Nifty pares losses from days low but stays in red at mid-session
Breadth on the BSE remained decisively negative, with 2,163 stocks declining against 1,752 advances out of 4,138 stocks traded.
PTC Industries bags artillery gun component order from gun factory Kanpur
The order includes engineering, manufacturing, and validation of high-integrity components for artillery systems, designed to endure severe load, shock, and vibration
Government warns against job scams; NCS registration, applications and interviews remain free
The Ministry of Labour has warned of rising online recruitment scams. It reminded job seekers that National Career Service (NCS) services are free. Fraud should be reported to helpline 1930 or the National Cyber Reporting Platform (NCRP).
Allied Blenders reports flat Q1FY27 profit as supply chain disruptions dent margins
Income from operations increased 5.8% year-on-year to 984 crore, up from 930 crore, driven by 10.7% volume growth in the Prestige & Above segment and 2.3% in Mass Premium
Highway Infrastructure bags 28.69 crore NHAI toll contract
The Indore-based company will manage fee collection at the Kozhinjipatti Fee Plaza on the DindigulSamayanallur section of NH-44 in Tamil Nadu.
Filed your ITR? Don't miss this final step or your income tax return may be treated as invalid
Filing your Income Tax Return is only half the job. Taxpayers must e-verify their ITR within the prescribed deadline, or the return may be treated as invalid.
Caliber Mining and Logistics shares list at up to 18.8% premium over IPO price
At 10.44 am, the stock traded 15% above the offer price at 486, hitting a high of 510 on the NSE
Cipla shares rise 3.7% despite Q1 profit fall, brokerages remain cautious
The companys Q1 PAT decreased to 789 crore from 1,298 crore last year, while total revenue rose to 7,119 crore from 6,957 crore
Switched jobs? Your EPF may not transfer automatically unless you meet these conditions
EPFO now automatically transfers EPF balances for eligible members after a job switch, removing the need to file a transfer claim in many cases. But the facility works only if specific conditions are met and missing records can still hold up the transfer.
Meesho shares fall 6% despite narrower Q1 loss
Meesho provided long-term growth guidance of 25% CAGR for the next five years, with higher growth expected in the initial years and lower growth in the latter years
Gold softens on prospects of Fed rate hikes as Brent tops $100
Spot gold eased 0.4% to $4,030.09 per ounce by 0333 GMT, with prices down more than $130 from a two-week high hit on Wednesday
Infosys shares fall over 2% after Q1 results; brokerages trim target prices
The stock traded at 1,032.70 at 9.37 am on the NSE, hitting a low of 1,023 from the previous close of 1,047.40
Rupee Rises 22 Paise to 96.51 Against US Dollar in Early Trade
The rupee ended 20 paise weaker at 96.73 against the US dollar on Thursday.
Gold and silver prices today, 24 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates and how they are affected by ongoing geopolitical developments.
Health insurance claim rejected over hospitalisation? Court rules in policyholder's favour
A Delhi consumer commission has ruled that health insurers cannot reject claims merely by declaring hospitalisation medically unnecessary without evidence. The order reinforces that a treating doctor's clinical judgment cannot be replaced by an insurer's assessment.
Q1 Results Today, July 24, 2026, Live Updates: Follow businessline for more updates
ITR filing: Section 143(1) tax demand explained; steps to avoid penalties and disputes
A Section 143(1) tax demand does not always mean your ITR is wrong. Here's why taxpayers receive this notice, how to verify mismatches, respond correctly through the Income Tax e-filing portal and avoid penalties.
Temasek-backed Manipal Health seeks to raise $960 million in IPO; price band set at 560-590
Manipal Health will start taking investor orders on July 29 and plans to close bidding on July 31.
Nifty may lose nearly 200 points at open amid global headwinds, renewed US tariffs
Rising crude oil prices, unwinding of yen carry trade, fresh US tariffs, weakening rupee to hurt market sentiment
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: Rising crude oil prices, unwinding of yen carry trade, fresh US tariff, weakening rupee to hurt market sentiment
ITR filing deadline 2026: 5 income tax penalties every taxpayer must know for AY 2026-27
Five income tax penalties applicable for AY 2026-27 include late Income Tax Return filing fees, revised return charges and misreporting penalties. Here's why filing your ITR before 31 helps avoid fines, delays and tax notices.
Watch out for these 9 stocks, including Infy, Shadowfax, Akums, Swiggy and Eternal on Friday
From significant block deals and strategic acquisitions to key leadership changes and regulatory updates, Fridays trading landscape features pivotal developments for stocks like Shadowfax, Infosys, and Swiggy
SIFs are designed to improve risk-adjusted returns: Edelweiss' Bhavesh Jain
Instead of focusing only on headline returns, investors should start looking at risk-adjusted returns, says Edelweiss Mutual Fund's Bhavesh Jain
Today we explain how investors with unclaimed LIC insurance amounts or inoperative EPF accounts can check their dues and make claims online facilitated by the Centre's Your Money Your Right campaign.
Here's a comparison of NRE and NRO accounts, along with the latest interest rates offered by leading lenders such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, Punjab National Bank and Axis Bank on fixed deposits with tenures ranging from five to 10 years.
Provident Fund: Forgot your UAN? Here's how to instantly recover your PF number online
Assigned by the EPFO, the UAN is a permanent 12-digit code that stays with you throughout your professional career.
Elevate Campuses plans to raise 2,550 cr via IPO in August
Elevate Campuses to use 1,100 crore of IPO proceeds to acquire portfolio of 14 K-12 school assets and campuses from affiliates of its promoters
The West Bengal government has constituted the state's 7th central pay commission and appointed former IAS officer Atanu Chakraborty as Chairman of the panel. Here are the latest updates from the state...
SEBI weighs risk-based margin framework to boost cash market participation
The proposal could lower upfront margins for trades in highly liquid stocks by around 10-15 percent
Q1 Results Today Highlights July 23, 2026: Follow businessline for more
Crude surge, Iran tensions drive Nifty to fourth straight loss
Realty stocks were the worst performers, falling nearly 1.8 per cent, while chemicals, PSU banks, and oil and gas stocks were also among the key laggards
Brokers Call: Hindustan Aeronautics (Buy)
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Aastha Spintex board clears 1:1 bonus issue, expands into value-added textiles
The company will raise its authorised share capital to Rs 100 crore for the bonus issue and support its expansion into value-added textile products
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Sensex settled 363.66 pts or 0.47% lower at 76,391.39; and Nifty 50 fell 126.65 pts or 0.53% to 23,869.60.
The Karnataka High Court ruling clarifies that property received by a father from his own father does not automatically become ancestral. Children cannot claim a birthright in such assets if they remain the father's self-acquired property.
Rupee slips 4 paise to settle at 96.57 against US dollar
Forex traders say likely intervention by RBI provided support to rupee
Cash deposits below 10 lakh can still attract an Income Tax notice. Here's why
The 10 lakh threshold under Rule 114E only determines when banks must report cash deposits through the Statement of Financial Transactions (SFT). It does not prevent the Income Tax Department from seeking information about deposits below that limit where required under the Income-tax Act.
Over 3 crore ITRs already filed: What happens if you miss 31 July deadline? Tax experts explain
With more than 3 crore Income Tax Returns already filed, taxpayers have a limited time before the 31 July 2026 deadline. Missing it can lead to late-filing fees, interest, refund delays, psychological stress, and loss of tax benefits, making timely filing essential.
Small-cap investing has historically delivered strong return potential but with frequent sharp corrections. Data from Nifty Smallcap 250 TRI show that staying invested through volatility and adopting disciplined approaches, such as SIPs, reduces the impact of market timing on long-term outcomes.
Sensex, Nifty sink below key EMAs at midday; Adani Enterprises, Cipla lead losses
The Niftys advances-declines ratio stood at a weak 19:31
Forgot your UAN? Here's how to retrieve it online through the EPFO portal
The Universal Account Number (UAN) is essential for checking your PF balance, filing claims and accessing other EPFO services. Here's how members can recover a forgotten UAN online or through EPFO's offline facilities.
IndusInd Bank shares fall over 6% despite 72% jump in Q1 profit, brokerages divided
The stock hit an intraday low of 1,000.60 on the NSE, down 6.4 per cent.
Q1 Results Today Live Updates, July 23, 2026: Follow businessline for more
EPFO has urged salaried employees not to withdraw EPF savings for mutual funds, highlighting EPF's retirement, pension and insurance benefits. Here's how EPF differs from mutual funds, key features, tax benefits and practical investment takeaways for long-term financial planning.
IndiGo grants 1.13 lakh stock options at face value amid stock slide
The grant comes as IndiGo shares face pressure, with the stock down 0.73% at 5,079.50 on the NSE by mid-morning on July 23, compared to the previous close of 5,117
ETF split FAQs: Why fund houses are splitting units and how investors benefit
A split reduces the per-unit price of an ETF and increases the number of units an investor owns, while the total value of the investment remains the same. It is not a taxable event and tax applies only when the investor sells the ETF units.
HPCL shares slide as West Asia conflict hits margin, BPCL reverses loss
BPCL posted a consolidated net loss of around 1,873 crore in Q1FY27. The stock traded flat at 315.60on the NSE at 10.32 am after declining nearly 2.8 per cent to 305.10 in early trade from the previous close of 314.
Global diversification matters more than ever, says Marcellus' Saurabh Mukherjea
Marcellus Investment Managers' founder and CIO Saurabh Mukherjea argues that portfolios anchored solely to domestic markets may no longer be enough.
The Centre has introduced a paperless CGHS pensioner card application process through the Bhavishya Portal for retiring central government employees. The move enables auto-filled applications, PAN-based verification, online payment and faster access to CGHS healthcare benefits after retirement.
Revised ITR cannot take away capital loss carry-forward if original return was filed on time: ITAT
A Bengaluru taxpayer won relief after the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal held that filing a revised ITR does not extinguish the right to carry forward capital losses if the original return was filed within the prescribed due date.
NTPC Green Energy shares zoom 9% after Q1 results
The stock climbed 8.8% on the NSE to a high of 99.39 compared with the previous close of 91.30
Sensex, Nifty slide at open as West Asia crisis drives oil above $95; Dr Reddy's drags pharma
Brent crude climbs above $95 a barrel, while WTI crude pushed toward $88, after Houthi rebels targeted Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea
Dr Reddys Lab shares hit 52-week low after Q1 profit falls 69%; brokerages cut targets
Citi retains its sell call with a target price of 1,040, and BofA retains its accumulate recommendation with a target price of 1,480, compared with an earlier target of 1,500
Eternal shares gain after Q1 profit; brokerages see strong growth and execution
The stock rose as brokerages noted strong execution, faster growth in food delivery and quick commerce, and better profitability amid high competition
Gold off two-week peak as oil advances; Fed meeting in focus
Spot gold was steady at $4,132.01 per ounce as of 0324 GMT, after reaching a session high of $4,165.87, the highest since July 7
Rupee Rises 5 Paise to 96.48 Against US Dollar in Early Trade
At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 96.53 before inching up to 96.48, up 5 paise from its previous close.
Gold and silver prices today, 23 July: Check the latest 24K, 22K gold, and 999 silver retail rates across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and other major Indian cities, along with MCX market updates and how they are affected by ongoing geopolitical developments.
Q1 Results Today Live Updates, July 23, 2026: Follow businessline for more
NPS rule change: Pension funds liable for third-party lapses under new PFRDA rules
PFRDA has amended NPS regulations to make pension funds accountable for lapses by third-party entities engaged to provide subscriber services. The regulator has also introduced a Regulatory Sandbox framework to encourage innovation while safeguarding investors.
Silver imports slump as new licensing disrupts shipments
In May, the country imposed silver import licensing to conserve foreign-exchange reserves, reducing shipments from 747 tons in January to an estimated 29 tons in June, according to Metals Focus
IPO corner: Xtranet Tech issue opens at 120-127 price band
Market lot is 110 shares
First-time home buyers: 5 mistakes that can increase your EMI burden
First-time home buyers often make costly loan mistakes that increase EMIs and overall repayment burden. Experts explain how tenure, down payment, credit score, hidden costs and borrowing limits impact home loan affordability, helping buyers make smarter financial decisions.
Lohia Corp IPO opens today at 404-425 price band
Company raised 492 crore from anchor investors on Wednesday
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Gift Nifty indicates gap down opening for Indian stocks
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Gift Nifty at 23,910 (7am IST) signals that Nifty may see a gap down opening of about 100 points.
Gift Nifty indicates a gap down opening for Indian stocks
Focus will be on Infosys results
Key players such as Reliance Retail, HCL Tech, and Vedanta face significant developments, from expanding into the beauty sector and pioneering eSIM technology to navigating legal hurdles, while Sona BLW and HFCL make strides in automotive and data center infrastructure
Petrol, diesel prices today, 23 July: Petrol and diesel prices across India remained unchanged even as Brent crude climbed to $95.5 per barrel, its highest level in more than six weeks, amid mounting concerns that the escalating conflict in the Middle East could disrupt global oil supplies.
8th Pay Commission is expected to submit its report by MayJune 2027. Here's how inflation, cost of living, economic conditions, pay parity and the fitment factor could influence salary hikes, pensions and allowances for over 1.1 crore central government employees.
Why share of passives still remains small in India's mutual fund industry
Passive funds still account for just 16% of India's mutual fund assets, a fraction of the US's 55%, with growth driven mainly by corporate investors.
Unutilised CGAS funds: Don't let 3-year exemption deadline trigger tax notice
A widespread misconception exists that capital gains tax remains deferred until funds are physically withdrawn from the CGAS account.
Income-tax returns: Here's how to file ITR online without a CA? A step-by-step guide for FY26
Filing your income tax returns can be a tough task for first-time taxpayers and salaried individuals alike. Here's a stepwise guide to filing your ITR online yourself, without a CA or tax professional.
SpaceX has lost nearly $1 trillion in market value in five weeks, despite optimism from analysts. The stock rose to $225.64 before plunging 21%. Currently, over 80% of analysts recommend buying, viewing recent declines as potential opportunities despite concerns over high valuations.
Today, we take a look at how EPF subscribers can transfer their old provident fund collection to a new account, how to merge their PF accounts and what to do if they have multiple Universal Account Numbers (UANs).
After equities and mutual funds, its time for bond SIPs
A handful of OBPPs, including IndiaBonds and Grip Invest, have introduced Bond SIPs to simplify investing in fixed income
Q1 Results Today, 22nd July 2026: Follow our Q1 live updates here
8th pay commission: Current house rent allowance rates were set in 2017 last, according to National Council Joint Consultative Machinery. Here's why the NC-JCM has demanded that HRA be revised
Carnelian Asset Management receives SEBI approval to launch mutual fund business
Approval enables firm to expand retail offerings in equity, debt, and hybrid funds, reinforcing its position as an integrated wealth and asset manager.
Can my father sell ancestral property without my consent?
If your father inherited property from his father, can he sell or bequeath it without your consent? Here's what Hindu law says about ancestral property and coparcenary rights.
Gold climbs to two-week high as investors watch West Asia conflict
The current rebound in prices is likely to face headwinds from volatile energy prices, but the $4,000 per ounce level continues to provide strong technical support
HDFC Bank shares tumble over 8% in three days on net interest margin concerns
The three-day sell-off knocked HDFC Bank to the third spot in Indias market-cap rankings, behind Reliance Industries and Bharti Airtel
Brent crude above $95 drags Nifty below 24,000 for third straight session
Realty, media, PSU banks and pharma led the sell-off, while auto and FMCG bucked the trend on strong earnings from Bajaj Auto and Nestl India
Aye Finance posts 144% profit jump in Q1 FY27
Aye Finance shares fall despite strong quarterly results
SOA vs demat account: Which option is better for mutual fund investors after SEBI's latest move?
SEBIs move to allow standing instructions for SWP and STP facilities on demat-held mutual fund units is a significant step towards improving investor convenience. While SOA may offer lower costs, demat provides consolidated portfolio management and a single nomination facility for investors.
Beneficiaries under Andhra Pradesh's Talliki Vandanam scheme 2026 have begun receiving their 13,000 deposit in their accounts from today, 22 July. We explain the eligibility criteria, how to apply, and how you can check payment status.
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Indian equities posted their biggest single-day decline in two weeks as escalating Middle East tensions pushed Brent crude above $95 a barrel, triggering broad-based selling. The Sensex fell 715 points and the Nifty slipped below 24,000, while the rupee weakened against the dollar.
Digital lending in India: How Aadhaar, payments and account aggregators are changing credit
India's lending ecosystem has evolved through digital innovation and public-private partnerships, enhancing data sharing and analysis.
Buying or investing in silver: Here's how silver ETFs, FoFs, jewellery and utensils are taxed
The tax treatment of silver depends on the investment route and the holding period. While capital gains tax applies to ETFs, FoFs and physical silver, the purchase of physical silver also attracts GST.

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