HAL CMD says no official communication on exiting AMCA project
Business | Updated: Feb 05, 2026
- HAL says no official word on exclusion from AMCA fighter jet programme.
- Five LCA Mk1A jets are fully ready for delivery as per contract specifications.
- HAL anticipates 25% revenue from civil aircraft in the next decade.
Hormuz disruption lifts oil, rattles markets as Iran warns retaliation before ceasefire deadline
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Oil jumps 6% as Iran tensions disrupt Hormuz shipping
- Dollar rebounds as markets turn cautious on conflict fears
- Ceasefire uncertainty and shipping flows drive market sentiment
Muted IPO action seen this week as only one public issue scheduled for launch
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Leapfrog Engineering Services IPO to open on April 22
- Mehul Telecom will close its Rs 27.73-crore IPO for subscription on April 21
- Citius Transnet Investment Trust IPO will also remain open till April 21
Daily Voice: FY27 could be better than FY26, says this fund manager; Iran conflict remains key risk
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Market currently favourable for bottom-up stock selection across market capitalisations
- We come across good investment candidates in Small cap/Mid Cap/Large cap categories
- Earnings growth for corporate India likely to surpass FY26 levels
Trading Plan: Will Nifty 50, Bank Nifty extend gains for second straight day as traders await US-Iran talks before the ceasefire deadline?
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- In case of rally, Nifty may march toward 24,500–24,700
- Immediate support is seen in 24,200–24,100 zone
- Bank Nifty needs to decisively surpass 56,800 for a move toward 57,700
Trade Spotlight: How should you trade Cochin Shipyard, Zen Tech, Power Grid Corporation, Azad Engineering, Emmvee Photovoltaic, and others on April 20?
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Experts pick up top 9 buy ideas for April 20 including Cochin Shipyard, Zen Tech, Power Grid Corporation, Azad Engineering, Emmvee Photovoltaic
Stocks to Watch Today: HDFC Bank, EMS, ICICI Bank, Cipla, Aurobindo Pharma, Bharat Wire Ropes, Lupin, Lemon Tree Hotels in focus on 20 April
Business | Updated: Apr 20, 2026
- Stocks in Focus on Apr 20: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Yes Bank, Mastek, EMS, Lupin, Cipla, Aurobindo Pharma, Trent, BHEL, Bharat Wire Ropes
Centre proposes to continue river basin management scheme with Rs 2,183 crore outlay for 2026-31
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Centre to extend river basin scheme with ₹2,183 crore
- Focus on NE, J&K, Ladakh basins for water, flood, and power needs
- Modern tech boosts irrigation, flood control, and planning
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Strait of Hormuz, Iran peace talks progress, Q4 earnings, oil prices, FII flow among 10 key factors to watch
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Monday, market will first react to HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank’s quarterly numbers, as well as closure of Strait of Hormuz
- Market direction to be driven by progress in peace talks, developments in Strait of Hormuz, crude oil prices, FII sentiment, and March quarter earnings
- Overall trend likely to remain positive, despite expected volatility linked to a potential US-Iran deal
India's LPG consumption slides 13% amid West Asia conflict
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- India’s LPG use fell 13% in March amid supply issues
- Domestic LPG down 8.1%, non-domestic down 48%
- Petrol and diesel sales rose, while jet fuel growth was flat
India, US to begin three-day trade pact talks in Washington from April 20
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Indian, US officials to hold trade talks in Washington Apr 20-22
- Talks to address new US tariffs and ongoing trade investigations
- India seeks to revise trade pact terms after US tariff changes
Trade Setup for April 20: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell as Strait of Hormuz stays in focus amid potential US-Iran deal
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Nifty needs to sustain above 24,400 for further upward journey toward 24,700–24,800
- Immediate support is seen at 24,100, followed by 23,900 as a crucial level
- Strait of Hormuz remains a critical factor, which needs to be permanently opened for correction in oil prices and a sustainable market rally.
Air India accelerates Dreamliner upgrade, plans to retrofit 8 Boeing 787-8 aircraft in 2026
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Air India to retrofit 8 legacy Boeing 787-8 planes in 2024
- 85 percent of 787-8 retrofits to finish by end of 2027
- All legacy 787-8 retrofits expected by early 2028
India banks see 11-13% credit growth despite geopolitical risks: Survey
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Bankers see non-food credit rising 11–13% by June 2026
- Retail, SME, and services sector credit demand remains strong
- AI seen as disruptive for banks; cybersecurity is top challenge
Bai Hirabai Trust to move for alteration of restrictive clauses on trustee eligibility, says Tata Trusts
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Tata Trusts to seek amendment of clauses barring non-Zoroastrians
- After challenge to trustee picks at Bai Hirabai Trust
- Trustees say changes align with Tata's inclusive, secular values
India could save Rs 34,200 crore if coal-based DME replaces part of LPG imports: Report
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- 20% DME-LPG blend may reduce imports by 6.3 million tonnes
- India could save up to USD 4.04 billion in forex annually
- BIS allows up to 20 percent DME-LPG blending in India
How fear of investing can quietly cost you more money than market losses ever might
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Avoiding investing feels safe but harms long-term wealth
- Delaying investing sacrifices compounding and future growth
- Managing investment fears with knowledge leads to better outcomes
Eating out regularly vs cooking at home: The long-term financial difference adds up fast
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Eating at home costs much less than dining out or ordering food.
- Extra charges like delivery fees and tips add up over time.
- Cooking at home cuts costs and improves budget control
Earning well but not saving anything? Here’s where your money may actually be going
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Lifestyle inflation can prevent savings despite higher income
- High fixed and unnoticed small expenses reduce saving potential
- Lack of systematic saving habits leads to missed wealth building
Layoff storm or tech bloodbath? 73,200 jobs cut in Q1 2026 as Snap, Disney, Meta, Oracle slash roles
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Over 73,200 tech jobs cut in Q1 2026 by 95 companies
- Snap, Disney, Meta, and Oracle announce major layoffs
- Layoffs tied to cost cuts and AI-driven restructuring
How one medical emergency can wipe out years of savings and disrupt your financial plans
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Medical emergencies can quickly drain household savings
- Limited insurance coverage worsens financial strain
- Preparing with insurance and emergency funds reduces impact
How inflation quietly erodes long-term financial plans and reduces future purchasing power
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Inflation erodes the value of savings over time
- Ignoring inflation leads to undersaving for future goals
- Retirement planning is most affected by inflation risks
Buying gold on Akshaya Tritiya? Here’s how physical gold, ETFs, and digital gold are taxed
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Gold gains taxed at slab rate or 12.5% LTCG
- Gold ETFs and mutual funds taxed as listed securities
- SGBs tax-free only if held till 8-year maturity from April 2026
Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Should you buy gold after sharp correction
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Gold and silver prices corrected sharply after 2025 peaks
- Geopolitics and oil prices weigh on bullion market outlook
- Digital gold trading rises as Indian investors adapt swiftly
Broader indices outperformed; these mid, smallcaps give double digit return
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Midcap and smallcap indices gained 3–4% on improved sentiment
- BSE market cap surged by over ₹14 lakh crore this week
- Nifty may target 24,600–24,800 if resistance is crossed
Seven weeks of war, one big question: Is the global economy sliding into stagflation?
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Global economy faces stagflation risk amid Middle East conflict
- Oil prices drive inflation, eroding consumer spending power
- Key economic data this week may shape central bank decisions
West Asia war may cause short-term pain, but long-term resilience intact, says Julius Baer's Ashwin Patni
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Do not expect Q4FY26 numbers to significantly show effect of Iran war
- Markets keenly listening to management commentaries during ongoing quarterly result window
- No reason to worry about long term trajectory
SpaceX IPO: The case for an Indian investor to go global; without going blind
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- SpaceX IPO: Company reportedly targeting a $1.75 trillion valuation
- At reported target SpaceX would debut at roughly 108x trailing sales
- Next decade may belong to firms that own both physical and digital infrastructure beneath artificial intelligence
Hormuz tensions keep commodity markets on edge; all eyes on Fed’s Kevin Warsh testimony
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Traders to closely track US retail sales, pending home sales, weekly jobless claims for further signals on consumer resilience
- All eyes on incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's congressional testimony on Tuesday
- For MCX Gold Futures, Rs 1,57,500 acts as immediate resistance, followed by Rs 1,59,200
Chartist Talk: Nifty may head to 25,000 if 24,700 breaks, says SBI Securities’ Sudeep Shah; shares top picks
Business | Updated: Apr 19, 2026
- Nifty 50 likely to sustain its pullback rally in near term
- Immediate resistance seen at 24,650–24,700 zone
- Nippon Life and HDFC AMC likely to maintain their upward trajectory in short term