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Monday, 12 October 2026

10 Cities With The Worst Traffic In The World: 2 Indian Cities On The List and Mumbai Is Not One of them

Take a look at the cities with the worst traffic in the world in 2026. There are two Indian cities on the list and Mumbai is not one of them.

Oil prices, yields among key factors behind Sensex's 800 pts intraday fall

VK Vijayakumar said that market is going through a stage wherein external headwinds are dominating domestic tailwinds. Elevated crude prices & high bond yields will continue to…

Q2 results 2026: Can corporate earnings halt Sensex, Nifty sell-off? Experts decode

Q2 results 2026: Indian equity markets came under intense selling pressure on Monday, with the Sensex and Nifty dropping more than 1,200 points from their intraday highs.

Quarterly Results

Another Support Gives Way: Why Nifty Cracking Below 22,400 Spells Trouble

After 24,000, 23,000 and 22,500, the index has lost another floor as foreign selling accelerates and crude stays firmly in $100-105 a barrel range.

He Started A Menswear Brand Online In 2018. Today, It's Worth Rs 211 Crore

Since its launch, KISAH now operates 14 stores and reportedly clocked Rs 65 crore in revenue in FY26.

Gold ETF inflows hit 7-month high in Sept despite 5% fall in bullion

Gold ETF inflows rose to about ₹4,500 crore, among the highest in recent times, which reflects a steady, allocation-led approach to commodities amid global uncertainty.

How A Pizza Delivery Boy Turned A Frustrating Mumbai Traffic Jam Into A Business Idea

For Gaurav Londhe, a pizza delivery worker in Mumbai, a chaotic evening led to a business idea and became Traffic Vada Pav.

INS Mangrol Commissioned: What To Know About India’s New Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft

The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol in Mumbai on October 12, 2026. Built in Kochi with over 80% indigenous content, the anti-submarine craft strengthens coastal defence…

Defence

Google DeepMind's Lila Ibrahim Explains How AI Will Help Indian Farmers, Sees It Giving Jowar Research A Boost

Sorghum provides food, fuel and livestock feed for more than 500 million people globally, yet farmers face mounting challenges from drought, disease and climate-related pressures.

Mahindra XUV 3XO Launch: CNG Variant Teased; Expected Price, Features, Colour And What To Expect

Mahindra launched the XUV 3XO, featuring turbo-petrol and diesel engines, twin HD screens, six airbags, Level 2 ADAS, a Skyroof and premium interiors. The compact SUV offers…

Market rerating needs earnings upgrades; buy in phases: Axis Direct CEO

He expects markets to go through a consolidation phase before a sustained recovery, advising investors to deploy money gradually over the next two to three quarters.

Quarterly Results

Sensex, Nifty slide despite ₹ relief: Why markets are falling; analyst views, targets

The BSE Sensex tanked 1,039 points from day's high of 72,884 to a low of 71,845, with Nifty now quoting 140 points, or 0.63 per cent, lower at 22,379.60.

Delhi Police denotifies Jantar Mantar as protest site, designates 3 alternative venues

The move marks a significant change in Delhi's protest arrangements, with Jantar Mantar no longer designated as a venue for demonstrations under the revised order

Why flexible office space providers are grabbing centre stage

While supply remains fragmented, scale, landlord relationships and locked-in future supplies are the key differentiators for listed flex operators like WeWork India Management…

Why is stock market down today? Sensex, Nifty 50 crash - Top 3 factors behind stock market decline explained

The Sensex crashed more than 600 points, or nearly 1%, to an intraday low of 71,845, while the NSE counterpart Nifty 50 dropped 0.75% to touch the day's low of 22,352.

New India Assurance Shares Surge 14%, Extend Gains For Second Session

New India Assurance shares extended their recovery for a second session on Oct. 12, rising 16.20% over the past week as the Nifty 500 declined 0.50%. The stock’s five-year return…

FIIs cut stakes in 12 stocks in September quarter; shares fall up to 27% in 3 months

FIIs reduced stakes in 36 of 68 BSE 500 companies reporting September-quarter shareholding data. Twelve stocks fell up to 27% over three months as foreign investors trimmed…

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Up 50% in 6 months! Small-cap stock Aye Finance rises today despite weak market - Q2 business update, share price return

Small-cap NBFC stock Aye Finance climbed nearly 4% in intraday trade on the BSE on Monday, 12 October, despite weak stock market sentiment. The stock has jumped nearly 50% in the…

Quarterly Results

FII ownership hits 17-year low, but foreign holdings in Indian equities rise 3.6 times to $783 billion: Report

Foreign investor ownership in Indian equities has fallen to a 17-year low of 15.1%, but the absolute value of holdings has risen to around $783 billion. OmniScience Capital…

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AMC stocks draw attention despite weak Nifty 50 returns; Abakkus’ debut adds to the buzz

Despite a 14% drop in the Nifty 50 this year, Indian AMC stocks show stark divergence—some gaining up to 23% while others tumble over 30%.

Mutual Funds

Power utility stock jumps 5% as ₹472 crore order win boosts company's order book close to ₹4000 crore

The power utility stock today opened with an upside gap at ₹747 apiece on the BSE and soon touched an intraday high of ₹789 per share, clocking an intraday rise of around 5%

Order Wins & Contracts

INR vs USD: RBI's rupee support move shows results as Indian currency jumps 1% post dollar-demand curbs: Investors guide

The rupee surged nearly 1% after the RBI introduced steps to redirect oil companies’ dollar purchases and curb corporate demand for forward dollars. Analysts expect near-term…

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Aeroflex Industries shares hit a record high, up over 100% in 6 months - Why is the stock rising? Should investors buy?

Aeroflex Industries shares jumped as much as 15% in intraday trade on the BSE on Monday, 12 October, to hit a record high of ₹599.70. The stock has surged over 100% in the last…

Three Packages, One Year, Rupee Still 4% Weaker: Can RBI's Hedging Curbs Break The Pattern?

The RBI rolls out its third intervention this year to defend the rupee, but persistent macro headwinds suggest the relief may just be borrowed time.

Aeroflex Industries shares rally 13% ahead of key board meeting on expansion plans

Aeroflex Industries shares surged nearly 13% as investors awaited the October 14 board meeting to discuss expansion plans and capacity enhancements. The stock has gained over 200%…

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Swan Defence shares rise 4% to hit 52-week high on Rs 1,897 crore tanker order prospect

Swan Defence and Heavy Industries shares rose after the company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 1,897 crore order to build four medium-range product tankers. The proposed…

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Stabilising the rupee: RBI measures may buy more time but more structural steps required

The latest measures by RBI, which includes a special window for public sector oil companies to meet their daily dollar needs directly from RBI through designated banks, and…

Why is market falling today? Sensex slumps over 500 points, Nifty below 22,400. 5 key factors behind selloff

The Indian stock market saw a downturn as both Sensex and Nifty lost previously gained ground. Market confidence was shaken by ongoing FII selling and increasing bond yields. Tech…

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Surge in online scams forces 72% of Indians to alter digital behaviour, GSMA flags trust deficit

"As India sets a lofty vision for its digital economy and aims to lead in 6G, more than two-thirds of citizens are concerned about being online and are moderating their…

Morgan Stanley sees double-digit returns for Indian REITs; ups Mindspace target, downgrades Embassy, Brookfield shares

Citing Nasscom estimates, the brokerage said India's GCC base could expand around 1.4 times by FY30, supporting office demand. However, rising office supply and interest rate…