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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sensex jumps over 600 pts, Nifty soars past 24,500 today; easing oil, global cues among key factors
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Sensex up 600 points, Nifty gains 167 points led by banks
- Easing crude oil prices and positive Asian cues boost sentiment
- Broad-based buying seen across Realty, Metal, and Auto sectors
RBI's price stability efforts have aided India's economic growth, says governor Sanjay Malhotra
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- India's growth outpaced global peers at 6.1 percent per year
- RBI's inflation targeting cut average inflation to 4.7 percent
- Government fiscal measures helped curb inflationary pressures
Nestle India Q4 Results Today: Here's look at street expectations for March quarter
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Nestle India Q4 revenue seen up 13.5% YoY to Rs 6,250 crore
- Profit after tax expected to rise 12.7% YoY to Rs 998 crore
- Growth driven by strong domestic volume and export gains
GIFT Nifty up, signals positive start for Sensex, Nifty; easing crude prices, Asia rebound support sentiment
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- GIFT Nifty signals a positive start for Indian markets
- Easing crude prices and Asian market rebound support sentiment
- FIIs remain net sellers while DIIs provide buying support
Silver ETF gains vs equity losses: Can you set them off?
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Short-term capital loss can offset both short and long-term gains
- Long-term capital loss can only offset long-term capital gains
- Unutilized losses can be carried forward for 8 years
India boosting domestic production of oil and gas, diversifying imports amid West Asia tensions: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- India raises oil, gas output, diversifies imports amid crisis
- RBI stresses flexible policy, monitors inflation and growth risks
- India's economy grew 6.1% annually over the past decade
HCL Tech Q4 FY26 Results Today: Margins, software decline in focus; street awaits FY27 guidance
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- HCL Tech Q4 FY26 revenue seen up 14% YoY, profit up 9% YoY
- Revenue to decline sequentially on software seasonality
- Margins may stay under pressure from wage hikes and restructuring
Daily Voice: Valuations at multi-year lows in private banks offer reasonable margin of safety, stay with domestic-oriented themes, says Bajaj Life's Srinivas Rao Ravuri
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Clearly prefer private banks, while remaining selective within PSU banks
- Private banks appear attractive both on absolute and relative basis compared to NBFCs
- Focus on domestic-oriented themes—both consumption and investment-led opportunities
What do we know about Anthropic's Mythos amid rising concerns?
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Anthropic debuts Mythos AI for advanced cybersecurity
- Mythos uncovered thousands of flaws in major software systems
- US, UK, and EU regulators met with banks to discuss Mythos risks
Banking industry scrambles for Anthropic's Mythos as global regulators review risks
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Banks rush to adopt Mythos AI amid rising cyber risk fears
- Regulators globally assess Mythos' cybersecurity threat to banks
- Mythos seen as highly capable at cyber offense, raising scrutiny
Who is John Ternus, the engineer set to replace Tim Cook as Apple's new CEO?
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- John Ternus named next Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook on Sept 1
- Ternus led hardware for iPhone, Mac, and AirPods
- Cook becomes executive chairman as Apple shifts focus to AI
Apple CEO Cook is lauded by investors as he prepares for new role
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Apple CEO Tim Cook to step down, John Ternus named successor
- Cook will become executive chairman on September 1
- Apple shares fell less than 1% after the announcement
Industrials, infra firms dominate IPO pipeline
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Industrials, infrastructure dominate upcoming India IPOs
- Civil construction tops with 17 firms set to go public.
- Tech sector sees fewer IPOs compared to post-pandemic years.
Trading Plan: Will Nifty 50, Bank Nifty reclaim previous day's high amid consolidation as the ceasefire deadline nears?
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Nifty's attempt toward 24,400–24,500 may be possible but sustainability key to watch
- 24,200–24,100 can act as an immediate support zone
- Bank Nifty may target a move toward 56,700–57,100 zone again
What Tim Cook told Apple staff after appointing John Ternus as new CEO
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- John Ternus named Apple CEO, succeeding Tim Cook on Sept. 1
- Tim Cook becomes executive chairman, remains at Apple
- Tom Marieb to lead hardware engineering as Ternus transitions
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade PB Fintech, Tata Power, KFin Technologies, Apar Industries, Acutaas Chemicals, and others on April 21?
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Experts advise betting on top 9 trading ideas for April 21 including PB Fintech, Tata Power, KFin Technologies, Apar Industries, Acutaas Chemicals
Citi sees oil at $110 if Hormuz disruption lasts another month
Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026
- Oil could hit $110 if Hormuz traffic stays blocked for a month
- Citi warns global oil inventories may hit 8-year lows by June
- Ceasefire won’t speed oil stock rebuild: over 2 years needed