Asian stocks to fall as tech-led drop gains pace

Asian stocks to fall as tech-led drop gains pace

Business | Updated: Feb 05, 2026

  • Asian stocks set to fall as tech selloff deepens and investors rotate sectors
  • Nasdaq 100 posts worst two-day drop since October, breaching key technical level
  • US-listed Chinese firms and chipmakers see notable declines amid tech concerns
HDFC Life, ICICI Pru Life see distribution slowdown in Q4 of FY26

HDFC Life, ICICI Pru Life see distribution slowdown in Q4 of FY26

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • HDFC Life saw a 4 percent drop in banca channel in Q4 FY26
  • ICICI Prudential’s agency channel fell 18% year-on-year
  • Both insurers expect gradual recovery, not a sharp rebound
Iran crisis revives ethanol-diesel blending push after earlier failure; PMO weighs options

Iran crisis revives ethanol-diesel blending push after earlier failure; PMO weighs options

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • India rethinks ethanol-diesel mix over oil supply worries
  • Pilot trials show ethanol-diesel blending is technically feasible
  • States may adopt blending policy without central rollout
Avanti Feeds, Gokaldas Exports, others rise up to 5% as US initiates process to refund $166-bn reciprocal tariffs

Avanti Feeds, Gokaldas Exports, others rise up to 5% as US initiates process to refund $166-bn reciprocal tariffs

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Textile, seafood stocks gain up to 5% on US refund rollout
  • US businesses can apply for tariff refunds via new CBP portal
  • Supreme Court: Trump lacked authority to impose tariffs
Bengaluru-based QNu Labs eyes 1,000+ km quantum networks for army, navy after landmark demo

Bengaluru-based QNu Labs eyes 1,000+ km quantum networks for army, navy after landmark demo

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • QNu Labs to deploy quantum networks over 1,000 km for defence.
  • Quantum key distribution boosts security for Army and Navy.
  • Banks and enterprises show rising interest in quantum security.
Why chasing last year’s market winners can backfire

Why chasing last year’s market winners can backfire

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Market segment winners change frequently and unpredictably
  • Chasing last year's top performer often leads to disappointment
  • Diversifying across large, mid, and small caps smooths returns
Former UP Congress chief Arun Kumar Singh dies at 85; Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge mourn demise

Former UP Congress chief Arun Kumar Singh dies at 85; Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge mourn demise

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Former UP Congress chief Arun Kumar Singh dies at 85 in Prayagraj
  • Congress leaders mourn Arun Kumar Singh's passing
  • He served as UP cabinet minister and state Congress president
Tweaks to ease speculative offshore trading may not alter RBI's stance on NOP-INR soon 

Tweaks to ease speculative offshore trading may not alter RBI's stance on NOP-INR soon 

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • RBI eases some NDF curbs but keeps rupee NOP limits unchanged
  • Geopolitical risks and high oil prices keep RBI cautious
  • Rupee recovers 2 percent after earlier sharp depreciation
More NRIs buying life cover, Iran war triggers 35% monthly surge, shows Policybazaar data

More NRIs buying life cover, Iran war triggers 35% monthly surge, shows Policybazaar data

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • NRI demand for term insurance from India has doubled in 2 years
  • West Asia tensions drove a 35 percent monthly rise in purchases
  • Younger NRIs aged 25-35 now make up 54 percent of total demand
Living on EMI? How having too many monthly instalments can leave your future income already spoken for

Living on EMI? How having too many monthly instalments can leave your future income already spoken for

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Multiple EMIs can strain income and limit financial flexibility
  • Overdependence on EMIs hinders long-term financial goals
  • Maintaining liquidity is key to achieving financial success
Hindustan Copper triples FY27 capex to Rs 1,422 crore to expand mining

Hindustan Copper triples FY27 capex to Rs 1,422 crore to expand mining

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Hindustan Copper to invest Rs 1,421.7 cr in FY27 expansion
  • Capacity to rise from 3.81 MTPA to 12.2 MTPA by FY30
  • Company targets Rs 1,568 crore PAT by FY30 with digital upgrades
Amit Shah in West Bengal: 'Will hang goons who threaten citizens upside down after May 5'

Amit Shah in West Bengal: 'Will hang goons who threaten citizens upside down after May 5'

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Amit Shah urges West Bengal to vote out Mamata Banerjee
  • Promises Rs 3000 monthly aid for women and unemployed youth
  • Shah pledges action on post-poll violence, Gorkha solution
HPCL expects no material impact to financials due to Rajasthan fire; stock rises 1.5%

HPCL expects no material impact to financials due to Rajasthan fire; stock rises 1.5%

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • HPCL shares rose 1.46% after reassuring investors post-fire.
  • Rajasthan refinery fire contained; no significant damage reported
  • Refinery inauguration by PM Modi postponed; new date awaited.
Groww uses 36% of IPO proceeds so far, sits on Rs 645 crore cash

Groww uses 36% of IPO proceeds so far, sits on Rs 645 crore cash

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Groww has used only 36 percent of its fresh issue proceeds.
  • Shares of Groww rallied 44 percent since market debut.
  • Groww's Q4 FY26 net profit rose 122 percent to Rs 686 crore.
Investing aggressively in your 20s can build wealth fast, but how much risk is too much?

Investing aggressively in your 20s can build wealth fast, but how much risk is too much?

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Aggressive 20s investing hinges on your full finances
  • Risk, cash flow, and discipline matter more than age
  • Diversification and self-discipline are key for young investors
Capacity additions to drive power sector earnings even as demand remains subdued

Capacity additions to drive power sector earnings even as demand remains subdued

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Power demand growth slowed in FY26 despite robust capacity growth
  • NTPC, JSW Energy to see revenue growth, but profits may fall
  • BSE Power Index up 16.5 percent YTD, with mixed stock returns
How your bank can change loan terms over time and why borrowers often do not notice immediately

How your bank can change loan terms over time and why borrowers often do not notice immediately

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Loan terms can change due to rate benchmarks or lender policies
  • Borrowers often miss changes as updates are sent via email or SMS
  • Regularly reviewing loan statements helps avoid unexpected costs
RuPay rides UPI wave, nears 40% share in new credit cards, says report

RuPay rides UPI wave, nears 40% share in new credit cards, says report

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • RuPay nears 40 percent share in new credit card issuance in India
  • Mass market customers prefer RuPay for UPI-linked payments
  • Fintechs and RBI guidelines boost RuPay adoption across banks
Can parents claims tax breaks beyond Rs 50,000 under NPS Vatsalya?

Can parents claims tax breaks beyond Rs 50,000 under NPS Vatsalya?

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • NPS Vatsalya lets parents open NPS accounts for minors
  • Combined NPS and Vatsalya contributions get Rs 50,000 deduction
  • Deduction applies only under old tax regime, not the new one
Mazagon Dock, other defence shares rise up to 6% amid optimism over Rajnath Singh's 3-day visit to Germany

Mazagon Dock, other defence shares rise up to 6% amid optimism over Rajnath Singh's 3-day visit to Germany

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Defence shares rose up to 6% amid Rajnath Singh's Germany visit
  • India and Germany to sign defence industrial cooperation roadmap
  • Talks include co-production, AI, drones, and submarine deals
India's economy projected to grow at 6.4% this year: United Nations

India's economy projected to grow at 6.4% this year: United Nations

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • India's economy to grow 6.4% in 2026 and 6.6% in 2027
  • India led greenfield FDI in Asia-Pacific with $50 billion in 2025
  • US tariffs and remittance tax may impact India's exports, inflows
Dhan parent Raise Financial acquires algo-trading platform Stratzy in cash-and-stock deal

Dhan parent Raise Financial acquires algo-trading platform Stratzy in cash-and-stock deal

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Raise buys algo-trading platform Stratzy in cash-stock deal
  • Stratzy to be wholly owned subsidiary, stay independent
  • Raise to broaden algorithmic investing for retail users
Petrol, diesel prices today, April 21: Any change in fuel rates today? Check latest prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai

Petrol, diesel prices today, April 21: Any change in fuel rates today? Check latest prices in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Fuel prices unchanged in major Indian cities
  • Delhi petrol at Rs 94.77, diesel at Rs 87.67 per litre
  • Fuel prices stable despite global crude oil market volatility
Bitcoin surge past $76K on strong institutional demand; key cues investors should look for

Bitcoin surge past $76K on strong institutional demand; key cues investors should look for

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Bitcoin trades near $76,000, up 1.49% amid market volatility
  • Institutional demand rises as Strategy buys 34,164 BTC
  • Major cryptos follow Bitcoin; RaveDAO surges over 130%
Bank Nifty, PSU, private indices jump over 1% amid broad-based buying; Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, among top movers

Bank Nifty, PSU, private indices jump over 1% amid broad-based buying; Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, among top movers

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Banking stocks led market gains as crude prices eased
  • Nifty Bank index rose 1.09 percent, outperforming benchmarks
  • Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, and PSU banks posted notable gains
Nestle India shares rise 1.87% ahead of Q4 FY26 results today; Volumes, margins in focus

Nestle India shares rise 1.87% ahead of Q4 FY26 results today; Volumes, margins in focus

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Nestle India shares rise ahead of Q4 FY26 results announcement
  • Revenue seen up 13.5%, profit up 12.7% year-on-year
  • Growth driven by strong domestic volume and export gains
What 20 years of gold performance tells us about portfolio diversification

What 20 years of gold performance tells us about portfolio diversification

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Gold smooths portfolio volatility and reduces drawdowns.
  • Adding 10-25 percent gold improves risk-adjusted returns.
  • Gold works best as a stabilizer, not a primary growth driver.
PNB Housing shares rise 8% as Q4 net profit jumps 19% to Rs 656 crore

PNB Housing shares rise 8% as Q4 net profit jumps 19% to Rs 656 crore

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • PNB Housing Q4 profit rises 19% to Rs 656 cr on loan demand
  • Gross NPAs improved to 0.93% from 1.08% last year
  • Board recommends Rs 8 dividend per share for FY26
HCL Tech share price in green before Q4 results today; Guidance key for street

HCL Tech share price in green before Q4 results today; Guidance key for street

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • HCL Tech shares rise ahead of Q4 FY26 earnings announcement
  • Analysts expect mixed results with annual growth but weak quarter
  • Margins pressured by wage hikes and soft software demand
Why disclosing foreign ESOPs in ITR matters: Here is the recent ITAT ruling

Why disclosing foreign ESOPs in ITR matters: Here is the recent ITAT ruling

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • ITAT: non-disclosure of foreign ESOP shares a technical breach
  • Penalty of Rs 10 lakh under Black Money Act was set aside
  • Tribunal found no intent to conceal assets or evade taxes