Closing Bell: Sensex sheds 116 pts, Nifty below 26,150; media gains, IT drags

Indian equity indices ended marginally lower in the volatile session on December 24. At close, the Sensex was down 116.14 points or 0.14 percent at 85,408.70, and the Nifty was down 35.05 points or 0.13 percent at 26,142.10.

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Markets traded lackluster for the second consecutive session and ended marginally lower, indicating continued consolidation after the recent surge. After a stable start, the Nifty moved within a narrow range for most of the session in the absence of fresh triggers and eventually closed around the previous day’s level at 26,142.10. Sectoral trends remained mixed and rotational, with profit-taking seen in select IT, pharma and FMCG stocks, while realty and metals ended largely flat. The broader markets also showed a mixed trend, with the midcap index declining nearly 0.5%, while the smallcap index closed marginally higher, highlighting selective participation.

Global cues continued to influence sentiment, particularly during the opening trade; however, muted volumes and weak market breadth reflected a cautious stance among participants. Overall activity remained stock-specific, with traders focusing on selective opportunities rather than broad-based positioning.

We maintain a positive bias amid the ongoing consolidation in the index and continue to recommend a “buy-on-dips” approach as long as the Nifty holds its prevailing uptrend. For fresh momentum, stronger participation from the banking index will be essential, with a decisive breakout above the 59,500 level likely to fuel the next leg of the up move. Until then, participants are advised to adopt a stock-specific approach, focus on sectors showing consistent outperformance such as private banks, metals and auto, and adhere to disciplined risk management in the low-volume environment.

The Nifty index began the day on a flat note, witnessed range-bound consolidation, and eventually settled on a negative note at 26,142. Technically, on the daily chart, Nifty formed a shooting star candle, reflecting selling pressure at higher levels. The next major hurdle for the index is placed in the 26,250–26,325 zone, while immediate support is seen near the 26,050 level, followed by 25,990, where the bullish gap support is placed. Thus, the index is likely to consolidate in the 25,990–26,325 band in the short term, and traders are advised to maintain a stock-specific approach.

The Bank Nifty index opened on a flat note, witnessed selling pressure, and settled on a negative note at 59,184. Technically, on the daily chart, the Bank Nifty index has formed a red candle with a long upper shadow, reflecting selling pressure at higher levels. On the downside, the index has formed a good base around 58,800, while major resistance is placed near the 59,550 level. An eventual breakout on either side of this consolidation range is likely to set up the next directional move for the index.

Indian markets ended flat on December 24, 2025, with the Sensex slipping marginally to around 85,408.70 and Nifty settling near 26,139.70 amid holiday thinned trading ahead of Christmas closure. Stronger than expected US GDP growth of 4.3% (annualized) in Q3 2025 bolstered global sentiment but failed to lift Indian indices significantly. Meanwhile, US efforts to intercept a third Venezuelan oil tanker off its coast, part of a blockade on sanctioned shipments heightened geopolitical oil supply concerns leading to ~6% gain in the past 5 trading sessions in the oil prices which is having a negative impact on sectors like OMC, Aviation, Paints and Logistics.

Oil and Gas, Pharma and IT dragged indices lower, while Metal and Realty were mildly positive today. Turning to stock specific developments, Coal India received board approval to list its wholly owned subsidiary South Eastern Coalfields Limited, boosting PSU IPO buzz and value unlocking which is lifting the stock since the past two trading sessions while Blackstone's plan to acquire a 9.99% stake in Federal Bank for Rs 6,196 crore via warrants drew attention to banking sector consolidation, pending regulatory nods. This move is part of a broader trend of private capital entering Indian banks, reinforcing capital bases and highlighting interest from global investors.

The Nifty index began the day on a flat note, witnessed range-bound consolidation, and eventually settled on a negative note at 26,142. Technically, on the daily chart, Nifty formed a shooting star candle, reflecting selling pressure at higher levels. The next major hurdle for the index is placed in the 26,250–26,325 zone, while immediate support is seen near the 26,050 level, followed by 25,990, where the bullish gap support is placed. Thus, the index is likely to consolidate in the 25,990–26,325 band in the short term, and traders are advised to maintain a stock-specific approach.

The Bank Nifty index opened on a flat note, witnessed selling pressure, and settled on a negative note at 59,184. Technically, on the daily chart, the Bank Nifty index has formed a red candle with a long upper shadow, reflecting selling pressure at higher levels. On the downside, the index has formed a good base around 58,800, while major resistance is placed near the 59,550 level. An eventual breakout on either side of this consolidation range is likely to set up the next directional move for the index.

Today, the benchmark indices witnessed selling pressure at higher levels. The Nifty ended 35 points lower, while the Sensex was down by 116 points. Among sectors, buying was seen in selective financial stocks, while the Capital Market Index shed nearly 1 percent. Technically, after an early morning intraday rally, the market once again faced resistance near 26,250/85750 and reversed sharply. From the day's highest point, the market shed over 100/350 points.

We believe that the intraday market texture is non-directional; hence, level-based trading would be the ideal strategy for day traders. On the higher side, 26,250/85750 remains the crucial resistance zone for the bulls, whereas 26,100/85300 would be the immediate support area. On the higher side, above 26,250/85750, the market could move up to 26,350-26,400/86000-86200, while below 26,100/85300, the chances of hitting 26,000/85000 would increase.

The rupee’s recovery almost definitely played a meaningful role in attracting foreign institutional investors (FIIs) back into Indian equities last week. The recovery reduces the risk of losses for USD based investors and provides improving macro confidence, especially after such an extended period of depreciation.

Easing global bond yields also helped, as US yields fell back from recent highs, meaning the demand for emerging market equities improved. Valuations in select Indian sectors had corrected meaningfully after months of selling, creating opportunities for FIIs who had been underweight India. Domestically, strong GDP momentum, healthy credit growth, and sustained government capital expenditure, continue to help distinguish India from many other emerging markets in a positive light.

Despite this short-term inflow, the year as a whole has seen record FII outflows, driven largely by global factors such as tight monetary policy, a strong USD, and higher risk-free returns in developed markets. Looking ahead to next year, FII flows are likely to be more balanced rather than one-directional.

If global rates begin to ease and the USD weakens, India could see more sustained inflows, supported by its structural growth story. However, volatility will remain, and flows may remain selective, favouring high-quality companies with earnings visibility rather than buying more broadly.

Following two days of muted close, the Indian rupee retreated, lagging behind its Asian peers on Wednesday. This decline was driven by a shift toward risk aversion, fueled by persistent capital withdrawals from foreign investors leading up to the holiday break, alongside heightened greenback demand from bullion importers.

Despite the central bank’s announcement of USDINR swaps and Open Market Operations (OMO), the measures failed to ignite market enthusiasm as they did little to bridge the widening gap between dollar supply and demand ahead of year end.

The outlook for spot USDINR maintains an upward trajectory provided it holds above the 89.00 mark; however, the 90.30 level continues to act as a formidable resistance for further gains.

Indian equities moved largely sideways in a holiday-shortened week, with trading volumes remaining subdued as the year draws to a close—a trend mirrored across broader Asian markets.

The RBI’s recently announced liquidity initiatives, including OMOs and a USD/INR buy–sell swap, are expected to improve systemic liquidity and help stabilise currency volatility.

On the global front, stronger-than-expected US GDP data points to economic resilience, although rising unemployment has tempered optimism. Gold extended its rally on a softer dollar and elevated geopolitical risks, supported by increasing expectations of continued Fed policy easing. Meanwhile, Brent crude hovered near multi-year lows, reinforcing a benign inflation outlook. Looking ahead, market activity is likely to remain muted, though investors will be closely tracking developments on the trade front.

Indian rupee ended lower at 89.78 per dollar on Wednesday against previous close of 89.66.

Indian equity indices ended marginally lower in the volatile session on December 24.

At close, the Sensex was down 116.14 points or 0.14 percent at 85,408.70, and the Nifty was down 35.05 points or 0.13 percent at 26,142.10. About 1693 shares advanced, 2154 shares declined, and 118 shares unchanged.

Trent, Shriram Finance, Apollo Hospitals, UltraTech Cement, Adani Ports were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Interglobe Aviation, Wipro, Dr Reddy's Labs, Sun Pharma, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles.

Except media and metal, all other sectoral indices ended in the red with Information Technology, Oil & Gas, Pharma, PSU Bank down 0.4% each.

The BSE midcap index was down 0.4 percent and smallcap index ended flat.

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Manba Finance was quoting at Rs 141.10, up Rs 0.75, or 0.53 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 143.00 and an intraday low of Rs 140.00.

Shares of Kajaria Ceramics extend fall, down nearly 4% to Rs 977 apiece. Stock set for seventh straight session of losses.

Company on Friday reported fraud to the tune of Rs 20 crore at unit; financial impact to be recognised as an exceptional item in FY26, with about Rs 6 crore recovered.

Brokerage Emkay says embezzlement, spanning the last two years, reflects company's earlier weak practices.

Shares of Hindustan Zinc rise 2.5% to Rs 625.3 apiece. Stock is up for third straight session, to highest level since August 2024. Silver extends its record run to $72.70/ounce; the white metal has gained 149% so far this year.

UPL was quoting at Rs 774.90, down Rs 5.95, or 0.76 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 785.00 and an intraday low of Rs 772.40.

It was trading with volumes of 64,213 shares, compared to its five day average of 88,298 shares, a decrease of -27.28 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.45 percent or Rs 3.50 at Rs 780.85.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 786.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 493.00 on 23 December, 2025 and 31 December, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 1.41 percent below its 52-week high and 57.18 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 61,755.76 crore.

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#3 Synergies to deliver at least Rs 100/t cost savings

#4 Merger viewed positively

Shares of Ceinsys Tech rose 5% on December 24 after the firm was awarded extension for three major projects.

Broking firm Motilal Oswal has reiterated its 'buy' recommendation on Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Co. with a target price of Rs 2,000 as it sees the company remaining a robust franchise. The target price is at an upside of over 17% from the current market price of Rs 1,702.60.

Investigative news agency Cobrapost raised allegations against the company regarding large-value cash transactions and related-party transactions between the listed non-banking finance company, its subsidiaries and parent Murugappa Group. However, the company refuted the claims and said that the allegations were malicious, distorted, and motivated. It has also expressed confidence that regulatory scrutiny will validate the company's position, according to the report by Motilal Oswal.

Sensex turns red, at 85391.22, down 133.62 pts or 0.2% vs up 0.1% earlier. Nifty 50 turns red, at 26147.55, down 29.60 pts or 0.1% vs up 0.1% earlier

At 2:23 pm, the Sensex was down 115.07 points or 0.13 percent at 85,409.77, and the Nifty was down 32.85 points or 0.13 percent at 26,144.30. About 1707 shares advanced, 2088 shares declined, and 121 shares unchanged.

Buying in select heavyweight stocks helped cushion downside pressure on the Nifty in late afternoon trade. Bajaj Finance and Trent emerged as the top positive contributors to the index, followed by Mahindra & Mahindra and Adani Ports. Stocks such as Shriram Finance, Bharat Electronics and Bharti Airtel also provided meaningful support, even as the broader market remained under pressure.

Midcap stocks staged a sharp rebound from intraday lows in late afternoon trade, signalling selective risk-taking despite weak benchmarks. Bharat Dynamics and NTPC Green Energy led the recovery with nearly 4 percent gains from the day’s lows, while Indus Towers, M&M Financial Services and Rail Vikas Nigam also clawed back losses. Stocks such as Muthoot Finance, Voltas and NALCO saw steady recoveries from their session lows.

Select Nifty Next 50 stocks recovered from their intraday lows in afternoon trade, pointing to buying interest at lower levels despite a weak broader market. Cholamandalam Investment led the rebound, rising over 2 percent from the day’s low, followed by Vedanta. Stocks such as Divi’s Laboratories, Varun Beverages and Hindustan Zinc also pared part of their losses.

Several Nifty 50 stocks pared intraday losses in the afternoon session, signalling selective buying at lower levels despite weak benchmarks. Trent and Apollo Hospitals led the rebound, recovering over 2 percent from the day’s lows, while Max Healthcare, Power Grid Corporation and Bharat Electronics also clawed back losses. Autos such as Eicher Motors and Maruti Suzuki saw modest recoveries from intraday lows.

Bharti Enterprises and Warburg Pincus have announced a strategic investment in Haier India, under which the two investors will collectively acquire a 49 percent stake in the company.

Sectoral indices remained mixed in late afternoon trade. Auto, metal and media stocks were among the key gainers, while IT, pharma and FMCG indices stayed under pressure, continuing to weigh on overall market sentiment.

Key NSE indices were trading mixed in afternoon trade, with benchmark indices under mild pressure. The Nifty 50, Bank Nifty and Midcap index were lower, while smallcaps continued to outperform, underscoring divergence across market segments despite a broadly weak undertone.

At 14:00 hrs IST, the Sensex was down 87.34 points or 0.10 percent at 85,437.50, and the Nifty was down 24.95 points or 0.10 percent at 26,152.20. About 1704 shares advanced, 2044 shares declined, and 146 shares unchanged.

ACC slipped to a fresh 52-week low in intraday trade, touching Rs 1,760.10. The stock was trading lower at around Rs 1,737.20, underperforming amid a weak broader market tone.

Select large-cap stocks from the Nifty Next 50 hit fresh 52-week highs in intraday trade. Hindustan Zinc touched a new one-year peak of Rs 631.90, while Vedanta also scaled a fresh 52-week high at Rs 599.80, bucking the weak tone in the broader market.

Live update: Shriram Finance and Hindalco touched fresh 52-week highs during Tuesday’s session, signalling stock-specific strength even as benchmark indices remained under pressure.

Financials and heavyweight stocks dominated activity on the Nifty 50 in afternoon trade. Shriram Finance and Coal India saw strong volumes on the gainers’ side, while heavyweights such as Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank featured among the most active amid mixed price action. IT major Infosys and aviation stock InterGlobe Aviation also remained in focus as the market stayed under pressure.

KPI Green gets notification of award for a green hydrogen project worth Rs 128.5 crore from NTPC. The stock jumped 2.3 percent intra day to Rs 430.

Pharma and IT stocks featured prominently among the Nifty 50 intraday losers, weighing on the benchmark. Sun Pharma and Dr Reddy’s Laboratories declined nearly 2 percent each, while InterGlobe Aviation and Wipro also traded lower. Heavyweights such as Bajaj Finserv added to the drag, keeping sentiment cautious in a range-bound session.

Select midcap stocks outperformed in intraday trade, led by Bharat Dynamics with a near 4 percent gain. Hindustan Zinc, MM Financial Services and NALCO also posted strong gains, while Indus Towers and Ola Electric featured among active gainers, highlighting stock-specific strength in an otherwise range-bound market.

Buying interest was concentrated in select heavyweight stocks on the Nifty 50 in intraday trade. Trent led the gainers with over a 2 percent rise, followed by Shriram Finance and Apollo Hospitals. Healthcare and metals stocks such as Max Healthcare and Hindalco also featured among the top performers, even as broader indices remained range-bound.

Sectoral indices were mixed in Wednesday’s trade, highlighting stock-specific churn beneath flat headline indices. Autos and metals were among the key gainers, while IT, pharma and FMCG stocks stayed under pressure. PSU banks and energy names also edged lower, even as broader risk appetite remained selective.

Key NSE indices were trading mixed on Wednesday, with benchmarks holding close to the flatline. The Nifty 50 and Bank Nifty were marginally lower, while the Smallcap index outperformed with modest gains, underscoring continued divergence across market segments despite a broadly range-bound session.

Midcap stocks showed a sharp rebound from intraday lows in the afternoon trade, pointing to selective buying even as the broader market stayed cautious. Bharat Dynamics led the recovery, climbing nearly 5 percent from the day’s low, while NTPC Green Energy and M&M Financial Services gained close to 3 percent each. Stocks such as Indus Towers, NALCO and Rail Vikas Nigam also recovered meaningfully from their session lows.

Several Nifty 50 stocks staged a smart recovery from their intraday lows in the afternoon trade, signalling selective buying interest as benchmarks stayed range-bound. Trent, Apollo Hospitals and Shriram Finance led the rebound, gaining over 1.5 percent from the day’s lows, while Max Healthcare, Hindalco and Bajaj Auto also clawed back losses.

At 1:01 pm, the Sensex was up 27.10 points or 0.03 percent at 85,551.94, and the Nifty was up 13.15 points or 0.05 percent at 26,190.30. About 1864 shares advanced, 1840 shares declined, and 146 shares unchanged.

Post the deal, a new joint venture will be set up with 65 percent ownership by Stonepeak and 35 percent by bp, with a two-year lock-up for bp and an option to exit thereafter. Stonepeak has also announced a tender offer to Castrol India shareholders, which will be launched after the global Castrol transaction is completed.

BP has agreed to sell a 65 percent stake in Castrol to Stonepeak at an enterprise value of $10 billion. The transaction includes bp’s minority interests in Castrol across key markets, notably its 49 percent holding in Castrol India, alongside stakes in Vietnam, Saudi Arabia and Thailand.

Citi says Indian banks are expected to report 5% year-on-year growth in net interest income and 4% upside in profit after tax in the December quarter.

Credit growth is likely to slow to 3–5% QoQ, while net interest margins (NIMs) show divergent trends, said Citi.

Citi expects margins to expand for AU Small Finance Bank, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, remain flat for ICICI Bank and IDFC First Bank and dip slightly for Axis Bank and Yes Bank.

Shares Hindustan Copper rose nearly 6% to an all-time high of Rs 432. The stock was up for the fifth consecutive session and gained over 17% during the period. The company gained after futures contracts of copper on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India rose to fresh all-time highs tracking the gains in prices of copper on the London Metal Exchange.

Investment banking firm Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage on Physicswallah with a 'neutral' recommendation and a target price of Rs 135 per share. Organic traffic, benign competition, and affordable pricing are expected to drive the company's growth, CNBC-TV 18 reported, the brokerage said.

The brokerage expects the company's revenue to grow at a compounded annual rate of 24% and earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation to rise at a compounded annual rate of over 80% from 2024-25 (Apr-Mar) to FY30 for the company.

It also estimates negative working capital with over 100% free cash flow conversion from FY26.

ICICI Securities initiated coverage on Orkla India, parent of ready-to-eat brand MTR Foods, with "Buy" rating and price target of Rs 800.

Brokerage says firm's core strength lies in dominant market share in southern states through legacy brands MTR and Eastern continue to deepen distribution

Brokerage adds Orkla's exports are contributing 21% of revenue, making it India's largest branded spice exporter with products in 40+ countries and 12% CAGR growth expected through FY25-28.

The Sensex was down 15.47 points or 0.02 percent at 85,509.37, and the Nifty was up 9.75 points or 0.04 percent at 26,186.90. About 1891 shares advanced, 1712 shares declined, and 159 shares unchanged.

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Pine Labs was quoting at Rs 237.35, up Rs 3.40, or 1.45 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 251.55 and an intraday low of Rs 236.90.

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LG Electronics India was quoting at Rs 1,529.10, down Rs 19.05, or 1.23 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,552 and an intraday low of Rs 1,526.

Indian rupee erased all the opening gains and trading lower at 89.77 per dollar versus previous close of 89.66.

The company has received eight Letters of Award (LOAs) worth Rs 175 crore for the development of a 51.3 MW solar power project in Madhya Pradesh.

Surana Telecom and Power was quoting at Rs 21.36, up Rs 1.14, or 5.64 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 23.20 and an intraday low of Rs 21.19.

It was trading with volumes of 33,235 shares, compared to its five day average of 3,687 shares, an increase of 801.46 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.71 percent or Rs 0.34 at Rs 20.22.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 29.32 and a 52-week low of Rs 15.50 on 09 September, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 27.15 percent below its 52-week high and 37.81 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 289.98 crore.

The Board has approved the allotment of 14.38 crore equity shares of the company, on a preferential basis, to Carmichael Rail and Port Singapore Holdings Pte, for consideration other than cash, towards the discharge of the total non-cash consideration payable for the acquisition of 100% ordinary share capital of Abbot Point Port Holdings Pte from Carmichael Rail and Port Singapore Holdings Pte.

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone was quoting at Rs 1,502.65, up Rs 8.90, or 0.60 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,505.75 and an intraday low of Rs 1,495.00.

It was trading with volumes of 30,987 shares, compared to its five day average of 82,156 shares, a decrease of -62.28 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.97 percent or Rs 14.60 at Rs 1,493.75.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,548.60 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,011 on 01 December, 2025 and 30 January, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 2.97 percent below its 52-week high and 48.63 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 324,593.28 crore.

The company has received a work order worth Rs 2,035.26 crore from Onix Renewables, a special purpose vehicle (SPV), for the development of 600 MW AC solar power projects across multiple locations in Maharashtra.

Vikran Engineering was quoting at Rs 97, up Rs 10.25, or 11.82 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 99.80 and an intraday low of Rs 95.15.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 3.40 percent or Rs 3.05 at Rs 86.75.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 118.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 84.50 on 20 November, 2025 and 18 December, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 18.07 percent below its 52-week high and 14.79 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 2,501.74 crore.

The Board has given in-principle approval for the listing of South Eastern Coalfields (SECL) and Mahanadi Coalfields. The proposed in-principle listing of both subsidiaries is subject to the completion of various regulatory approvals.

Coal India was quoting at Rs 406, up Rs 5.65, or 1.41 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 412.40 and an intraday low of Rs 403.20.

It was trading with volumes of 717,620 shares, compared to its five day average of 667,020 shares, an increase of 7.59 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 3.58 percent or Rs 13.85 at Rs 400.35.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 417.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 349.20 on 20 May, 2025 and 17 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 2.7 percent below its 52-week high and 16.27 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 250,206.77 crore.

The Competition Commission of India has approved Tata Steel’s proposed acquisition of sole control of Tata BlueScope Steel by purchasing the remaining 50% equity shareholding currently held by BlueScope Steel Asia Holdings Pty Ltd.

Tata Steel was quoting at Rs 170.95, up Rs 0.05, or 0.03 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 171.65 and an intraday low of Rs 170.50.

It was trading with volumes of 280,864 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,056,873 shares, a decrease of -73.43 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.03 percent or Rs 1.75 at Rs 170.90.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 187 and a 52-week low of Rs 122.60 on 29 October, 2025 and 13 January, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 8.58 percent below its 52-week high and 39.44 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 213,405.97 crore.

The Sensex was up 102.04 points or 0.12 percent at 85,626.88, and the Nifty was up 36 points or 0.14 percent at 26,213.15. About 1997 shares advanced, 1505 shares declined, and 162 shares unchanged.

The company has received letter of empanelment from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) for EPC contracts for design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing & commissioning of Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) with PV Modules under MTSKPY/ PM-KUSUM scheme at various location across the State of Maharashtra with total order value of Rs 46,20,48,229 (excluding GST).

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electrical was quoting at Rs 258.25, down Rs 1.35, or 0.52 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 261.45 and an intraday low of Rs 257.45.

It was trading with volumes of 35,744 shares, compared to its five day average of 388,572 shares, a decrease of -90.80 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.21 percent or Rs 0.55 at Rs 259.60.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 401.50 and a 52-week low of Rs 248.15 on 30 December, 2024 and 17 December, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 35.68 percent below its 52-week high and 4.07 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 16,629.10 crore.

The Board has appointed S. N. Kamath as the Managing Director of the company for a period of three consecutive years, subject to shareholders’ approval through a postal ballot.

Upon approval, Kamath will hold the office of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the company. He is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer.

Bliss GVS Pharma was quoting at Rs 173.70, down Rs 5.35, or 2.99 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 181.75 and an intraday low of Rs 173.50.

It was trading with volumes of 34,243 shares, compared to its five day average of 614,137 shares, a decrease of -94.42 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.99 percent or Rs 3.50 at Rs 179.05.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 190.65 and a 52-week low of Rs 105.05 on 31 July, 2025 and 09 May, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 8.89 percent below its 52-week high and 65.35 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,837.55 crore.

Only the newly set-up mABS plant at Amdoshi, Maharashtra, has witnessed a temporary shutdown of operations due to the malfunctioning of a critical production equipment.

The rest of the Amdoshi plant, engaged in the production of PS, EPS, GPPS, HIPS, and XPS, is fully operational without any hindrance.

Supreme Petrochem was quoting at Rs 654, up Rs 10.50, or 1.63 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 661.40 and an intraday low of Rs 647.

It was trading with volumes of 2,545 shares, compared to its five day average of 8,315 shares, a decrease of -69.39 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.32 percent or Rs 2.05 at Rs 643.50.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 981.65 and a 52-week low of Rs 518.05 on 29 September, 2025 and 03 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 33.38 percent below its 52-week high and 26.24 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 12,297.90 crore.

The Board has approved and allotted 41,500 non-convertible debentures, having a face value of Rs 1 lakh per debenture, aggregating to Rs 415 crore, on a private placement basis.

Spandana Sphoorty Financial was quoting at Rs 273.40, up Rs 1.60, or 0.59 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 274 and an intraday low of Rs 271.25.

It was trading with volumes of 4,932 shares, compared to its five day average of 20,518 shares, a decrease of -75.96 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.70 percent or Rs 1.90 at Rs 271.80.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 519 and a 52-week low of Rs 214.70 on 09 January, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 47.32 percent below its 52-week high and 27.34 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 2,186.44 crore.

The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Chhattisgarh for the development of a greenfield gas-based fertilizer project in the state.

GAIL India was quoting at Rs 172.80, up Rs 0.80, or 0.47 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 173.80 and an intraday low of Rs 172.50.

It was trading with volumes of 84,876 shares, compared to its five day average of 191,367 shares, a decrease of -55.65 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.20 percent or Rs 0.35 at Rs 172.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 202.65 and a 52-week low of Rs 150.60 on 12 June, 2025 and 04 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 14.73 percent below its 52-week high and 14.74 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 113,617.72 crore.

#1 Cobrapost raised concerns on cash deposits, related parties & agency payouts

#2 Company has denied all allegations

#3 Cash EMI collections are common among cash-earning borrowers

#4 Related-party transactions are routine & fully disclosed

#5 Other issues flagged align with industry practices

#6 Allegations appear unsubstantiated

#7 Management guided for strong Q3 disbursements

Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company was quoting at Rs 1,705, up Rs 24.40, or 1.45 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,705.00 and an intraday low of Rs 1,668.85.

It was trading with volumes of 18,456 shares, compared to its five day average of 139,639 shares, a decrease of -86.78 percent.

Nectar Lifesciences was quoting at Rs 21.19, down Rs 1.11, or 4.98 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 21.19 and an intraday low of Rs 21.19.

There were pending sell orders of 355,327 shares, with no buyers available.

It was trading with volumes of 2,278 shares, compared to its five day average of 296,176 shares, a decrease of -99.23 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.50 percent or Rs 0.11 at Rs 22.30.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 41.38 and a 52-week low of Rs 13.25 on 03 January, 2025 and 08 August, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 48.79 percent below its 52-week high and 59.92 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 475.21 crore.

The Transportation Infrastructure business vertical of L&T has won order for Mumbai metro railway project.

The Mumbai metro railway project, Package CA-298, awarded by Mumbai metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), pertains to the electrification of 24.72 Km long Line 4 that runs between Bhakti Park (Wadala) to Cadbury junction having 22 elevated stations.

The scope encompasses design, manufacture, supply, installation, integration, testing and commissioning of power supply and traction systems for 24.72 route km and provision of SCADA system for complete Metro line 4 & 4A for 32 stations, depots and receiving substation.

Larsen & Toubro was quoting at Rs 4,060.35, up Rs 1.20, or 0.03 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 4,079.95 and an intraday low of Rs 4,047.25.

It was trading with volumes of 18,499 shares, compared to its five day average of 111,769 shares, a decrease of -83.45 percent.