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How auroras triggered by solar storms can threaten power grids on Earth

Scientists have found that explosive magnetic energy releases in Earths magnetotail can trigger rapid disturbances in ground-level magnetic fields

5 Nov 2026 12:41 pm
ICICI Bank shares near 52-week high as allotments signal employee scheme activity

Strong sectoral momentum supported the stock, while fresh regulatory disclosures detailed equity allotments under the banks employee compensation schemes

5 Nov 2026 12:34 pm
Lenskart hits 52-week high as street cheers strong Q2 results

The sharp move follows Wednesdays second-quarter FY27 results, which showed consolidated revenue growing 33 per cent year-on-year to 28.5 billion and adjusted profit after tax more than doubling to 2.26 billion.

5 Nov 2026 12:34 pm
Gold rallies on softer dollar, easing yields after US midterm results

Spot gold rises 1.6% to $4,123.71; analyst sees potential recovery toward $4,200-$4,400 if support holds

5 Nov 2026 12:33 pm
BSE surges 6.5% mid-morning; analysts divided after strong H1 print

The stock has gained 45.93 per cent year-to-date and 53.61 per cent over the past year. Its 52-week range stands between 2,377.40 and 4,446.80, with the total market capitalisation at 1,56,607 crore.

5 Nov 2026 12:24 pm
Green office spaces to account for 80-85% of Indias office leasing in 2026: Report

Companies are increasingly choosing certified buildings as energy efficiency, resource conservation and workplace quality become important factors in office space decisions

5 Nov 2026 12:24 pm
HDFC Bank climbs for third straight session, up 12% from last weeks Low

The banking stock has staged a sharp recovery this week, outperforming the benchmark index despite continued selling pressure at higher levels

5 Nov 2026 12:16 pm
LG Electronics India Q2 profit rises 25.7% to 489 crore on strong appliance demand

Strong sales of televisions, refrigerators and washing machines supported quarterly growth, while localisation investments remain central to the companys cost strategy

5 Nov 2026 12:04 pm
Indian aviation could benefit from West Asia conflict de-escalation: Jefferies

Lower operating expenses and improved flight connectivity could help airlines rebuild passenger demand after months of disruptions and elevated airfares

5 Nov 2026 11:48 am
Nykaa hits 52-week high at open, then retreats as profit-taking kicks in

The reversal comes despite what was broadly a strong set of Q2FY27 numbers. Nykaa reported revenue of 3,006 crore, up 28 per cent year-on-year

5 Nov 2026 11:42 am
Rupee hits five-day high at 94.35 as crude slump and weak Dollar drive rally

Indian equity markets mirrored the currencys strength. The Nifty 50 rose 1.66 per cent to 24,357.3 and the Sensex gained 1.83 per cent to 78,719.72 as of 9:18 am IST, with indices opening near three-month highs.

5 Nov 2026 11:32 am
GetWorks AI hiring business moves into standalone entity Flashfox AI

The company is sharpening its focus on enterprise hiring solutions, backed by a growing AI platform and an expanding global talent database.

5 Nov 2026 11:23 am
Germany's Dr Heinisch Agro Solutions wins registration for nano copper fertilizer in 4 Indian states

The registration was granted under a government gazette order dated April 22, 2024, which brought nano fertilizers under India's Fertiliser Control Order with defined specifications, the company said in a statement.

5 Nov 2026 11:21 am
Midterms are bad for incumbents and even worse when energy prices are high

In the 2018 midterms, Republicans lost 41 House seats but gained two in the Senate

5 Nov 2026 11:17 am
Zinc futures approaching a hurdle

Buy on the breakout of 424

5 Nov 2026 11:03 am
Dr. Reddys gets marketing authorisation for generic semaglutide injection in Brazil

Approval expands access for type 2 diabetes treatment; company plans launch with Ach in $244.6 million market

5 Nov 2026 10:42 am
Nifty Prediction Today November 5, 2026: Nifty futures: Uptrend intact

Nifty (Nov) futures can dip to 24,350 and then rally to 24,550

5 Nov 2026 10:34 am
PI Industries shares crash 18% after Q2 profit plunges

Shares hit fresh 52-week low after the company reported a 57.8% decline in net profit to 207.1 crore in Q2FY27

5 Nov 2026 10:33 am
US midterm outcome offers limited relief to India: Report

Crude prices, Russian oil tariff risks and trade uncertainty persist despite potential support for rupee and FPI inflows

5 Nov 2026 10:32 am
Democrats gain influence over trade agenda, but tariff repeals to hit Trump veto wall

Trade advisers to clients: don't expect near-term changes to Trump's tariffs; Democrats would need Republican votes to overcome Senate filibuster, Trump vetoes

5 Nov 2026 10:12 am
Nandini ghee, butter, paneer and Trupti milk prices revised in Bengaluru

The revised price list covers multiple pack sizes, with changes applying to ghee, salted and unsalted butter, paneer and milk

5 Nov 2026 10:04 am
Union Bank of India seeks LTCG tax exemption on equity held beyond three years

The report calls for tax changes, policy stability and structural reforms to improve investor returns and strengthen Indias appeal to global capital.

5 Nov 2026 9:50 am
Crude oil prices fall as US midterm results raise hopes of end to West Asia war

Brent and WTI futures weakened alongside domestic contracts, while reports of recovering Persian Gulf exports added to the markets supply outlook.

5 Nov 2026 9:45 am
Crude crash, US midterm wave send Nifty surging past 24,300

Crude drops close to 10% to around $94 per barrel following the Democratic sweep in the US midterm elections

5 Nov 2026 9:41 am
GIZ, Pepsico India, Bayer partner to advance climate-resilient maize farming in India

The three-year initiative will combine scientific expertise, farmer training and practical interventions to support sustainable agricultural production and livelihoods.

5 Nov 2026 9:40 am
US election results could slow AI data-centre investments, support Treasury bonds: Report

Proposed restrictions over electricity consumption, water usage and local infrastructure costs could reshape investment plans across three major US data-centre markets

5 Nov 2026 9:33 am
How a Democratic-controlled Congress could curb Trumps foreign policy

Control of both chambers could give Democrats greater leverage over defence spending, foreign assistance and the administrations military decisions abroad

5 Nov 2026 9:28 am
Trump loves the guy: Sergio Gor tipped for major promotion after midterm results: Report

The reported discussions come amid speculation over possible changes in the Trump administration during the second half of his presidential term

5 Nov 2026 9:19 am
altM raises $10.3 million from Rainmatter, Mela Ventures to expand manufacturing

To expand its manufacturing capability of speciality chemicals from farm residue like bagasse and rice straw

5 Nov 2026 9:10 am
OpenAI to acquire Pierre Computer Company to expand Codex coding capabilities

The deal will bring tools for navigating project files, reviewing code changes and tracking software development histories into OpenAIs developer ecosystem

5 Nov 2026 9:00 am
Nykaa Q2 grows over three-fold to 101 crore

Nykaas consolidated revenue from operations grows by about 28% to 3,006 crore in Q2 FY27

5 Nov 2026 8:57 am
Sequoia Capital raises $10 billion, restructures operations to focus on selective investments

The venture capital firm has also discontinued its Arc accelerator and Scouts programmes while reducing internal hierarchy and changing its operating structure

5 Nov 2026 8:56 am
SEBI eases KYC rules for overseas investors, allows digital onboarding without India visit

The revised framework also permits video verification and reliance on existing KYC records held by regulated financial intermediaries and central registries

5 Nov 2026 8:48 am
Mahanadi Coalfields IPO gets SEBI approval; Coal India to sell 10% stake

The proposed offering comes amid strong investor appetite for large listings, with Indias capital markets witnessing several high-profile IPOs this year

5 Nov 2026 8:34 am
Bullish momentum to sustain for Indian stocks on global rally

Market to cheer FPI returns; focus will be on US and corporate results

5 Nov 2026 7:10 am
5 Nov 2026 7:02 am
Sensex today | Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Usha Martin (486) BUY

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live: Usha Martin share price can rise to 550

5 Nov 2026 6:49 am
CERT-In flags high-severity security vulnerabilities in Tata Motors iRA connected vehicle apps

The cybersecurity agency has identified four security flaws and advised customers using affected versions to upgrade their applications immediately

5 Nov 2026 5:58 am
US sanctions India-based couple, companies accused of helping Irans shadow fleet

Washington said the network provided false maritime identities and certifications to vessels transporting Iranian petroleum, helping them circumvent international restrictions

5 Nov 2026 5:46 am
India proposes immediate suspension of drug manufacturing licences over quality failures

The proposed changes seek to prevent substandard medicines from remaining in circulation while manufacturers address quality failures and regulatory concerns

5 Nov 2026 5:36 am
Trump admits Iran war hurt Republicans in midterm polls but says he would do it again

The US President defended his military campaign against Tehran, maintaining that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons justified the costs

5 Nov 2026 5:30 am
Central cyber security agency warns banks, fintech firms of AI-powered frauds

Attackers delete records and attempt to conceal their activities

4 Nov 2026 10:46 pm
NPPA exempts Biodeals indigenously developed midazolam nasal spray from price control for five years

Midazolam 1.25 per cent w/v nasal spray is a prescription rescue medicine used primarily for the emergency treatment of acute repetitive seizures

4 Nov 2026 10:16 pm
Goa to adopt AI governance to disburse government benefits and schemes

Modern Data Company to help government departments make informed decisions on public service delivery, education, tourism and healthcare

4 Nov 2026 10:02 pm
4 Nov 2026 9:43 pm
Beyond heavy trucks: How Tata eyes growth through Ivecos engines

The strategy could open additional revenue streams for the combined enterprise, although established competitors and the cost of developing new customers will test its profitability

4 Nov 2026 9:39 pm
New entrants eat into SIP inflows of listed Mutual funds

The monthly SIP inflows of ICICI Prudential AMC peaked to 5,104 crore in March quarter and dipped to 4,872 crore in June quarter and further to 4,672 crore in September quarter

4 Nov 2026 9:38 pm
Century Plyboards Q2 net up 46% as all categories record strong volume growth

Plywood led the way with a growth of almost 29% in terms of revenue, says Executive Director Keshav Bhajanka

4 Nov 2026 9:38 pm
Zee Entertainment adds Golf Tour of India to its sports portfolio

The company will provide a comprehensive coverage of the golf property across its linear sports channel Unite8 Sports and digital entertainment platform Zee 5

4 Nov 2026 9:34 pm