WORLD
Saudi Arabia bus crash: PM Modi expresses grief, says embassy providing all assistance
PM Modi expressed grief over the bus crash near Medina in which at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims, mostly from Telangana, are feared dead.
INDIA
Bomb threat issued to Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, actors Rajinikanth, Ajith Kumar; probe underway
The Cybercrime Wing has taken over the probe, attempting to track the origin of both the emails and the calls that followed. Meanwhile, police have increased surveillance at vulnerable spots as a precaution while the technical analysis continues.
WORLD
Saudi bus accident: Chilling video shows bus carrying 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims engulfed in flames
Saudi bus accident: At least 42 Indians are feared dead, most of them from Telangana, according to local media reports. The group was returning to Medina after offering Umrah prayers in Mecca when the accident happened.
BUSINESS
Kotak Mahindra Bank shares rise over 1% ahead of board meet to consider stock split
Kotak Mahindra Bank share gained 1.1% to Rs 2,103.10 on the NSE. It has advanced for two consecutive sessions.
TECHNOLOGY
Govt approves 17 projects under electronics component PLI scheme worth Rs 7,172 crore
The second tranche of approved applications include first ever optical transceiver manufacturing, PCB up to 40 layers, quartz crystal manufacturing among others
INDIA
RJD leader Madan Shah, who tore kurta, mourns RJD's loss in Bihar election:'My curse came true'
Madan Shah says he is still pained by the party's crushing defeat and alleges that a senior leader known as 'Chanakya' was intent on destroying the party.
BUSINESS
Adani Enterprises stock edges up on rights issue record date after early dip
Today's move in Adani Enterprises stock comes as the company readies its Rs 24,930-crore partly paid-up rights issue, with eligible shareholders determined based on today’s record date.
INDIA
India-China ties changed 'significantly' since Oct 2024, says Army Chief General Dwivedi
The Chief of Army said the two countries have agreed to continue talks and “constructively pursue the resolution of issues.”
BUSINESS
Gold rate on November 17: Yellow metal's prices drop; check rates for 24K, 22K gold in your city today
The fall in the gold and silver prices also comes amid rising expectation of no rate cut by the US Federal Reserve during its upcoming FOMC meeting in December.
BUSINESS
Fujiyama Power Systems IPO sees 2 times subscription on day 3; QIB portion booked 5x
Greater Noida-based Fujiyama Power Systems is a manufacturer of products and solution provider in the rooftop solar industry, including on-grid, off-grid and hybrid solar systems
INDIA
Saudi Arabia bus accident: Control room setup; PM, Modi, Jaishankar, Owaisi express shock - What we know so far
Our Embassy in Riyadh and Consulate in Jeddah are giving fullest support to Indian nationals and families affected by this accident, says Jaishankar on X.
BUSINESS
Retailers see strong post-Diwali momentum on tax relief, winter weddings: Report
The Centre’s tax changes, effectively waiving personal income tax for salaried individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh and reducing GST across most consumption items, have improved affordability.
INDIA
Shivakumar dismisses resignation rumours, calls himself 'disciplined soldier' of Congress
I have built this party and worked tirelessly day and night for it. I will continue to do so in the future. Our party will return to power in Karnataka in 2028, says Karnataka Deputy CM.
BUSINESS
Q2 results impact: Marico shares jump 3% as analysts see EBITDA growth in H2; should you buy, sell or hold?
Marico share price: JM Financial kept a ‘Buy’ call on the stock, and raised its target price to Rs 850 per share from Rs 825 per share.
BUSINESS
Bank Nifty hits fresh record high today, climbs above 59,000; strong technical momentum shows more upside
Bank Nifty hit a fresh record high again today, climbing above 58,900 for the first time. The advance comes after a steady upswing in the Bank Nifty over recent sessions, supported by sustained buying in heavyweight private lenders and firm sectoral sentiment.
INDIA
A look at Lalu Yadav's extensive family tree as pari-war intensifies
MARKETS
RBI's g-sec holdings rise, bond yields to stay rangebound: Report
Central government is likely to borrow around Rs 1 lakh crore every month until February 2026, with a smaller amount expected in March, a report said
BUSINESS
Sensex extends gain for 6th day, Nifty above 25,950; PSU banking stocks lead
Broader markets outperformed benchmarks even as investors shifted focus from earnings to upcoming India–US trade discussions.
BUSINESS
Tata Motors PV shares crash 6% today after weak Q2, JLR guidance cut; analysts flag margin, output pressures
Tata Motors share price crashed as much as 6% today as analysts weighed the depth of JLR’s disruption, the scale of the EBITDA loss, and a divided stance on the near-term recovery path.
TRENDS
Video of man dipping feet in UK's Thames is viral: 'Why are Indians doing this?'
Social media divided as experts warn Thames water is unsafe for bathing, citing high E. coli levels.
BUSINESS
Nifty Headed For All-Time Highs After Friday’s Late Recovery?| Opening Bell Live
The Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty ended the week (Nov 14) on a strong note, closing above the previous week’s highs with supportive technical and momentum signals. For the Nifty 50, sustaining above Friday’s peak near 26,000 could open the door to 26,100 and then 26,300, while key support lies at 25,800–25,700. Bank Nifty, meanwhile, must clear 58,600 for an upside toward 59,000 and fresh record territory, with 58,100–58,000 acting as immediate support. With earnings season behind us and Bihar polls out of the way, markets will track developments on the India–US trade deal. Stocks in focus today include Tata Motors (PV) post the JLR guidance cut, Max Healthcare, and IRB Infra. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Rajesh Palviya of Axis Securities and market veteran Ajay Bagga for the full market setup.
COMPANIES
SMBC open to bigger Yes Bank stake; plans for India unit under consideration: Report
The Japanese financial institution is the largest shareholder in Yes Bank after it acquired 24.99 percent stake in the domestic lender in September this year
INDIA
Karnataka's Rs 600cr plan for Bengaluru sweeping machines catches internet's attention; BJP smells 'massive scandal': 'Math isn't mathing'
Shobha Karandlaje said on X that the scale of spending raises “serious doubts” about who stands to gain from the inflated costs.
WORLD
Trump open to meeting Zohran Mamdani, says he’ll ‘work something out’
Trump has repeatedly targeted Mamdani on the campaign trail, branding the democratic socialist a “communist,” warning of New York’s collapse if he won, and even threatening to deport him despite Mamdani being a naturalised US citizen born in Uganda.
