Foreign inflows exceed $2 billion in Indian equities over nine sessions

Foreign inflows exceed $2 billion in Indian equities over nine sessions

Business | Updated: Feb 10, 2026

  • Foreign investors bought nearly $2 billion in Indian equities over nine sessions
  • Market rally follows improved valuations and easing trade uncertainties
  • Sensex and Nifty gained over 3 percent; broader markets outperformed
Less than 10% of India’s exports via Strait of Hormuz may struggle to find new markets

Less than 10% of India’s exports via Strait of Hormuz may struggle to find new markets

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Less than 10 percent of India's Hormuz exports face major risk
  • EU, US, and ASEAN can absorb most redirected Indian exports
  • Rice, cardamom, and goats are most vulnerable to Gulf disruption
Amara Raja ramps up lithium play with telecom, data centre scale-up, eyes 80-country expansion

Amara Raja ramps up lithium play with telecom, data centre scale-up, eyes 80-country expansion

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Amara Raja to begin lithium cell pilot output in Telangana in June
  • Firm eyes telecom, data centre, ESS for lithium expansion
  • Targets 80+ export markets, moving beyond lead-acid batteries
Wednesday season 3 first look: Jenna Ortega heads to Paris as story expands

Wednesday season 3 first look: Jenna Ortega heads to Paris as story expands

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Wednesday Season 3 moves to Paris with Jenna Ortega returning.
  • Production began in early 2026, filming in Paris and Ireland.
  • New cast includes Eva Green, with familiar faces returning.
Marcellus rejigs portfolio: Exits from IT, makes healthcare bet amid continued consumption slowdown

Marcellus rejigs portfolio: Exits from IT, makes healthcare bet amid continued consumption slowdown

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Marcellus exits IT, ups healthcare and exports in CCP
  • Portfolio now has 19 stocks
  • Shift driven by AI threat to IT jobs and weak domestic demand.
Taking Stock: Nifty ends above 24,550, Sensex up 750 pts on US–Iran talks optimism

Taking Stock: Nifty ends above 24,550, Sensex up 750 pts on US–Iran talks optimism

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Sensex rose 753 points, Nifty up 211 points on broad-based buying
  • All sectoral indices ended in green; FMCG, Realty up 2 percent
  • 140+ stocks at 52-week highs; PNB Housing surges 8%
India puts UK BIT on hold over taxation, MFN issues; talks continue with EU, Saudi Arabia

India puts UK BIT on hold over taxation, MFN issues; talks continue with EU, Saudi Arabia

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • India-UK investment pact stalled over MFN and tax disputes
  • India insists on excluding taxation from all BIT negotiations
  • India continues BIT talks with EU, Saudi, Bahrain, Maldives
Indian banks hold back on NDF contracts for clients despite RBI loosening curbs: Report

Indian banks hold back on NDF contracts for clients despite RBI loosening curbs: Report

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Most Indian banks still avoid rupee NDF trades despite RBI easing
  • Banks wary amid high compliance risks, tighter RBI scrutiny
  • NDF arbitrage wanes as onshore-offshore spreads narrow
Nestle India shares rise over 8% post-Q4 results: Here are three reasons

Nestle India shares rise over 8% post-Q4 results: Here are three reasons

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Nestle India shares rose 5.5% after strong Q4 results
  • Quarterly profit up 26%, revenue grew 23% to Rs 6,748 crore
  • Volume surge and cheaper inputs fueled the stock rally
Apple remains top global bet as Indian mutual funds hold over Rs 1,800 crore across 8 schemes

Apple remains top global bet as Indian mutual funds hold over Rs 1,800 crore across 8 schemes

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Indian MFs hold 7.65L Apple shares worth ₹1,828 crore
  • Tim Cook resigns; John Ternus becomes Apple CEO Sept. 1
  • Motilal Oswal NASDAQ 100 ETF has the highest Apple exposure
Beyond cars: Tesla’s India hiring signals global AI, tech hub ambitions

Beyond cars: Tesla’s India hiring signals global AI, tech hub ambitions

Business | Updated: Apr 21, 2026

  • Tesla hiring spans AI, hardware, and supply chains
  • India role expands beyond cars into deep tech
  • Focus on manufacturing, software, and global operations
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