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The December 2025 IndiGo crisis highlights India’s lack of a data-driven aviation framework and a regulatory gap

Mamdani, a Democrat, has faced continued resistance from Governor Kathy Hochulto raise taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations.

Commissioning of the project is expected in 39 months from the date of awarding the contract.

Of the 25 Cabinet ministers in the Tarique Rahman-led government, 17 are first-timers.

Domestic institutional investors engaged in muted buying action and net bought only Rs 187.04 crore worth of equities

Carrier India’s Managing Director Sundaresan Narayanan and Sri City’s Managing Director Ravindra Sannareddy formally exchanged copies of the lease deed in the presence of the Tirupati district Collector S. Venkateswar

The format for reporting of net open position limits has also been updated, it said

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has recently tightened the deadlinefor intermediaries to comply with takedown directions under amendments to Section 79 of the IT Act.

The e Vitara is available in two battery options – 61kWh and 49kWh – with a driving range of up to 543 km

The facility in Vemagal in Kolar district of Karnataka, is India’s first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125

More than 13 million barrels of crude oil are reportedly transited through the Strait of Hormuz on a daily basis.

Saudi Arabia and the UAE confirmed the start of Ramadan fasts from Wednesday. Most of the other Gulf countries will also align with the same dates.

Describing the summit as both timely and necessary, Nadda emphasised that AI does not operate in isolation, but thrives on strong digital infrastructure and high-quality data.

Administration officials have been working narrow the scope of the duties, which not only touch the metals themselves but dozens of products that contain them.

Soon after the talks ended, Iranian foreign minister said "the path for a deal has started" and described the discussions as serious and constructive.

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According to the MeitY, a country of the size of India needs to necessarily have control over the way AI models function.

IREF said it has encouraged all its members to continue maintaining quality standards in their export activities.

Robust retail demand in China and India, the two biggest markets for physical bullion, has been a key support for prices in recent months.

Safeguards for local growers amid free trade agreements with the U.S., New Zealand and European nations is the need of the hour, MLA Waheed-ur-Rehmaan Parra says in J&K Assembly

The announcement was made after the confirmation received from an official moon-sighting committee.

Alliance launches India Grid of the Future Accelerator which will be replicated in other developed countries later

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Following the Gravite launch, the company will introduce the Tekton SUV and a C-segment 7-seater SUV, expanding its presence in India.

Dow Jones Industrial Average opened at 49,525.37, little changed.

Sharing a detailed note on social media, Rao said physical change is an essential part of his craft and something he enjoys doing without relying on prosthetics.

Sarma made the announcement after meeting Bhupen Borah at his residence in Guwahati, and said that several other Congress leaders will also join the saffron party.

The company plans to set up around 1 lakh charging stations by 2030 in collaboration with its dealer network and charging partners.

Shares in Raspberry Pi rose ​as much as ​42% on Tuesday in a record two-day ​rally after CEO Eben Upton bought stock in the beaten-down UK computer hardware firm, halting a months-long slide, as chatter grew that its ‌products ⁠could benefit ⁠from low-cost artificial-intelligence projects.

The sighting also marks the start of Taraweeh prayers from Tuesday night across Saudi Arabia.

Although Vaibhav Sooryavanshi completed all the required procedures, including filling out the examination form and receiving his admit card, he ultimately decided not to sit for the exams at the last moment.

Apart from the Narcos actor, the movie also stars Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White, who voices a Hutt. Other characters, such as Zeb and ice-cold assassin Cad Bane, also feature in the trailer.

Latest South Indian films and series that will be available for streaming in the 3rd week of Februar

The ​S&P 500 ​and the ​Nasdaq opened lower on Tuesday after the long ‌weekend ⁠as worries ⁠about AI-triggered disruptions ​rattled market confidence and ​investors focused on developments in nuclear talks ​between the ⁠United States ‌and Iran.

The ​S&P 500 ​and the ​Nasdaq opened lower on Tuesday after the long ‌weekend ⁠as worries ⁠about AI-triggered disruptions ​rattled market confidence and ​investors focused on developments in nuclear talks ​between the ⁠United States ‌and Iran.

Indian markets saw a dip on Tuesday. Tech giants like Nvidia and Microsoft faced losses. Investors are worried about artificial intelligence impacting businesses. Chinese AI advancements also added to market uncertainty. Financials offered some support. Upcoming inflation data will be key for interest rate decisions.

Nifty posts consecutive gains led by IT, consumer, and banking stocks, though resistance near 50DMA may trigger minor pullbacks. Analysts recommend LG Electronics, Bank of India, and MRPL for short-term bullish trades.

Danish brewing giant Carlsberg is considering listing its India business, as it looks to unlock shareholder value in the country where it is witnessing strong growth, said its Group CEO Jacob Aarup-Andersen.

Rajpal Yadav was arrested in a case dating back to 2010, when he took a loan of Rs 5 crore from a Delhi-based entity.

As the script for Dhurandhar evolved and the scale of the production grew, the team decided to mount it as a feature film. By the time the shoot commenced, the project was firmly planned for the big screen.

French President Emmanuel Macron is in India from Feb. 17-19 on the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in the ongoing India AI Impact Summit 2026.

Selected candidates can stay, work, and study in the UK for two years.

Engineers India Limited posts over threefold Q3 net profit jump, driven by turnkey project revenue. Board to meet for second interim dividend, with record date set for March. Shares remain volatile amid profit booking.

The meeting took place during Macron’s three-day visit to India, which is focused on strengthening strategic and economic cooperation.

Indian-origin Vodela Yashaswi Kottapalli was arrested on charges of sexual assault, shoplifting, and public disorder.

While Saudi Arabia and the UAE await formal confirmation, several countries have already declared Thursday, February 19, as the first day of Ramadan.

Australia was the first high-profile team to exit the T20 World Cup after winning just one of their first three matches.

Digital lending platform Kissht, operated by Onemi Technologies, on Tuesday said its NBFC arm Si Creva Capital Services has received a credit rating upgrade from Crisil Ratings, reflecting strong business momentum and a healthy capital position.

The government has planned to borrow Rs 17.2 lakh crore for FY27 significantly higher than the market projection of Rs 16.5-17 lakh crore, leading to sharp rise in yields on government securities.

Jhajjar police cracked the murder of a pregnant banker within 18 hours, exposing her husband’s attempt to stage a robbery.

The company’s weight loss drug, Mounjaro, is already making waves in India 

The ballot opened at 2:30 pm today and will close at the same time on Thursday.

The complainant alleged that the electric bike that he purchased from Ola was not returned to him after he sent it to the firm for repairs.

India’s capital markets are evolving as S45 launches the nation’s first AI-enabled investment banking platform. It streamlines IPO workflows, improves transparency, accelerates listing processes, and combines AI with human expertise to optimize execution.

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The hall tickets for the SSC, HSC Science, and HSC General streams can be accessed through school login. Students will not be able to download the admit cards via the official website.

Modi also announced that India and France decided to upgrade their relationship to a special global strategic partnership.

The BSE Sensex rose nearly 174 points, supported by strong momentum in key counters. State Bank of India, Larsen & Toubro, Indus Towers, and Lupin reached 52-week highs, signaling bullish sentiment.

Rumours are already ripe about a Seedance 3.0 release sometime in the future.

The Galaxy S26 series is expected to be introduced by Samsung during the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event on Feb. 25.

Seven large-cap companies recorded a “Turnaround Story YoY,” moving from net losses to profits in December ’25, reflecting strong financial recovery and improved operational performance, signaling investor confidence in their growth trajectory.

XED Executive Development is set to launch GIFT City’s first-ever IPO, aiming to raise $12 million through a dollar-denominated listing on NSE IX and India INX. The offering marks a key milestone for IFSC’s global fundraising ambitions as XED plans to accelerate international expansion and deepen academic partnerships

Fractal Analytics rebounded after a weak market debut, rising over 9% intraday after Prabhudas Lilladher initiated coverage with a 40% upside target. The brokerage cited strong account mining, steady growth across tiers, deep AI capabilities, and improving prospects for Fractal Alpha as key drivers supporting long-term momentum.

The robot also monitors critical systems including compressors, electrical panels and power distribution units. 

The 10-day festival will be celebrated from Feb. 18-27.

The dollar index, which gauges the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, was trading 0.22% higher at 97.03.

Reports from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines to follow soon.

He added that this is a global norm and a well-established legal position which all multinationals understand.

Indian benchmarks logged a second straight gain, supported by IT, financial and consumer stocks. The BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 edged higher as select counters like Infosys and Fractal Analytics saw strong action.

Indian government ​bonds continued their winning run, ​ending the day higher on Tuesday after stronger-than-expected demand ​for state debt sale lifted sentiment, while benign U.S.

Eternal, Tata Steel, Trent, Reliance Industries, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel, Kotak Mahindra Bank and Hindustan Unilever ended with losses

In the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 90.72 against the US dollar and moved in a tight range, touching a high of 90.64 and a low of 90.78 in intraday deals.

Jaipur-headquartered Moustache Group of Hotels on Monday announced its rebranding, aiming to operate 100 more properties by 2030.

NBFC firm IIFL Finance Ltd on Tuesday said that the base issue of its secured redeemable non-convertible debentures (NCDs) has been fully subscribed within the first half of the opening day.

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Vaishnaw also said that Nvidia is making large investments in AI in India and is working with Indian companies.

The new administration replaces the interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, which had been in office since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in August 2024.

No respect for the greenback

Benchmark indices reversed early losses to end higher on Tuesday, supported by gains in IT and PSU bank stocks. The Sensex rose 174 points, and the Nifty closed above 25,700, while broader markets also advanced. Analysts said the index holds strong support at 25,600, with momentum likely to sustain.

Copper prices have seen a significant drop from their peak. Experts believe this is a temporary consolidation phase. Global demand concerns and Lunar New Year holidays in China are impacting prices. However, long-term fundamentals remain strong. Traders are advised to watch for stabilization before entering new positions.

Blue Star MD B Thiagarajan confirms a 10-15% rise in air conditioner prices this quarter due to higher commodity costs, energy-efficiency label changes, and currency pressures.

PhonePe’s proposed IPO at a $13–15 billion valuation could become a landmark fintech listing in India and may trigger a valuation re-rating for Paytm, according to Macquarie. The company dominates the UPI ecosystem with about 45% market share, supported by over 657 million registered users and 47 million merchants, staying ahead of rivals like Google Pay and Paytm.

The Nifty closed 0.2% or 42 points higher at 25,725 and the Sensex ended 173.81 points higher at 83,450.96.

A few other global financial firms, including Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, are also setting up GCC operations in India, the people said.

Will Ramadan fasts start from Wednesday? Observatories are set up, committees designated, and people in Saudi Arabia are asked to report any moon sighting.

Infosys shares jumped up to 5% after announcing a strategic AI collaboration with Anthropic, easing fears that next-gen AI could disrupt Indian IT. The partnership blends Claude models with Infosys Topaz to build agentic AI solutions for regulated industries, shifting the narrative from AI threat to AI-driven opportunity.

Nearly half of India’s smallcap stocks trade over forty percent below peaks after a sharp correction, says Abakkus Mutual Fund. Despite volatility, smallcaps have outperformed Nifty 50 long term, offering attractive accumulation opportunities.

This is due to easing safe-haven demand amid improving geopolitical sentiment and a strong U.S. dollar

The caution comes as Ramadan moon sighting date coincides with a solar eclipse earlier in the day, significantly increasing risks associated with optical observation.

WeWork India Managing Director and CEO Karan Virwani says the company is seeing record financial performance and accelerating demand, reflecting a broader resurgence in commercial real estate.

Professional service providers such as Urban Company will face the highest cap.

The Supreme Court has warned lawyers against using AI tools to draft petitions after multiple cases of fabricated precedents and fake judicial quotes surfaced in filings, calling the trend a threat to judicial integrity.

Call of Duty: Warzone remains free-to-play across Xbox, Battle.net, PlayStation, and Steam.

The CMAT 2026 conclusive answer key is now available as a PDF file. This document contains the question ID along with the correct answer option.

Kwality Wall’s shares fell sharply on Tuesday, extending their post-listing slide to 30% after a weak debut. The stock faced heavy selling despite LIC acquiring a 6.62% stake. The demerged ice-cream business from HUL also saw an open offer launched at Rs 21.33 per share by a Dutch promoter entity.

Kwality Wall’s shares fell sharply on Tuesday, extending their post-listing slide to 30% after a weak debut. The stock faced heavy selling despite LIC acquiring a 6.62% stake. The demerged ice-cream business from HUL also saw an open offer launched at Rs 21.33 per share by a Dutch promoter entity.

European shares were steady on Tuesday, echoing a cautious tone in global markets as key bilateral talks between ‌the U.S. ⁠and ⁠Iran were underway, while investors scoured for clues on how ​AI disruptions could upend traditional business models.

Sensex rose as much as 0.25 to 83,422 after falling as much as 0.3%, while the Nifty rose as much as 0.1% to 25,698 after declining as much as 0.4%.

At the Mint Money Festival 2026, CRIF Highmark’s Ramkumar Rajashekaran explained how credit scores now influence everything—from loans and insurance to jobs and even marriage.

Adani Group stocks rose sharply after the conglomerate announced a $100 billion plan to build renewable-powered, AI-ready data centres by 2035. The initiative includes a 5 GW data centre platform and ties with global tech giants, positioning India as a major AI infrastructure hub.

Infosys has partnered with Anthropic to integrate its Claude AI coding tools into the Topaz platform, enabling automated code writing, testing and debugging—signalling a shift toward AI-assisted software development that could reshape entry-level IT roles.

India is also seeing strong investment momentum, with both global and domestic players committing fresh capital toward AI infrastructure and development.

Jaishankar said the world is witnessing the weaponisation of production, finance, leveraging of market shares and tightening of export controls

Infosys has partnered with Anthropic to integrate its Claude AI coding tools into the Topaz platform, enabling automated code writing, testing and debugging—signalling a shift toward AI-assisted software development that could reshape entry-level IT roles.

Police sources said Eden was discovered after a family member grew concerned when she stopped responding to messages.

Sensex rose as much as 0.25 to 83,422 after falling as much as 0.3%, while the Nifty rose as much as 0.1% to 25,698 after declining as much as 0.4%.

Jaishankar said the world is witnessing the weaponisation of production, finance, leveraging of market shares and tightening of export controls

Relying on a Rs 1 crore corpus alone for Rs 1 lakh monthly indefinitely may be unrealistic in India.

RBI disclosed 650 Assistant positions available in various locations such as Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kanpur, Lucknow, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram.

Ahead of the AI Impact Summit, Vaishnaw also revealed that commitments in the AI infra layer alone may top $200 billion, with $90 billion already pledged.

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said the nations that master the "symmetry between energy and compute" will shape the next decade.

The company said this investment will also catalyse an additional $150 billion across server manufacturing, cloud platforms, and supporting industries, creating a projected $250 billion AI infrastructure ecosystem

Anthropic’s revenue run-rate in India has doubled in four months, ​chief executive officer Dario Amodei said on Monday

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Amid traffic congestion, the Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Limited (MMRCL) has requested commuters to use the Metro-3 Aqua Line to avoid delays.

Seven exclusive MF-held stocks fell up to 55% in a year, while four outliers gained up to 125%, ETMarkets analysis shows.

The call came during a highlevel panel hosted by the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA), where publishers pressed for accountability, fair compensation, and stronger collaboration between technology platforms and the news industry.

Infosys announced a strategic collaboration with Anthropic to develop and deliver advanced enterprise AI solutions to companies across telecommunications, financial services, manufacturing, and software development

Within GIFT City, investors can open multi-currency accounts and access outbound funds for investing in the US, Nasdaq, or emerging markets, says Sandeep Batra, head of international wealth and premier banking at HSBC India.

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Nothing has announced the launch date for the Phone 4a series.

The viral invitation card suggests that the much-rumoured couple may be planning to tie the knot on February 26.

The three vessels were intercepted about 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai

The Central Board of Secondary Education has noted that in previous years, there have been individuals attempting to spread false information during examination periods.

Australian shares climbed on Tuesday. BHP surged to a record, boosting the resources sector. This set the tone as earnings season began. The S&P/ASX 200 extended gains. Focus remained on domestic earnings due to market closures elsewhere. Investors watched for signals on iron ore demand and the sector outlook. Jobs data is now a key focus.

At the Mint Money Festival, insurance experts unpack why health policies trigger so many complaints, whether an emergency fund can replace cover, and how to choose the right plan.

Motilal Oswal has included Groww’s parent company (Billionbrains Garage Ventures) and Dixon Technologies among its bullish stock ideas in its latest coverage, reflecting confidence in secular growth themes beyond the core index. The brokerage’s Buy call on Groww underscores its dominant retail broking market share and diversified revenue expansion potential, while Dixon Tech features as a high-conviction pick in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) space with strategic alliances and growth prospects driving optimism.

Apple will reportedly introduce the iPhone 17e at the event.

India has intensified maritime enforcement after seizing three tankers linked to US sanctions on Iran.

Sensex rose as much as 0.25 to 83,422 after falling as much as 0.3%, while the Nifty rose as much as 0.1% to 25,698 after declining as much as 0.4%.

ITC is also likely to launch more products at 74 mm category with larger price increases to negate excise impact in king size brands.

Public sector stocks are experiencing a surge, with defence and power sectors showing promise due to robust order books and improving execution. While defence is a preferred long-term theme, experts express caution on oil and gas due to structural headwinds and see only tactical opportunities in IT.

Less tech to wreck

The changing competitive landscape will be a key monitorable, says Motilal Oswal.

Sensex rose as much as 0.25 to 83,422 after falling as much as 0.3%, while the Nifty rose as much as 0.1% to 25,698 after declining as much as 0.4%.

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Bitcoin trades around $68,355 after touching $70,000. Ethereum also saw a slight dip. Major altcoins like XRP and BNB showed gains, while Dogecoin fell. The crypto market cap is near $2.35 trillion. Bitcoin is consolidating, holding above key moving averages. Traders await a clear direction as prices move in a narrow band.

Anthropic’s revenue run-rate in India has doubled in four months, ​chief executive officer Dario Amodei said on Monday

The next trillion dollars of India’s market capitalization could create more wealth than the last, Raamdeo Agrawal, co-founder of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, said at the Mint Money Festival

Shares of Ola Electric Mobility hit a fresh 52-week low after Citi downgraded the stock to Sell and cut its target price by 51%. As reported by ET Now, the brokerage flagged weak EV penetration, market-share losses and concerns over cash flows.

Shares of Ola Electric Mobility hit a fresh 52-week low after Citi downgraded the stock to Sell and cut its target price by 51%. As reported by ET Now, the brokerage flagged weak EV penetration, market-share losses and concerns over cash flows.

Shares of Ola Electric Mobility hit a fresh 52-week low after Citi downgraded the stock to Sell and cut its target price by 51%. As reported by ET Now, the brokerage flagged weak EV penetration, market-share losses and concerns over cash flows.

Sensex dropped to 82,987.43 and Nifty declined to 25,570.30

Indian government bonds remained largely flat as market participants awaited a significant debt supply from states. Despite a slight decline in the benchmark 2035 bond yield over the past week, sustained easing may require central bank or government intervention. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury yields fell on slower retail inflation, boosting rate cut expectations.

Japanese government bond yields dropped significantly on Tuesday. Trading was light due to Lunar New Year holidays in several Asian markets. Super-long-dated bond yields saw sharp declines. A five-year bond auction had a weak outcome. The benchmark 10-year JGB yield also reached its lowest point since mid-January. The yen strengthened against the dollar.

Experts agree the AI disruption will be gradual, not sudden. Regulation, business models, and enterprise adoption typically lag behind technological breakthroughs, allowing time for companies to adapt.

Police took the Scorpio driver into custody during inquiry, and noted the teenager was driving without a valid licence when the crash took place.

"KMF strongly refutes baseless, misleading, and defamatory statements and is forced to initiate legal actions on such miscreants," the statement read.

New RBI regulations will significantly alter how banks sell financial products, fund acquisitions, and lend to market intermediaries. Former SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara believes these moves, particularly stricter mis-selling norms and revised M&A financing rules, aim to enhance customer trust and domestic market development.

Information technology stocks rebounded after a steep two-week selloff, with Infosys, TCS and Wipro rising up to 3%. Investor concerns over AI-driven disruption eased slightly, even as brokerages warned that advances in agentic AI could challenge traditional IT services models. Analysts, however, see scope for business-model evolution and selective opportunities.

ICICI Securities expects a 26.1% Ebitda CAGR over FY2528E driven by a revenue CAGR of 19.2%.

OpenAI has hired the Austrian creator of OpenClaw, an artificial intelligence tool able to execute real-world tasks

A recent teaser playfully highlights Privacy Display for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.

US tech giants are facing a sharp valuation reset in 2026 as investors question whether massive AI spending can deliver adequate returns. Stocks like Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia and Alphabet have fallen, while firms with stronger earnings visibility, such as TSMC and Samsung, have gained, signalling a shift in market sentiment.

The three vessels were intercepted about 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai

The release comes as Alibaba looks ⁠to attract more users to its Qwen chatbot app in China, a landscape currently dominated by rival tech giant ByteDance’s Doubao and DeepSeek

Alongside, the 23-km Meerut Metro corridor with 13 stations will also be launched.

Infosys shares rose on Tuesday after the IT major announced a strategic partnership with AI firm Anthropic to build enterprise-ready AI solutions. The collaboration will integrate Claude models with Infosys Topaz to automate workflows, boost software development and scale AI adoption across sectors, lifting investor sentiment and the stock price.

Infosys shares rose on Tuesday after the IT major announced a strategic partnership with AI firm Anthropic to build enterprise-ready AI solutions. The collaboration will integrate Claude models with Infosys Topaz to automate workflows, boost software development and scale AI adoption across sectors, lifting investor sentiment and the stock price.

One of the most striking features on the AI Summit website is its dedicated dyslexia and ADHD accessibility modes-tools rarely seen together on official platforms.

In a first-of-its-kind initiative in India, the Meerut Metro will run on the same tracks and infrastructure as the semi-high-speed Namo Bharat trains.

Foreign inflows into Asian local currency bonds remained steady in January, marking a fourth straight month of buying as improving growth prospects and resilient exports boosted sentiment. South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia led the gains, while India saw sharp outflows after its expected inclusion in a global bond index was deferred.

The incident occurred late Sunday night near Vehalegaon Road in Bhiwandi when the victims were returning home after visiting a temple.

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The BSE Sensex fell 0.3% or 238 points intraday to 83,039, while the NSE Nifty 50 fell as much as 0.4% to 25,591

Indian stock markets are poised for a stronger performance in the upcoming financial year. Corporate earnings are expected to accelerate, supported by stable macro fundamentals. Key sectors like private capex, manufacturing, private banks, and consumption are set for growth. The IT sector remains under observation pending clearer earnings visibility. Overall, the outlook for Indian equities is constructive.

Gold and silver futures fell on MCX amid weak global cues, thin Lunar New Year trade and a stronger U.S. dollar. April gold dropped 0.8% to Rs 1,53,550 per 10 gm, while March silver slipped 2% to Rs 2,35,206 per kg, reversing mixed moves seen in the previous session.

Indian benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex opened lower on Tuesday, impacted by declines in metal and auto stocks. The IT index, however, showed strength, rising over 0.5% to lead sectoral gains. Major laggards included Eternal, Tata Steel, and Reliance Industries, while Asian Paints and Infosys saw upward movement.

While large banks dominate in absolute numbers, the dependence on insurance income is significantly higher among several mid-sized banks and small finance banks.

Embassy Developments Ltd. secured MahaRERA approval for its Embassy Serenity project in Alibaug, marking its entry into the premium second-home market. This 7-acre development, featuring 52 residences and extensive green spaces, boasts a GDV of Rs 400 crore. The launch is slated for this quarter, with possession expected by 2030, amid strong company operating momentum.

Mutual funds significantly reduced their holdings in nine out of ten major IT stocks in January, driven by concerns that AI will disrupt the traditional outsourcing model. Despite this selling pressure, the sector still holds substantial value, with managers offloading stakes in giants like Infosys and TCS, while showing some interest in Wipro.

Ipca remains on a robust growth path in domestic formulation segment, as the company not only delivered healthy double-digit YoY growth but also outperformed the industry.

IRS tax deadline 2026: If taxpayers, even if they are eligible, fail to file their taxes within the deadline, tax refunds can expire permanently. This rule stays in place even as millions of taxpayers rely on tax refunds every year to plan their finances.

A slab collapsed from a fifth-floor flat in a 35-year-old building in Thane, injuring three and prompting the rescue of 80 residents early Tuesday.

Investors have a final chance to buy into eight companies before they trade ex-dividend on February 18th. Hindustan Aeronautics, Coal India, MSTC, Natco Pharma, Oil India, ONGC, Bharat Forge, and CMS Info Systems are all distributing interim dividends.

Indian IT stocks, including TCS and Infosys, faced a $56 billion market hit amid global AI-related concerns. The sell-off tested the sector’s resilience as investors reacted to fears of automation-driven disruptions and changing technology dynamics. Despite short-term volatility, analysts say strong fundamentals and long-term growth prospects could help these companies navigate the turbulence and recover over time.

Indian IT stocks, including TCS and Infosys, faced a $56 billion market hit amid global AI-related concerns. The sell-off tested the sector’s resilience as investors reacted to fears of automation-driven disruptions and changing technology dynamics. Despite short-term volatility, analysts say strong fundamentals and long-term growth prospects could help these companies navigate the turbulence and recover over time.

Indian markets are shifting focus to company earnings and liquidity. The India-US trade deal has eased pressures. Investors are recalibrating strategies for 2026. Small and midcap stocks offer opportunities but require careful selection. Earnings visibility and balance sheet strength are key. Global trade and liquidity will guide market direction.

Stocks in focus include Tech Mahindra, HCLTech, Persistent Systems and more.

Logan Paul’s Pikachu Illustrator card fetches a record-breaking price at auction, cementing its status as the ultimate Pokemon collectible.

Indian markets are expected to perform better in CY26 after underperforming MSCI EM by 26% in CY25. Large caps delivered 16% YoY earnings growth, in line with the broader market. Motilal Oswal has shared its preferred stock picks for investors.

On February 16, four stocks from the Nifty200 universe entered the RSI Trending Up scan after gaining over 3%, based on StockEdge data. Their RSI readings moved above the 50 mark from lower levels, indicating improving price momentum and rising buying interest, a technical signal often tracked for potential bullish continuation.

Shares of Texmaco Rail & Engineering are in focus after the company secured two orders totaling Rs 242.63 crore. The larger contract, worth Rs 219.18 crore, comes from Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Ltd for designing, supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning signalling systems for a new Mumbai suburban railway line under MUTP-IIIA, with completion scheduled within 36 months.

Cochin Shipyard shares may remain in focus after the company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 5,000 crore defence contract to build five next-generation survey vessels for the Indian Navy. The order is subject to procedural approvals, even as the stock trades below key averages currently momentum.

Analysts broadly expect business models to evolve from effort-based pricing toward outcome-driven and automation-led contracts, with companies increasingly using AI internally to protect margins.

HSBC has reiterated a buy on Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles and raised its target price to Rs 534, citing strong MHCV demand, replacement-led growth and potential upside from the Iveco acquisition.

Oil prices remained steady as Iran conducted naval drills near the Strait of Hormuz ahead of nuclear talks with the U.S. Investors are assessing supply disruption risks amid geopolitical uncertainties. Citi predicts a potential price decline to $60-62/bbl Brent by summer if Iran and Russia-Ukraine deals materialize.

People close to Indian conglomerate accused of market manipulation held billions of dollars’ worth of shares

The gold rate in India on Tuesday is Rs1,55,230 per 10 gms while the silver rate is Rs2,41,260 per 1 kg, according the Bullions website.

On January 30, SEBI allowed NSE to restart preparations for its IPO, enabling it to appoint merchant bankers and legal advisers and begin drafting the required offer documents.

Gold prices dipped 1% on Tuesday amid thin trading due to Lunar New Year holidays in Asian markets and a stronger U.S. dollar. U.S. gold futures also saw a decline. Meanwhile, silver, platinum, and palladium prices also experienced losses.

Modi and Macron will review the progress made in the India-France strategic partnership and their discussions will focus on cementing the strategic ties and further diversifying them into new and emerging areas.

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources.

Indian tech stocks, including TCS and Infosys, have seen a significant market value drop due to AI fears. However, analysts and investors believe this selloff presents a buying opportunity. They argue that Indian IT firms are well-positioned to adapt, reskill, and capitalize on the growing demand for AI integration services, citing their history of technological resilience and strong financial positions.

Major tech stocks like Microsoft, Amazon, and Nvidia have experienced significant market value declines this year. Investors are now prioritizing near-term earnings over long-term AI ambitions, shifting market psychology. Conversely, companies such as TSMC, Samsung Electronics, and Walmart have seen their market values increase.

Major tech stocks like Microsoft, Amazon, and Nvidia have experienced significant market value declines this year. Investors are now prioritizing near-term earnings over long-term AI ambitions, shifting market psychology. Conversely, companies such as TSMC, Samsung Electronics, and Walmart have seen their market values increase.

The dollar held its ground as markets awaited Federal Reserve signals on potential rate cut timing. The yen trimmed losses after weak Japanese data, while the Aussie dollar dipped following RBA minutes. Key economic events this week include Fed minutes and U.S. GDP figures.

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Oil has climbed more than 10% so far this year, supported largely by concerns over disruptions in the Middle East, which accounts for roughly a third of global crude production.

Co-hosts Sri Lanka handed Australia a heavy 8-wicket defeat to leave them staring at an uncomfortable prospect of an early flight home. England sealed their own Super 8 berth while Afghanistan picked up their first win of the tournament.

Top picks include private banking heavyweights Axis Bank and HDFC Bank, along with state-run utility Power Grid, AU Small Finance Bank, and Bank of India.

In Japan, the central bank governor said Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made no specific requests during a regular meeting to discuss the economy and swap general ideas.

Markets saw volatility but recovered modestly on Monday, with analysts maintaining a cautious outlook. Several stocks like Fractal Analytics, RIL, and Cochin Shipyard are in focus due to significant news, including joint ventures, expansion plans, and major order wins. The upcoming weekly expiry is expected to contribute to further volatility on Tuesday.

Crude oil prices rose amid heightened geopolitical risk as Iran conducted naval exercises near a key shipping corridor ahead of US talks. Asian stocks saw modest gains with light trading volumes, while investors awaited economic data. The US dollar fluctuated as traders anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Unrated and lesser-known issuers are increasingly tapping the debt capital market, raising ₹1.5 lakh crore in FY26, driven by investor appetite for higher yields. These issuers prefer unrated structures to bypass procedural delays and regulatory disclosures, with private credit funds and AIFs emerging as key buyers.

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Saudi Supreme Court asks citizens to spot and report moon sighting, which will determine the starting date of Ramadan.

Nine of India’s top 12 new-age firms grew revenues by 25% or more in October–December, driven by wider market reach and rising digital demand. Eternal, owner of Zomato and Blinkit, tripled its revenue, while Swiggy, Ather Energy, Lenskart, PB Fintech, Meesho and Nykaa saw 25–54% growth. Profits also rose at Nykaa, Eternal, Delhivery and Paytm.

The RBI has tightened norms for bank loans to brokers and capital market intermediaries, mandating 100% collateral for credit facilities. These changes, effective April 1, aim to increase transparency and will impact proprietary trading desks significantly by reducing leverage and increasing borrowing costs for brokers.

New RBI guidelines effective April 1, 2026, mandate 100% collateral for bank funding to capital market intermediaries, including significant cash margins. This will likely push equity brokers towards bond markets and commercial papers, increasing funding costs and potentially impacting sector profitability and market liquidity.

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The firm has just raised $600 million from Blackrock, and seeks to raise more, for procuring and running GPUs in India for enterprise clients looking for locally deployed AI.

Wealth managers are advising investors to take profits on gold and silver after their significant rally, suggesting a cautious approach. While geopolitical tensions and industrial demand fueled the surge, current valuations are considered stretched. New investors are cautioned against large allocations, with SIPs recommended for gradual entry.

Information Technology stocks are losing their grip on the Nifty index. Banks are now more influential, their share in the key index reaching new highs. This shift reflects changing earnings trajectories and investor sentiment. Overseas investors have significantly reduced their exposure to Indian IT. The impact of Artificial Intelligence disruption is a key concern for the sector.

The $35bn sale of more than 100 Rafales would be the largest-ever for New Delhi and Dassault Aviation

The $35bn sale of more than 100 Rafales would be the largest ever for New Delhi and Dassault Aviation

The UR (unemployment rate) or joblessness recorded a marginal increase in January in both rural and urban areas, showed the latest Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)

A trade delegation will travel to Washington next week to finalise a trade agreement, Rajesh Agrawal, India’s ‌trade secretary