Price Live Updates: HDFC Bank Faces Downward Price Breakout
RIL Share Price Live Updates: RIL Stock Details
Shiprocket enters food delivery market with direct-ordering model to cut restaurant costs
The logistics platform is combining customer data, targeted marketing and doorstep delivery to help restaurant brands strengthen their online ordering channels
Fractal Analytics among 4 stocks showing RSI trending up
Fractal Analytics, The India Cements, Sobha and Ipca Laboratories featured in StockEdges RSI Trending Up scan on October 21 after gaining over 3%.
Dr Reddys Share Price Live Updates: Dr. Reddy's Experiences Decline Below 20-Day EMA
Hindalco Share Price Live Updates: Hindalco Stock Details
HFCL among 3 stocks closing below VWAP
HFCL, Sterlite Technologies and Tata Chemicals featured in StockEdges VWAP scan on October 21, with closing prices more than 2% below their respective volume-weighted average prices.
Jio Financial Services Share Price Live Updates: Jio Financial Services Faces Minor Setback
IndusInd Bank Share Price Live Updates: IndusInd Bank Sees Minor Gains Amidst Larger Decline
Eicher Motors Share Price Live Updates: Eicher Motors trades below 20-day EMA
Kotak Bank Share Price Live Updates: Kotak Bank's six-month beta reflects stability
Sobha among 4 stocks closing above VWAP
Sobha, Fractal Analytics, Ipca Laboratories and Sagility featured in StockEdges VWAP scan on October 21, with closing prices more than 1.5% above their volume-weighted average prices.
SBI Life Share Price Live Updates: SBI Life Experiences Notable Price Drop
Under Sebis T+1 settlement cycle, investors need to purchase a companys shares at least one trading day before the record date to ensure the shares are credited to their demat accounts in time, and they become eligible for the corporate action. Accordingly, today is the last opportunity for investors to buy the shares so that they are credited to their accounts by the record date (October 23), making them eligible for the dividend.
Axis Bank Share Price Live Updates: Axis Bank's Price Breakout Signals Caution
JSW Steel Share Price Live Updates: JSW Steel dips below its 20-day Simple Moving Average
HDFC Life Share Price Live Updates: HDFC Life's recent performance shows a downward trend
Wipro Share Price Live Updates: Wipro's Stock Surges Past Resistance Level
NTPC Share Price Live Updates: NTPC Struggles Below Support Level
Hero MotoCorp Share Price Live Updates: Hero MotoCorp Volume Performance
Deepinder Goyal explained that Dark.ai is being developed around a central promise of privacy-by-design.
L&T Share Price Live Updates: L&T's three-month returns indicate a decline
SBI Share Price Live Updates: SBI faces a setback with negative returns over three months
Maruti Suzuki Share Price Live Updates: Maruti Suzuki's Price Decline Below Support
ICICI Bank Share Price Live Updates: ICICI Bank sees a significant drop in returns
Carlsberg prepares India business IPO worth up to $700 million, eyes December launch
Carlsberg A/S is preparing to publicly file documents for an initial public offering of its India business, which could raise as much as $700 million, as early as this week, according to people familiar with the matter.
At the previous closing price of Rs 1,709 apiece on BSE, the said number of shares freeing up for trade today is worth nearly Rs 3,247 crore.
Negative Breakout: These 8 stocks cross below their 200 DMAs
The 200 DMA is a widely used technical indicator that helps traders assess the overall trend of a stock.
Meta has agreed to keep CEO Mark Zuckerberg in California for eight years as the state considers a proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires. A new class of nonvoting shares will let him raise cash while preserving his voting control and support Metas AI investment plans.
Anthropic opens 3.26 crore job for human writers; experts say it's a premium on judgment
Anthropic wants a candidate with at least eight years of experience who can quickly digest technical concepts, sharpen executive thinking, and maintain composure during breaking news.
Aditya Birla AMC Q2 net profit dips 8.4% to Rs 221 crore
Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC witnessed an 8.4% decrease in net profit for the September quarter of FY27, coming in at 221 crore, down from 241.32 crore last year. In contrast, operational revenue grew by 5% to 484 crore. The company faced a 21% increase in total expenses, which rose to 230 crore. Significantly, the Quarterly Average Assets Under Management reached 4.42 lakh crore, reflecting a 4% year-on-year increase.
The case stems from allegations that Cambridge Analytica, a British political consulting firm involved in Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, obtained data from millions of Facebook users without their consent.
Why RBI is draining excess liquidity but also injecting funds
Reserve Bank of India has significantly reduced banking system liquidity from a peak surplus in a short time. Liquidity surged after banks received funds from overseas Indians under the FCNR(B) scheme. The central bank utilized reverse repo auctions and cash reserve ratio adjustments to absorb this surplus effectively. As overnight rates increased following these liquidity measures, RBI temporarily infused funds to manage sharp rate rises.
Jio IPO bids hit 70,000 crore on day 1; outpaces NSE, LIC, GIC issues
The initial public offering of Jio Platforms has attracted impressive attention, with an oversubscription of 3.16 times. Institutional investors were particularly keen, subscribing at a rate of 9.42 times, while retail investors opted for a 0.73 times rate. Non-institutional interest was stronger at 1.68 times. The company plans to allocate a large share of the funds toward debt clearance, reflecting optimistic perceptions of Jio Platforms' future.
