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Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Monday

The Indian market extended its winning streak on Friday, supported by foreign inflows, easing U.S. bond yields, a stronger rupee, and festive optimism.

19 Oct 2025 4:48 pm
RBL Bank eyes wealth business after Emirates NBD deal

Emirates NBD is acquiring a 60% stake in RBL Bank for $3 billion. This significant deal will allow RBL Bank to launch a wealth management business. The transaction is expected to be completed in five to seven months. RBL Bank will become a listed subsidiary of Emirates NBD. This move strengthens India's midsize banks and attracts foreign investment.

19 Oct 2025 2:21 pm
4 mutual funds added 8 new midcap stocks in September

Four mutual funds added eight new midcap stocks to their portfolios in September, including Cummins India, Lupin, Mazagon Dock, Biocon, Oracle Financial Services, Jubilant Foods, Indus Towers, and ACC Gra.

19 Oct 2025 12:59 pm
HDFC Bank doesn't see AI leading to layoffs: CEO

HDFC Bank sees artificial intelligence as an opportunity, not a threat to jobs. The bank's chief executive Sashidhar Jagdishan believes AI will help redeploy staff from backend operations to customer-facing roles. This strategic shift aims to enhance customer engagement and innovation. HDFC Bank is conducting experiments with generative AI, expecting benefits in the next 18 to 24 months.

19 Oct 2025 12:38 pm
Homebuyer claims Section 80C tax deduction for home loan repayment, tax dept challenges it ITAT Panaji rules in his favour

A Goan homebuyer successfully challenged the tax department's denial of his Section 80C deduction for home loan repayment. The ITAT Panaji ruled in his favor, stating the cooperative bank was authorized to provide housing loans. The tribunal also ordered a fresh review of the unexplained cash credit issue, allowing the homebuyer to present evidence.

19 Oct 2025 11:37 am
Equity mutual funds offer up to 4% return last week. Here are top 10 performers

Equity mutual funds delivered up to 4% returns last week (1318 October), led by Motilal Oswal, ICICI Pru, HDFC, SBI, and Mahindra Manulife, while global indices showed mixed movements.

19 Oct 2025 11:18 am
Diwali to Diwali: Equity mutual funds offer up to 70% gain, 11 deliver over 35% return

Equity mutual funds delivered up to 70% returns since the last Diwali, with 407 out of 522 funds giving positive gains. Top performers include Mirae Asset, Invesco, Nippon India, and Motilal Oswal.

19 Oct 2025 11:08 am
Bank employee assaulted colleague in 1998, was dismissed and denied pension; he filed a case and won in Supreme Court

A bank employee dismissed in 1998 for assaulting a colleague has won his pension case in the Supreme Court. After a 27-year legal fight, the court ruled he is entitled to his pension. The Supreme Court's decision harmonizes the Bipartite Settlement with bank regulations, ensuring superannuation benefits for eligible employees removed from service.

19 Oct 2025 10:54 am
How long will my retirement corpus of Rs 3 crore last with monthly expenses of Rs 3 lakh?

I am 60 and retired recently. I have a retirement corpus of Rs 3 crore, and our monthly household expenses currently stand at about Rs 3 lakh. My concern is how long this corpus will realistically last, given our lifestyle expenses, medical needs as we age, and the impact of inflation?

19 Oct 2025 10:00 am
Diwali bank holidays 2025: Oct 20 or 21? Confused which day is Diwali's bank holiday? Heres the answer!

Diwali celebrations will bring multiple bank holidays across India in October 2025. Different states will observe closures on October 20, 21, 22, and 23. These holidays are for Diwali, Naraka Chaturdashi, Kali Puja, Diwali Amavasya, Govardhan Pooja, and Bhaidooj. Some states like Sikkim will have extended breaks. Citizens should check local bank schedules.

19 Oct 2025 8:35 am
Good news: GSTR-3B due date extended to October 25, 2025

The Ministry of Finance has extended the deadline for filing GSTR-3B returns for September 2025. The new due date is October 25, 2025. This extension also applies to the July-September 2025 quarter. The decision provides relief to taxpayers and professionals during the Diwali festive season. This move aims to ease compliance burdens and allow for peaceful celebrations.

18 Oct 2025 8:45 pm
Looking to invest in gold and silver this Dhanteras? Here is what experts say

If you are planning to take a exposure in precious metals like gold, silver, platinum and others, here is what experts say.

18 Oct 2025 3:07 pm
SGBs deliver 153% return: RBI announces premature redemption price and date for this sovereign gold bond series; check details

Sovereign Gold Bond: The Reserve Bank of India has announced the premature redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2020-21 Series-VII, allowing investors to redeem on October 20, 2025. These bonds, issued at Rs 5,051 per gram, will yield an impressive 153.26% return on redemption, offering a significant gain over the initial investment.

18 Oct 2025 2:18 pm
NPS onboarding latest guidelines: PFRDA explains in details how one can enrol for National Pension System

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has introduced new guidelines for National Pension System onboarding. Subscribers can now register through digital or physical channels. The process includes robust KYC verification using various face-to-face and non-face-to-face methods. Simplified onboarding is available via CKYC identifiers and existing bank KYC records. This aims to make NPS enrollment seamless and inclusive for all.

18 Oct 2025 2:07 pm
Government clerks took Rs 2.8 lakh from widow to clear pension, gratuity dues, she fought back; Chhattisgarh HC refuses to quash FIR against the accused

Government clerks demanded Rs 2 lakh from a widow to clear her late husband's pension and gratuity. She paid Rs 2.8 lakh but received nothing but later made an out of court settlement. The Chhattisgarh High Court has stayed the FIR against the clerks. The court ruled that such offenses involving corruption cannot be quashed solely on a compromise. The investigation will proceed.

18 Oct 2025 1:15 pm
Delhi among top 10 states contributing maximum to average AUM in Sept

Here are the top 10 states contributing maximum to the total AAUM, according to a report by Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund.

18 Oct 2025 12:34 pm
5 mutual funds added 13 new smallcap stocks in their portfolios in September

5 funds have added 13 new smallcap stocks in their portfolios in September.

18 Oct 2025 11:49 am
PM Kisan 21st Instalment: Will farmers receive the next payment before Diwali?

Farmers eagerly anticipate the 21st PM Kisan installment. The government may release funds before Diwali 2025. This scheme provides financial support to small and marginal farmers. eKYC is a mandatory step for all registered beneficiaries. Farmers can check their status online. The next installment is expected in October or November.

18 Oct 2025 11:27 am
Celebrate the spirit of Dhanteras with smart gold investing

Diwali 2025 approaches with high gold prices. Gold Exchange Traded Funds present a smart solution for tradition. These ETFs allow investment in gold as low as 0.01 grams. They offer purity, liquidity, and price efficiency. Investors can buy or sell units easily through a demat account. This makes owning gold accessible and convenient for everyone this festive season.

18 Oct 2025 11:03 am
Dhanteras to Dhanteras: Gold ETFs deliver 64% gains, silver shines with 72%. Is there more upside left?

Dhanteras saw a surge in gold and silver ETF investments, with gold ETFs returning up to 64% and silver ETFs up to 72% since last year. Experts suggest continued upside potential for both, advising staggered investments to capitalize on any short-term corrections and maintain portfolio diversification.

18 Oct 2025 11:00 am
Gold rate today on Dhanteras 2025: Planning to buy gold this Dhanteras? Check 22K gold prices from top jewellery brands

Dhanteras, 2025: Dhanteras, October 18, 2025, sees a surge in gold purchases as Hindus embrace the auspicious tradition for prosperity. Jewellery brands like Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, and Kalyan Jewellers are offering 22K gold at Rs 11,865 per gram. IBJA rates also show varying prices based on purity, with 24K gold at Rs 12,725 per gram.

18 Oct 2025 10:11 am
Uncle sold their grandfathers 2 acre land without giving them a share, sisters children files case, loses in Kerala High Court because of Hindu Law of Succession

A sister's children claimed rights to their grandfather's land sold by their uncle. The Kerala High Court ruled against them. The court found that under traditional Hindu Mitakshara law, a father's self-acquired property devolved solely upon his male heir if he died before 1956. The sister's claim was therefore invalid. The uncle's sale was upheld.

18 Oct 2025 8:01 am
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed today on October 18, 2025?

Saturday bank holiday: Banks nationwide will be open today, October 18, 2025, as it's the third Saturday, except in Assam due to the Kati Bihu festival. Regular banking operations will continue elsewhere. October 2025 features numerous bank holidays for various festivals across India, impacting branch services on specific days.

18 Oct 2025 8:00 am
PSBs reap gains from rising interest income

Public sector banks Uco Bank, Central Bank of India, and Bank of India reported increased net profits in the September quarter, driven by higher interest income and reduced provisions. Despite a dip in net interest margins, all three banks saw loan growth outpace deposit growth, indicating a positive operational trend.

18 Oct 2025 12:23 am
Reliance Industries Q2 Results: 10 takeaways from energy-to-telecom conglomerate's earnings

Reliance Industries Q2 net profit grew 10% YoY to Rs 18,165 crore, led by strong performance in telecom and retail segments, despite a dip in sequential profit and challenges in the O2C business.

17 Oct 2025 9:38 pm
After a tough quarter, SFBs hope for credit quality, growth uptick

Small finance banks faced profitability pressures in the second quarter due to higher credit costs and expenses. AU Small Finance Bank saw a dip in net profit, while Ujjivan and Jana reported significant drops. Lenders expressed confidence in improving credit quality from unsecured business in the coming quarter.

17 Oct 2025 9:24 pm
India Cements Q2 Results: Co turns to profit of Rs 8.81 crore, to invest Rs 2,014 cr on expansion

India Cements Ltd (ICL), now part of the Aditya Birla Group firm, on Friday reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 8.81 crore in the September quarter of FY26.

17 Oct 2025 8:22 pm
Sebi mulls measures to ease dematerialise & transfer physical shares

Markets regulator Sebi on Friday proposed measures to make it easier for investors to dematerialise physical shares and transfer them, especially those lodged before April 1, 2019.

17 Oct 2025 8:17 pm
REC Q2 Results: Net profit rises 9% YoY to Rs 4,414.93 crore

State-owned REC Ltd on Friday posted an over 9 per cent year-on-year increase in net profit to Rs 4,414.93 crore in September quarter, on higher income.

17 Oct 2025 8:12 pm
JSW Steel Q2 profit soars fourfold on record output and higher sales

JSW Steel's net profit surged over four times year-on-year in the September quarter, driven by a 17% increase in production to an all-time high of 7.90 million tonnes and a 20% rise in sales volume. Despite this strong performance, the company's bottomline fell short of analyst expectations.

17 Oct 2025 8:10 pm
Dalmia Bharat Q2 Results: Profit soars fivefold to Rs 239 crore on higher sales

Dalmia Bharat posted a fivefold rise in Q2 net profit to Rs 239 crore, driven by improved operating performance, higher sales volumes, steady costs, and favorable logistics, despite rising raw material and fuel expenses.

17 Oct 2025 8:02 pm
LTTS Q2 Results: Profit rises 3% to Rs 328 crore; revenue up 16%

L&T Technology Services (LTTS) on Friday reported a 2.8 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 328.7 crore in the quarter ending September 2025.

17 Oct 2025 7:51 pm
Reliance Retail Q2 Results: Profit jumps 22% YoY to Rs 3,457 crore; revenue up 19%

Reliance Retail Q2 Results: Reliance Retail achieved strong results in the second quarter. Net profit rose 22% year-on-year. Revenues saw a 19% increase. The grocery and lifestyle businesses were key growth drivers. Festive buying and operational excellence contributed to the performance. Investments in stores and digital platforms also played a role. The company expects GST rate changes to boost consumption further.

17 Oct 2025 7:16 pm
Reliance Jio Q2 Results: Profit rises 13% YoY to Rs 7,379 crore; ARPU at Rs 211.4

Reliance Jio Q2 results: Reliance Jio reported a strong second quarter with a 13% year-on-year net profit growth to Rs 7,379 crore and a 15% revenue increase to Rs 36,332 crore. The company saw its average revenue per user (ARPU) rise to Rs 211.4, supported by increased customer engagement and a surge in data usage.

17 Oct 2025 7:11 pm
Reliance Industries Q2 Results: Cons PAT jumps 10% YoY to Rs 18,165 crore, revenue rises by 10%

Reliance Industries Q2 Results: Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries (RIL) on Friday reported a 10% year-on-year growth in its consolidated Q2 net profit at Rs 18,165 crore versus Rs 16,563 crore reported in the year-ago period.

17 Oct 2025 7:09 pm
Strong order flow, margin improvement to support Persistents growth

Persistent Systems stock jumped 8% after reporting robust Q2 results, including sequential revenue growth, 16.3% operating margin, record $609.2 million order bookings, and a healthcare recovery driving FY26 growth.

17 Oct 2025 6:44 pm
JSW Energy Q2 Results: Cons PAT falls 17% YoY to Rs 705 crore but revenue climbs 60%

JSW Energy reported a 17% year-on-year fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 705 crore for Q2, despite a 60% revenue surge to Rs 5,177 crore. EBITDA increased by 67% YoY to Rs 3,180 crore, driven by renewable capacity additions. The company affirmed its healthy balance sheet and credit ratings, with installed capacity at 13.2 GW.

17 Oct 2025 6:39 pm
Post Office employees get bonus ahead of Diwali: Know who will be eligible to get 60 days of emoluments for FY 202425

Post Office employees will receive a 60-day Productivity Linked Bonus for the accounting year 2024-25, announced by the Department of Posts. This bonus, equivalent to 60 days' emoluments, will be paid to eligible MTS, Group C, and non-gazetted Group B employees. Gramin Dak Sevaks will receive an ex-gratia bonus, and casual labourers will get an ad-hoc bonus.

17 Oct 2025 5:18 pm
Global mutual funds AUM surges 21x in 10 years, offers 33% CAGR. Check details

Global mutual fund AUM surged nearly 21-fold in the past decade, reaching Rs 57,911 crore by September 2025, driven by rising participation in global fund of funds and ETFs.

17 Oct 2025 3:22 pm
Gold buying on Dhanteras 2025: One year return of 67%; will yellow metal price continue soaring higher?

Gold has delivered substantial gains, soaring 67% in less than a year and showing strong CAGR over longer periods. Experts attribute this rally to robust global demand, currency weakness, inflation, and central bank diversification. While short-term volatility exists, the long-term outlook for gold remains positive, driven by economic uncertainties and geopolitical events.

17 Oct 2025 2:53 pm
SBI Mutual Fund: ITC and Infosys among top 10 stock holdings in September

Here are the top 10 stock holdings of the fund house, according to a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services.

17 Oct 2025 2:49 pm
RIL and SBI among 9 stocks owned by over 500 mutual funds in September

HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Bharti Airtel topped mutual fund holdings in September, with over 550 schemes investing, reflecting strong institutional confidence in large-cap banking, telecom, and diversified blue-chip stocks.

17 Oct 2025 2:45 pm
JioBlackRock Mutual Funds maiden active fund garners Rs 1,500 crore in investment, retail investors surge over 6 lakh

JioBlackRock Mutual Fund's flexi-cap fund NFO attracted Rs 1,460 crore. The fund reopened for investments on October 17. It has built a client base of over 150 institutional and 6.35 lakh retail investors. The fund house's total AUM now stands at Rs 15,980 crore. This marks a significant milestone for the new fund house.

17 Oct 2025 2:29 pm
PNB locker charges revised: Check how much people need to pay in rural, semi-urban, urban and metro areas

Punjab National Bank has reduced locker rent charges across all regions and locker sizes, effective 30 days after publication on its website. Customers are allowed 12 free locker visits annually, with a Rs 100 charge for additional operations. Lockers can be broken open under specific circumstances, including misplaced keys or non-compliance with terms, following a strict notice procedure.

17 Oct 2025 2:20 pm