INDIA
Pappu Yadav backs Congress ahead of Bihar polls, accuses BJP and Chirag Paswan of sidelining Nitish Kumar
The independent MP alleged that the BJP and LJP are working strategically to weaken Nitish Kumar’s position within the NDA.
BUSINESS
LTIMindtree's Nachiket Deshpande steps down as AI services president
Deshpande will be exploring opportunities outside the company. He was critical in setting up the AI business services group that was instrumental in recent mega deal wins of the company
INDIA
‘Did artificial rain happen?’ AAP slams CM Rekha Gupta as BJP blames stubble burning, citizens flouting Diwali cracker rules
At 11 am on Tuesday, Delhi’s Air Quality Index stood at 359 -- categorised as “very poor” -- according to the Central Pollution Control Board.
BUSINESS
Muhurat Trading 2025: Markets extend gains as Sensex gains 63 points, Nifty closes above 25,850
Samvat 2082: Despite volatility, the hour-long trading session saw benchmark indices notch their highest close since September 2024.
INDIA
‘Consider breaking legs’: Pragya Thakur’s shocking remark on daughters visiting ‘Non-Hindus’ sparks row
Speaking at a religious event in Bhopal, Pragya Thakur said parents should “break the legs” of daughters who disobey them
BUSINESS
Samvat 2082 LIVE | Muhurat Trading LIVE | Diwali 2025 | Investment Strategies
The festival of lights - Diwali is being celebrated in India. Keeping with its annual tradition of marking the start of the new Hindu financial year (Samvat 2082), the BSE, National Stock Exchange (NSE), and Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) will conduct the special Diwali Muhurat trading session today. Decode the investment strategies for Samvat 2082. What are the stocks and sectors to watch out for and will Dalal Street shine bright in Samvat 2082? Moneycontrol gets you an idea of markets and insights
STOCKS
Samvat 2082: What To Expect In The New Year | Diwali Muhurat Trading
This year, the market had all the plot twists of a Bollywood saga — minus the happy ending. The broader NSE 500 delivered practically nothing, while the Nifty 50 delivered a 4% return over the past year. Now the big question — are we set for a reversal this year? At Moneycontrol, we spoke to a whole bunch of market veterans and here are some of the key takeaways.
INDIA
Day after Diwali, Delhi’s air turns toxic: A look at AQI levels in Lucknow, Bengaluru & other cities
Earlier, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoked Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR
ASSEMBLY-ELECTION
Mahagathbandhan vs Mahagathbandhan in Bihar: Allies RJD, Congress set to clash in 11 seats
Political observers are of the opinion that such internal face-offs could split the opposition vote, potentially benefiting the BJP-led NDA in several constituencies.
BUSINESS
Govardhan Puja 2025: Banks shut in select cities on Oct 21, digital services available
While physical branches will be shut, digital banking and payment services such as ATMs, mobile apps, and net banking will continue to operate normally, allowing customers to carry out transactions without interruption.
INDIA
Watch: BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in New Jersey celebrates Diwali with stunning fireworks
As fireworks brightened the night sky over the temple in Robbinsville, the community united in celebration of Diwali
INDIA
Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw meets DK Shivakumar amid face-off over Bengaluru infrastructure
The controversy stemmed from a X post in which the Biocon founder highlighted concerns over "poor roads" and the amount of garbage in Bengaluru during her business visit in the city.
INDIA
PM Modi’s Diwali letter draws on Lord Ram as inspiration for Operation Sindoor
BUSINESS
Muhurat Trading 2025 Date and Time: Markets to hold 1-hour Diwali session today
Investors and brokers see this day as an auspicious day to start new trades and secure the blessings of Goddess Laxmi, who is the god of wealth and prosperity
INDIA
BJP slams Udhayanidhi Stalin’s ‘for those with faith’ Diwali greeting
Stalin, son of Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin, said that many people seemed hesitant to extend Diwali greetings to him
INDIA
Live updates: India upgrades technical mission in Kabul to full embassy
Israel on Sunday launched several attacks on Gaza, in clear violation of the ceasefire deal, kiling at least 45 Palestinians, including children. Journalists and medical professionals were among those killed in the attacks. Israel also blocked the entry of humanitarian assistance into the famine-struck enclave.
INDIA
Bihar Election 2025 Live Updates: Prashant Kishor alleges BJP pressure on Jan Suraaj candidates
Assembly polls will be held in BIhar in two phases on November 6 and 11, with the results to be announced on November 14
INDIA
‘No such thing as friendly fight’: Chirag Paswan’s dig after RJD’s Bihar list
Polling for the Bihar elections will take place in two phases on November 6 and 11. The results will be announced on November 14
INDIA
Delhi AQI News Live: Delhi air pollution hits 4-year high on Diwali; PM2.5 peaks at 675
Delhi Air Pollution News Live: By 10 pm on Diwali, Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 344, falling in the ‘very poor’ category, according to official data.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch on Muhurat Trading day: Axis Bank, Marathon Nextgen, Geojit Financial, NSDL, Unimech Aerospace in focus on 21 October
Stocks to Watch, 21 October: Stocks like Geojit Financial Services, State Bank of India, National Securities Depository, Axis Bank, Marathon Nextgen Realty, Unimech Aerospace and Manufacturing, Bliss GVS Pharma, and South Indian Bank will be in focus on October 21.
TRENDS
Shehbaz Sharif’s Diwali greeting sparks backlash; netizens ask, “Are there any Hindus left in Pakistan?”
However, Sharif’s post quickly drew criticism from netizens, many of whom questioned whether his message held any meaning in a country where Hindus continue to face persecution.
BUSINESS
BNP Paribas Financial Markets acquires 1.9% stake in RBL Bank for Rs 377 crore
RBL Bank shares clocked 9 percent rally on Monday to close at Rs 326.65 with strong volumes after the Emirates NBD Bank received its board approval to acquire up to 60 percent equity stake in the bank by infusing up to Rs 26,850 crore.
BUSINESS
FIIs net buy Indian equities worth Rs 790 crore, DIIs buy Rs 2486 crore
For the year so far, FIIs have been net sellers of shares worth Rs 2.39 lakh crore, while DIIs have net bought shares worth Rs 6.03 lakh crore.
INDIA
Lokpal wants 7 high-end BMW cars worth Rs 70 lakh each, floats tenders
The Lokpal presently is a seven-member body with a chairperson and six other members.
