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Indian Shares Rise as Investors Focus on Earnings

Indian stocks rebounded with the Sensex gaining 482 points, driven by gains in metal and pharma sectors, as investors assessed earnings reports.

Ramky Infrastructure zooms on bagging Rs 588.57 crore construction contract from Rail Vikas Nigam

Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): Ramky Infrastructure is currently trading at Rs. 264.55, up by 19.55 points or 7.98% from its previous closin

IndusInd Bank rises on turning black in Q2

Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): IndusInd Bank is currently trading at Rs. 840.95, up by 5.95 points or 0.71% from its previous closing of Rs.

MMC Receives 20 Applications at Prajavani Programme

The MMC received 15 applications related to Town Plannig, four to engineering and one related to Revenue department

JK Cement gains on reporting 8% rise in Q2 consolidated net profit

Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): JK Cement is currently trading at Rs. 4900.00, up by 41.70 points or 0.86% from its previous closing of Rs. 4

ITC Hotels' net profit rises 52% to 202.65 crore in July-September

The hospitality sector player had posted a net profit of 133.29 crore during the corresponding July-September (Q2) period of the previous financi

Backdoor attacks on Indian SMB systems jump 52% in H1 2026: Kaspersky

Kaspersky Security Network data showed 4.52 lakh backdoors were detected between January and June, up from 2.97 lakh in H1 2025 and 4.08 lakh in

Bharat Petroleum Corporation surges despite reporting 21% fall in Q2 consolidated net profit

Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): Bharat Petroleum Corporation is currently trading at Rs. 289.20, up by 7.95 points or 2.83% from its previous

Dream big and make learning a habit, Nirmala tells young women

Women should be confident in using digital tools and learn how to harness emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, Union Minister tell

TMB posts record 451-crore profit; braces for higher ECL provisioning

Bank expects advances to grow over 22% and deposits by over 20% in FY27; cybersecurity to account for a fifth of planned IT spending next year

DMK Womens Wing to stage protest across Tamil Nadu over law and order on October 31

Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh arrested in alleged 100-crore bribery case

Former Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK leader Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi has been arrested in connection with an alleged 100-crore bribery case.

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill five including child: Civil Defence

Civil defence spokesman Mahmoud Bassal said a total of 13 people had been killed and about 60 wounded by Israeli fire and airstrikes in Gaza in t

BPCL expects Russian crude purchases to fall in November as freight costs rise

Higher freight costs are prompting BPCL to reduce Russian crude purchases in November, while Middle Eastern supplies gain commercial appeal.

Transworld Shipping Lines shines on inking pact to purchase two vessels from Orient Express Lines

Mumbai, October 26 (Udaipur Kiran): Transworld Shipping Lines is currently trading at Rs. 169.90, up by 4.35 points or 2.63% from its previous cl

PV Sindhu Claims Badminton Silver At French Open, Falls To World No. 1 An Se Young

PV Sindhu took the opening game and led 8-5 in the decider before An Se Young fought back to win the French Open and extend her winning streak to

Los Angeles speed camera program goes live: Speed limits, fines, locations and other details

Los Angeles is launching its speed camera initiative today to tackle speeding and enhance road safety. With 20 strategically placed cameras in hi

Keralam accident case: Police find video evidence of car overspeeding above 100 kmph

Odisha Braces For Cyclone Arnab, Fire Services On High Alert

Heavy rain forecast in southern districts; rescue teams, shelters readied

Kerala PSC Recruitment Controversy: SIT Notice Issued to Chairman Amid Investigation

The Kerala PSC chairman faces scrutiny from the SIT over alleged irregularities in a recruitment process, raising concerns about transparency. Ke

Fire breaks out at Delhis North Block; six fire tenders deployed, no casualties

A minor fire broke out at Delhis North Block, which houses key Union government offices, on Monday morning, October 26, 2026

DGPs, IGPs Conference to be Held in Tirupati from Dec. 4 to 6

The Chief Secretary directed officials from the departments concerned to make elaborate preparations for the three-day conference, providing spec

Row over TMC, its symbol: Supreme Court grants 20 days to rival factions to file pleadings before EC

The Supreme Court has granted an additional 20 days for two factions of the All India Trinamool Congress. This extension allows both factions to

Ramayana advance booking: Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi's film eyeing Rs 200 crore opening? Know here

Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana is building momentum at the box office ahead of its theatrical release on November 5. The mythological epic, starring Ra

MC Stan says he now follows God

Mumbai: Rapper MC Stan aka Altaf Shaikh has surprised fans with his candid revelation about his spiritual journey on Samay Rainas Indias Got Late

Al-Qaeda seeks to revive Bin Laden legacy, eyes India

New Delhi: On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, Al-Qaeda released a video featuring Hamza bin Laden, son of slain former Al-Qaeda

NBFC industry leaders flag funding gaps as smaller lenders struggle to grow

At the Business Standard BFSI Insight Summit 2026, NBFC industry leaders flag widening funding gaps between large and small lenders amid rising c

India's Daily Multimodal AI Use To Nearly Double To 43% By 2030: Ericsson Report

Notably, the projected level for India is higher than the global estimate of 30 per cent, up from 10 per cent now, the report said

Government extends RELIEF scheme for exporters by six months to March 2027

The extension aims to help Indian exporters manage elevated maritime risks and logistics expenses as disruptions continue across West Asian shipp

TN: Former DMK minister Anbil Mahesh arrested in Rs 100 cr private schools 'scam': Police

Mahesh is accused of collecting money from over 1,000 private school managements in the guise of a party fund during his tenure as School Educati

Steve Smith Injury Scare, Australia Make Big Squad Call Before Must-Win Test vs South Africa

Veteran Australia batter Steve Smith will undergo a fitness test on his troublesome neck.

Trump attacks Bill Maher in 1,300-word Truth Social post after White House dinner

Delhis Namo Yamuna River Safari to Begin Trial Run Ahead of November Launch

Delhis Namo Yamuna River Safari will begin trial runs on a six-km stretch between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur, offering cruise rides, water sports,

ITC Hotels Q2 net profit rises 52% to 202.6 crore, revenue up 26%

ITC Hotels reported a 52% rise in Q2FY27 net profit to 203 crore, with revenue up 26% and RevPAR growing 21%, as its board approved plans to esta

SC rejects plea for CBI probe into horse-trading post TN Assembly polls

Petition accusesTamil Nadu Minister N. Anand and four former AIADMK MLAs of horse-trading to secure a majority in Assembly

Gujarat Declares 4 Districts Drought-Hit Despite 89% Monsoon Rainfall; Farmers To Get

Devbhumi Dwarka, Kutch, Jamnagar and Porbandar face severe rainfall deficits as Gujarat announces financial, employment and livestock relief.

DP World launches double-stack rail services linking JNPA with NCR and Ahmedabad

The new connections aim to improve cargo capacity, transit predictability and supply chain planning across major inland consumption and productio

Tiger Shroff firing case: Police custody of four accused, including two women, extended till Oct 28

A court in Mumbai has extended the police custody of four accused individuals until October 28. These accused were involved in aiding the shooter

Businessman buys Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, phone screen goes black during a call within a year, company rejects warranty claim, wins Rs 98,000 payout

A Rohtak businessman bought a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 for Rs 1,09,999, only to face heating and network problems followed by a black screen. Sams

Left leaders hail Lulas fourth win in Brazil, say it offers hope to workers movements

The youth who took to the streets to defend democracy will reinvigorate our own youth who are fighting the same battle here, says CPI(M) General

Yamal, Mbapp

Manchester: The Ballon dOr winners will be announced on Monday, October 26, with a new generation of football stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kyli

Shift to rate hikes may impact consumption credit demand; will not hurt retail asset quality: Setty

Pointing to the robust 7.1% growth expected this fiscal year, Setty said the demand from productive sectors is unlikely to be impacted

Cyclone Arnab Prompts Fishing Ban as Heavy Rain Alert Issued in Bengal

The Indian Meteorological Department has banned fishing in Bengal due to Cyclone Arnab, predicting heavy rain from Wednesday. Cyclone Arnab Promp

IICC Invites Applications for Merit-cum-Means Scholarships for 2026

SRINAGAR: The India Islamic Cultural Centre (IICC), New Delhi, has invited online applications from eligible Indian students for its Merit-cum-Me

Jio BlackRock AMC launches Advantage World Equity Fund in GIFT City

The fund uses a feeder structure to channel investments into an established global equity strategy spanning major developed markets.

Former Tamil Nadu Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested in Rs 100 crore private schools scam

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) leader and former Tamil Nadu School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi was arrested on Monday (October 26

Ahmedabad University Launches Health Data Science Master's Programme to Help Address Complex Health Challenges

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], October 26: The rapid digitisation of data and evolution of technology are creating a growing need for data scientis

Saudi defence minister leads Mecca Agreement delegation to Iran

Saudi Arabias Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman is leading a delegation to Tehran on Monday, October 26, alongside officials from other c

DMK Womens Wing to stage Statewide protest over law and order on October 31, says Stalin

Delhis war on dust: Why citys pollution hotspots remain a challenge

Delhi grapple with ongoing air pollution issues, largely attributed to insufficient dust management and the build-up of road dust. While efforts

Opinion: Opinion | BJP Rules Out Trinamoolisation' Ahead Of Civic Polls, But Can It Afford To?

25 Arizona voters wrongly flagged as noncitizens regain access before midterms

Twenty-five US citizens in Arizona have regained their voting access after being wrongly flagged as possible noncitizens. Their registrations wer

21 news publishers challenge Indias privacy law, citing risk to journalists sources

The challenge raises questions about how personal data protection requirements could affect investigative reporting, confidential sources and the

Ghost of Yom Kippur War returns as Israel drills for surprise attack amid Iran tensions

Israel has begun a significant 48-hour military exercise to enhance readiness against potential surprise attacks. The exercise involves multiple

Sensex, Nifty end higher in volatile trade; metal and pharma stocks lead gains

Sensex jumps 483 points to 73,607, while Nifty rises 153 points to 22,753 as bargain buying, easing crude prices and positive global cues support

J&K Cabinet expansion, swearing-in on October 27

National Conference spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq said the party leadership, including Omar Abdullah and party president Farooq Abdullah, will decide

Udta Teer box office: Ayushmann-Sara film crosses 19 crore in three days

Written and directed by debutant Aakash Kaushik, the film starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, Udta Teer recorded a total India net col

'We can make the final again': Markram outlines South Africas WTC ambition

Aiden Markram is optimistic about South Africa's chances of reaching the ICC World Test Championship final again. They recently equalized the ser

Supreme Court allows SCBA meeting on election reforms

The Supreme Court has approved the Supreme Court Bar Association's meeting scheduled for November 2 on election reforms. Concerns were raised reg

Need to translate innovation into operational capabilities at a faster pace: Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan

Addressing the plenary session of Indian Navy's flagship annual seminar 'Swavlamban 2026' here, he said advances in Artificial Intelligence and a

8,447 crore in medicine overcharging claims remain outstanding | Data Point

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) had demanded 10,029.8 crore from pharmaceutical companies for overcharging on medicines, inc

First NBA Store In India To Open In 2027 In Partnership With Suditi

Suditi launches the widest assortment of officially licensed NBA Fanwear ever in the country.

Infrastructure reshaping NCRs residential demand, several corridors gain momentum

For years, Gurugram and Noida have shaped Delhi-NCRs residential market, attracting homebuyers with established employment hubs, luxury housing a

Former DMK Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi arrested

Hours after his anticipatory bail plea was dismissed, Chennai Police took the former School Education Minister into custody

Two student deaths in Kota spark negligence claims

The deaths of two students in Kota, India's coaching hub, have renewed concerns over student safety and health, with one family alleging severe n

Amber Alert issued for 6-year-old boy Joseph abducted in California as authorities search for suspect driving blue GMC pickup truc

Amber alert: An Amber Alert was issued in California for 6-year-old Joseph Garcia, who was reportedly abducted from Westminster on October 25, 20

ITC Hotels reports revenues of Rs 1054 cr for Q2, PAT at Rs 203 cr

ITC Hotels reported strong second-quarter growth, with revenue rising 26% and net profit increasing 52% year on year, supported by higher room ra

Coimbatore school students death case: probe transferred to CB-CID

Coimbatore city police handed over a copy of the order to family members of the deceased, who along with relatives and members of various politic

No understanding of nationalism: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari slams TMC

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari accused the previous government of adopting the Joy Bangla slogan of Bangladesh; takes a dig at CJP

Blow For Brisbane Heat As Jonassen Ruled Out Of WBBL 12

Big Bash League: In a major blow for Brisbane Heat, their former captain Jess Jonassen has been ruled out of the Women's Big Bash League 12 due

Ballon d'Or 2026: Date, event time (IST), venue and live streaming details

The live streaming of the Ballon d'Or 2026 ceremony will be available on the DAZN app and website in India

Reva Diamonds posts 52% revenue jump in H1FY27, opens first Jaipur store

Profit after tax for H1FY27 stood at 505 million, up 151% from 201 million in the corresponding period last year, with a PAT margin of 21%

Chinas proposed solar technology export curbs may delay Indias domestic manufacturing push: Report

China's plan to impose export controls on photovoltaic technologies could create challenges for India's solar manufacturing sector and affect sup

Instagram App Now Available on Apple TV, Lets Users Watch Reels on TV

Users can now watch Reels, long-form creator videos, and live shows on a bigger screen

Can a husband avoid paying maintenance by claiming he has no income?

Allahabad High Court has ruled that a husband capable of earning cannot escape his obligation to maintain his wife by citing unemployment or poor

UP CEO probes bizarre voter list names, says action will be taken over forged slips

Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer has acknowledged unusual names appearing in the state's voter list. Issues arose during the recent MLC el

Sanitation workers drop agitation plan

Godrej study finds wellness, not square footage, shaping luxury home preferences in Pune

The findings highlight changing expectations among affluent buyers, with wellness, nature, sustainability and shared lifestyle amenities gaining

BJP Protests Outside Congress Office in Ranchi Over Kharges Alleged Remarks About PM Modis Father

BJP staged a protest in Ranchi against Congress leader Kharges alleged comments about PM Modis father, demanding an apology. BJP Protests Outside

Andy Reid takes responsibility after Chiefs 20-3 loss to Seahawks

After the Kansas City Chiefs' disappointing 3-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, head coach Andy Reid expressed his accountability for the games ou

IPL 2027 mini-auction set to clash with India vs Sri Lanka ODI, trading window closes on November 15

The Indian Premier Leagues 2027 mini-auction will be held in Goa on December 16. That leaves the franchises a month to prepare after the November

Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 becomes highest-grossing Tamil film, hits 700 cr

In just 11 days, Rajinikanth's Jailer 2 has become the highest-grossing Tamil film of all time. The movie has crossed the 700 crore mark at the g

Sensex today | Stock Market Highlights: Stock markets rebound after 4-day slump; Sensex jumps 483 points

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Highlights: Snapping the four-day losing streak, benchmark stock index Sensex jumped nearly 483 points and Nifty clos

Karnataka Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah rejects Pramoda Devis Jamboo Savari suggestion, says government ready to address grievances

Pointing out that the Palace Board and the palace, barring the portion allotted to the erstwhile royal family for its residence, belong to the go

Rupee falls 29 paise to close at 95.22 against U.S. dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 94.92 against the dollar, then lost ground to touch an intra-day low of 95.26 and f

Rahul Gandhi Tells Traders How To End Ramlila Maidan Protest In '30 Seconds'

Rahul Gandhi's comments came days after the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) asked him to defer the Opposition's November 1 protest until afte

Supreme Court refuses to ease bail condition for Delhi riots accused to attend law classes in Ghaziabad

A Bench of Justices Aravind Kumar and Vipul M. Pancholi declined to modify Shadab Ahmads bail condition requiring him to remain in Delhi during t

Centre Tweaks Motor Vehicle Rules To Allow E100 Flex-Fuel Cars

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has changed certain vehicle classification thresholds, fuel specifications, and technical ref

FII outflows stabilising, India story intact, say foreign bank CEOs

Speaking at Day 1 of the BS BFSI Insight Summit 2026, foreign bank CEOs discussed FII outflows, the long-term India growth story, cross-border ca

How Nek Chand Transformed Discarded Materials Into Chandigarh

Nek Chand turned discarded materials into Chandigarhs iconic Rock Garden, inspiring creative reuse and sustainable living.