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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex down 500pts, Nifty tests 22,600; VIX rises 6%

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Thursday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap fell 1.04 per cent and 0.91 per cent, respectively

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex rebounds 300 pts from day's low; KEI Ind, M&M Fin lead MidCap losses

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Thursday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap fell 1.04 per cent and 0.91 per cent, respectively

'Exercise due caution': India warns citizens in France as violent protests prompt local curfews

The Indian embassy urged citizens in France to avoid protests and crowded areas. Fresh demonstrations and a nationwide strike have prompted heightened security measures.

Top stocks to watch today: Swiggy, Adani Green, Eternal, GMDC, BEL shares in focus on Thurs, 22 Oct | Full list

Top stocks to watch today: Swiggy, Adani Energy, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation, GMDC, Reliance Industries, Eternal, Indian Hotels are among the shares that will remain in focus…

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Anthropic opens ₹3.26 crore job for human writers; experts say it's a ‘premium on judgment’

Anthropic wants a candidate with at least eight years of experience who can quickly digest technical concepts, sharpen executive thinking, and maintain composure during breaking…

Midcaps enter ‘correction’ as sell-off deepens

Indian equities, especially the Nifty Midcap 150 index, have recently slipped into correction territory as valuations soar. The small-cap and micro-cap indices are mirroring this…

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BT BIG STORY: India has failed to build an ecosystem of battery cells. Can a new PLI change this?

With the earlier ₹18,100-crore PLI scheme yet to deliver at scale, India is betting on another incentive package to fix its battery-cell supply chain.

Energy Transition

Diwali Muhurat trading 2026: Can one special session make a difference to your investment returns?

According to a historical performance covering 20 Muhurat trading sessions, the Nifty 50 closed higher in 14 years and lower in six.

Car loan EMI is only the beginning: What it really costs to own a luxury car

A luxury car’s price tag and monthly EMI reveal only part of the financial commitment, with insurance, fuel, servicing and repairs adding significantly to the bill. Here’s how the…

Sundaram MF enters SIF space; Choice MF launches first active equity fund

Sundaram MF enters the SIF segment, Choice MF launches its first active equity scheme, while Edelweiss Alternative Asset Advisors sets a ₹1,585-1,665 price band for its ₹1,200…

Mutual Funds

Piyush Goyal To Visit Germany, Netherlands From Oct 22-27 For Boosting Trade, Investment Ties

Goyal will be accompanied by around 100 business leaders and entrepreneurs in Germany and the Netherlands.

India Tour Of New Zealand 2026: Full Schedule, Dates, Timings And Venues

Twelve matches, three formats and two months of cricket — here is the complete schedule for India's tour of New Zealand.

PC Jeweller share price to be in focus as Q2 net profit jumps 58%; can the stock extend its 482% rally in 3 years?

PC Jeweller reported a 58% year-on-year rise in Q2FY27 net profit to ₹331 crore and 28% revenue growth to ₹1,054 crore. EBITDA rose 74%, with margins improving to 29.3%. The…

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Trade Setup For Oct. 22: Nifty Support Slips To 22,700, Analysts Flag Sideways Drift Till 23,000

Nifty's immediate support has now shifted lower to the 22,650-22,700 zone from 22,800 in the previous session, making this range crucial for the index to hold in the coming…

CISF Seizes US Dollars Worth Rs 1.13 Crore From Two Passengers at Kolkata Airport

Customs authorities are reviewing a currency seizure after passengers allegedly hid the money in hand baggage before boarding a Bangkok-bound Bhutan Airlines flight. Legal action…

Infrastructure

IT stocks gain ₹77,000 crore in value as banking shares weigh on Nifty

IT stocks gained ₹77,000 crore in market value, cushioning the Nifty's 0.34% decline on Wednesday, while banking and financial stocks lost around ₹81,000 crore amid rising bond…

Who is Dhruv Toshniwal? The Pant Project raises ₹109 cr as menswear brand plans major retail expansion

Dhruv Toshniwal's The Pant Project has raised ₹109 crore in a Series B funding round led by Mirae Asset Venture Investments. The menswear brand plans to expand its stores, add new…

Most dangerous roads in Delhi: Would you travel on these stretches?

Mathura Road, Outer Ring Road and Grand Trunk Road are among Delhi's 'most' dangerous stretches, says new data shared by Delhi's Traffic Police. These are some of Delhi's busiest…

Mumbai's 101 Fire Helpline Faces Glitches: 5 Backup Numbers You Should Know

Mumbai's fire brigade has announced five alternative contact numbers for emergencies as recurring technical glitches affect the MTNL-operated 101 helpline.

'Impact has been very limited': MeitY on eMudhra security incident, says Indian DSC and eSign unaffected

The issue came to light after researchers identified weak cryptographic keys in eight intermediate digital certificates linked to eMudhra.

Big Boost For Mumbai: Sion, Vidyavihar And Goregaon Flyovers To Open Tomorrow - Check Photos

From the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road flyover to key railway bridge upgrades, the BMC has outlined major infrastructure developments that will be inaugurated by Devendra Fadnavis.

Infrastructure

Prosus-backed Ixigo aims to lead India's budget-to-mid hotel OTA market

Ixigo aims to become India's largest budget-to-mid-market hotel booking platform in four to five years, with plans to grow the business by over 100% in the next four quarters.

KENT RO invests ₹250 crore in new lithium battery and inverter business

KENT RO's new energy division has an annual capacity of 3.5 GWh at its Noida plant, with plans to expand to 10 GWh in six months as it enters the energy storage market

Energy Transition

PC Jewellers Q2 Results: Net profit shoots up 58% to Rs 331 crore; company says it is now debt-free

PC Jewellers Ltd has achieved an impressive 58 percent growth in net profit for Q2 of the 2026-27 fiscal year, driven by sales that surged beyond Rs 1,054 crore. The company is…

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Buying An iPhone In India? Apple Now Allows Just 2 Units Per Customer Across Models

Apple’s online store in India now allows only two iPhones per customer, across all models. The limit comes just before the iPhone Duo goes on sale on October 23.

VinFast Patents Another Electric Scooter In India Ahead Of Two-Wheeler Entry

VinFast's latest patent drawings suggest 14-inch wheels, telescopic front forks and twin rear shock absorbers, while its India launch timeline and scooter pricing remain…

Why festive sales are losing their sparkle this year

Higher smartphone prices and cautious spending weigh on festive e-commerce, even as quick commerce expands and premium products gain traction in India’s smaller cities.

Rupee rises 46 paise to 94.45 on India-US trade deal hopes; oil prices cap gains

The rupee gained 46 paise to 94.45 against the dollar on optimism over a potential India-US trade deal and RBI measures. However, elevated crude prices, foreign outflows and…

Mahindra Holidays & Resorts Q2 profit rises 16.4% to ₹19.71 crore

The company's net profit was ₹16.93 crore during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year, Mahindra Holidays & Resorts India said in a regulatory filing

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FADA Festive Sales: PV Registrations Sink 22% To 1.83 Lakh Units In Subdued Navratri, EV Retails Jump 27%

Passenger vehicle registrations fell nearly 22% during Navratri 2026, while overall vehicle registrations declined 6.52% year on year. Electric vehicle retail sales bucked the…

Energy Transition