BUSINESS
Gold Loan Boom: Rs 14.5 lakh crore market spurs NBFCs to add 3,000 branches
Leading players such as Muthoot Finance, Muthoot Fincorp, IIFL Finance and Bajaj Finance are collectively expected to open around 1,800 branches
INDIA
‘Dhwaj Arohan at Rashtra Mandir Ram temple symbolises timeless values of Ram Rajya, victory of faith': Adityanath
Calling the Ram temple the “Rashtra Mandir”, UP CM Yogi Adityanath described the flag as representing the invincibility of truth, the immortality of faith and the resurgence of culture.
INDIA
Several flights cancelled as Ethiopian volcanic ash drifts towards India, here are the key developments
Ash cloud is about to enter Gujarat (West side) and move towards Rajasthan, northwest Maharashtra, Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab by 10 pm, according to reports.
WORLD
Sensex, Nifty open soft even as global tech rally lifts Asian markets
Global markets rally on rising expectations of a December Fed rate cut, but domestic indices open lower despite strength in Asian tech stocks.
BUSINESS
Accel partners with Google to deepen AI investment play
The two will together invest up to $2 million in at least 10 startups. Google will give founders another $350,000 in compute credits across Google Cloud, Gemini, and DeepMind
BUSINESS
Rupee opens 17 paise higher on RBI support, extends gains for second day
This is the second consecutive day when the central bank is expected to have seen in the market to support the local unit.
PODCAST
Nifty braces for volatility on F&O expiry day; RBI Governor’s rate cut signal & key stocks in focus | MC Market Minutes
Markets are likely to see a volatile session on monthly F&O expiry day after the Nifty slipped below 26,000, weighed by weakness in realty, metals and broader selling pressure. IT stocks held firm on hopes of a Fed rate cut, while autos continued their uptrend with Eicher Motors and Bajaj Auto leading gains. Globally, markets rallied as Wall Street’s tech stocks rebounded on Alphabet’s 6% surge and dovish Fed signals. Investors are also watching new geopolitical developments after Donald Trump’s call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where both leaders reaffirmed ties and exchanged state visit invitations. Meanwhile, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das hinted at room for a rate cut while reaffirming India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals. Among key stocks in focus — Dr Reddy’s gets EU approval for its osteoporosis drug, Eris Lifesciences completes acquisition of Swiss Parenterals, and BEL inks joint venture with France’s Safran. Tune in for all this and more in today’s Market Minutes — your morning podcast bringing you the top stories to kickstart your trading day, from stocks in the news to macro trends and global market cues.
WORLD
'Want peaceful relations, open for business with India': Afghan minister Azizi amid conflict with Pakistan
Azizi noted that Afghanistan’s current trade volume with India -- roughly $1 billion -- is “far below potential.”
BUSINESS
Live: Will Nifty's downtrend continue to third session on expiry day? | Opening Bell
Nifty slipped below 26,000 amid profit booking as short-term sentiment turned fragile. The market opened firm but selling built through the day, with the index dropping 230 points from the intraday high. Broader markets weakened ahead of expiry, and while IT held up initially, late-session selling hit most sectors. SBI Life, TechM and Eicher showed some resilience, but realty, metals and durables led the declines. Midcap and smallcap indices remained under pressure, with the smallcap index slipping below its 200-day EMA. Nifty’s breakout attempt was also hurt by delays in the India-US trade agreement, leaving markets cautious ahead of the GDP data. This morning, global cues were positive. US markets edged higher overnight led by shares of Alphabet after Google upgraded its AI Model last week. Asian markets also cheered Wall Street's positive moves and edged higher this morning. Catch Lovisha Darad in conversation with Jay Thakkar, Head Derivatives and Quant Research, ICICI Securities and Sneha Poddar, VP -Research, Wealth Management, Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
INDIA
Ethiopian ash cloud races towards India; Akasa Air, IndiGo, KLM sound safety alarms
Several carriers operating in India have assured travellers that safety protocols are being followed as the ash cloud gradually approaches Indian airspace
INDIA
How to check if your name is in voter list during Special Intensive Revision exercise
Here's how to check your name in the voter list during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral roll in your state
STARTUP
Rapido is India’s No.1 mobility company, says Prosus CEO Fabricio Bloisi
Prosus recently invested as much as $67 million in the mobility firm, increasing its stake to around 10.2 percent, filings showed.
INDIA
PM Modi to visit Ayodhya Ram Mandir for Dhwajarohan ceremony today: Check darshan timings, entry routes, rituals
PM Modi will take part in a traditional flag-hoisting, known as the Dhwajarohan ceremony at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on November 25.
INDIA
News Live: If you target me in Bengal, I will shake the nation, Mamata Banerjee warns BJP amid ongoing SIR
Addressing the crowd, West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee said the Election Commission's job is to remain impartial and not be a BJP commission.
MARKETS
Markets poised for flat to positive open amid global rebound
The Gift Nifty was trading at 25,980, up 0.05 percent from its previous close
INDIA
Volcanic cloud from Ethiopia set to drift over Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi by 10 pm tonight
The plume, generated by the volcano's explosive activity, is travelling at 100-120 km/h
WORLD
Trump supports restricting H-1B visas, stresses hiring Americans first: White House
US President Donald Trump expects companies benefiting from H-1B talent to ultimately prioritise hiring within the United States once operations stabilise.
PODCAST
Tata Sons listing debate, labour codes trigger compliance burden & tribute to Dharmendra | MC Editor's Picks
Tata Son’s listing is a bone of contention, Apple cracks down on grey market exports of iPhones from India, Centre’s labour codes triggers adjustments across industries, Rupee stabilises after RBI steps in and SBI invests in a startup - find all this and more in today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.
INDIA
PM Modi to hoist 'Sun-and-Om’ flag on nagara shikhar, marking completion of Ayodha's Ram Mandir
At 12 noon, PM Modi will hoist the saffron flag on the temple’s shikhar, symbolising the completion of the Ram Mandir construction.
BUSINESS
Stocks to Watch Today: Diamond Power, Surya Roshni, Eris Lifesciences, Ceigall India, Niraj Cement, Sunteck Realty in focus on 25 November
Stocks to Watch, 25 November: Stocks like Diamond Power Infrastructure, Surya Roshni, Eris Lifesciences, Ceigall India, Niraj Cement Structurals, Dr Reddys Laboratories, Paras Defence and Space Technologies, Sunteck Realty, One 97 Communications Paytm, Fortis Healthcare, and Karnataka Bank will be in focus on November 25.
STARTUP
Dream11 parent moves HQ from BKC to Worli in cost optimisation push
The new Dream Sports Stadium office in Worli will bring all the company’s brands, including Dream11, FanCode, and Dream Game Studios under a single roof for the first time.
WORLD
Donald Trump touts 'very good' call with Xi Jinping, will visit China in April
Donald Trump's statement confirmed that he will visit China in April and that Xi Jinping will come to Washington later in 2026.
INDIA
After precision strikes in Operation Sindoor, HAMMER air-to-ground weapon to be manufactured in India
HAMMER is a combat-proven, precision-guided weapon system known for its high accuracy and modular design, making it adaptable for multiple platforms, including the Rafale and light combat aircraft Tejas,
INDIA
'Won't be able to...': Noida BLO resigns, cites SIR pressure as workload mounts
The letter, which was originally written in Hindi, quickly spread across social media, drawing attention to the growing unrest among field officers involved in the revision drive.
