INDIA MARKET LENS

Markets news

Sensex and Nifty news from Indian share markets: the session, sector moves, institutional flows, commodities and the rupee.

Saturday, 24 October 2026

Concurrent Losers: 13 stocks decline for 5 consecutive sessions

During this period, around 123 stocks in the BSE 500 index declined in each of the five sessions. Of these, we identified 13 stocks that fell between 15% and 25% over the same…

2 outlets

IPL 2027: Mumbai Indians Appoint Kieron Pollard As New Head Coach Replacing Mahela Jayawardene

Mumbai Indians have elevated Kieron Pollard to head coach after 16 years with the franchise. The former all-rounder, who most recently served as batting coach, will lead the team…

Casio G-Shock GMC-2500 price, features and India availability: 5 new watches unveiled

Casio has unveiled five new G-Shock GMC-2500 watches featuring metal and resin straps, a magnetic shock-resistant minute hand and 200-metre water resistance. The watches offer a…

Energy Transition

Delhi weather today: AQI improves to 'moderate' as minimum temperatures fall; NASA detects 545 farm fires

The air quality index (AQI) was 185 at 9 am, compared with Friday’s 24-hour average of 230 at 4 pm, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

'I Accidentally Killed A Dog': Reddit Reacts After Mumbai Man Shares Guilt Over Stray Dog's Death

A Mumbai man has turned to Reddit after a stray dog died following a kick in self-defence, leaving him guilty and facing backlash from society residents.

Defence

Indians remit $2.7 billion overseas in August, led by travel

Outward remittances under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) stood at $2.7 billion, with travel accounting for the largest chunk. Indians spent $1.6 billion on travel in…

2 outlets

India's net FDI inflows falls to $3 billion in August

Gross foreign direct investment (FDI) to India decreased to $11 billion in August, from $14 billion a month ago. Net FDI to India slows $3 billion in August, from $7 billion in…

2 outlets

Ballon d'Or 2026: Date, Time, Full list Of Candidates, How to Watch in India

Thirteen awards will be given out, including the Kopa, Yashin, Gerd Muller and Johan Cruyff trophies.

BSE begins hunt for MD & CEO successor ahead of 2027 exit

BSE has initiated the search for its next managing director and chief executive officer. Sundararaman Ramamurthy is scheduled to retire in June 2027 after reaching the age limit.…

2 outlets

Ranabaali Box Office Collection Day 8: Vijay Deverakonda And Rashmika Mandanna Starrer Slows Down

'Ranabaali' earned Rs 2.10 crore net in India across 1,471 shows on Day 8, taking its total India net collection to Rs 47.30 crore and gross collection to Rs 55 crore.

Small and midcap indices post worst weekly decline in two years

Mid-cap and small-cap stocks in India have faced major declines, indicating a shift in market sentiment. The Nifty MidCap 150 and Small-cap 250 indices reported their worst weekly…

2 outletsMutual Funds

If Zerodha Disappeared And He Had Just Rs 10 Lakh, What Would Nikhil Kamath Do?

"Making content is one of the few things where anybody can do it. There is no cost attached doing it in the beginning," he said.

Why is El Niño 2026 a crucial case for India’s thermal assets?

Hydropower generation typically peaks during June–October, but it fell by 16% in 2026, and the entire shortfall was made up by thermal generation

'Ramayana' needs ₹5,000 crore to break even? The box office numbers explained

With its Diwali release approaching, the film’s reported Rs 2,000-crore budget has raised questions about how much it needs to earn to recover its investment and generate profits

Five Indian stocks offering dividend yields up to 10%

While trailing dividend yields offer an easy way to spot income opportunities, one-off special payouts, corporate demergers, and unsustainable payout ratios mean investors must…

Corporate Actions

Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Open Or Closed Across India On October 24?

Banks across India are closed on October 24, 2026, due to the fourth-Saturday holiday. Branch services and cheque clearing may be affected, while UPI, mobile banking and internet…

BT Explainer: Silver prices fall below ₹2 lakh: Should silver ETF investors buy more, hold or sell?

With silver prices under pressure from global economic uncertainty and rising interest-rate concerns, investors face a difficult choice between buying the dip and limiting further…

Private sector activity hits four month high in October

India's private sector activity experienced significant growth in October, reaching a four-month high as new orders increased. The HSBC Flash India Composite Purchasing Managers'…

Friday, 23 October 2026

The Hidden Cost Of Moving To A City | The Reason Why

The Household Travel Survey 2025-26 shows how walking, cycling and urban-rural differences shape monthly commuting costs across India.

Apple India revenue grows 32% to cross ₹1 trillion mark in FY26: Tofler

iPhone maker Apple's India revenue grew by over 32 per cent to Rs 1,04,607 crore in FY26, according to the document shared by market intelligence firm Tofler. The company recorded…

Quarterly Results

Tata Sons listing row: What Parsi, Zoroastrian groups want PM Modi to protect

The community organisations' letter adds another dimension to the debate, framing the issue as one involving not only corporate governance and regulatory requirements but also the…

Governance

Tumultuous week: Midcaps and smallcaps suffer worst losses in 20 months

Midcap and smallcap stocks posted their worst weekly losses in 20 months, falling 5.6% and 7.3%, respectively, as rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions rattled markets.

Why Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Is Still On The Bench? India Coach Explains

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has urged fans to be patient with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying the growing 'must play' calls are not good for the teenager's development.

Jana Small Finance Bank Q2 profit jumps 127%, raises FY27 growth outlook

Jana Small Finance Bank reported a 127% year-on-year rise in Q2 profit to Rs 170 crore, supported by business growth, higher margins and improved gross asset quality. The bank…

2 outletsQuarterly Results

'AI Agents Could Outnumber Humans': Mike Walsh Explains India's Big Opportunity

At NDTV World Summit 2026, Mike Walsh discussed AI agents, human decision-making, manufacturing and the potential value of digital labour for businesses.

Kolkata More Polluted Than Delhi, Mumbai? Indian Cities Feature In Global Pollution Top 10 List Today

IQAir's live ranking puts Dakar and Lahore ahead of Kolkata, while Delhi and Mumbai also feature among the world's 10 most polluted cities.

Mumbai FDA Crackdown: Best Canteen In Borivali, Instakart Services In Bhandup Lose Licences After Inspections

Maharashtra FDA's enforcement drive targeted food safety violations, with 32.639 tonnes seized in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar and 2,908 kg in Nashik.

Govt bonds log worst losing streak in 30 years as crude, US yields rise

Indian government bond yields rose for a tenth straight week as elevated crude prices and US yields weighed on sentiment, while forex reserves fell $65 billion over six weeks

Italian fashion brand OVS plans 11 stores by 2028, faster growth from 2029

Italian fashion retailer OVS plans to have 11 stores in India by 2028 before accelerating expansion from 2029, focusing on metros and tier-one markets as it assesses demand.

MPW: Indian women entrepreneurs are excelling despite challenges, says Nitin Gadkari

From space to infrastructure, women business leaders are contributing across key sectors.

Infrastructure