Closing Bell: Nifty at 24,700, Sensex tanks 849 pts; FMCG outperforms

Indian equity indices ended on a weak note with Nifty around 24,700 on August 26. At close, the Sensex was down 849.37 points or 1.04 percent at 80,786.54, and the Nifty was down 255.70 points or 1.02 percent at 24,712.05.

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Markets traded under pressure and slipped below crucial support levels, derailing the recent recovery momentum. After an initial sharp fall, the Nifty traded in a narrow range for most of the session; however, renewed selling in the final hours pushed the index further lower. It eventually settled near the day’s low at 24,712, down 1.02%. Sectoral performance was broadly weak, with realty, pharma, and metal stocks bearing the brunt of the decline, while FMCG displayed relative resilience with marginal gains. Broader markets underperformed, with mid- and small-cap indices losing between 1.69% and 2.08%.

Sentiment was largely dampened by caution ahead of the upcoming tariff deadline, which weighed heavily on export-sensitive sectors. This pressure was compounded by sustained foreign institutional selling, a weakening rupee, and a rebound in crude oil prices, prompting investors to reduce risk exposure.

With the Nifty slipping below its immediate support at the 20-day exponential moving average (20-DEMA) and the banking index breaching the critical base around 54,900, further downside cannot be ruled out. We expect the index to fill the recent gap and retest its medium-term moving average around 24,600.

Traders are advised to align their positions accordingly. Going ahead, export-oriented sectors may continue to face selling pressure on any uptick, while domestic demand-driven segments like FMCG and consumer discretionary could offer relative stability. Key triggers to monitor include foreign fund flows, global market trends, and any policy measures aimed at cushioning trade-related concerns.

The Nifty fell sharply, breaking below the support level of 24,800. Today’s decline was severe, pushing the index under the critical 50-day EMA.

The RSI has entered a bearish crossover, indicating weakening price momentum. In the short term, the index is likely to remain under selling pressure as long as it trades below 24,850.

On the downside, the correction could extend towards 24,150 or lower.

Domestic market sentiment turned cautious as the US penalty tariff deadline expires tomorrow. The persistent depreciation of the INR is adding pressure and may further impact foreign institutional inflows. Investors are closely monitoring the GoI’s efforts to support economic growth, including proposed GST rate revisions and sector-specific relief measures for industries affected by higher tariffs.

Broad-based selling was observed across sectors, except for FMCG, which gained on expectations of increased consumption.

Today, the benchmark indices corrected sharply. The Nifty ends 256 points lower, while the Sensex was down by 849 points. Among sectors, Capital Market, Defense, and Real Estate shed over 2 percent, whereas despite weak market sentiment, the FMCG index outperformed and rallied nearly 1 percent.

Technically, after a gap-down open, the market breached the crucial support zone of 24,850/81300, and post-breakdown, selling pressure intensified. Additionally, it also formed a long bearish candle on the daily charts and is holding a lower top formation on intraday charts, which is largely negative.

We believe that the intraday market texture is weak, but a fresh selloff is possible only after the dismissal of the 24650/80500. Below this level, the index could retest the level of 24,550-24500/80200-80000. On the flip side, above 20 day SMA or 24750/81000, a pullback move is likely to continue up to 24850-24900/81300-81500.

The bias for the rupee still weak amid imbalance between dollar demand and supply. The local rupee got support from MSCI rebalance inflows in today's session. Looking at the current market conditions, the rupee's new low is looking imminent, while a move to 86.50 appears distant.

The short term traders will be eyeing on the trade tariff and GST rate rejig announcement.

The spot USDINR has near term support at 87.25 and resistance at 87.90.

Indian rupee ended 10 paise lower at 87.68 per dollar on Tuesday versus Monday's close of 87.58.

Indian equity indices ended on a weak note with Nifty around 24,700 on August 26.

At close, the Sensex was down 849.37 points or 1.04 percent at 80,786.54, and the Nifty was down 255.70 points or 1.02 percent at 24,712.05. About 1167 shares advanced, 2751 shares declined, and 125 shares unchanged.

Biggest Nifty losers were Shriram Finance, Sun Pharma, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finance, Trent, while gainers included Eicher Motors, HUL, Maruti Suzuki, Nestle India, ITC.

Except FMCG, all other sectoral indices ended in the red with PSU Bank, metal, pharma, oil & gas, consumer durables, realty, telecom down 1-2%

The BSE midcap index shed 1.3 percent and smallcap index fell 1.7 percent.

Wipro was quoting at Rs 251.90, down Rs 1.80, or 0.71 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 254.80 and an intraday low of Rs 251.30.

It was trading with volumes of 1,704,158 shares, compared to its five day average of 393,469 shares, an increase of 333.11 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 2.05 percent or Rs 5.10 at Rs 253.70.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 324.55 and a 52-week low of Rs 225.05 on 23 January, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 22.38 percent below its 52-week high and 11.93 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 264,075.38 crore.

Firstsource Solutions was quoting at Rs 352.25, down Rs 20.05, or 5.39 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 372.30 and an intraday low of Rs 350.65.

It was trading with volumes of 158,695 shares, compared to its five day average of 37,168 shares, an increase of 326.96 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.22 percent or Rs 4.50 at Rs 372.30.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 422.80 and a 52-week low of Rs 272.40 on 07 January, 2025 and 18 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 16.69 percent below its 52-week high and 29.31 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 24,551.50 crore.

QIB – 0.27 times

NII - 3.59 times

Retail – 1.91 times

Overall – 1.80 times

Vishal Mega Mart was quoting at Rs 151.80, up Rs 2.90, or 1.95 percent.

It has touched a 52-week high of Rs 157.75.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 157.75 and an intraday low of Rs 146.40.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 70,759.61 crore.

Eternal was quoting at Rs 319.55, up Rs 0.20, or 0.06 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 321.50 and an intraday low of Rs 315.25.

It was trading with volumes of 2,800,061 shares, compared to its five day average of 2,357,194 shares, an increase of 18.79 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.14 percent or Rs 0.45 at Rs 319.35.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 331.35 and a 52-week low of Rs 189.60 on 20 August, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 3.56 percent below its 52-week high and 68.54 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 308,376.95 crore.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) conducted an inspection at the company’s Roha API facility from 16th June 2025 to 20th June 2025.

The USFDA has classified the inspection as Voluntary Action Initiated (VAI) and we have received the Establishment Inspection Report (EIR).

QIB – 0.00 times

NII - 0.51 times

Retail – 7.45 times

Overall – 0.82 times

Snehaa Organics, a pioneer in green solvent and recycling solutions, is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on August 29, 2025. As the first company of its kind to be listed in this segment, Snehaa Organics has drawn strong recommendations from broking firms and research analysts, reflecting the industry’s optimism about its growth prospects.

The IPO is a book-built issue of Rs 32.68 crore, comprising a fresh issue of 26.79 lakh equity shares in the price band of Rs 115–122 per share. The issue will remain open from August 29 to September 2, 2025, with allotment expected on September 3, 2025. Shares are proposed to be listed on the NSE SME platform on September 5, 2025. The minimum application size for retail investors is 2,000 shares (Rs 2.3 lakh), while HNIs must bid for at least 3 lots (3,000 shares) amounting to Rs 3.66 lakh.

The Sensex was down 727.02 points or 0.89 percent at 80,908.89, and the Nifty was down 210.40 points or 0.84 percent at 24,757.35. About 1082 shares advanced, 2588 shares declined, and 98 shares unchanged.

• DMart’s edge is customer engagement and everyday low prices.
• Strong product assortment supports steady footfalls.
• Faster store additions are not fully priced in.
• Private labels and profitability moat are strengthening.

Lehar Footwears has received an additional order with National Small Industries Corporation Ltd. worth Rs 74.90 crore for supply of Toolkits to artisans and craftspeople registered under PM Vishwakarma Scheme.

The company has signed a License Agreement for a new property — Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels — located in Mhasrul, Nasik. The property will be managed by its subsidiary, Carnation Hotels.

The company has contracted to buy a Suezmax crude carrier of about 1,64,715 dwt, built in 2010, which is expected to join the fleet by Q3FY26.

Additionally, it has a secondhand Kamsarmax dry bulk carrier on order (contracted in July 2025), also expected to join the fleet by Q3FY26.

Post-delivery of these two vessels, the company will operate 40 vessels, aggregating 3.29 million dwt.

HCLTech announced a global partnership with Thought Machine, a pioneer in cloud native banking technology, to accelerate the modernization of banks worldwide.

The partnership aims to enable banks to rapidly transition from legacy systems and frameworks to intelligent, autonomous financial institutions powered by AI and cloud technologies.

Waaree Solar Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Waaree Energies has received an order for supply of 452MW solar modules from a renowned customer who is a developer and owner-operator of utility scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States.

Market sentiment is currently strained by the announcement of an additional 25% tariff on Indian imports, which will take effect on August 27th. While this news is largely priced into current valuations, near-term volatility is anticipated. The market's technical structure is weakened by persistent selling from Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs).

However, India's domestic economic fundamentals are robust, driven by a strategic emphasis on domestic consumption. This provides a strong counter-narrative to global headwinds. Consequently, investors should resist panic and instead allocate capital to domestically-oriented sectors such as FMCG, Automobiles, Power, and Infrastructure.

Earning momentum is expected to accelerate in the coming quarters. Nevertheless, the ongoing global uncertainty underscores the importance of a well-diversified investment portfolio to mitigate risk.

The Sensex was down 576.27 points or 0.71 percent at 81,059.64, and the Nifty was down 165.45 points or 0.66 percent at 24,802.30. About 1118 shares advanced, 2497 shares declined, and 118 shares unchanged.

The company has received a work order from Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), New Delhi, Government of India for providing services as “Service Provider for Establishing and Running District Level Aadhaar Seva Kendra (ASK)” of approximately Rs 2055.35 crore (Inclusive of all duties and taxes).

The Board has approved the appointment of Aseem Joshi as President and Managing Director (Designate) of the company, effective October 13, 2025. He will be responsible for managing the company’s overall operations.

3M India was quoting at Rs 30,442.05, down Rs 94.30, or 0.31 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 30,683.10 and an intraday low of Rs 30,218.35.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.15 percent or Rs 47.25 at Rs 30,536.35.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 37,126.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 25,714.35 on 05 November, 2024 and 03 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 18 percent below its 52-week high and 18.39 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 34,293.18 crore.

#1 DMart’s winning edge on ratings & engagement

#2 Consistently lower prices & assortment are keys to DMart’s success

#3 Believe its valuation does not reflect faster pace of its store additions

#4 Valuation does not reflect push into private labels & strengthening of its profitability moat

#1 BPCL stock has corrected 10% over past year even as earnings outlook remains firm

#2 BPCL trades at same forward P/B as HPCL on concern of entering elevated capex phase

#3 Note higher risk to HPCL's earnings from new projects taking 3-5 years to stabilise post commissioning

#4 Higher risk to HPCL's earnings on any potential excise duty hike

#1 Innovation-led, tech-focused CRDMO with leading capabilities in small molecule

#2 Expanding into high-growth segments such as ADCS, peptides & oligonucleotides

#3 Forecast a 26% EPS CAGR over FY25-28

#4 Since listing on July 21, 2025, stock is up 48% from issue price vs -1% for NSE pharma index

#5 At 63/52x FY27/28 PER, implying 18%/ 45% premium to division/sector average

#6 Valuations look capped

#1 See potential impact of GST cut on PVs

#2 Recent rally in Maruti & M&M on GST cut based on normalised volume growth assumptions

#3 Could be further upside potential for both Maruti & M&M following the GST adjustment

#4 Primarily driven by EPS upgrades, against Hyundai Which already rallied 18% past month

Colgate Palmolive (India) was quoting at Rs 2,289.50, up Rs 5.60, or 0.25 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,323.40 and an intraday low of Rs 2,282.40.

It was trading with volumes of 23,278 shares, compared to its five day average of 34,701 shares, a decrease of -32.92 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.65 percent or Rs 14.95 at Rs 2,283.90.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 3,893.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 2,151.00 on 04 October, 2024 and 14 August, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 41.19 percent below its 52-week high and 6.44 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 62,271.11 crore.

QIB – 0.19 times

NII - 2.38 times

Retail – 1.32 times

Overall – 1.23 times

Eicher Motors was quoting at Rs 6,175.90, up Rs 183.40, or 3.06 percent.

It has touched a 52-week high of Rs 6,176.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 6,176 and an intraday low of Rs 5,970.

It was trading with volumes of 30,065 shares, compared to its five day average of 12,111 shares, an increase of 148.25 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 1.15 percent or Rs 68.00 at Rs 5,992.50.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 169,388.35 crore.

QIB – 0.00 times

NII - 0.29 times

Retail – 5.57 times

Overall – 0.60 times

Indian rupee is trading 16 paise lower at 87.74 per dollar on Tuesday versus Monday's close of 87.58.

Arisinfra Solutions' subsidiary, ArisUnitern RE Solutions and Merusri Developers today announced the launch of Merusri Sunscape, a boutique luxury villa community on IVC Road.

The company has received a work order worth Rs 1,160 crore from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) for providing services as a service provider to establish and run district-level Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs).

JSW Infrastructure was quoting at Rs 297.65, down Rs 5.65, or 1.86 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 303.35 and an intraday low of Rs 295.45.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.64 percent or Rs 1.95 at Rs 303.30.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 355.30 and a 52-week low of Rs 218.10 on 27 September, 2024 and 18 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 16.23 percent below its 52-week high and 36.47 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 62,506.55 crore.

The Board has approved additional investments of Rs 300 crore in its subsidiary Paytm Money, and Rs 155 crore in Paytm Services through a rights issue.

Additionally, the company announced a Group-level internal restructuring to streamline its corporate structure, improve business efficiency, and ensure better alignment of operations across the Group.

The Board has also approved the transfer of up to 100% equity shares of associate company Foster Payment Networks from Paytm Financial Services and other shareholders to Paytm for Rs 61 crore. Post this restructuring, Foster Payment will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Paytm.

Furthermore, the Board has approved the transfer of a 55% stake in First Games Technology (a subsidiary of Paytm Cloud Technologies – PCTL) from PCTL to Paytm Services, for up to Rs 140 crore. Following this, First Games Technology will continue to remain a step-down subsidiary of the company, without any change in shareholding structure.

#1 Management says, demand outlook remains positive in rural market, while urban demand remains lackluster for now

#2 Uncertainty on GST, though directionally, lower GST is likely to buoy demand

#3 Premiumisation, platform rationalisation & promotional activities are other key focus areas

#4 Company re-iterated its model launch pipeline with 26 launches in next 5 years

#5 Company maintains double-digit EBITDA margin guidance for FY26

Gland Pharma has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application filed for Vasopressin in 5% Dextrose Injection, 40 Units per 100 mL (0.4 Units per mL) RTU Vials and tentative approval for Vasopressin in 5% Dextrose Injection, 20 Units per 100 mL (0.2 Units per mL) RTU Vials.

Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd. (ROHL) is strengthening its presence in Central India with a new signing in Jabalpur. The upcoming 54-key Regenta Resort Jabalpur, developed in partnership with TRIUMPH DEVCON & TRADING PRIVATE LIMITED, will operate under a management agreement.

Royal Orchid Hotels was quoting at Rs 498.60, down Rs 3.40, or 0.68 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 503.35 and an intraday low of Rs 488.65.

It was trading with volumes of 37,795 shares, compared to its five day average of 260,987 shares, a decrease of -85.52 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 4.00 percent or Rs 19.30 at Rs 502.00.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 505.80 and a 52-week low of Rs 301.50 on 25 August, 2025 and 25 October, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 1.42 percent below its 52-week high and 65.37 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,367.42 crore.

#1 Building India's digital & new energy future

#2 Jio & retail entering a ‘harvesting’ phase

#3 Diversified O2C reduces cyclicality as new energy scales up in coming years

#4 Expect new energy to start contributing to EBITDA from FY27

#5 See room for re-rating in stock given upcoming value unlocking potential

Eris Lifesciences today announced that one of its sterile injectable manufacturing facilities in Ahmedabad has received approval from Anvisa, Brazil’s national health regulatory agency.

Linde India was quoting at Rs 6,495.30, up Rs 202.50, or 3.22 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 6,520 and an intraday low of Rs 6,216.65.

It was trading with volumes of 616 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,093 shares, a decrease of -43.66 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.35 percent or Rs 22.30 at Rs 6,292.80.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 8,781.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 5,202.45 on 26 September, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 26.03 percent below its 52-week high and 24.85 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 55,394.66 crore.

The real estate developer has acquired a prime 644 square meter land parcel at Lower Parel, Mumbai, for Rs 6.44 crore.

This land is proposed to be merged with the adjacent Ambavat Bhavan project, resulting in a consolidated land parcel of 1,310 sq. meters, with an estimated saleable carpet area of 0.32 lakh sq. ft. and a projected Gross Development Value (GDV) of Rs 130 crore.

The company has signed a License Agreement for a new property — Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels — located in Mhasrul, Nasik. The property will be managed by its subsidiary, Carnation Hotels.

Lemon Tree Hotels was quoting at Rs 166.45, down Rs 1.85, or 1.10 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 168.15 and an intraday low of Rs 164.55.

It was trading with volumes of 257,476 shares, compared to its five day average of 251,648 shares, an increase of 2.32 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.65 percent or Rs 1.10 at Rs 168.30.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 175.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 110.55 on 22 August, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 4.89 percent below its 52-week high and 50.57 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 13,186.94 crore.

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai, has sanctioned the Composite Scheme of Arrangement among Tata Motors, TML Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, and their respective shareholders.

Tata Motors was quoting at Rs 681.95, down Rs 4.75, or 0.69 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 687 and an intraday low of Rs 678.45.

It was trading with volumes of 254,886 shares, compared to its five day average of 823,279 shares, a decrease of -69.04 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.95 percent or Rs 6.45 at Rs 686.70.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,142.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 542.55 on 29 August, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 40.28 percent below its 52-week high and 25.69 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 251,074.24 crore.

The Sensex was down 576.39 points or 0.71 percent at 81,059.52, and the Nifty was down 172.20 points or 0.69 percent at 24,795.55. About 1044 shares advanced, 2387 shares declined, and 130 shares unchanged.

Rattanindia Enterprises was quoting at Rs 57.65, up Rs 4.68, or 8.84 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 57.85 and an intraday low of Rs 52.38.

It was trading with volumes of 1,592,626 shares, compared to its five day average of 238,063 shares, an increase of 568.99 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.55 percent or Rs 0.29 at Rs 52.97.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 84.72 and a 52-week low of Rs 37.45 on 18 September, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 31.95 percent below its 52-week high and 53.94 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 7,968.78 crore.

The Board has approved the appointment of Sankarasubramanian Krishnan as Non-Executive Part-Time Chairman of the bank, for a term up to March 26, 2028. This appointment is subject to approval by the Reserve Bank of India. Krishnan is currently an Independent Director on the Board.

Jammu and Kashmir Bank was quoting at Rs 102.45, down Rs 0.40, or 0.39 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 103.40 and an intraday low of Rs 102.40.

It was trading with volumes of 9,390 shares, compared to its five day average of 102,870 shares, a decrease of -90.87 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.05 percent or Rs 0.05 at Rs 102.85.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 117.20 and a 52-week low of Rs 82.01 on 01 July, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 12.59 percent below its 52-week high and 24.92 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 11,281.61 crore.

The Board has approved the appointment of Aseem Joshi as President and Managing Director (Designate) of the company, effective October 13, 2025. He will be responsible for managing the company’s overall operations.

3M India was quoting at Rs 30,526.55, down Rs 9.80, or 0.03 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 30,683.10 and an intraday low of Rs 30,218.35.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.15 percent or Rs 47.25 at Rs 30,536.35.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 37,126.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 25,714.35 on 05 November, 2024 and 03 March, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 17.78 percent below its 52-week high and 18.71 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 34,388.37 crore.

Rajendra Sahu, CEO – CDMO Business, has resigned to pursue opportunities outside the company. His resignation is effective September 20, 2025.

Vijay Kaiwar has been appointed as CEO Designate – CDMO Business, effective August 25. He will assume full responsibilities as CEO starting September 21, 2025.

Navin Fluorine International was quoting at Rs 4,903.50, down Rs 91.85, or 1.84 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 5,005.00 and an intraday low of Rs 4,874.20.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.79 percent or Rs 39.90 at Rs 4,995.35.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 5,442.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 3,164.00 on 31 July, 2025 and 19 September, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 9.9 percent below its 52-week high and 54.98 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 25,114.91 crore.

The company has received a work order worth Rs 1,160 crore from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) for providing services as a service provider to establish and run district-level Aadhaar Seva Kendras (ASKs).

The Reserve Bank of India has approved the appointment of Vishakha Mulye as Managing Director & CEO for a period of five years, and Rakesh Singh as Executive Director and CEO (NBFC) for a period up to July 22, 2027.

Aditya Birla Capital was quoting at Rs 283.65, down Rs 1.45, or 0.51 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 284.30 and an intraday low of Rs 280.55.

It was trading with volumes of 31,400 shares, compared to its five day average of 235,586 shares, a decrease of -86.67 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.38 percent or Rs 1.10 at Rs 285.10.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 292.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 148.75 on 22 August, 2025 and 17 February, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 2.94 percent below its 52-week high and 90.69 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 74,093.04 crore.

Brigade Enterprises was quoting at Rs 964.55, down Rs 3.00, or 0.31 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 988.80 and an intraday low of Rs 956.25.

It was trading with volumes of 1,531 shares, compared to its five day average of 30,558 shares, a decrease of -94.99 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.64 percent or Rs 6.15 at Rs 967.55.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,450.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 812.85 on 27 September, 2024 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 33.48 percent below its 52-week high and 18.66 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 23,581.61 crore.

Vodafone Idea was quoting at Rs 6.67, down Rs 0.73, or 9.86 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 7.12 and an intraday low of Rs 6.59.

It was trading with volumes of 62,486,577 shares, compared to its five day average of 32,936,707 shares, an increase of 89.72 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 4.67 percent or Rs 0.33 at Rs 7.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 16.55 and a 52-week low of Rs 6.12 on 29 August, 2024 and 14 August, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 59.7 percent below its 52-week high and 8.99 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 72,264.80 crore.

Bharti Hexacom was quoting at Rs 1,848.10, down Rs 9.80, or 0.53 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,848.10 and an intraday low of Rs 1,815.60.

It was trading with volumes of 1,918 shares, compared to its five day average of 16,564 shares, a decrease of -88.42 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.15 percent or Rs 2.80 at Rs 1,857.90.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 2,051.00 and a 52-week low of Rs 1,167.60 on 01 July, 2025 and 29 August, 2024, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 9.89 percent below its 52-week high and 58.28 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 92,405.00 crore.

HDFC Bank was quoting at Rs 971.15, down Rs 11.10, or 1.13 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 986.30 and an intraday low of Rs 968.10.

It was trading with volumes of 178,750 shares, compared to its five day average of 453,814 shares, a decrease of -60.61 percent.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 1,018.15 and a 52-week low of Rs 806.70 on 30 July, 2025 and 07 October, 2024, respectively. Currently, the stock is trading 4.62 percent below its 52-week high and 20.39 percent above its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 745,555.72 crore.

Karur Vysya Bank was quoting at Rs 218.90, down Rs 0.85, or 0.39 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 229.00 and an intraday low of Rs 216.55.

It was trading with volumes of 167,687 shares, compared to its five day average of 82,715 shares, an increase of 102.73 percent.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 231.29 and a 52-week low of Rs 153.67 on 01 July, 2025 and 13 March, 2025, respectively. Currently, the stock is trading 5.36 percent below its 52-week high and 42.45 percent above its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 17,626.75 crore.

Patel Retail shares made a healthy stock market debut on August 26 to list at nearly 20 percent premium over the IPO price after the issue drew strong investor interest with 95.70 times subscription between August 19 and 21.

The shares of Gem Aromatics made a muted debut on stock markets on August 26, listing with 2.5 percent premium over the IPO price at Rs 333.10 apiece on NSE. This comes despite the 451-crore IPO seeing strong investor interest during its three days of public bidding.

Vikram Solar stock listed at 2 percent premium over IPO price on NSE.

The Sensex was down 624.80 points or 0.77 percent at 81,011.11, and the Nifty was down 187.65 points or 0.75 percent at 24,780.10. About 936 shares advanced, 2297 shares declined, and 134 shares unchanged.

Vikram Solar shares are set to make their stock market debut on August 26 and are expected to list at around 11 percent premium over the issue price, according to latest grey market trends. The issue garnered strong investor demand in the initial public offering.

The Rs 2,079-crore IPO, which was open for subscription between August 19 and 21, was subscribed 54.63 times. The price band was fixed at Rs 315-332 per share. Ahead of the issue, the company raised Rs 621 crore from anchor investors.

The shares of Gem Aromatics are set to make their market debut tomorrow (August 26). The Rs 451-crore IPO saw strong investor interest during its three days of public bidding.

The maiden public issue of the company, which manufactures specialty ingredients including essential oils, aroma chemicals and value-added derivatives, was subscribed over 30 times its offer size between August 19 and August 21. The price band for the IPO was set at Rs 309-325 per share.

Patel Retail shares are expected to make a premium debut on stock exchanges on August 26 after its initial public offering (IPO) drew strong investor interest with 95.70 times subscription between August 19 and 21.

The company had set a price band of Rs 237-255 per share for the offer and raised over Rs 43 crore from anchor investors ahead of the issue.

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The Government of India has appointed Goldman Sachs as the sole banker for stake sales in four PSU banks - UCO Bank, Central Bank of India, Punjab & Sind Bank, and Indian Overseas Bank, reports CNBC-TV18.

UCO Bank was quoting at Rs 28.41, down Rs 0.40, or 1.39 percent and Central Bank of India was quoting at Rs 35.20, down Rs 0.41, or 1.15 percent.

Indian Overseas Bank was quoting at Rs 37.91, down Rs 0.27, or 0.71 percent and Punjab and Sind Bank was quoting at Rs 28.47, down Rs 0.39, or 1.35 percent.