Analysis of income mobility during 2014-25 shows sharp upward and downward shifts, with implications for social stability

While Markram put up a breathless display of T20 batting scoring 82 not out in 46 balls, Pandya hit unbeaten fifty and then conceded only 22 runs off his 3 overs.

Developing countries like India cannot allow over speculation by lower strata of the economy. Hence, more and more regulations will come from governments, regulators and exchanges — to curb over speculation till the time perception of the lower strata of society doing over speculation continues, says NSE’s CEO Ashish Kumar Chauhan

Unannounced Washington trip signals rare bipartisan engagement as housing and federal funding take centre stage.

All the accused were produced before a court and remanded in judicial custody.

SEBI introduced another new category called the life cycle fund and has done away with retirement and children’s fund. SEBI said that life cycle funds will have a minimum duration of five years and a maximum duration of 30 years.

Fresh disclosures from the US Justice Department trigger a widening wave of resignations across global institutions, even as many deny wrongdoing and face no criminal charges.

Launched in the August of last year, the Gemini Image model,Nano Banana, became aviral sensationandredefined image generation and editing.

The original East India Company, which played a pivotal role in British colonial rule in India, became dormant more than 150 years ago.

Earlier, Islamabad had conducted air raids in Afghan territory on Sunday, claiming that they hit camps and hideouts of the Pakistan Taliban.

India posted an imposing 256 for four — their highest ever total in T20 World Cups, and also the highest in this edition of the ICC showpiece.

The Men in Blue complletely outplayed Zimbabwe by 72 runs and kept their semifinal hopes alive and in their on own hands.

The India-Canada relations are currently undergoing a major diplomatic reset. This follows a period of strained ties under former PM Justin Trudeau.

If the war with Iran breaks out, it is expected to be a joint operation to be undertaken by the US and Israel.

Meta had offered a $200 million compensation package to hire him as an AI Research Scientist last year.

The modification option will be accessible to two groups of candidates.

The US has now said that it will allow the resale of some Venezuelan oil to Cuba

Officials in the agency said they have recorded Ambani’s statement under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)

The expert panels were mandated to examine whether the current framework governing margins, position limits, and delivery and settlement mechanisms could be optimised without compromising market integrity.

The alerts will be sent via a variety of avenues such as email, text and WhatsApp, based on the contact information available to the application, along with sending in-app notifications.

The lender accepted the bid at 7.24%, choosing to raise till the upper limit of Rs 5,000 crore.

Ther order is for the redevelopment of DDA staff quarters in old Rajinder Nagar and Safdarjung Development Area in Delhi.

Sebi warns investors about fake notices demanding Securities Transaction Tax payments. Fraudsters are using forged Sebi letterheads to deceive people. The market regulator clarifies it does not issue such notices. Investors are urged to verify all communications. Sebi also cautions against unregistered individuals promising risk-free profits and handling trading accounts. Investors should check Sebi registration before investing.

Walmart will pay $100 million to settle FTC charges that it misled customers and drivers regarding earnings in its Spark Driver program. The company falsely claimed all tips went to drivers and inflated base pay and tip amounts. This settlement also prohibits Walmart from misrepresenting future delivery offers.

Fauda follows the story of Doron Kavillio, an undercover Israeli operative, and his missions targeting militants in the West Bank and Gaza.

Under pressure following a disappointing loss against South Africa, Indian batters responded in style against Zimbabwe.

Bridgerton Season 4 Part 2 premiered on Netflix on February 26.

The 66-year-old businessman appeared for a second round of questioning in connection with an alleged bank loan fraud case involving Reliance Communications.

Israeli Prime Minister recalls first date at an Indian restaurant in Tel Aviv, thanks PM Modi for his "moving" Knesset address.

As US-Iran nuclear talks resume in Geneva, Tehran’s expanding ballistic missile arsenal emerges as a key flashpoint complicating diplomatic progress.

In an official notice dated Feb. 26, 2026, the institute mentioned that the results for the January session are "expected to be revealed by the evening of March 1."

However, domestic institutional investors stayed net buyers for the third day as they bought shares worth Rs 5,032 crore.

CBI said in a statement that it has registered a second case against Reliance Communications based on a complaint from Bank of Baroda for cheating, criminal misconduct and conspiracy

The move, aligned with the SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 2026, aims to ensure valuations better reflect domestic market conditions and promote uniformity and transparency.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday urged social media platforms to "rethink" their revenue sharing models and ensure fair share for content creators.

Home First Finance shares fell nearly 6% after promoters Aether and True North sold Rs 660 crore stake via bulk deals to Societe Generale and PICTET. Despite the decline, the stock has outperformed benchmarks over one year and posted strong quarterly profit growth.

The Nifty ended flat as financial stocks dragged despite gains in auto and consumer sectors. Technical indicators signal continued weakness, with resistance at 25,550–25,600 and downside risk toward 25,300. Analysts recommend buying Data Patterns and Finolex Cables on bullish breakouts.

Both sides noted the untapped potential in key sectors, including machinery, chemicals, textiles, agriculture, medical devices, and advanced technologies.

The agency said it sought the sanction for prosecution of Chidambaram from the competent authority which was obtained on February 10 along with a required order under section 197 of CrPC (Section 218 of Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita) for prosecuting the former Union minister in the two money laundering cases.

A Muslim who possesses 87.4 gms of gold or wealth equivalent to its value, or 612 gms of silver or wealth equivalent to its value, has to pay zakat in Ramadan.

The collaboration is geared to enhance public convenience, curb misinformation, and ensure residents have seamless access to over 60,000 Aadhaar centres.

Following the meeting between the two prime ministers, India and Israel inked a total of 17 agreements and documents.

The FDA said that the product was packaged in a polyethylene bag within a corrugated 30lbs and was not sold to consumers in retail stores.

For the Nifty, the 50-day extended moving average zone of 25,630-25,660 will act as an immediate hurdle.

EBay will continue to hire in key areas.

Apart from Punch, even the stuffed orangutan toy is gaining attention on the internet and being resold at significantly higher prices.

Despite the sharp run-up, several structural factors suggest the CV cycle may not be fully played out.

The couple got married on Thursday in an intimate ceremony in Udaipur in the presence of close friends and family.

None of the three countries believes energy alone can sustain a long-term partnership. That is why they have all moved into non-energy areas.

Anupama Singh also criticised the OIC, stating that it had allowed itself to function as an "echo chamber" for one member state.

The number of Americans filing new applications for jobless benefits increased marginally last week ​and the unemployment rate appeared ​to hold steady in February amid a stable labor market.

South Africa have won all six games they have played in the tournament so far.

Sebi has directed all regulated entities and their agents to display registered names and registration numbers on social media platforms. The move aims to enhance transparency, curb misleading content and help investors distinguish between regulated intermediaries and unregistered market participants online.

Shilpa said she usually follows "never complain, never explain" approach but spoke this time as her brand built with love and hard work got affected.

Carney departs for India on Thursday before continuing on to Australia and Japan. The trip underscores his trade-driven foreign policy and is central to his push to move past the diplomatic rupture.

Precise timings are followed for fasting during Ramadan. These vary slightly depending on multiple locations.

Supplies for the CDMO order are expected to commence within the next 4-5 months.

Vijay and Rashmika tied the knot on Thursday at a luxury hotel on the outskirts of Udaipur.

Reacting to the post many users shared their own experiences of congestion at the junction.

Working groups constituted by Sebi to review the delivery and settlement framework and existing regulatory norms in the agricultural commodity derivatives segment have submitted their reports to Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey, the regulator said on Thursday.

The announcement was made by senior NCP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Praful Patel.

Traders said the decline was largely driven by weak trends in the international markets.

CBI said in a statement that it has registered a second case against Reliance Communications based on a complaint from Bank of Baroda for cheating, criminal misconduct and conspiracy

Certain teams had taken the liberty of creating an AI adaptation of their boss, in order for it to screen their presentations.

Puma has worked with Hyrox since its first race in 2017.

The World Economic Forum said Alois Zwinggi will serve as interim chief and president after Borge Brende quit over Epstein links.

The GMP for PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery IPO indicates that it will list at a discounted price.

State-run lender Canara Bank on Thursday raised Rs 5,000 crore through a bond sale.

Over the next 20 to 30 to 50 years, markets that allow efficient management and transfer of risk will become increasingly important, he said.

Indian government bonds ​ended lower on Thursday after a ​choppy session, as traders looked ahead to the penultimate ​debt auction of the current financial year and the first GDP growth data under a new series.

Warner Bros Discovery, at the center of a high-stakes bidding war, reported ​a 6% drop in quarterly revenue, ​hurt by declines for its traditional TV and film businesses ​though its HBO Max streaming service gained subscribers with buzzy series like "Heated Rivalry".

The Navi Mumbai International Airport Ltd issued a clarification, warning job seekers against such advertisements.

Mutual funds will now be permitted to offer both value and contra mutual funds as long as the scheme portfolio overlap between the two schemes is not more than 50%.

CBI said in a statement that it has registered a second case against Reliance Communications based on a complaint from Bank of Baroda for cheating, criminal misconduct and conspiracy

This has come to the notice of UGC that Daksha University (Vocational and Life Skill Education), situated at Bhaskar Path, New Pundag, Masibari Ranchi, Jharkhand-834007, is awarding degrees in violation of UGC Act, 1956.

the World Economic Forum said Alois Zwinggi will serve as interim chief and president after Borge Brende quit over Epstein links.

T20 World Cup 2026: The India vs Zimbabwe Super 8 match is set to be played on Thursday, Feb. 26, at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Earlier in the day, the CBI had registered a fresh case against Ambani and Reliance Communications, alleging a Rs 2,223.17 crore fraud.

On Feb. 24, the government proposed to sell over 26.13 crore shares or a 2% stake in IRFC at a floor price of Rs 104 per share, along with a green shoe option of an equal number in the two-day OFS.

Over half of senior leadership roles have been hit by anti-corruption drive, raising near-term readiness concerns, CSIS said.

The Al Nassr forward — who has a net worth of $1.4 billion according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index — has publicly declared that he dreams of owning several clubs after retiring.

The DGCA said that airlines should indicate in an unambiguous manner the amount of refund of money admissible on cancellation of a ticket.

India is scheduled to face Zimbabwe in an important Super 8 T20 World Cup match in Chennai tonight.

The CTET test set for Feb. 7-8, 2026, was called off at two locations in Vaishali (Hajipur) due to what officials referred to as "inevitable situations."

The list includes Pather Panchali, Aparajito and Apur Sansar, Gangs of Wasseypur 2, RRR, 3 Idiots, Kumbalangi Nights, 12th Fail and Meiyazhagan.

India’s benchmark indices ended flat amid selling in financial stocks. Individual stocks were active, with XTglobal, Tejas Networks and Sanofi Consumer rallying, Angel One adjusting for stock split, and Home First declining.

A look at the last 10 years shows that the Nifty 50 has closed March in the green eight times, delivering an average return of 0.8%.

RVNL says all the orders fall within the routine operations of the company and does not involve related-party transactions.

Users took to social media platform X to report unauthorised transactions on their forex cards, primarily in US dollars and Brazilian real.

However, foreign fund inflows supported the local unit and prevented the decline, forex traders said.

Calling for equitable monetisation models across platforms he added, "Everywhere the principle now has to be set right."

MeitY recently reduced the time span for intermediaries to take down unlawful content. This had drawn dissent from tech majors.

An early agenda item for Tata Sons Pvt.’s six board directors when they convened at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday at Bombay House the group’s storied headquarters was expected to be straightforward: approving a third term for Natarajan Chandrasekaran as chairman.

Aleema Khan cites health concerns and "slow poisoning" fears, as Geo News reports jailed former Pakistan PM received treatment at PIMS for eye condition.

The Indian rupee closed marginally ​stronger on Thursday, comforted ​by strength in regional currencies while elevated demand to ​buy dollars at the daily reference rate kept gains in check.

Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex gave up initial gains to trade lower, as decline in HDFC Bank and SBI offset strength in Infosys and TCS.

Mittal said the opportunity remains meaningful despite the broader GLP-1 market shifting toward newer therapies such as Ozempic and Mounjaro.

Indian IT stocks face sharp corrections amid AI disruption fears. Anand Mahindra advises against extreme AI doomsday predictions. He believes AI will pressure IT firms to adapt, focusing on outcomes and value delivery. While some roles may change, new opportunities in AI integration and governance will emerge.

Market wrap: The broader Nifty settled at 25,496.55, up 14 points or 0.06%, while the 30-stock index closed at 82,248.61, declining by 27 points or 0.03%.

The Pentagon has gone on with the largest military buildup in the Middle East in decades.

The committee of Directors of Vedanta Ltd has approved raising up to Rs 3,000 crore through debentures on a private placement basis.

The Rail Parcel App has been launched at seven locations across the South Central Railway zone. These include Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntur, Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra draws its processing power from a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.

The complaint alleges that Reliance Communications, along with Anil Ambani, unknown others and unknown public servants, cheated the bank and dishonestly induced it during the period 2013-17.

Perplexity’s new offering could expand its AI’s role from an answer engine to a comprehensive productivity platform

If another foreign language is taught as the third language in Class 6, like French or German, it will have to be accompanied by two Indian languages

After a month of indecision, derivative signals and FII positioning suggest a Nifty breakout is imminent, according to Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities. He believes dips should be bought, with 25,200 as a key stop-loss. Rajani highlights Fortis Healthcare and TVS Motor as top stock picks, citing their independent strength and technical momentum.

After gold and silver delivered spectacular gains in 2025, Indian equities enter 2026 shaped by slower global rate cuts, geopolitical risks and a shift from slowdown to recovery. Largecaps may stay resilient, while mid and smallcaps could benefit from improving consumption trends and banking reforms, though global growth and currency risks persist, a report by 1 Finance suggest.

The first blood moon of 2026 will be visible across North America, Australia, New Zealand and East Asia.

Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex gave up initial gains to trade lower, as decline in HDFC Bank and SBI offset strength in Infosys and TCS.

The EY Economy Watch report said that major tax reforms were undertaken in the current fiscal, in particular relating to personal income tax (PIT) and the GST.

Vellayan Subbiah will continue in his role as the executive chairman till the conclusion of his tenure in March 2030, Cholamandalam Investment clarified.

Goyal said they engaged in "very fruitful discussions" to expand trade links after the two countries agreed to a pact.

From TMC MP and actor Dev to ministers Shashi Panja and Tajmul Hossain, MLA and former IPS officer Humayun Kabir to party leader Debangshu Bhattacharya and MLA Nandita Chowdhury, SIR notices travelled without regard for party colours.

SEBi said that foreign securities will no longer be treated as a separate asset class.

Public sector banks are showing resilience in their loan-to-deposit ratios, with a significant gap compared to private peers. Despite concerns, PSU banks are leading credit growth and demonstrating improved asset quality and return on equity, suggesting a positive near-term outlook.

Jane Street faces a lawsuit for alleged insider trading linked to the TerraUSD and Luna collapse. The firm denies the claims, calling them a bid to extract money. This comes as Jane Street also faced market manipulation charges in India. The crypto collapse led to billions in investor losses. Terraform Labs co-founder Do Kwon was sentenced to prison.

The reforms are part of what Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described as a "Reforms Express" aimed at structural transformation of Indian Railways in 2026.

Twenty-seven BSE-listed companies with market caps over Rs 3,000 crore turned profitable sequentially in the December quarter. While six stocks saw share price surges of 10-55%, many others declined, with the top five laggards dropping 20-40% in three months.

Twenty-seven BSE-listed companies with market caps over Rs 3,000 crore turned profitable sequentially in the December quarter. While six stocks saw share price surges of 10-55%, many others declined, with the top five laggards dropping 20-40% in three months.

Defence stocks such as Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Electronics and others gained up to 5% after reports of a potential India–Israel defence pact. The agreement, expected during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Tel Aviv visit, may prioritise technology transfer in missile defence and advanced weapon systems.

The latest exchange unfolded on a microblogging platform X after a post questioned the ethics of Tesla short sellers.

The crypto market rebounded sharply as Bitcoin jumped 5% to trade near $68,000 on strong ETF inflows. Ethereum and major altcoins also surged, reflecting improved risk appetite and supportive macro cues. Analysts say rising liquidity, short liquidations, and stabilising bond yields are driving the broad-based recovery across digital assets.

From April 2026, petrol sold across India must contain up to 20% ethanol with a minimum Research Octane Number of 95, as mandated by the government to reduce imports and emissions.

The semester assessments were conducted as per schedule during the concluding quarter of 2025.

Officials said that there was no immediate report of any loss of life or damage to property in the two quakes.

The new series of national accounts to be released on Friday is the culmination of a wide consultative process, spanning multiple sub-committees and incorporating many changes

SC issued show cause notices to NCERT director, school education secretary to explain why action should be not taken against those responsible.

Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna got married at 10:10 am on February 26 at ITC Mementos, Udaipur.

Contrarian investor Ajay Tyagi of UTI AMC remains bullish on Indian IT services, citing historical resilience against technological shifts like AI. He favors leading quick commerce players despite intense competition and sees a positive earnings trend, advocating for private sector banks over PSUs due to their superior return on assets and margin of safety.

An entrepreneurial leap by IIT-Bombay professor Shashikanth Suryanarayanan has turned into a windfall as his stake in Sedemac Mechatronics is valued at nearly Rs 1,000 crore ahead of its IPO. Former students-turned-cofounders are also set to reap significant gains as the deeptech firm heads to the market.

SEDEMAC Mechatronics will list on the NSE and BSE on March 11.

Both West Indies and South Africa are unbeaten in the tournament so far, and a win today would boost their hopes of securing a place in the semi-finals.

Shares of XTGlobal Infotech hit the 20% upper circuit at Rs 33.18 on the BSE after the company secured an AI Enablement for Engineering Services contract from a US-based state transportation agency. The six-month engagement is valued at about $796,900. Managing Director Ramarao Atchuta Mullapudi said the win strengthens its transportation vertical and US public sector presence.

Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex traded higher, as IT blue-chips Infosys and TCS gained for a second session. Pharma and defence stocks are other notable counters in green.

SEBI superseded earlier provisions on scheme classification and consolidated a revised structure aimed at ensuring funds remain "true-to-label," while accommodating new asset classes and strategies.

Invitations have been extended to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, Union Home Miniser Amit Shah and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Carney will undertake a four-day visit to India beginning Friday, in his first trip to the country as the prime minister.

Centum Electronics, an electronics system design and manufacturing company serving the Defence and Aerospace sectors will be designing and developing the Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar Systems for the Utility HelicopterMaritime (UH-M) platform.

The gesture was widely interpreted as a symbolic expression of the close relationship between India and Israel.

The 16th Census since Independence will be a fully digital exercise and will offer citizens the option of self-enumeration.

From the Sensex pack, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, HCL Tech, Eternal, Tata Consultancy Services and Maruti were among the biggest gainers

The much-loved stars will tie the knot on February 26 at 8 am in Udaipur, with a grand Hyderabad reception planned for March 4.

NSE this month formed a committee and appointed Rothschild & Co. as an independent adviser to oversee the listing process.

National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. has invited banks to pitch for roles in its long-delayed IPO, signalling fresh momentum for one of India’s biggest potential listings. The exchange, guided by Rothschild & Co., is moving to appoint advisers as it revives plans stalled by regulatory hurdles.

National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. has invited banks to pitch for roles in its long-delayed IPO, signalling fresh momentum for one of India’s biggest potential listings. The exchange, guided by Rothschild & Co., is moving to appoint advisers as it revives plans stalled by regulatory hurdles.

Officials in the agency said they will record Anil Ambani’s statement under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act

Indian solar energy stocks saw gains on Thursday. Brokerages reassured investors, downplaying the impact of new US import duties. Companies like Waaree Energies and Premier Energies are expected to remain largely unaffected. This is due to their sourcing strategies and limited reliance on Indian-made solar cells for US exports.

Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex traded higher, as IT blue-chips Infosys and TCS gained for a second session. Pharma and defence stocks are other notable counters in green.

Comparison of the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max basis their specs, features, and price.

Ranya Rao, aged 33 and the stepdaughter of a senior IPS officer, was arrested last year at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. 

India and Germany will ratify a pact on critical minerals during the upcoming inter-governmental commission meeting, German environment ministry official said.

Yes Bank has restricted e-commerce transactions originating from the specific Latin American country where the fraudulent transactions were routed.

The report finds that in 20 Indian states with tiger populations, 40% of tiger habitats are shared with nearly 60 million people.

OpenAI is laying the ⁠groundwork for an IPO that could value the company at up to $1 trillion, ‌Reuters reported last year

Shares of Tejas Networks rose sharply after the company sealed a major agreement with NEC Corporation to manufacture and supply 5G massive MIMO radios. MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) is a wireless technology that enhances data speeds and signal reliability by using multiple antennas at both the transmitter and receiver.

After a low of Rs 160 crore net profit in FY24, Motilal Oswal expects Laurus Labs to end FY26 with Rs 850 crore PAT and a 16% CAGR over FY26-28, reaching Rs 1,150 crore.

The ED had issued a fresh summons to the Reliance Group chairman, directing him to appear for questioning on February 26, after he failed to attend a scheduled deposition last week.

Against the recent Citrini AI future thought experiment, Mahindra Group chair Anand Mahindra has stepped in with a calibrated counternarrative.

A long-term horizon allows even modest monthly investments to grow substantially due to the power of compounding.

The Supreme Court took note of a suomotu case concerning a "selective mention" in a Class 8 textbook created by NCERT.

The Indian rupee is showing slight strength today, aided by a weaker dollar. However, it continues to lag behind other emerging market currencies this year. Investors are currently favoring global markets with strong tech, export, and commodity sectors, leading to underperformance in Indian equities as well. Analysts anticipate this trend to persist in the near term.

A positive start to the session at the domestic equity markets lent further support to the local unit

A simple retirement formula may tell you the target. Step-up investing shows you how to reach it, without feeling crushed by multi-crore numbers.

Angel One shares appeared to crash 90% on Thursday, but the sharp fall was due to a 1:10 stock split adjustment on the record date. The stock opened at Rs 251 compared to the previous close of Rs 2,489.90 and was down about 1% in early trade.

Dipan Mehta of Elixir Equities offers a selective outlook, favoring NBFCs and pharma while cautioning on metals and avoiding certain largecaps. He sees strength in diversified NBFCs and potential in solar despite current underperformance, but advises patience in real estate and a clear avoid on tobacco stocks like ITC.

Netanyahu called India a "gigantic power" and the alliance between the two countries an "enormous multiplier" for both.

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare shares surged over 14% following a robust 50% year-on-year net profit increase to Rs 66.5 crore in Q4. Driven by product relaunches and strong export growth, the company reported a 47% revenue jump. Full-year profit rose 33%, prompting a Rs 75 per share dividend payout.

The unknown Claude user wrote Spanish-language prompts for the chatbot to act as an elite hacker, finding vulnerabilities in government networks

HDFC Securities projects this company to deliver 7% volume CAGR and 20% Ebitda CAGR between FY25 and FY28.

Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex traded higher, as IT blue-chips Infosys and TCS gained for a second session. Pharma and defence stocks are other notable counters in green.

Instagram has extended its TV-focused Reels app to Google TV devices in the United States.

Indian IT stocks have seen a sharp downturn in February, with the Nifty IT index dropping 21%. This decline was triggered by new AI launches and capabilities from startup Anthropic, raising investor concerns about potential disruptions to the sector. Major IT firms experienced significant single-day losses following these developments.

PM Modi has created a new record on Instagram by becoming the first world leader to surpass 100 million followers on the social media platform.

The Galaxy S26 is pricier vis-a-vis the Galaxy S25.

The company had earlier designated Thursday, February 26, 2026, as the record date to determine which shareholders are eligible for the split.

The rupee strengthened by 6 paise to 90.85 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, driven by a weaker greenback and FII inflows. Positive domestic equity market sentiment also supported the local unit, though rising crude oil prices and geopolitical uncertainties limited significant gains.

Nvidia designs the graphics processing units (GPUs) that have become the backbone of the global artificial intelligence boom

St. Louis Fed President Albert Musalem believes current U.S. policy rates strike a good balance between economic risks, with inflation nearing the 2% target and a stabilizing labor market. Meanwhile, Kansas City Fed President Jeffrey Schmid highlights inflation as a persistent challenge, suggesting more work is needed despite a healthy employment situation.

Asit Bhandarkar of JM Financial Mutual Fund advises investors to temper IT sector concerns, advocating for a disciplined approach. He suggests a slight underweight in IT, urging against panic selling. Instead, focus shifts to smallcap stocks exhibiting strong earnings momentum, presenting a more compelling opportunity after recent market corrections and valuation resets.

Indian IT stocks experienced a significant downturn due to AI concerns, with the Nifty IT index falling 21% in February. However, 25 select stocks defied the slump, showing positive returns by focusing on AI infrastructure, integration, and specialized engineering, indicating potential future growth themes for the sector.

Till May 25, the third runway in Delhi IGI Airport will remain earmarked for VVIP, state, defence and designated scheduled civil flights.

As credit costs normalise and earnings visibility brightens, the brokerage sees scope for gradual rerating.

The IPO was subscribed 0.08 times on day one, and the grey market premium dropped to zero, indicating a likely flat listing on March 5.

Yes Bank has restricted e-commerce transactions originating from the specific Latin American country where the fraudulent transactions were routed.

Indian stock markets are on the rise for a second day. The Sensex opened higher by over 140 points. The Nifty is trading above 25,500. Technology stocks are leading the gains, following their Wall Street counterparts. Major IT firms like Tech Mahindra and Infosys are seeing significant increases. Some other companies are also performing well.

NALCO introduces IA91 grade aluminium alloy ingot, a high-performance solution for advanced casting applications in various industries

The Nifty 50 opened 73 points or 0.3% higher at 25,556 and the BSE Sensex jumped 142 points to 82,418.

Gold and silver prices opened lower on Thursday due to ongoing US tariff policy uncertainty and US-Iran tensions, despite a weaker dollar. MCX futures for gold and silver saw significant declines. In international markets, spot gold and silver prices edged higher, reaching three-week highs.

IRFC shares are in focus after the government chose not to exercise the greenshoe option in its OFS amid undersubscription from institutional investors. While retail bidding opens today, the PSU continues to report steady financial performance, with record quarterly profit and improving margins despite a marginal dip in revenue.

HSBC now estimates tractor industry volumes to grow at a muted 0-2% CAGR over FY26-28. This comes on the back of a high base, including a robust 21% growth in FY26.

PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery’s Rs 380 crore IPO enters its final day with 83% subscription and zero GMP, signalling muted listing expectations. While strong financials and margins support long-term prospects, brokerages remain divided, citing valuation concerns, regional concentration risks, and competitive pressures in the evolving jewellery market.

Holi 2026 is set to be celebrated on dates ranging from March 2 to 4 in different parts of the country.

ITC Limited is prioritizing technology-led transformation, new business creation, and aggressive expansion across segments, including a significant ₹20,000 crore capex plan. Following its hotels demerger, the conglomerate has been evaluating its corporate structure while focusing on operational efficiency, problem-solving, and digital platforms like ITCMAARS to drive growth and societal value.

Nvidia posted a strong fourth quarter, with data centre revenue surging 75% and guidance beating Street estimates, easing concerns of an AI spending slowdown. However, China-related restrictions remain a key overhang, even as the company secures licences for limited chip shipments and faces rising competition from AMD and Google.

Shares of LT Foods Ltd are in focus after the U.S. Department of Commerce sharply cut countervailing duty on its subsidiary’s organic soybean meal exports. The move significantly reduces potential liability and follows a review period covering 2023 exports, supporting sentiment amid steady quarterly performance.

Sedemac Mechatronics has set its IPO price band at Rs 1,287 to Rs 1,352 per share for a Rs 1,087 crore offer for sale. The issue opens on March 4 and closes on March 6. Strong revenue growth and a sharp rise in profit in FY25 underline the company’s improving financial performance.

Sedemac Mechatronics, a deeptech firm born from IIT Bombay, has set its IPO price band at Rs 1,287–1,352 per share for its Rs 1,087 crore offer. The IPO, entirely an offer for sale, opens March 4 and closes March 6, with listing expected on March 11.

Sedemac Mechatronics, a deeptech firm born from IIT Bombay, has set its IPO price band at Rs 1,287–1,352 per share for its Rs 1,087 crore offer. The IPO, entirely an offer for sale, opens March 4 and closes March 6, with listing expected on March 11.

The brokerage project 8.5% YoY growth for Q3 FY26, following +8.1% YoY in Q2 FY26.

The Rs 583 crore IPO of Omnitech Engineering entered Day 2 with modest demand, reaching 8% subscription on Day 1. GMP near 2% signals limited listing upside, while institutional interest remains relatively stronger. Valuations appear premium but reasonable versus peers, suiting long-term, growth-focused investors.

Four Nifty200 stocks, including Mankind Pharma and Aurobindo Pharma, signalled strengthening momentum on February 25 as their RSI crossed above the 50 mark. The RSI Trending Up scan highlights improving price strength, often interpreted by traders as a potential buying opportunity amid sustained upward movement.

Six Nifty500 stocks, including Lloyds Metals & Energy, Mankind Pharma and National Aluminium Company, formed a bullish White Marubozu pattern on February 25, signalling strong buying interest. The candlestick formation indicates sustained upward momentum, with traders viewing it as a potential early indicator of further price strength in the near term.

Most experts expect continued momentum in large-cap and mid-cap stocks. Here are the key intraday and short-term picks recommended by top analysts.

Shares of Mobilise App Lab are tentatively scheduled to be listed on the NSE SME platform on Monday, March 2.

The listing date for the Kiaasa Retail IPO has been tentatively fixed as March 2.

Nvidia reported strong January quarter results and forecast revenue above estimates, driven by AI chip demand. Despite solid performance, the stock remained flat as investors anticipated more significant returns. The company plans to reinvest in AI infrastructure, assuring sufficient chip supply for future demand.

The Arctic is reshaping climate, trade routes and geopolitics faster than expected. India has a presence—but does it have a coherent long-term strategy to convert access into influence?

Investors who participated in the Accord Transformer and Switchgear IPO subscription can check the share allotment status on the websites of BSE and Kfin Technologies.

Shares of Shree Ram Twistex Ltd. are tentatively scheduled to be listed on the NSE and BSE on March 2.

Indian markets enter 2026 on shaky ground as equities falter, AI disruption rattles IT, tariffs cloud trade and precious metals swing. Discipline, diversification and asset allocation emerge as the real alpha. Here is a structured look at asset class performance and investor response.

Perplexity Computer can break a desired outcome into tasks and subtasks, assign them to specialised sub-agents and execute them asynchronously.

Oil prices are near seven-month highs as markets weigh U.S.-Iran talks against potential supply disruptions. While diplomatic efforts continue, military posturing in the Middle East keeps tensions high. However, a significant build-up in U.S. crude inventories is tempering further price surges, creating a complex market outlook.

The new procedure will replace paper-based visa stickers as part of a phased programme over recent years.

Investors who applied for shares in the Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions IPO subscription can check the allotment status on the websites of BSE, NSE and MUFG Intime India.

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Samsung has decided to increase Galaxy S26 series prices.

Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions IPO allotment is set for February 26. The public issue saw muted demand overall, though institutional investors showed strong interest. Retail and non-institutional investor participation was weak. The grey market premium is currently negative. Shares are scheduled to list on March 2. Listing performance will depend on institutional participation and market conditions.

Indian markets are looking at positive cues from Asian and US equities, with the GIFT Nifty up 0.2% at 25,684 points as of 7:30 a.m.

Shree Ram Twistex IPO, subscribed 43.66 times, is set to finalize allotment today. Despite strong investor demand, especially from retail and NII segments, the grey market premium is negative, indicating potential listing concerns. The company plans to utilize IPO funds for renewable energy projects and debt repayment.

Testing is a mandatory prerequisite before approval and is conducted at government laboratories, including the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), Central Drugs Testing Laboratory, Mumbai, Central Drugs Laboratory at CRI Kasauli, and National Institute of Biologicals, Noida.

The additional sanctions come after President Donald Trump in his State of the Union speech on Tuesday claimed Iran was working to reconstitute its nuclear program even as it negotiates with Washington.

The gold rate in India on Thursday is Rs 1,61,560 per 10 gms while the silver rate in India is Rs 2,69,570 per 1 kg, according the Bullions website.

Nvidia shares fell about 1% after the chipmaker delivered the outlook.

After powering the market higher for much of the past few years, Nvidia shares have gone cold in recent months, rising about 5% since the start of the fourth quarter.

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The largest cryptocurrency climbed as much as 9.3% to $69,987 in New York trading, marking its biggest intraday gain since Feb. 6

West Texas Intermediate hovered near $66 a barrel after a softer close in the previous session, while Brent settled below $71.

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US imposition of a 125.87% countervailing duty on Indian solar modules is set to impact domestic companies by potentially lowering module prices. Exporters may redirect unsold inventory to India, while companies like Waaree Energies are strengthening US manufacturing to mitigate the effects. The duty erodes future revenue visibility for Indian manufacturers targeting the US market.

Large language models, such as ChatGPT, can consume notable amounts of power not just when answering queries but also during its training phase.

Shapoorji Pallonji Group is set to raise approximately ₹25,000 crore through a bond issue. This fundraising effort, planned for early April, is expected to have a lower pricing than previous borrowings. Improved prospects for asset sales and a potential settlement regarding its stake in Tata Sons are boosting investor confidence.

The government is selling a stake in Indian Railway Finance Corporation. Analysts suggest caution for investors. The offer for sale aims to meet public shareholding norms. The floor price offers limited discount. IRFC has seen loan growth supported by railway capital expenditure. Future gains may depend on market sentiment.

Markets closed higher despite initial volatility on the first day of the new expiry series, though analysts suggest potential for further downside. Several companies like IRFC, Adani Ports, Lodha Developers, Lupin, and RIL are in focus due to significant news developments impacting their operations and financial standing.

India is building a transparent, well-governed, and investable stock market to attract long-term institutional capital, according to Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey. He highlighted that the country offers scale and growth, with foreign portfolio investor assets tripling to ₹71 lakh crore. Domestic institutional investors are now providing a crucial counterbalance, enhancing market resilience.

An Indian investor disclosed foreign shares but not the associated dividend income, assuming it was taxed in the US. The ₹20 lakh threshold for penalty under the Black Money Act pertains to foreign assets, not income. What can be done to mitigate penalties?

Metal stocks surged over 7% on Wednesday, driven by firm base metal prices and reduced uncertainty over US tariffs. Analysts suggest buying on dips, anticipating up to 25% upside. Companies like Lloyds Metals, National Aluminium, and Vedanta saw significant gains as investors shifted funds from IT to the buoyant metal sector.

At its first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026, Samsung officially introduced the Galaxy S26 series.