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Modi forgetting dignity of his office, stoking regional divide for electoral mileage: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

INDIA

Modi forgetting dignity of his office, stoking regional divide for electoral mileage: Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Sharing a video of Modi’s speech from a rally in Chhapra on Thursday, Stalin said the Prime Minister “often forgets” that his position requires him to serve all citizens of India

Q2 Results Highlights: Patanjali Foods net profit rises 67% to Rs 517 crore, revenue up 21%

BUSINESS

Q2 Results Highlights: Patanjali Foods net profit rises 67% to Rs 517 crore, revenue up 21%

Q2 Results 2025: Around 76 companies are announcing results for the second quarter of the financial year 2026 today

SEBI chief says 'cannot just shut down weekly F&O expiries'; BSE stock erases day's losses

BUSINESS

SEBI chief says 'cannot just shut down weekly F&O expiries'; BSE stock erases day's losses

Tuhin Kanta Pandey said the market regulator is collecting data related to F&O trading

In major Make in India push, L&T and General Atomics affiliate to make advanced drones for armed forces

BUSINESS

In major Make in India push, L&T and General Atomics affiliate to make advanced drones for armed forces

The pact will deliver combat-proven RPAS platforms build entirely in India, with critical technology transfers that will meet localized procurement norms as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.

List of NDA's big promises in Bihar election manifesto: Defence corridor, mega skill centres, world-class medical city

INDIA

List of NDA's big promises in Bihar election manifesto: Defence corridor, mega skill centres, world-class medical city

We provided jobs and employment opportunities in Bihar and will continue to do so in the future. We have prioritised farmers, women, the Dalit community, and all other sections of society, says Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

‘He was the family’s pride’: Social media posts on Amazon layoffs reveal shock, heartbreak as employees, families hit

BUSINESS

‘He was the family’s pride’: Social media posts on Amazon layoffs reveal shock, heartbreak as employees, families hit

Amazon’s latest 14,000 job cuts have reignited fears of job insecurity as a Bengaluru user’s viral post captures the personal toll of corporate layoffs.

Swiggy shares rise 2.5% as Q2 loss narrows sequentially on robust quick commerce growth

BUSINESS

Swiggy shares rise 2.5% as Q2 loss narrows sequentially on robust quick commerce growth

Swiggy share price: Global brokerage CLSA gave an 'Outperform' call with target price of Rs 493 per share and said Q2 has been 'mixed' with Instamart's margin gains but slower order growth

Bihar polls: NDA releases election manifesto 'Sankalp Patra'; promises over 1 crore govt jobs

INDIA

Bihar polls: NDA releases election manifesto 'Sankalp Patra'; promises over 1 crore govt jobs

Voting for the 243-seat Bihar Assembly will be held in two phases on November 6 and 11, with the counting set to take place on November 14

Ford to sign MoU with Tamil Nadu government to re-open engine plant in Chennai, create over 600 jobs

BUSINESS

Ford to sign MoU with Tamil Nadu government to re-open engine plant in Chennai, create over 600 jobs

The automaker will invest Rs 3,250 crore in its Chennai facility to manufacture advanced powertrain engines, with production expected to begin in 2029.

Snapmint raises $125 mn from General Atlantic, Kae Capital, and others

BUSINESS

Snapmint raises $125 mn from General Atlantic, Kae Capital, and others

The Mumbai-based fintech will use the fresh capital to scale its EMI-on-UPI offering and grow its merchant network across India.

Nifty under 25,900, Sensex swings between gains and losses amid caution

BUSINESS

Nifty under 25,900, Sensex swings between gains and losses amid caution

Indian markets opened lower on October 31 amid weak global cues, FII selling. The Nifty 50 opened under 25,900, while the Sensex flat in the red.

Rupee opens 9 paise up at 88.61/USD on Asian cues

BUSINESS

Rupee opens 9 paise up at 88.61/USD on Asian cues

Asian currencies were mostly higher on Friday, with the offshore Chinese yuan at 7.11 to the U.S. dollar

‘I still shudder’: Hardeep Singh Puri calls 1984 riots India’s darkest chapter, blames Congress for enabling violence

INDIA

‘I still shudder’: Hardeep Singh Puri calls 1984 riots India’s darkest chapter, blames Congress for enabling violence

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri calls the 1984 anti-Sikh riots one of India’s darkest chapters, accusing Congress leaders of enabling and protecting mobs.

Live: Is Nifty likely to stay in profit-booking mode? | Opening Bell

BUSINESS

Live: Is Nifty likely to stay in profit-booking mode? | Opening Bell

Nifty failed to hold the 25,900 mark, slipping 176 points as nearly 40 stocks ended in the red. Pharma stocks led the drag, with all sectoral indices closing lower and financials and healthcare among the worst hit. Despite the weakness, midcap and smallcap indices outperformed the benchmark with marginal losses. Meanwhile, Lenskart’s Rs 7,278 crore IPO opens today. This morning, global cues were mxed. US markets ended lower overight as investors digested batch of big tech earnings. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific markets started the day largely higher as US reached trade deal with China, prompting Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi at record high levels. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Raja Venkatraman, Co-Founder, NeoTrader & Trading Influencer and Anshul Saigal, Market Expert.

Breaking News Live: Ukraine drone strikes hit deep into Russia; PM Modi invokes Patel legacy on Unity Day

INDIA

Breaking News Live: Ukraine drone strikes hit deep into Russia; PM Modi invokes Patel legacy on Unity Day

Delhi’s AQI improves, cloud seeding paused; Trump-Xi strike trade truce at APEC; US probes BLM finances; Delhi relaxes vehicle NOC norms; CBSE unveils 2026 exam dates; ISIS fighter arrested in Afghanistan.

Lenskart IPO opens for subscription; should you apply? Check GMP, other key details

BUSINESS

Lenskart IPO opens for subscription; should you apply? Check GMP, other key details

Lenskart IPO shares are expected to be allotted to investors by November 6, while the listing is scheduled to take place on both NSE and BSE on November 10.

GIFT Nifty implies cautious start, further profit-booking on the cards? Levels to watch on October 31

BUSINESS

GIFT Nifty implies cautious start, further profit-booking on the cards? Levels to watch on October 31

GIFT Nifty hinted at a flat-to-positive start for Indian markets on Friday, with investors eyeing global cues, rupee movement, and key Q2 earnings.

Gold, silver rates today on October 31 in India: Gold loses sheen, silver declines further - See city-wise price list

BUSINESS

Gold, silver rates today on October 31 in India: Gold loses sheen, silver declines further - See city-wise price list

Gold, silver rates on October 31 in India: This week, bullion has fallen over 2% and is heading for its second consecutive weekly loss.

MTAR Technologies shares hit 52-week high on winning international order

BUSINESS

MTAR Technologies shares hit 52-week high on winning international order

MTAR Technologies share price | The company bagged an order of Rs 263.54 crore from an international customer.

Bharat Electronics shares gain on orders win of Rs 732 crore

BUSINESS

Bharat Electronics shares gain on orders win of Rs 732 crore

Bharat Electronics Share Price |

Bihar Elections Live: In Siwan, Yogi Adityanath labels Shahabuddin’s son and RJD candidate a 'khandani mafia'

INDIA

Bihar Elections Live: In Siwan, Yogi Adityanath labels Shahabuddin’s son and RJD candidate a 'khandani mafia'

NDA pledges Rs 50 lakh crore investment, seven expressways, and new metros in 4 cities

Lenskart IPO Day 1 GMP Live: Should you apply or skip? Check GMP, key risks and more

BUSINESS

Lenskart IPO Day 1 GMP Live: Should you apply or skip? Check GMP, key risks and more

Lenskart will not receive any proceeds from the Offer for Sale

Free Gemini for Jio users, Fed rate cut impact & how pensioners gain with Central pay revisions | MC Editor's Picks

PODCAST

Free Gemini for Jio users, Fed rate cut impact & how pensioners gain with Central pay revisions | MC Editor's Picks

From macroeconomic policy to corporate milestones, in this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks find analysis on US federal reserve rate cut, a report on buzzing deals in the banking sector, exclusive interviews with Groww’s leadership, Jio’s free access to Gemini Pro AI and how NVIDIA’s milestone market cap has made winners across the globe.

Stocks to Watch Today: Reliance, BEL, V2 Retail, MTAR, Associated Alcohols, Swiggy, Bandhan Bank, Manappuram, TD Power, United Spirits, Welspun Corp, Lodha in focus on 31 October

BUSINESS

Stocks to Watch Today: Reliance, BEL, V2 Retail, MTAR, Associated Alcohols, Swiggy, Bandhan Bank, Manappuram, TD Power, United Spirits, Welspun Corp, Lodha in focus on 31 October

Stocks to Watch, 31 October: Stocks like ITC, DLF, Dabur India, Swiggy, Bandhan Bank, United Spirits, TD Power Systems, Manappuram Finance, Gillette India, Welspun Corp, LT Foods, Lodha Developers, Pidilite Industries, Motilal Oswal Financial Services, Datamatics Global Services, Navin Fluorine International, and Reliance Industries will be in focus on October 31.

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