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Saturday, 17 October 2026

InvoiceCloud strengthens global innovation hub in India with ₹350 cr

The digital billing and payments company will use the investment to expand teams, infrastructure, AI initiatives and product development at its India innovation hub

Infrastructure

How to buy the 'flying' Tesla Roadster? Reservations now open for Indian customers

The Elon Musk-owned company brought flying-car concepts a step closer to reality during a high-stakes demonstration at a SpaceX facility in McGregor, Texas, on October 15.

'Won't Let You Go Home': Supreme Court Pulls Up Centre Over Delhi HC Road Safety

The crossing, opposite the National Zoological Garden, has been on the court's radar since at least October 2025.

Nifty reclaims 200 WMA; eyes further gains as key resistance shapes next move

Indian equity markets rebounded 2.78%, with the Nifty reclaiming its crucial 200-week moving average. However, weak momentum indicators and overhead resistance warrant caution.…

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What is Boccia at Para Asian Games 2026? Rules, How To Play And Indian Participants

The sports ministry has cleared 168 athletes in a 281-member contingent, with boccia accounting for two athletes, Sachin Chamaria and Anjali Devi.

Railway PSU stocks derailed! RVNL, IRFC, IRCON, RITES to IRCTC down 60% in yr- What went wrong? Experts explain

Railway PSU stocks have fallen sharply after valuations outpaced fundamentals. Experts cite slowing growth, squeezed margins and weak order conversion—not a lack of railway…

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BEL Q2 results 2026 date out | Market sees up to 16% YoY revenue growth, defence order may drop — share outlook in focus

BEL Q2 results 2026: Kotak Securities has predicted a 16% YoY revenue growth at ₹6,720 crore, whereas Elara Securities has estimated a 12% YoY recenue growth at ₹6,487 crore

Defence

The New Hybrid Renault Duster Comes With A 30% Fuel Savings Pitch, Starting Price Of Rs 16.99 Lakh

Renault India expects hybrid and CNG vehicles to contribute up to 50% of its powertrain mix in 2-3 years. Its new Duster Strong Hybrid claims 29 kmpl mileage, while the company…

10 smallcap stocks surge up to 65% in 3 months despite market weakness

Despite a nearly 4% decline in the Nifty 50 over three months, several Nifty Smallcap 250 stocks have rallied sharply. Cupid led with 66% gains, followed by Sterlite Technologies…

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Who is Ankit Jain? Former Dyson India MD’s startup Foundry raises ₹12 crore in a pre-seed funding round

Former Dyson India MD Ankit Jain’s startup Foundry has raised ₹12 crore in pre-seed funding. The premium home appliance company plans to launch its first kitchen products in the…

10 IT stocks add Rs 2,75,000 crore in m-cap in best week in 18 years; here's why

Data showed the market capitalisation of 10 IT stocks jumped 12.13 per cent YoY to Rs 25.41 lakh crore on Friday from Rs 22.66 lakh crore a week ago, up Rs 2.75 lakh crore.

FSSAI initiates legal action against Priyagold maker over cattle feed bran

Food regulator FSSAI has initiated legal proceedings for prosecution against Surya Food & Agro for using cattle feed bran in manufacturing of Priyagold biscuits and for other…

Stock market holiday on Dussehra 2026? Are NSE, BSE open or closed for trading on October 20 Tuesday? Calendar

Indian markets will be closed on Tuesday, October 20, for Dussehra, with trading also shut on November 10 and 24 and December 25.

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Why Renault is betting on hybrids in EV ‘outlier’ India

Renault is looking to strong hybrids to bridge the gap between fuel efficiency and affordability in India, where buyers remain wary of EV charging constraints and upfront costs.

Energy Transition

F&O Talk: Nifty’s break above 23,450 could push index to 23,650; Sudeep Shah picks Tech Mahindra, TCS strategy

SBI Securities’ Sudeep Shah sees scope for Nifty’s recovery if it holds 22,750, with IT, private banks and media leading. He flags key resistance levels, banking earnings…

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AI rally loses momentum in emerging markets: Where could investors look next?

Emerging-market AI stocks are losing momentum after a strong rally, prompting investors to look beyond technology for their next investment opportunities, according to Jefferies.…

Quarterly Results

8 small, midcap stocks with upside potential of up to 50%. How many are in your portfolio?

PL Capital remains cautious after the Nifty’s eight-week losing streak, warning against expectations of a V-shaped recovery. Despite market uncertainty, the brokerage favours…

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25 Year Old Redditor Earning Rs 1.6 Lakh Per Month Reveals How She Plans To Save Rs 1 Crore In 5 Years

According to the post, the user currently invests across a range of assets. These include mutual funds, gold, RD and FD.

A Third Of Mumbai's Water Never Reaches Taps. Here's How BMC Plans To Fix It

Mumbai needs about 4,600 million litres a day (MLD) but receives about 4,100 MLD.

ETMarkets Smart Talk | Manufacturing, healthcare and financialisation could create India’s next wealth creators: Sanjay Doshi

Abakkus Mutual Fund’s Sanjay Doshi sees opportunities across market capitalisations, despite elevated mid- and smallcap valuations. He urges investors to prioritise sustainable…

Mutual Funds

Why India's steel demand is defying global weakness

India’s steel prices are rising despite weak global markets, supported by infrastructure spending, manufacturing growth and higher input costs. While Chinese oversupply pressures…

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Election Commission transfers around 20 CEOs in 20 months amid SIR, changes seen in Nirwachan Sadan, Delhi EC: Report

The Election Commission transferred nearly 18 to 20 state and Union Territory poll chiefs during the ongoing electoral roll revision. The churn coincided with senior-level…

Rupee gains 1.9% in a week, closes at 94.71: Is RBI’s currency defence finally working?

The RBI has adopted a multi-layered strategy to support the rupee, combining direct intervention in spot and forward markets, regulatory action, liquidity measures and steps to…

Monetary Policy

$60 billion in 6 weeks: RBI's rupee defence comes at a cost

Reserve drain Forex reserves fall to $726 b on Oct 9 from $785.7 b on Sept 4, with latest reporting week alone showing a depletion of $8.58 b

Defence

Aadhaar, UPI put India among World’s Top 10 reform success stories: CareEdge report

Aadhaar system covers more than 1.3 billion people, representing approximately 95% of the population. Meanwhile, UPI processes more than 13 billion transactions every month…

IT's time to celebrate when chips are down; Nifty IT soars 11.7% to log biggest weekly rally since 2008

The Indian IT sector experienced an impressive surge, achieving its highest weekly increase in 18 years, driven by unexpectedly strong quarterly results from companies like…

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Audi India launches new Q3 at Rs 51.99 lakh; eyes 15% share of India’s luxury car market in 3-5 years

Audi India plans to expand its showroom network from 28 currently to around 40 by the end of 2027 and cross 50 by 2030.

Quarterly Results

'Time to make issue resonate internationally': YouTuber Dhruv Rathee calls London protest over 'vote chori'

Rathee announced the demonstration a week after Delhi Police detained him in Gurugram ahead of a protest at Jantar Mantar over the allegations.

Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Open Or Closed On Saturday, Oct 17? Check Here

Banks will remain closed in Agartala on October 17 for Maha Saptami. The RBI calendar lists no festival holiday for 33 other banking centres. Check the complete list here.

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Veteran BJP Leader LK Advani Admitted To Delhi Hospital With Chest Infection

Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, aged 98, is hospitalised at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital in Delhi with a chest infection. His condition remains stable under medical…