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D-Street rebounds: Sensex, Nifty up 1%, auto stocks roar, Sun Pharma, Infosys, TCS top losers
Indian equities traded firmly higher in mid-session on Friday, supported by easing geopolitical tensions after a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, with broad-based buying across sectors despite continued weakness in IT stocks.
Ajmera Realty jumps 3% as record FY26 pre-sales lift sentiment
Ajmera Realty logs pre-sales for FY26 at 1,701 crore, a 57% jump year-on-year
MWL shares edge up after vendor empanelment
MWL has been empanelled as an approved vendor by QatarEnergy, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Engineers India Limited (EIL) and Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited (GSFC)
Godrej Properties shares rise on record FY26 results; stock up 1.7% in afternoon trade
The stocks move follows GPL reporting FY2026 booking value of 34,171 crore, up 16 per cent year-on-year and the highest ever by any Indian listed real estate developer
Prestige Estates shares gain on 9,000 crore Mumbai JV project announcement
The project spans around 6 acres with a development potential of 1.7 million sq ft and an estimated gross development value of over 9,000 crore.
Nifty crosses 24,000; IT stocks bleed as broader market rallies
Infosys falls 3.5%, TCS 3.2%, HCL Tech 2.5% and Tech Mahindra 2.2%
BSE shares hit 52-week high, what is driving the surge?
The rise follows the exchange getting SEBIs approval to launch derivative contracts on the BSE Focused IT Index
Om Power Transmission IPO subscribed 46% on day 2 morning
The RII category leads with 0.42 times subscription, with bids received for 12.48 lakh shares against 30.01 lakh shares reserved. QIBs have bid for 13.37 lakh shares against 17.15 lakh shares reserved, clocking 0.78 times
TCS shares down 3.2% despite Q4 profit growth and deal wins
Broader IT sector also witnesses selling pressure, with the Nifty IT index falling nearly 3% to hit a low of 30,721.40 during the session
India gold demand firms ahead of festival; China premiums ease
Akshaya Tritiya, the second-biggest gold-buying festival in India after Dhanteras when buying gold is considered auspicious, will be celebrated on April 19
Wipro shares steady amid IT selloff, buyback buzz lifts sentiment
Wipro holds ground even as most IT stocks trade in red, supported by April 16 board meet optimism
Axis Mutual Fund launches defence index fund; NFO opens 10 April
Axis Nifty India Defence Index Fund NFO opens for subscription, tracking defence sector index amid rising global and domestic defence spending and policy support across the country.
Rupee rises 10 paise to 92.41/USD; faces risks from rising global tensions
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.58 against the US dollar, then gained ground to touch 92.41 against the US dollar in initial trade, registering a gain of 10 paise over its previous close
Crude surge, geopolitical tensions weigh on IT; financials, paints outperform
IT stocks weighed on the indices, while financial and consumption stocks provided support.
Gold prices log worst monthly fall since 2013 with 12% drop in March: World Gold Council
World Gold Council says much of the decline stemmed from momentum factors, including global gold ETF outflows, a COMEX net long unwind, and a price trend reversal
PPFAS's Rajeev Thakkar reveals how they bought the March dip.
PPFAS has been using volatility to its advantage, deploying wherever it finds opportunities and selling wherever the opportunity comes, says its CIO Rajeev Thakkar
PFRDA launches NPS Swasthya, enabling subscribers to use retirement funds for healthcare
Powered by Medi Assists Maven infrastructure, the initiative enables eligible NPS subscribers to access a portion of their retirement corpus for hospitalisation expenses, while continuing to benefit from long-term market-linked growth.
Stock Market Live: Gift Nifty points to gap-up opening as global cues drive early market mood
Sensex, Nifty live updates on 10 April 2026: The stock of Belrise Industries has been rallying steadily ever since its listing in May 2025. But for nearly two months now, that is since mid-February, the scrip has largely been trading within a range. But on Thursday, it broke out of the resistance band of 198-200 and hit a life-time high of 204.40. We expect the stock to rally further, potentially to 225 in the near-term.
A host of stocks including Wipro, Poonawalla Fincorp, Prestige Estates, Amagi Media Lab and Ashiana Housing will remain in focus on Friday amid buybacks, QIPs, orders and expansion updates.
Gift Nifty signals gap-up opening as global cues lift market sentiment
However, investor sentiment remains cautious amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the Iran-US corridor, persistent FII outflows, and concerns over macroeconomic risks
BSE gets SEBI nod to launch derivative contracts on BSE Focused IT Index
The BSE had received regulator nod to launch index derivatives on the BSE Sensex Next 30 in March and BSE Focused Midcap Index in February
Corporate FD rates in April 2026: Bajaj Finance, Shriram Finance, Mahindra Finance among top NBFCs
Corporate fixed deposit rates in April 2026 offer competitive returns from leading NBFCs, with varied tenures, senior-citizen benefits, and key safety features for stable, predictable investment planning.
Nifty snaps 5-day winning streak as ceasefire hopes fade, crude surges
The BSE Sensex dropped 931 points (1.20%) to close at 76,631, while the Nifty 50 fell 222 points (0.93%) to end at 23,766
TCS Q4 Results Highlights: IT bellwether Q4 PAT up 12% y-o-y; FY26 profit sees marginal growth
TCS Q4 results today highlights:Follow our updates. Along with TCS, Anand Rathi Wealth and GM Breweries will also annnounce Q4FY26 results today.
ABD Maestro launches ZOYA Pink Mix Berries Gin at 2,500 in Maharashtra
The new gin combines a juniper base with strawberry, cranberry, blackberry, and raspberry
How will the new wage rule impact your April 2026 take-home salary? Use this calculator to find out
April 2026 salary changes under the new wage rule may shrink take-home pay while boosting employees' provident fund savings and long-term financial security.
Anand Rathi Wealth Q4 profit jumps 41%; board announces bonus issue, dividend
Board proposes 7 per share final dividend and 1:1 bonus issue as company reports strong annual growth of 32.4% in FY26
Milky Mist beats FY26 growth estimates, IPO on track, says CEO
The IPO is definitely on track and we are evaluating the right market conditions, says CEO
Markets slide at midday; L&T, IndiGo drag as Hindalco, NTPC buck the trend
IT stocks remained under pressure ahead of TCSs Q4 results, while banking and financial stocks saw broad-based selling. Realty and auto sectors also saw early weakness, according to Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money
Ashok Leyland shares pull back slightly after three-day rally, still up over 12% this week
Sell orders outweigh buy orders, with 57.46% on the sell side against 42.54% on the buy side
Ola Electric shares surge 15% as LFP cell announcement lifts sentiment
The announcement was preceded by a price cut of 60,000 on the Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh, bringing it to 1,29,999, attributed to production efficiencies from scaled-up 4680 cell output
Rupee drifts wedged between ceasefire jitters, impact of regulatory curbs
The rupee has hovered in a 92.50-93.50 range over the last week after RBIs measures to curb excessive arbitrage positions were announced on March 27 and April 1
Adani shares slide after Wednesdays rally as SEC case developments digest
The legal development that drove Wednesdays move centres on a letter filed on April 7 by lawyers representing Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani, indicating their intent to seek dismissal of the SEC complaint by April 30
Why US bond yields at 4.28% won't unlock a foreign capital wave into India
With the 10-year US Treasury yield hovering around 4.28%, the case for a meaningful, sustained influx of overseas capital into Indian markets remains dim. But why is it so?
Personal loan interest rates in April 2026 vary across top lenders, making comparison essential to reduce EMIs and total cost while considering fees, tenure, and any hidden charges.
Rupee falls 17 paise to 92.71 against US dollar in early trade
Geo-Political uncertainty was still high amid Irans threat to step out of the talks if Israel kept bombing Lebanon, keeping investors wary of the opening of the Strait of Hormuz
Markets open lower as profit-booking offsets ceasefire rally; Bajaj Auto, NTPC top gainers
The BSE Sensex, which closed at 77,562.90 on Wednesday, opened at 77,319.33 and was trading at 77,312.50, down 250.40 or 0.32%, as of 9.21 am
Markets set for cautious start amid Iran-US tensions; TCS results eyed for direction
Geopolitical tension, FPI selling continue to keep marksmen anxious
Gold steady as investors eye US-Iran talks, brace for inflation data
March Fed minutes signal growing support for rate hikes
BofA sees upside in bank stocks, cautious on IT sector outlook
The Nifty Bank index has underperformed the broader market amid geopolitical tensions and foreign investor selling
How the math works behind a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation
SpaceXs proposed $1.75 trillion valuation is driven by Starlinks rapid growth, strong launch dominance and investor optimism, though stretched multiples and unproven bets raise questions over sustainability
Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Adani Green Energy
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The short-term outlook is bullish for Adani Green Energy. The stock has been moving in a broad sideways range for more than a year now. Within that, the share price is now moving up from the lower end of the range. The chances are high now for the stock to go up towards the upper end of the range. Strong support is in the 1,000-980 region. Adani Green Energy share price can go up to 1,200 in the coming weeks.
Power, infra and pharma stocks are buzzing after key developments including CEAs capacity upgrade, major project approvals in Arunachal Pradesh, and global expansion moves by RedTape and Bosch, signalling strong corporate activity across sectors.
PPFAS Asset Management gets PFRDA approval to launch pension fund under NPS
The will now manage retirement savings via a dedicated pension fund, leveraging NPS tax benefits and long-term growth potential.
Gifting property to your spouse? The taxman is watching now
Sub-registrars must now report property gift deeds above 45 lakh to the tax department, bringing such transfers into taxpayers AIS and tightening scrutiny on clubbing-rule violations.
MMTC-PAMP launches buyback offer for silver coins, bars, jewellery
MMTC-PAMP will commence silver recycling at select exclusive brand stores / purity verification stores in Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Ludhiana, Ahmedabad, Mumbai and New Delhi
Is diversifying into real estate a good idea when your portfolio has 60% equity exposure?
With 60% already in equity and a 75 lakh windfall in hand, should a 40-year-old add real estate or rebalance for retirement and childrens education goals?
SFLs board approved the preferential allotment at its meeting on April 8, 2026
Is your KYC safe? 5 steps to check status and avoid mutual fund scams
Mutual fund KYC verification helps investors stay scam-free by ensuring updated records, understanding status categories, and following simple steps to maintain secure, compliant investments across the country.
Rupee surges 47 paise to close at 92.59/USD on US-Iran ceasefire, RBI pause on policy rates
At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 92.92 against the US dollar, then gained ground to touch 92.56 against the US dollar in initial trade and finally ended the day at 92.59
SBI shares rally 3.5% as analysts back strong Q4 outlook
The stock opened at 1,074, touched a high of 1,077.80, and was trading with a sell-heavy order book with over 1.88 crore shares changing hands, generating a traded value of 1,948.84 crore by early afternoon
RBI policy: Why the end of the Goldilocks phase isnt a jolt for investors
With growth holding steady and inflation remaining manageable, the central banks latest roadmap offers a reassuring path through global geopolitical volatility.
Bank Nifty surges after RBI policy decision: Why did bank stocks rally on unchanged repo rate?
Heavyweights Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, ICICI Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank gained between 3 per cent and 5 per cent.
Despite inflation remaining within the target band, the central bank flagged rising risks from volatile oil prices and potential second-round effects that could weigh on consumption and delay investment recovery
Svatantra Microfin plans $250 million IPO; hires Kotak, Axis Capital as advisers
The proposed IPO is expected to include a mix of fresh issue and secondary share sales, with draft papers likely in the coming months.
Dark patterns that you need to watch out for while buying insurance
From pre-ticked add-ons to hidden renewal tweaks, insurance buyers face digital nudges that inflate premiums. Irdai calls for insurers to clean up dark patterns.
Titan shares jump 6% on strong jewellery growth in Q4FY26
The companys overall consumer businesses posted a growth of around 4% y-o-y during the quarter, underscoring resilient demand despite elevated gold prices
IRDAI forms sub-committee to strengthen health insurance ecosystem in India
IRDAI forms a sub-committee to strengthen the health insurance ecosystem, focusing on coverage, claims, and consumer experience to boost access, efficiency, and trust.
Tata Motors shares surge as CV and JLR sales data bolster investor confidence
Tata Motors Limited (formerly TML Commercial Vehicles Limited), listed on the NSE under NIFTY NEXT 50, was trading at 435.05 as of 10.41 AM, up 39.00 or 9.85 per cent from its previous close of 396.05
Adani Enterprises, Adani Ports rally up to 10%, group stocks jump amid legal developments
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone advanced 8% to 1,490.20 and touched an intraday high of 1,505.70. Power-focused entity Adani Power rose over 6% to 174.35
Tata Steel shares up 4% as annual crude steel production rises in FY26
Tata Steel reported its annual crude steel production in India at 23.48 MT in FY26, registering an increase of 8 per cent year-on-year
Rupee surges 50 paise to 92.56 against USD in early trade after US, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire
Forex traders said the two-week ceasefire announcement triggered a wave of outsized bargain buying amongst the risk assets as Asian Stocks, Dow futures, Gold and Silver all rallied
Sensex surges 2,550 points, Nifty crosses 23,800 as US-Iran ceasefire sparks risk-on rally
Ceasefire immediately deflated crude oil prices
Gold rises to near three-week high as Trump pauses attacks on Iran
Spot gold was up 2.3% at $4,812.49 per ounce after ceasefire announcement
Iran ceasefire offers rupee major boost ahead of RBI policy; oil plummets
The rupee is likely to open in the 92.40-92.50 range
Nifty seen rebounding 800 points on easing West Asia tensions
Post two-week truce between US and Iran, value buying to return
LIC board to consider first bonus share issue on April 13
The move could benefit around 21 lakh retail investors
15 stocks including Infosys, GAIL, Lupin, SRF to be in focus on Wednesday
Shares of 15 companies including Infosys, GAIL, Aurobindo Pharma and Lupin will be in focus on Wednesday, driven by key developments such as earnings cues, sectoral trends, and broader market sentiment.
Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: Welspun Corp (878.85)
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: The short-term outlook is bullish for Welspun Corp. The stock has been moving up well for more than two weeks now. The 2 per cent rise on Tuesday has taken the share price well above the 200-Day Moving Average (DMA). Immediate support is at 867. Below that, 850, the 200-DMA is the next important support. Moving average crossovers on the daily chart also strengthens the bullish case. Welspun Corp share price can rise to 960 and even 990 in the coming weeks.
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Nifty reclaims 23,000 as IT leads four-session rally
Recovery driven largely by short-covering and selective accumulation in IT, metals, and realty
Indian expats in Dubai: What happens if you don't have a will?
UAE succession laws have changed for non-Muslim expats. Heres what happens if you die intestate, how to register a Will in Dubai, and why Indian residents may need separate Wills.
How the new credit reporting cycle will rewire loans, EMIs and approvals
Weekly credit reporting is turning Indias loan approvals into near real-time decisionstightening discipline, curbing risky borrowing, and reshaping how lenders judge you.
Q4FY26 results this week: Check out this weeks earnings: TCS, Anand Rathi, GM Breweries
TCS board to meet on April 9 to consider and approve the companys audited standalone and consolidated earnings for Q4 FY26
Form 121 has replaced Form 15G and Form 15H, which must be submitted to avoid TDS. A single form removes confusion about which form is applicable and simplifies the submission process.
Rupee ends higher at 93/$; traders eye Trumps Iran deadline, RBI policy decision
The rupee closed up 0.1% at 93.0075 against the US dollar, its strongest closing level since mid-March
Thinking about chasing rallies in defence and energy? Experts warn against it.
The allure of war-led gains is drawing investors in, but history suggests that chasing these rallies often leads to sub-optimal returns.
Gold futures decline to 1.49 lakh/10g as oil surge, US-Iran tensions weigh on sentiment
On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold for June delivery fell by 610 (0.41%) to 1,49,371 per 10 grams on a turnover of 7,270 lots
Depressed tech valuations could offer entry point for investors, Goldman Sachs says
Technology stocks, including those from the United States, are looking cheap following a prolonged period of underperformance, creating a potential entry point for investors, Goldman Sachs said on Tuesday
New salary rules in India: What the 50% wage norm means for EPF, gratuity and take-home pay
Starting 1 April 2026, new labour reforms in India will change salary structures, potentially lowering take-home pay for many employees. Here's how the new rules impact EPF and gratuity.
Sensex, Nifty recover from early loss: IT stocks lift benchmarks amid oil price concerns
Investor sentiment remained cautious after renewed geopolitical tensions, with US President Donald Trump reiterating threats against Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, fuelling fears of supply disruptions in global oil markets
Q4FY26 earnings calendar: TCS, Infosys, HDFC Bank, Reliance among key companies to announce results
Here is a date-wise list of key companies scheduled to report their earnings in April and May
Regulatory risk keeps bankers from tapping rupee futuresforwards arbitrage
Futures-forward gap widens after RBI curbs, unleashing heavy dollar selling in the onshore forward market and pushing dollar/rupee forward rates lower
Stock Market Live: Sensex, Nifty hold steady in choppy trade on global uncertainty
Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Markets began Tuesday on a weak footing as rising US-Iran tensions and high volatility levels dampened sentiment, with investors awaiting RBI policy cues and earnings triggers amid expectations of continued choppy and range-bound trade.
Asian shares mostly higher ahead of Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen oil route
Oil prices have been seesawing amid uncertainty about what will happen in the war with Iran and how long it will slow the global flow of oil and natural gas
PC Jeweller shares surged as much as 9.5% in early trade, with the stock trading at 8.60 at 11.39 am after hitting an intraday high of 9.27 against the previous close of 8.46
Hindalco shares gain 4% after JP Morgan upgrade, aluminium outlook turns bullish
JP Morgan expects substantial earnings growth for the sector over the coming quarters, driven by higher London Metal Exchange aluminium prices and favourable currency movements, particularly the depreciation of the Indian rupee
Gold steadies near $4,700 as West Asia uncertainty keeps markets on edge
Silver followed a softer trend, with MCX silver at 2,33,379, up 2.38% as of April 7; The Comex implied range of $71.21$74.71 indicates ongoing volatility
