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As we near Budget 2026, the spotlight shifts to infrastructure development and its vital link to economic expansion. While the core sectors prese
Oyo parent Prism gets shareholders nod for Rs 6,650 crore IPO
Oyo's parent company, Prism, has secured shareholder backing for its initial public offering. The company plans to raise up to Rs 6,650 crore thr
Noida International Airport partners with Tech Mahindra for network, cybersecurity operations
As part of the collaboration, Tech Mahindra will deliver round-the-clock monitoring and management of network and security operations for the air
Gold prices hit a new record high Tuesday, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions as the US seized Venezuelan oil tankers. Silver also neared
Emkay launches emerging Stars Fund Series VII, eyes focus on equities, pre-IPO bets
Emkay Investment Managers has launched Emerging Stars Fund Series VII, a Category III AIF targeting listed equities and pre-IPO opportunities, wi
Ambuja merger a long-term positive, stock to track fundamentals over headlines: Amnish Aggarwal
Ambuja Cements shares are in focus as consolidation benefits are assessed. Infrastructure order activity is picking up, signaling improving secto
India will continue to encourage tourism traffic to support Sri Lanka, says Jaishankar
There are other ways by which India can and will be of support to Sri Lanka. You are a significant tourism economy and let me assure you that we
Bankers urge RBI action as dollar glut, NDF pressure roil Indian rupee forwards
Indian bankers are urging the Reserve Bank of India to step in as a dollar surplus and pressure in the non-deliverable forward market have sent r
Year-end caution prevails, but optimism builds for markets ahead: Amnish Aggarwal
Investors are looking past year-end market movements. They are focusing on earnings strength and sector opportunities. The outlook for next year
Vodafone Idea shares have surged 22% in a month, hitting a fresh 52-week high as hopes rise over potential AGR dues relief. Reports of an interes
South Korea's Hyosung Heavy signs $82 million deal for UK wind project
Hyosung Heavy Industries secured a contract worth 120 billion won, or approximately USD 82 million, to supply ultra-high-voltage transformers to
Sensex, Nifty flat in mid-session, Coal India, Shriram Finance lead gainers
Profit booking and global caution keep investors on edge in a holiday-shortened week, with gains in Coal India, UltraTech Cement, NMDC and Jupite
Dhariwal Buildtech, ESDS Software Solution, BLS Polymers get SEBI nod to float IPOs
All three IPOs will comprise entirely fresh issues, with no offer-for-sale (OFS) component
No major shift in cement pricing expected post ACC-Ambuja Cement amalgamation: Rakesh Arora
The proposed amalgamation of ACC and Ambuja Cement, a decades-long relationship, brings focus to valuation upside and operational synergies for t
Japan shares rise as bond yields retreat; tech jitters weigh on Nikkei
Japanese stocks rose on Tuesday as a retreat in domestic bond yields from record highs lifted sentiment, although persistent worries about artifi
Bartronics rolls out farmer-centric digital platform in Maharashtra
The engagements reflect Bartronics Indias platform-led approach, integrating farmers with market access, logistics, storage, and allied services
Praveg opens theme park, heritage museum in Gujarat
Shares and of the company were up 7% at 331 on Tuesday
Frost bite tea plantations in Munnar, Nilgiris, impacting production
The crop loss due to declining temperature in Munnar region alone was estimated to be around 100 hectares, which is likely to affect three months
Travel agents seek efforts to boost CIALs competitiveness
Passengers and travel agents have reported that the *0484 Aero Lounge* pricing is significantly higher compared to similar lounges at other airpo
Capex stays king as Budget FY27 balances growth with deficit control: EY Report
Real GDP grew 8.2% in Q2 FY26, driven by balanced expansion in manufacturing and services, while inflation has fallen to a near-record low of 0.7
Real-time tax data to sharpen state GDP estimates under new methodology: MoSPI
India is set to enhance economic growth estimation for states. Real-time Goods and Services Tax Network data will provide more accurate Gross Sta
IRFC share price gain 5.03% as Sensex falls
IRFC Share Price: On the technical charts, the RSI of the stock stood at 65.98.
Granules India to raise 1,762.50 crore
The board approved the plan to raise 1,462.50 crore through the issuance of up to 2.50 crore convertible warrants priced at 585 each
KSH International shares slip 5% after listing at discount. Should you buy, sell or hold?
KSH Internationals shares slipped 5% on debut after listing at a nearly 4% discount to the IPO price, reflecting cautious investor sentiment and
Shares of Ambuja Cements and ACC rose after Ambujas board approved the merger of ACC and Orient Cement into Ambuja to form a unified One Cement P
PAN-Aadhaar linking deadline: Link your PAN with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025, or face consequences. Unlinked PANs become inoperative from Januar
Following unrest, some exporters seek ban on rice exports to Bangladesh
Shippers say shipments at risk in view of the unrest and also point to Dhakas ban on export of raw jute to New Delhi
Foreigners buy most Indian stocks in 2 months as rupee recovers
Foreign investors injected the most capital into Indian stocks in two months, purchasing $644 million in local shares. This surge followed a rupe
Central banks diversifying forex reserves from USD & Euro to gold and other currencies: CareEdge
Global central banks are actively diversifying reserves, reducing reliance on the US dollar and euro. While the dollar's dominance persists in in
US markets in 2026: AI slowdown, credit stress could test the rally: Seth Freeman
US markets head into 2026 with strong momentum but rising risks. Seth Freeman warns AI growth could falter, private credit stress may intensify,
Motilal Oswal has initiated coverage on Nykaa with a Neutral rating and a target price of Rs 280, implying a 10.3% upside from the previous close
India, New Zealand FTA to help diversify exports, attract investments: Experts
India and New Zealand have concluded free trade agreement negotiations, set to be signed and implemented next year. The pact aims to diversify In
CCI to take out nationwide rally to battle adulteration, champion fair practices
The yarta aims to spread awareness about consumer protection laws, fair trade practices, accurate weighing and measures, and curbing adulteration
Coal India shares rise 3.5% as subsidiary Bharat Coking Coal plans Rs 1,300 crore IPO
Coal India shares rose on Tuesday after reports that its subsidiary, Bharat Coking Coal (BCCL), is preparing a Rs 1,300 crore IPO via a 10% stake
Central laboratory confirms avian flu outbreak in parts of Alappuzha, Kottayam districts
Officials ramp up monitoring and response efforts as confirmed cases of avian flu raise concerns for local poultry farmers amid peak holiday seas
Investors gear up for a Naya Daur in 2026: Mirae Assets Swarup Mohanty shares market insights
Mirae Asset CIO Swarup Mohanty anticipates 2026 as a stock picker's market, favoring healthcare and banking, especially smaller private banks. Gl
Global equities climbed Tuesday, buoyed by anticipated US interest rate cuts and easing AI concerns. Gold and silver hit record highs as US econo
Short-term calm, long-term strain: The US Dollars uneasy outlook
The U.S. dollar is stabilising after a steep 9% annual drop, but most analysts expect its downtrend to resume as global growth strengthens and th
HCL to buy business intelligence platform Jaspersoft for $240M
HCLSoftware, the software division of IT services giant HCLTech, has announced its plan to acquire business intelligence platform Jaspersoft from
Why higher yields could become the new normal for global markets
Long-term bond yields are rising despite Fed rate cuts, driven by sticky inflation, soaring U.S. deficits, and a higher term premium. Markets are
Delhi court orders framing of charges against Cong MP Karti Chidambaram in Chinese visa scam case
Special Judge (CBI) Dig Vinay Singh, who was hearing the case against Karti Chindambaram and seven others, ordered the framing of charges against
Currency Crossroads: What rupee at 91 vs USD means for global markets and HNIs
The Indian rupee has fallen to 91 against the US dollar. This significant move impacts Indian markets, wealthy individuals, and foreign investors
Adanis Ambuja Cements gain 4% on merger plan with ACC, Orient Cement
Stock gains after boards approve amalgamation of ACC and Orient Cement aimed at creating a unified cement platform
India's IPO market gains momentum, boosts PE exits: KPMG report
India's IPO market has shown strong momentum in 2025, emerging as a key exit route for private equity (PE) investors, according to KPMG's Pulse o
Indias power sector finds its next big bet in batteries
Falling battery prices and policy support are triggering a surge in grid-scale energy storage, with Reliance, Adani, JSW and Waaree planning larg
USISPF welcomes SHANTI Act, calls it turning point for India's energy sector
The SHANTI Act effectively repeals and replaces the Atomic Energy Act, 1962, and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010
Google boosts AI data center power with $4.75B Intersect acquisition
Google's parent company, Alphabet, has announced its acquisition of clean energy developer Intersect Power for $4.75 billion in cash, plus the as
KSH International shares slide further by 4% after discount debut
The stock listed at 370 on both the NSE and BSE, nearly 4% lower than its IPO price of 384; after its weak opening, the shares extended losses in
Meesho shares fell for a third session after a blistering 110% post-IPO rally, as a low free-float, short-covering pressures and profit-taking tr
Jupiter Wagons shares zoom 32% in 3 days after promoter buys Rs 135 crore stake
Jupiter Wagons shares have seen a sharp uptick in three days after promoter Tatravagonka A.S. increased its stake via a Rs 135-crore convertible
Market algorithms: How Algo trading is reshaping global investing
Algorithmic trading, once the domain of global hedge funds, is now increasingly relevant for HNIs and family offices in India and abroad. Using p
Global investors like SoftBank and Temasek have incurred substantial notional losses on Ola Electric shares, with valuations plummeting by approx
Piyush Goyal to visit Chennai, to meet TN Guv, Edappadi K Palaniswami
Goyal will also meet AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami
Swarup Mohanty on cycles, conviction and the rise of midcaps
Swarup Mohanty of Mirae Asset highlights a year of shifting market dynamics, where traditional assumptions are being challenged. The firm has evo
Capital market infrastructure tops 70,000 crore in FY25
Jefferies turns constructive on brokers and select market intermediaries, citing strong structural tailwinds, rising equity participation and sco
Hospitals, defence stocks set for multi-year growth as capex and orders rise: Mayuresh Joshi
Indias hospital and defence sectors offer strong long-term investment potential, driven by capacity expansion, medical tourism, healthy order boo
Gold hits record high on safe-haven demand; silver climbs to new peak
Spot gold was up 0.9 per cent at $4,486.41 per ounce, after hitting a record $4,497.55 earlier in the day
The report highlighted that India remains well-positioned to navigate global challenges while sustaining strong economic growth
PVR Inox shares are showing signs of life with the success of Dhurandhar and the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash. These films are expected to boo
Amazon says blocked 1,800 North Koreans from applying for jobs
Amazon has blocked over 1,800 North Koreans attempting to secure remote IT jobs, citing a rise in applications and the use of laptop farms. This
Railway stocks extended their rebound on Tuesday, with Jupiter Wagons, IRCTC and RailTel gaining as investors reposition ahead of Union Budget 20
Rupee falls 5 paise to 89.73 against U.S. dollar in early trade
On the domestic equity market front, Sensex declined 116.57 points to 85,450.91 in early trade, while the Nifty was down 27.15 points to 26,145.2
Stock markets decline in early trade after two days of rally
Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Tuesday after two days of sharp rally, dragged by IT st
India's 10-year bond yield hits 6.70% first time this fiscal year on supply glut
Indian government bonds experienced a further decline on Tuesday, following a significant drop the previous day. This downturn is attributed to u
IPO boom lifts fundraising to record Rs 1.76 lakh cr in 2025; outlook remains firm for New Year
India's IPO market achieved a record Rs 1.76 lakh crore in 2025. This strong performance, driven by domestic liquidity and investor confidence, i
Explained: What merger of Ambuja Cements, ACC, Orient Cement means for Adani shareholders
Ambuja Cements board approved merger schemes to combine ACC and Orient Cement into Ambuja through share swaps, with no cash payout. ACC sharehold
Amazon rejects 1,800 job applicants over suspected North Korea links
Amazon has denied employment to over 1,800 North Korean applicants amid concerns of money laundering.
Pay, policy and pressure - Why Indian doctors are quitting the UK
Indian government data presented during the Winter Session of Parliament showed that Health and Care Worker visas issued to Indian nationals fell
Jupiter Wagons, MCX India and 4 other stocks flash bullish signals, indicating a possible uptrend
On December 22, six Nifty500 stocks gained over 5% and appeared on the bullish White Marubozu scanner, indicating strong intraday buying pressure
Four lost years push Indian IT to an AI reckoning. Will TCS, Infosys, Wipro deliver in 2026?
Indian IT stocks, after a four-year slump, face an AI reckoning. While past growth was fueled by pandemic spending, a cautious global market and
Gold and silver prices extended record-breaking gains on Tuesday, with MCX gold February futures hitting Rs 1,38,300/10 grams and silver March fu
KSH International shares list at 4% discount to IPO price on BSE, NSE
KSH International listed at a nearly 4% discount to its IPO price, reflecting muted investor sentiment after the issue saw just 83% subscription.
CCI probes IndiGo for abusing its market dominance
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) is conducting a preliminary assessment into IndiGo airlines over allegations of exploitative pricing.
Markets saw huge volatility in 2025, with analysts predicting its continuation into 2026. Dynamic asset allocation funds, also known as balanced
GPT Infraprojects shares zoom 6% after being declared L1 bidder for Rs 670 crore NHAI project
GPT Infraprojects shares: The company emerged as the L1 bidder for a Rs 670 crore NHAI infrastructure project. The order was secured through a co
ISRO to launch BlueBird Block-2 satellite of US' AST SpaceMobile on December 24
ISRO stated that the LVM3-M6/BlueBird Block-2 Mission is a dedicated commercial mission onboard the LVM3 launch vehicle, which will launch the Bl
Indian doctors are leaving the UK! Money troubles or policy pressures? Heres the real reason
Indian doctors and nurses are increasingly leaving the UK's NHS due to rising costs, tighter immigration rules, and reduced job security. Financi
Gujarat Kidney and Super Specialty IPO is attracting investor attention. The issue is oversubscribed, with strong demand from retail investors. T
Trade deal: US-Indonesia agree to 'balanced' market access; to be signed next month
Indonesia and the United States have finalized a new tariff deal, with presidents expected to sign it next month. The agreement lowers US tariffs
KSH International Share Price Listing Live: Shares to debut on NSE, BSE today
KSH International IPO listing today, KSH International share price live updates: Catch live updates on share price movement, listing price, IPO,
Sensex slips over 100 pts, Nifty below 26,200 as foreign outflows halt 2-day rally
Indian equities opened lower on Tuesday, breaking a two-day rally as foreign investors resumed selling. The Sensex and Nifty saw slight declines,
SBI, Varun Beverages among Axis Securities top 9 stock picks for 2026, up to 23% upside seen
Axis Securities forecasts the Nifty 50 to reach 28,100 by December 2026, anticipating a robust earnings-led growth phase for Indian equities. The
HNI demand didnt save them: 12 heavily subscribed IPOs of 2025 are still underwater
India's IPO market is facing a harsh reality check as nearly half of the 102 listings in 2025 are trading below their issue price. Even strong de
Stock market today: Nifty50 opens flat; BSE Sensex below 85,500
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Tuesday. While Nifty50 was above 26,150, BSE Se
Ola Electric shares in focus after clarification on promoter stake sale for debt repayment
Ola Electric shares: The company clarified that promoter Bhavish Aggarwals Rs 324 crore stake sale was a one-time move to repay debt. The proceed
Reliance Power among 4 Nifty500 stocks closing below VWAP
On December 22, four Nifty500 stocks closed more than 1.5% below their VWAP levels, signalling potential bearish pressure. Closing below VWAP ind
Big flames die fast: Lessons from 2025 for the investor in 2026
Indias long-term story remains strong. Real growth is healthy, and corporate balance sheets are cleaner than most global peersand at their all ti
No extension, 5 leased B737 planes from Turkey can be operated only till March 26: DGCA tells IndiGo
The decision had come against the backdrop of Turkiye backing Pakistan and condemning India's strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country
Why 2025 was a turning point for tax planning and investments
Changes in income tax law and new regime have done away with the year-end rush for investments to save on tax. But experts still advise active ta
ETFs, mutual funds or direct stocks? Choosing the right route for global investing: Nikhil Advani
Indian investors are increasingly seeking global diversification, with outbound investment queries rising 25-30% year-on-year. Despite domestic m
