ECONOMY
RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra expects interest rates to stay low for 'long period'
Malhotra said the RBI's economic forecast had not taken into account the potential effect of trade agreements currently under negotiation
INDIA
'Return our votes first': Bihar's male villagers refuse to return dole for women
Our votes led to NDA victory, but once in power, the government is exerting pressure on us to recover the money, says villager.
INDIA
India approaches WTO over EU's imposition of tariffs on ferro-alloy products: Report
The development comes even as India has been unable to strike a deal with the US over trade issues between the two nations
BUSINESS
Another day another low, rupee opens at 91.08 against the dollar
The rupee has slipped 5.97% this year, making it the worst performing currency in Asia followed by the Indonesian rupiah, down 3.53%, and the Philippine peso, which has declined 1.37%
BUSINESS
TCS secures $1 billion Telefónica UK mandate, revives large-deal pipeline
Telefónica UK, the British subsidiary of Spanish telecom major Telefónica, operates the O2 mobile brand
WORLD
US travel ban now covers 39 countries: Here's the full and partial restrictions list
This marks the third travel ban imposed by Trump, following a similar order in 2017 that faced protests and legal challenges but was ultimately upheld by the US Supreme Court.
WORLD
Trump condemns Sydney Hanukkah event shooting, slams ‘radical Islamic terrorism’: 'All nations must stand together...'
The Republican urged that all nations must stand together against the evil forces of radical Islamic terrorism
BUSINESS
Apple in preliminary discussions to package iPhone chips in India: Report
If finalised, such an arrangement would be a notable boost for India’s fast-evolving semiconductor ecosystem.
BUSINESS
Nifty At Risk Of Deeper Correction Below 25,900? | Opening Bell Live
Nifty 50 failed to sustain above the key psychological 26,000 mark and closed 0.64% lower on December 16. The index was unable to register a decisive close above its falling resistance trendline and ended the session below short-term moving averages, highlighting continued weakness among bulls and the persistence of a lower high–lower low formation. Experts say as long as the index remains below 26,100, consolidation is likely to continue, with immediate support seen around the 25,750 zone. However, a convincing move above 26,100 could open the door for a rebound toward the 26,200–26,300 levels. In stocks to watch today, gas companies will be in focus after the PNGRB notified a uniform natural gas tariff structure. The Centre is divesting up to a 3% stake in Indian Overseas Bank via an OFS, while Ola Electric will be in focus after founder Bhavish Aggarwal sold a 0.6% stake through bulk deals to repay promoter-level loans. Catch Nandita Khemka in conversation with Mayuresh Joshi, Director – Research at Marketsmithindia.com, and Ruchit Jain, Vice President – Technical Research at Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
BUSINESS
SC grants bail to DHFL's Kapil and Dheeraj Wadhawan in Rs 34,000-crore bank scam case
The court said 'bail is the rule and jail is an exception' under Indian laws and it is etched in the ethos of the country's criminal jurisprudence
INDIA
Shashi Tharoor invokes ‘Ram ka naam badnam na karo’ song to slam govt over move to rename MGNREGA | Watch
While speaking in the Lok Sabha against the bill, Tharoor objected to the “ill-advised decision” to drop Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the MGNREGA scheme
WORLD
Bondi shooter Sajid Akram from Hyderabad, had limited family ties, never returned after father’s death
Sajid was killed by police at the scene, while Naveed, who had been in a coma, regained consciousness on Wednesday and is expected to be questioned once medically cleared.
INDIA
Manipur: Fresh tension erupts along Bishnupur-Churachandpur border village, one injured
At around 8:30 pm on Tuesday, officials said, a number of unknown armed miscreants from Churachandpur side allegedly launched the attack at Torbung village
INDIA
Prime Minister Modi attends the official dinner banquet in Oman
PM Modi in Ethiopia news updates: This marks the 18th national legislature worldwide where he has delivered a speech.
BUSINESS
Ahluwalia Contracts shares gain 5% on order win worth Rs 888 crore
Ahluwalia Contracts Share Price | The share price rose more than 30 percent in last 9 months.
BUSINESS
ICICI Prudential AMC IPO allotment date today: How to check status online via registrar, NSE & BSE; Check latest GMP
ICICI Prudential AMC IPO shares will be listed on both NSE and BSE platforms on December 19, following a 39 times subscription to its Rs 10,603-crore issue.
BUSINESS
ICICI Prudential AMC IPO Allotment Status Live: ICICI Prudential AMC IPO allotment finalised - See direct links to check status
ICICI Prudential AMC IPO Allotment Status Latest News Today (December 18): One of the largest mainboard IPOs in recent times, the issue-valued at over Rs 10,000 crore-was subscribed 39.17 times overall.
PODCAST
Rupee hits record low, Indian exports beat tariff blow & the Creta-Sierra face-off | MC Editor's Picks
Moneycontrol decodes what the falling rupee means for markets and investors, while an expert shares his take on what to expect from the RBI to control the currency volatility. Learn about a high-frequency trading firm that has silently become one of India’s most powerful market players. Besides, find out how India’s trade with the US has grown in October despite the tariffs. From market trends, regulatory changes and the Bondi beach shooting tragedy - we have it all in the latest Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks. Plus, we also bring you the key voices from our Dezerv Wealth Summit held in Mumbai this week.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: HCLTech, Akzo Nobel, Kaynes Tech, Ahluwalia Contracts, Saregama, NBCC, IOB, Ola Electric, Nephrocare, Park Hospitals in focus on 17 December
Stocks to Watch, 17 December: Stocks like Akzo Nobel India, Kaynes Technology India, Ahluwalia Contracts, Saregama India, HCL Technologies, NBCC,Glenmark Pharma, Indian Overseas Bank, Sequent Scientific, Kajaria Ceramics, Ola Electric Mobility, Nephrocare Health Services, and Park Medi World will be in focus on December 17.
INDIA
Lionel Messi visits wildlife conservation centre Vantara in Jamnagar | In Pictures
Global football icon Lionel Messi made a special visit to Vantara, a wildlife rescue, rehabilitation and conservation centre founded by Anant Ambani
INDIA
Brij Bhushan Singh’s birthday gift draws attention: ₹1.25-crore racehorse added to Gonda stable
Unusually for an animal based in India, it also carries its own passport, enabling it to travel abroad for global competitions, a marker of its elite lineage.
SPORTS
Lucknow Super Giants spend Rs 8.6 crore on Josh Inglis, available for only four games
IPL Auction News: LSG’s aggressive pursuit reflected the franchise’s belief in Josh Inglis’s ability to make an immediate impact.
INDIA
Guided tours, traditional rituals and wildlife: How Lionel Messi spent time in Vantara
Messi, accompanied by his Inter Miami teammates Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, was welcomed in grand traditional style with vibrant folk music, a showering of flowers symbolising blessings and purity of intent, and a ceremonial aarti.
BUSINESS
Massachusetts Institute of Technology exits SBFC Finance, SBI MF picks up 1.4% stake in Pearl Global
Founder and promoter Bhavish Aggarwal sold 2.62 crore equity shares (equivalent to 0.59 percent of paid-up equity) in Ola Electric Mobility, the pure electric two-wheeler maker, for Rs 91.87 crore at Rs 34.99 per share.
