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Why are HDFC Bank shares in focus today?

The HDFC Bank shares had closed at 727.50 on the previous trading session, and hit a 52-week low of 715.10 on August 19, 2026

26 Aug 2026 10:59 am
Copper futures: Uptrend steady

Traders can roll-over longs to September contract

26 Aug 2026 10:46 am
Hero MotoCorp commits 960 crore to Ather

The transaction is structured to optimise cash-flow flexibility, requiring an upfront payment of 25% with the remaining 75% deferred until conversion

26 Aug 2026 10:37 am
Gaja Alternative Asset Management share price jumps nearly 20% on debut day

The stock listed at 185 on the NSE, against the issue price of 160, while on the BSE it began trading at 185.20, a 15.7% premium

26 Aug 2026 10:28 am
Nasdaq Futures Fall Before Nvidia, Oil Declines: Markets Wrap

Futures contracts for the Nasdaq 100 Index fell 0.5%, with chip bellwether Nvidia set to announce quarterly earnings later Wednesday; S&P 500 futures also slipped

26 Aug 2026 10:26 am
Meta, US states have discussed settling teen social media harm case

The development comes during a federal court trial in California over claims brought by 29 states, in what is one of the highest-profile tests of allegations that social media companies have harmed young users

26 Aug 2026 10:25 am
Nifty Prediction Today August 26, 2026: Nifty 50 Futures: Resistance ahead. Wait for a breakout to go long

Nifty 50 September futures contract has to breach 24,600 to go higher towards 24,720

26 Aug 2026 10:23 am
AI will deflate value of IT work by up to 25%, Hexaware CEO says

As AI helps to improve efficiency, customers could demand 20%-25% lower fees for some of the work Hexaware accomplishes currently

26 Aug 2026 10:17 am
Crude oil price: Futures fall as Iran, Oman discuss maritime corridor in Strait of Hormuz

November Brent oil futures at $85.26, down by 2.30%; October crude oil futures on West Texas Intermediate at $80.33, down by 2.46%

26 Aug 2026 9:48 am
Avaada Electro files updated draft papers for 7,600-crore IPO

Of the proceeds from the fresh issue, 1,200 crore will be used to repay or prepay certain loans and meet obligations under letters of credit. The remaining amount will be utilised for general corporate purposes

26 Aug 2026 9:47 am
26 Aug 2026 9:38 am
Adani Energy Solutions wins 4,700-crore Maharashtra transmission project

The project is expected to strengthen power transmission infrastructure while supporting the integration of renewable and storage capacity in Maharashtra.

26 Aug 2026 9:37 am
ITC Hotels signs Storii Havelock, expands presence in Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Swaraj Deep (Havelock Island) has emerged as one of Indias most sought-after leisure destinations, says ITC Hotels MD Anil Chadha

26 Aug 2026 9:28 am
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods, unveils support measures

The counter-tariffs take effect on US goods from September 8 and will impose duties of 15%, 25% and 50% across 700 products imported from south of the border

26 Aug 2026 9:20 am
Gradiant aims to double revenue to $1 billion in 3 years driven by AI data centres growth

Gradiant is also counting on the growth of semiconductor manufacturing and renewable energy projects to drive its growth

26 Aug 2026 9:07 am
Varun Beverages to enter alcobev segment, ropes in ex-Diageo executive Prathmesh Mishra

The company will set up a new subsidiary, KIVA Spirits and Company, to enter the ready-to-drink (RTD) alcoholic beverages business

26 Aug 2026 8:59 am
Uttar Pradesh clears over 94% of sugarcane dues in current crushing season

Government data highlights a broad expansion of Uttar Pradeshs sugar sector, from higher farm productivity to increased crushing and processing capacity

26 Aug 2026 8:54 am
Honda says it may not build new plant in North America without trade deal extension

The Trump administration is currently negotiating with Canada and Mexico over the fate of the free trade deal known as USMCA

26 Aug 2026 8:53 am
From Target to Pepsi: Global brands hit by backlash over controversial campaigns

From advertising campaigns to merchandise, several global brands have faced consumer backlash after products or marketing were seen as culturally insensitive

26 Aug 2026 8:47 am
H1-B fees hike will shift high-value jobs overseas: FIIDS

The FIIDS said an extraordinary fee could make legitimate hiring economically impractical and unintentionally encourage companies to place high-value jobs overseas

26 Aug 2026 8:45 am
Death of the consumer conglomerate? Unilever bets that less is more

Unilevers strategy reflects a broader shift among consumer goods investors towards focused businesses capable of concentrating investment and innovation.

26 Aug 2026 8:21 am
H-1B visa fee hike: Nasscom says Indian IT firms have cut reliance on visas

Indian technology firms have strengthened their US workforce and STEM initiatives as policymakers reassess the role of skilled foreign workers

26 Aug 2026 8:02 am
All you need to know about Lumino Industries IPO

Sushil Finance Recommedation, anchor investors

26 Aug 2026 7:56 am
H-1B visa fee explained: What the $103,265 fee proposal means for US employers and foreign workers

The proposed changes could have significant implications for companies facing worker shortages and professionals seeking temporary employment in the United States

26 Aug 2026 7:51 am
Volkswagen $1.4 billion India tax dispute to be reheard by Bombay HC

The fresh hearing extends a long-running dispute that has created uncertainty for the German automaker and its India business plans

26 Aug 2026 7:44 am
Indian stocks set for strong opening as crude oil falls, global cues improve

Falling oil prices and softer global yields have improved the backdrop for domestic equities, while derivatives positioning points to measured gains

26 Aug 2026 7:37 am
15 stocks to watch: Honasa, Varun Beverages, NBCC, TMPV, Cipla and more

From new projects and preferential allotments to stake sales, regulatory developments and strategic partnerships, several companies have reported updates that could influence investor sentiment today

26 Aug 2026 7:31 am
Air India seeks $1.5 billion fresh equity from Tata Sons, Singapore Airlines

The request follows a sharp deterioration in the airlines financial performance, with combined losses more than doubling from the previous year

26 Aug 2026 7:16 am
Sensex today | Stock Market Live: Stock to buy today: SAIL

Sensex, Nifty, Stock Price Live Updates: The short-term outlook is bullish for Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL). The stock has surged over 5 per cent so far this week breaking above a key resistance level of 180. This marks the end of the corrective fall that was in place since June. A cup and handle pattern on the daily chart also strengthen the bullish case. The level of 180 will now act as a good support and limit the downside. SAIL share price can rise to 202-205 from here.

26 Aug 2026 6:48 am
Persisting retail F&O losses spur call for tighter eligibility filters

Experts seek income tests and exams to restrict derivatives access to informed investors

25 Aug 2026 10:35 pm
UN:BLOC launches website for patients with chronic diseases

The healthcare venture seeks to offer an alternative approach to managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, PCOS and obesity

25 Aug 2026 10:30 pm
India poised to ban Carbosulfan, citing health risk to human and animal population

However, a final decision will be taken after considering feedback from stakeholders

25 Aug 2026 10:20 pm
Capital Numbers acquires US-based Epitome Cloud for 40 crore

Deal strengthens presence in the US and expands Salesforce and enterprise platform capabilities

25 Aug 2026 9:56 pm
NRI deposit inflows fall 22% to $2.8 b in Q1 FY27

NRIs increasingly opted for FCNR(B) route, but a fall in rupee denominated instruments pulled the overall figure down

25 Aug 2026 9:55 pm
Nexedge Capital raises $20 million led by Mirae Asset and Elev8 Venture Partners

Funds to strengthen technology, expand banker network and build NRI and NBFC offerings

25 Aug 2026 9:54 pm
WhatsApp says more than one billion people now use passkey

WhatsApp said two-step verification is also getting stronger

25 Aug 2026 9:51 pm
Indian Agriculture Minister asks ICAR to tackle onion price gap

Shivraj Singh Chouhan wonders how onion prices are rising when farmers have already sold their produce

25 Aug 2026 9:46 pm
Shivaami launches Gemini Enterprise Experience Centre

Facility to offer immersive demos, workshops and industry solutions powered by Google Cloud

25 Aug 2026 9:46 pm
Govt asks importers to sell refined sugar in 2 months after import

The Directorate-General of Foreign Trade has made a partial modification of its August 20 notification

25 Aug 2026 9:45 pm
52% Indian GCCs plan workforce expansion in FY27: Taggd-CII report

GCCs focus on sharper mandates: specific functions, skill clusters, locations

25 Aug 2026 9:35 pm
Stakeholders discuss research, nutrition, culinary applications of blueberries

At a meet in Chennai, an expert panel discussed on translating scientific findings into responsible and practical dietary guidance

25 Aug 2026 9:28 pm
Total flow of financial resourcesto commercial sector jumps by 10.65 lakh cr in the first 4 months of FY27

In the State of the Economy report, published in the RBIs monthly bulletin, RBI officials noted that credit growth continued to remain healthy in July

25 Aug 2026 9:26 pm
Editorial. Unkind cut

Bank levy on cash withdrawals is unfair

25 Aug 2026 9:19 pm
Overseas investments by Indians push remittances up 20% y-o-y in June

Outward investment in equity/debt surged to an all-time high of $0.46 billion in June 2026, more than doubling from $0.20 billion in June 2025

25 Aug 2026 9:18 pm
Centre rolls out risk-based child-health tracking

At-risk newborns and children to get additional home visits and closer monitoring

25 Aug 2026 9:14 pm
TNAU sees black sesame prices at 140-145/kg during harvest

Prices could vary depending on monsoon performance and the volume of arrivals from other sesame-growing States

25 Aug 2026 9:08 pm
SFAL expands beyond fabless start-ups; to support 75 more companies by 2030

In the next phase, SFAL aims to move Indias semiconductor ecosystem towards greater commercialisation, indigenous IP and private capital

25 Aug 2026 9:04 pm
Federal Bank says it evaluates various opportunities in the ordinary course for growth and expansion of its business

Bank reacts to reports that a deal between it and Jana Small Finance Bank is likely in advanced stages

25 Aug 2026 9:01 pm