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Currency Check | Rupee closes higher

Indian rupee ended higher at 92.38 per dollar on Tuesday versus previous close of 92.42.

Market Close | Day 2 of gains pushes Nifty above 23,550, Sensex up 500 pts led by auto, metal, realty

Indian benchmark indices ended higher on the second consecutive session on March 17 with Nifty above 23550.

Nifty midcap index rose 1 percent, while smallcap index added 0.5 percent.

Eternal, Tata Steel, M&M, HDFC Life and Bharti Airtel were among top gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Wipro, Tata Consumer, Infosys, Cipla, ITC.

Among sectors, except FMCG and IT, all other indices ended in the green with auto, infra, media, metal, realty, private bank up 1-2 percent.

Nifty50 Today | Bharat Electronics bags order

Bharat Electronics (BEL) has secured additional orders worth Rs 1011 Crore since the last disclosure on 25th February 2026.

Major orders received include communication equipment, radar warning and jamming system, fire control system, electro optic sight,fire detection & warning system for fighter aircraft, high energy laser, automatic train supervision system, headup display, software solutions, jammers, shelters, strategic components, upgrades, spares, services etc.

Bharat Electronics was quoting at Rs 439.95, up Rs 10.55, or 2.46 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 440.90 and an intraday low of Rs 430.50.

It was trading with volumes of 402,036 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,055,382 shares, a decrease of -61.91 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 2.32 percent or Rs 10.20 at Rs 429.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 473.25 and a 52-week low of Rs 252.25 on 06 March, 2026 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 7.04 percent below its 52-week high and 74.41 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 321,593.72 crore.

Sensex Today | AstraZeneca Pharma gets CDSCO permission to market Durvalumab

AstraZeneca Pharma India has received permission  from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India to import for sale and distribution of Durvalumab Solution for Infusion 120 mg/2.4 mL and 500 mg/10 mL [Brand Name: Imfinzi] for an additional indication.

Through this approval, Durvalumab is indicated for the treatment of patients with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (uHCC) who have not received prior systemic therapy.

AstraZeneca Pharma was quoting at Rs 8,485.65, up Rs 127.45, or 1.52 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 8,485.65 and an intraday low of Rs 8,313.45.

Sensex Today | 10.81 million shares of Vishal Mega Mart traded in two blocks: Bloomberg

Vishal Mega Mart was quoting at Rs 103.30, down Rs 2.80, or 2.64 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 106.95 and an intraday low of Rs 102.60.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 3.11 percent or Rs 3.20 at Rs 106.10.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 157.75 and a 52-week low of Rs 96.55 on 26 August, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 34.52 percent below its 52-week high and 6.99 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 48,273.31 crore.

Nifty Today | Nifty Infra index rises 1%; DLF, Bharat Forge, Tata Power, among top gainers

Sensex Today | Jefferies maintains 'buy' rating on Finolex Cables, target price at Rs 1,025

#1 Five price hikes in December quarter, two more in Jan–Feb to offset copper surge

#2 Electrical wire volumes up 28 percent YoY in Dec quarter due to restocking

#3 March quarter faces high base

#4 Data centers may boost power cable demand

#5 BharatNet orders could drive OFC volumes

#6 FY25–28 EPS CAGR estimated at 17 percent

#7 West Asia conflict may affect demand and polymer supply

Finolex Cables was quoting at Rs 859.90, up Rs 15, or 1.78 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 865 and an intraday low of Rs 843.05.

It was trading with volumes of 14,905 shares, compared to its five day average of 47,165 shares, a decrease of -68.40 percent.

When will the Iran war end? Why there is still no clear timeline and what could happen next

Sensex Today | Macquarie retains 'outperform' rating on Asian Paints, 'Neutral' on Kansai Nerolac

#1 Berger Paints & Kansai Nerolac announce 2–3 percent price hikes

#2 Hikes effective March 25, Berger signals another increase in April

#3 Margin face near-term pressure

#4 Outperform call on Asian Paints, target price at Rs 3,100

#5 Underperform call on Berger Paints, target price at Rs 410

#6 Neutral call on Kansai Nerolac, target price at Rs 220

Nifty Today | Extends shares gain on second day after 18 consecutive day fall

Nifty Today | PFC declares interim dividend

The board of directors of Power Finance Corporation (PFC) in its meeting held today have approved the fourth interim dividend at Rs 3.25 per equity share (i.e. 32.50%) on the face value of the paid-up equity shares of Rs 10 each for the FY 2025-26.

Power Finance Corporation was quoting at Rs 419.05, up Rs 12.55, or 3.09 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 419.20 and an intraday low of Rs 404.30.

It was trading with volumes of 378,747 shares, compared to its five day average of 295,913 shares, an increase of 27.99 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 0.26 percent or Rs 1.05 at Rs 406.50.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 443.95 and a 52-week low of Rs 330.05 on 22 April, 2025 and 18 December, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 5.61 percent below its 52-week high and 26.97 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 138,290.76 crore.

Markets@3 | Sensex up 650 points, Nifty above 23600

The Sensex was up 657.24 points or 0.87 percent at 76,160.09, and the Nifty was up 203.95 points or 0.87 percent at 23,612.75. About 2317 shares advanced, 1598 shares declined, and 112 shares unchanged.

Sensex Today | European indices trade higher; Dow Futures flat

Nifty Today | KPI Green Energy secures Rs 979 crore from Canara Bank

KPI Green Energy Limited secures sanction of ₹979 crore (Term Loan and Bank Guarantee Facility) from Canara Bank.

KPI Green Energy was quoting at Rs 388.95, up Rs 8.80, or 2.31 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 394.00 and an intraday low of Rs 374.65.

It was trading with volumes of 69,850 shares, compared to its five day average of 390,898 shares, a decrease of -82.13 percent.

Sensex Today | 0.2% equity of Eternal traded in seven blocks: Bloomberg

Eternal was quoting at Rs 236, up Rs 13.95, or 6.28 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 236.20 and an intraday low of Rs 222.75.

It was trading with volumes of 21,656,668 shares, compared to its five day average of 2,357,194 shares, an increase of 818.75 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 2.80 percent or Rs 6.05 at Rs 222.05.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 368.40 and a 52-week low of Rs 189.60 on 16 October, 2025 and 07 April, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 35.94 percent below its 52-week high and 24.47 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 227,748.28 crore.

Sensex Today | Goldman Sachs keeps 'buy' on Ultratech, 'neutral' on Shree Cement, Dalmia, Ambuja & JSW, 'sell' on ACC

#1 Incorporates initial impact of energy shortages and higher prices

#2 Pet-coke & coal costs rising, demand likely weak in Q4 & Q1 due to packing bag shortages infrastructure demand seen from FY27

#3 Price hikes partly offset cost pressures

#4 Prolonged high energy costs may hit infrastructure spending

Markets Live | Vishal Mega Mart sees Rs 112 crore block deal; stock down over 2%

Shares of Vishal Mega Mart were in focus after a large trade of 1 crore shares (0.2 percent equity) worth Rs 112 crore changed hands. The stock was trading 2.67 percent lower at Rs 103.27 following the transaction.

Markets Live | KPI Green Energy secures Rs 979 crore funding from Canara Bank for wind project

KPI Green Energy has secured a Rs 979 crore term loan and bank guarantee from Canara Bank for its 150 MW wind power project. Shares of the company were trading 1.66 percent higher at Rs 386.6.

Markets Live | PFC declares interim dividend of Rs 3.25 per share for FY26; stock gains

Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has declared an interim dividend of Rs 3.25 per share for FY26. Shares of the company were trading 2.15 percent higher at Rs 415 following the announcement.

Markets Live | Maruti Suzuki gets Rs 5,786 crore tax demand for FY23; to challenge order

Maruti Suzuki India said it has received a draft assessment order from the Income Tax Department amounting to Rs 5,786 crore for FY23. The company will file objections before the Dispute Resolution Panel and stated that the order will have no impact on its financials or operations. Shares of the company were up 1.4 percent at Rs 12,935, supported by strength in auto stocks.

Markets Live | Fractal Analytics shares rise 5% on launch of LLM Studio to bring GenAI customisation

Not gold, not the dollar: This asset is winning the Iran war market panic

Sensex Today | HDFC Securities initiates 'buy' on NTPC Green, target Rs 121

NTPC Green Energy was quoting at Rs 97.05, down Rs 1.48, or 1.50 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 99.25 and an intraday low of Rs 96.26.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 117.80 and a 52-week low of Rs 84.08 on 22 May, 2025 and 02 February, 2026, respectively. Currently, the stock is trading 17.61 percent below its 52-week high and 15.43 percent above its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 81,777.53 crore.

US-Iran war puts $1.3 billion worth of investments of 800 Indian small companies at risk

Markets@2 | Nifty at 23,550, Sensex gains 450 points

The Sensex was up 459.35 points or 0.61 percent at 75,962.20, and the Nifty was up 142.95 points or 0.61 percent at 23,551.75. About 2240 shares advanced, 1615 shares declined, and 124 shares unchanged.

Sensex Today | India Volatility index down 7%

Eased IPO float norms may enable fairer pricing, prevent muted mega listings, say experts

Sensex Today | Bata India, TCS, Coforge, among others hit 52-week low

Sensex Today | Asian markets end mostly higher; Kospi, Nikkei up 1% each

Sensex Today | Nifty Bank index up 0.5%; Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, among top gainers

Sensex Today | Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation signs MoU with NMDC

The company has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NMDC to explore opportunities for collaboration in the rare earth elements (REE) sector.

The collaboration will focus on assessing the potential development of an integrated rare earth value chain in Gujarat, including exploration, mining, beneficiation, processing, and downstream applications.

Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation was quoting at Rs 545.10, up Rs 13.20, or 2.48 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 551.50 and an intraday low of Rs 535.60.

Nifty50 Today | Alkyl Amines temporarily suspends manufacturing at three sites

The company is currently facing challenges in procuring ammonia, a key raw material used in the manufacture of methylamines, ethylamines, and their derivatives.

Due to the non-availability of ammonia, the company has been constrained to temporarily suspend the manufacturing of these products at its Patalganga, Kurkumbh, and Dahej sites, which constitutes a force majeure event arising from the geopolitical conflict.

The manufacture of other products at these sites, where ammonia is not required, will continue.

Alkyl Amines Chemicals was quoting at Rs 1,271.00, up Rs 10.00, or 0.79 percent.

It has touched a 52-week low of Rs 1,212.35.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,276.10 and an intraday low of Rs 1,212.35.

Sensex Today | JSW Energy & NTPC remain top picks: Jefferies

#1 Feb 2026 power demand rose 1 percent YoY

#2 Apr 2025–Feb 2026 demand up only 1 percent YoY due to strong monsoons

#3 FY26 demand target needs 14 percent YoY growth in March

#4 Generation up 2 percent in early March, higher temperatures may lift demand

Sensex Today | HSBC keeps 'hold' rating on Tata Motors PV, target price cut to Rs 340 from Rs 400

#1 West Asia exposure and raw material inflation pressure JLR

#2 India business supported by Sierra & Harrier Petrol demand

#3 JLR near-term recovery remains difficult

Tata Motors was quoting at Rs 431.90, down Rs 5.85, or 1.34 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 446.50 and an intraday low of Rs 431.25.

It was trading with volumes of 631,492 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,173,638 shares, a decrease of -46.19 percent.

Sensex Today | Svasti Microfinance raises Rs 47.5 crores

Svasti Microfinance has successfully raised INR 47.5 Crores from its core investor group, including Mr. Adar Poonawalla, Abler Nordic, and Rajiv Dadlani Group, through a combination of equity and subordinated debt.

Markets@1 | Sensex, Nifty trade higher

The Sensex was up 249.52 points or 0.33 percent at 75,752.37, and the Nifty was up 72.65 points or 0.31 percent at 23,481.45. About 2083 shares advanced, 1713 shares declined, and 124 shares unchanged.

Nifty Today | Nifty Private Bank index jumps 0.4%; ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, among top contributors

Sensex Today | Lupin and Zydus sign licensing agreement for Semaglutide injection

Lupin has entered into a Licensing and Supply Agreement with Zydus Lifesciences to expand access to innovative Semaglutide Injection (15 mg/3 ml) with a patientfriendly reusable pen device in India.

This partnership brings together Lupin’s extensive reach in the Indian market and Zydus’ robust development capabilities, driven by the shared objective of bringing advanced therapies for metabolic disorders.

Lupin was quoting at Rs 2,294.70, up Rs 4.55, or 0.20 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,312.20 and an intraday low of Rs 2,285.50.

It was trading with volumes of 3,371 shares, compared to its five day average of 14,137 shares, a decrease of -76.16 percent.

Zydus Lifesciences was quoting at Rs 892.05, up Rs 5.75, or 0.65 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 902.00 and an intraday low of Rs 890.00.

It was trading with volumes of 6,689 shares, compared to its five day average of 17,860 shares, a decrease of -62.55 percent.

Sensex Today | GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed at 0.65 times at 12:48 PM (Day 2)

QIB – 1.28 times

NII - 1.01 times

Retail – 0.16 times

Overall – 0.65 times

Sensex Today | Redington's arm operations affected due to ongoing geopolitical tensions

The company’s step-down subsidiary, Redington Gulf FZE, stated that its operations in the Gulf region are restricted due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.

At this stage, it is not possible to reliably quantify the financial impact, as it will depend on the duration and intensity of the situation.

Redington was quoting at Rs 224.55, down Rs 8.35, or 3.59 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 232.90 and an intraday low of Rs 221.05.

It was trading with volumes of 156,845 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,072,831 shares, a decrease of -85.38 percent.

Nifty Today | Persistent launches AI-Powered generative molecules and virtual screening solution powered by NVIDIA

Persistent Systems today announced it is working with NVIDIA to accelerate the development and deployment of AI-powered solutions for the Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS) industry.

Persistent Systems was quoting at Rs 4,530.00, down Rs 113.85, or 2.45 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 4,698.95 and an intraday low of Rs 4,498.10.

It was trading with volumes of 23,445 shares, compared to its five day average of 20,556 shares, an increase of 14.06 percent.

Sensex Today | Bajaj Electricals to acquire intellectual property and brand rights of Morphy Richards

The company announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the intellectual property and brand rights of Morphy Richards in India and select South Asian markets for Rs 141.4 crore.

Bajaj Electricals was quoting at Rs 365.30, up Rs 4.55, or 1.26 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 397.05 and an intraday low of Rs 363.05.

It was trading with volumes of 230,293 shares, compared to its five day average of 47,487 shares, an increase of 384.96 percent.

Sensex Today | Omaxe gets RERA Registration Certificates for two projects

The wholly owned subsidiaries of Omaxe have received RERA Registration Certificates for two projects — Omaxe World Mall and The Retreat — in Haryana and Punjab, respectively.

Omaxe was quoting at Rs 76.81, up Rs 8.19, or 11.94 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 80.05 and an intraday low of Rs 70.06.

It was trading with volumes of 58,074 shares, compared to its five day average of 5,726 shares, an increase of 914.25 percent.

Markets Live | Zydus, Lupin partner to co-market semaglutide in India

Zydus Lifesciences and Lupin have entered into an agreement to co-market semaglutide in India, strengthening their presence in the fast-growing diabetes and obesity treatment segment. Shares of Zydus Lifesciences were up 0.73 percent at Rs 893.35, while Lupin traded marginally higher at Rs 2,293, up 0.11 percent.

Markets@12 | Sensex, Nifty trade flat

The Sensex was up 11.29 points or 0.01 percent at 75,514.14, and the Nifty was up 7.25 points or 0.03 percent at 23,416.05. About 2095 shares advanced, 1631 shares declined, and 140 shares unchanged.

NiftyToday | Kotak Institutional Equities reiterate sell on all OMCs

#1 Raise oil price assumptions to USD 85/bbl for FY27 & USD 75/bbl for FY28

#2 West Asia crisis & Strait Of Hormuz disruption skew FY27 risks upward

#3 With limited retail pricing freedom, OMCs must absorb higher crude & freight/ins costs

#4 LPG shortages & negative public sentiment limit petrol/diesel price hikes

#5 OMCs benefited from elevated marketing margin in recent years

#6 Weak earnings may now erode this margin buffer

#7 Post-crisis, new LPG storage capex is likely

#8 IOC: Target price cut to Rs 100 from Rs 125

#9 BPCL: Target price cut to Rs 240 from Rs 300

#10 HPCL: Target price cut to Rs 235 from Rs 335

Currency Check | Rupee trades marginally lower

Indian rupee is trading marginally lower at 92.47 per dollar against previous close of 92.42.

Sensex Today | Puravankara subsidiary bags contract of Rs 280 crore

Starworth Infrastructure & Construction (SICL) has received a Letter of Intent for the construction of ruby block (Academic Block) Phase – I at VIT, Vellore Campus, Vellore – 632014 for the accepted value of Rs 280.35 crore.

Puravankara was quoting at Rs 181.95, up Rs 3.00, or 1.68 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 184.55 and an intraday low of Rs 177.50.

It was trading with volumes of 6,189 shares, compared to its five day average of 17,094 shares, a decrease of -63.79 percent.

Sensex Today | GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed at 0.63 times at 11:42 AM (Day 2)

QIB – 1.28 times

NII - 0.93 times

Retail – 0.15 times

Overall – 0.63 times

Sensex Today | Cupid Breweries and Distilleries expands presence in West Bengal with Bansal Udyog pact

The company has executed an agreement with Bansal Udyog, further expanding its presence in West Bengal, which is one of the largest markets in India for the consumption of alco-beverage products.

Cupid Breweries and Distilleries was quoting at Rs 25.11, down Rs 0.52, or 2.03 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 26.75 and an intraday low of Rs 24.50.

It was trading with volumes of 91,622 shares, compared to its five day average of 299,112 shares, a decrease of -69.37 percent.

Sensex Today | Nifty Media index up 0.6%; Sun TV, Tips Music, among top contributors

Sensex Today | Time Technoplast bags order of Rs 115 crore

The company has received a order valued at approximately Rs 115.56 crores from a reputed Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) for the supply of Type IV Composite CNG Cascades for deployment across City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks in India.

Time Technoplast was quoting at Rs 160.20, down Rs 0.05, or 0.03 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 162.40 and an intraday low of Rs 156.35.

It was trading with volumes of 73,084 shares, compared to its five day average of 81,984 shares, a decrease of -10.86 percent.

Sensex Today | Quess Corp appoints Lohit Bhatia as Group Chief Executive Officer

Lohit Bhatia has been appointed as a Whole-time Director, designated as the Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of the company for a period of three years, liable to retire by rotation, effective June 1, 2026, subject to shareholder approval.

Quess Corp was quoting at Rs 175.28, up Rs 0.09, or 0.05 percent.

It has touched a 52-week low of Rs 173.75.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 177.50 and an intraday low of Rs 173.75.

It was trading with volumes of 206,969 shares, compared to its five day average of 327,762 shares, a decrease of -36.85 percent.

Sensex Today | Zydus Lifesciences enters into agreement with PRG S&T

The company’s subsidiary Sentynl Therapeutics Inc. in the US is entering into an agreement with PRG S&T, a Korean company specializing in the development of medicines for rare genetic diseases, to license its investigational molecule Progerinin (SLC-D011) for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome.

Zydus Lifesciences was quoting at Rs 892.95, up Rs 6.65, or 0.75 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 902.00 and an intraday low of Rs 891.15.

It was trading with volumes of 4,739 shares, compared to its five day average of 17,860 shares, a decrease of -73.47 percent.

Stock Market LIVE Updates | Sensex erases more than 500 points from day's high

Sensex Today | Power Mech Projects receives order worth Rs 709.56 crore

The company has received an order worth Rs 709.56 crore from Adani Infrastructure Management Services for operations and maintenance services, including overhauling at the 5x660MW thermal power plant at Tiroda, Maharashtra.

Power Mech Projects was quoting at Rs 1,916.65, up Rs 26.30, or 1.39 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,987.40 and an intraday low of Rs 1,911.35.

It was trading with volumes of 24,750 shares, compared to its five day average of 4,277 shares, an increase of 478.73 percent.

Sensex Today | Redington's arm operations affected due to ongoing geopolitical tensions

The company’s step-down subsidiary, Redington Gulf FZE, stated that its operations in the Gulf region are restricted due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.

At this stage, it is not possible to reliably quantify the financial impact, as it will depend on the duration and intensity of the situation.

Redington was quoting at Rs 226.25, down Rs 6.65, or 2.86 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 232.90 and an intraday low of Rs 221.05.

It was trading with volumes of 138,722 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,072,831 shares, a decrease of -87.07 percent.

Sensex Today | Uttar Pradesh Government Signs MoU with Hinduja Global Solutions

OneOTT Intertainment Ltd. (OIL), the broadband vertical of Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd. (HGS), part of the Hinduja Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Employment Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh, aimed at strengthening youth employability, aligning skill development with industry requirements, and expanding opportunities in the digital economy, with a target to skill one lakh youth from the state and connect them with employment opportunities.

Hinduja Global Solutions was quoting at Rs 364.25, up Rs 2.95, or 0.82 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 365.30 and an intraday low of Rs 361.

Sensex Today | Nifty Midcap index up 0.5%, snaps 4-day fall

Sensex Today | MOSL retains 'buy' rating on Hindalco Industries, target price at Rs 1,110

#1 Management sees strong Asia demand led by renewables, infra, packaging and EVs

#2 West Asia conflict mainly raises coal costs

#3 75 percent energy from coal linkages, rest via e-auctions, higher e-auction prices raise costs

#4 Targets 100 percent captive coal by FY33 via three mines, saving around USD 200/t

#5 Expanding value-added aluminium & copper products to support margins

#6 Aditya FRP & battery enclosure ramping up

#7 IGT, battery foil and AC Fin commissioning ahead

Eternal shares rise over 4% to emerge as top Sensex gainer on value buying; JM Financial sees up to 80% upside

Markets@11 | Sensex rises 300 points, Nifty above 23500

The Sensex was up 328.38 points or 0.43 percent at 75,831.23, and the Nifty was up 115.55 points or 0.49 percent at 23,524.35. About 2291 shares advanced, 1296 shares declined, and 150 shares unchanged.

Sensex Today | BSE Metal index jumps nearly 2%, extends gain on second day

Nifty50 Today | Alkyl Amines temporarily suspends manufacturing at three sites

The company is currently facing challenges in procuring ammonia, a key raw material used in the manufacture of methylamines, ethylamines, and their derivatives.

Due to the non-availability of ammonia, the company has been constrained to temporarily suspend the manufacturing of these products at its Patalganga, Kurkumbh, and Dahej sites, which constitutes a force majeure event arising from the geopolitical conflict.

The manufacture of other products at these sites, where ammonia is not required, will continue.

Alkyl Amines Chemicals was quoting at Rs 1,260.05, down Rs 0.95, or 0.08 percent. It has touched a 52-week low of Rs 1,212.35. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,270.85 and an intraday low of Rs 1,212.35.

Colin Shah, MD, Kama Jewelry

Gold-buying has been the favourite investment hobby of Indians, and auspicious occasions like Gudi Padwa attract a large number of buyers, driven by sentimental value. This year, domestic jewellery sales during Gudi Padwa are likely to remain neutral, irrespective of the downtrend in gold prices after a long time. While some buyers from the investors’ fraternity may leverage this opportunity, the consumer class will be mindful, given the current geopolitical scenario.

Demand for affordable light-weight gold jewellery in 9k, 14k, and 18k is likely to see traction from young buyers who prefer practicality and the prestige of wearing a precious metal. However, this year will not record any significant festive spike in sales, and business is expected to remain neutral at large.

Sensex Today | Omaxe gets RERA Registration Certificates for two projects

The wholly owned subsidiaries of Omaxe have received RERA Registration Certificates for two projects — Omaxe World Mall and The Retreat — in Haryana and Punjab, respectively.

Sensex Today | NOCIL board approves Rs 130-crore capex for capacity expansion at Dahej plant

The Board has approved capital expenditure of approximately Rs 130 crore towards capacity expansion (rubber chemicals along with proportionate intermediates) at the Dahej plant.

NOCIL was quoting at Rs 136.10, down Rs 0.45, or 0.33 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 139.30 and an intraday low of Rs 136.

It was trading with volumes of 11,210 shares, compared to its five day average of 25,322 shares, a decrease of -55.73 percent.

Sensex Today | BSE Healthcare index gains nearly 1%; snaps 3-day fall

Sensex Today | GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals' CFO resigns

Juby Chandy has resigned as Whole-Time Director and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the company, effective March 11, 2026.

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals was quoting at Rs 2,412.05, up Rs 6.90, or 0.29 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 2,419.55 and an intraday low of Rs 2,399.70.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 0.76 percent or Rs 18.40 at Rs 2,405.15.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 3,515.95 and a 52-week low of Rs 2,220 on 05 June, 2025 and 21 January, 2026, respectively. Currently, the stock is trading 31.4 percent below its 52-week high and 8.65 percent above its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 40,861.58 crore.

Sensex Today | Nuvama keeps 'buy' rating on Marico, target price at Rs 900

#1 VAHO growth remains strong

#2 West Asia contributes 3–4 percent of revenue, no major impact yet

#3 Copra prices down around 35 percent from peak, price cuts likely

#4 Bangladesh growth remains strong

#5 West Asia tensions may raise raw material & packaging costs

Sensex Today | GSP Crop Science IPO subscribed at 0.61 times at 10:18 AM (Day 2)

QIB – 1.28 times

NII - 0.85 times

Retail – 0.13 times

Overall – 0.61 times

Dalmia Bharat, Shree Renuka, other sugar stocks rise up to 5% as govt approves additional export quota

Currency Check | Rupee trades flat

Indian rupee is trading flat at 92.42 per dollar against previous close of 92.42.

Trading Plan: Will Nifty 50, Bank Nifty extend gains for a second straight session as oil prices ease?

Sensex Today | BSE Auto index rises on second consecutive session

Sensex Today | Adani Enterprises gets NCLT approval for Scheme of Arrangement

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Ahmedabad, has sanctioned the Composite Scheme of Arrangement among Adani Green Technology (AGTL), Adani Emerging Businesses (AEBPL), Adani Enterprises (AEL), Adani Tradecom (ATL), and Adani New Industries (ANIL).

AGTL and AEBPL will be amalgamated into AEL.

All equity shares issued by AGTL and held by ATL will stand cancelled and extinguished.

Adani Enterprises was quoting at Rs 1,974.35, down Rs 1.25, or 0.06 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,996.85 and an intraday low of Rs 1,962.30.

It was trading with volumes of 9,053 shares, compared to its five day average of 335,478 shares, a decrease of -97.30 percent.

Sensex Today | Bajaj Electricals to acquire intellectual property and brand rights of Morphy Richards

The company announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire the intellectual property and brand rights of Morphy Richards in India and select South Asian markets for Rs 141.4 crore.

Bajaj Electricals was quoting at Rs 373.05, up Rs 12.30, or 3.41 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 397.05 and an intraday low of Rs 368.90.

It was trading with volumes of 183,869 shares, compared to its five day average of 47,487 shares, an increase of 287.20 percent.

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Markets@10 | Sensex rises 270 points, Nifty at 23500

The Sensex was up 269.41 points or 0.36 percent at 75,772.26, and the Nifty was up 91.30 points or 0.39 percent at 23,500.10. About 2010 shares advanced, 1296 shares declined, and 149 shares unchanged.

Sensex Today | 5paisa Capital shares trade ex-rights

5paisa Capital was quoting at Rs 291.60, down Rs 2.80, or 0.95 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 299.40 and an intraday low of Rs 291.60.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 3.30 percent or Rs 10.05 at Rs 294.40.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 435.95 and a 52-week low of Rs 290.71 on 09 June, 2025 and 14 November, 2025, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 33.11 percent below its 52-week high and 0.31 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 911.39 crore.

Sensex Today | BSE Telecom index rises 1%; ITI, Bharti Hexacom, Indus Towers, among top contributors

Sensex Today | Shree Cement incorporates wholly owned subsidiary in Mauritius

The business operations committee of the board of directors of the company, at its meeting held on 16th March, 2026, has approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary of the company in Mauritius.

The proposed company will be engaged in the business of installation and operation of cement, blending, storage and packaging facilities of cement, trading of cement, clinker, coal and other materials including all related and connected activities.

Shree Cements was quoting at Rs 23,201.20, down Rs 138.15, or 0.59 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 23,500.00 and an intraday low of Rs 23,189.45.

Sensex Today | Z-Tech (India) bags contract of Rs 10.87 crore

Z-Tech (India) has received a sub contract to execute the prestigious Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan Park project in Patna, Bihar.

The project involves Engineering and Development of the Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Narayan Park. The total estimated project capital cost of Rs 10,87,44,102.

Z-Tech India was quoting at Rs 515.00, down Rs 0.85, or 0.16 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 522.95 and an intraday low of Rs 515.

Sensex Today | 1 million shares of Tata Steel traded in a block: Bloomberg

Tata Steel was quoting at Rs 189.50, up Rs 2.35, or 1.26 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 189.90 and an intraday low of Rs 186.90. It was trading with volumes of 1,454,283 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,618,368 shares, a decrease of -10.14 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed up 2.04 percent or Rs 3.75 at Rs 187.15.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 216.50 and a 52-week low of Rs 124.20 on 25 February, 2026 and 07 April, 2025, respectively. Currently, the stock is trading 12.47 percent below its 52-week high and 52.58 percent above its 52-week low. Market capitalisation stands at Rs 236,562.92 crore.

Sensex Today | Axiscades Technologies to acquire balance 24% stake in Cades Studec Technologies India

The Board has approved the acquisition of the balance 24% stake in Cades Studec Technologies India from STUDEC SAS France, along with the execution of definitive agreements in this regard.

After the acquisition, Cades Studec Technologies India will become a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.

Axiscades Technologies was quoting at Rs 1,351.00, up Rs 29.90, or 2.26 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,351 and an intraday low of Rs 1,321. It was trading with volumes of 803 shares, compared to its five day average of 49,132 shares, a decrease of -98.37 percent.

Sensex Today | Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation signs MoU with NMDC

The company has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NMDC to explore opportunities for collaboration in the rare earth elements (REE) sector.

The collaboration will focus on assessing the potential development of an integrated rare earth value chain in Gujarat, including exploration, mining, beneficiation, processing, and downstream applications.

Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation was quoting at Rs 537.25, up Rs 5.35, or 1.01 percent. It has touched an intraday high of Rs 551.50 and an intraday low of Rs 537.25. It was trading with volumes of 64,956 shares, compared to its five day average of 142,041 shares, a decrease of -54.27 percent.

Sensex Today | Nifty PSU Bank index slips nearly 1%; Bank of Maharashtra, Union Bank of India, Bank of India, among top losers

Sensex Today | Rail Vikas Nigam gets LOA of Rs 95 crore from NMDC

The company has received a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) for the refurbishment of the permanent way of NMDC sidings and mobile equipment tracks, including maintenance at Kirandul and Bacheli, Chhattisgarh.

The order is worth Rs 95.27 crore.

Sensex Today | L&T Technology Services unveils AI-powered digital twin platform for lung care

The company has announced its next-generation, AI-powered digital twin platform for lung navigation, surgical planning, and respiratory diagnostics.

The platform combines LTTS’ MedTech expertise across medical imaging, AI-driven diagnostics, and connected healthcare systems with NVIDIA AI infrastructure to enable greater precision and enhanced outcomes.

LT Technology Services was quoting at Rs 3,293.55, down Rs 32.35, or 0.97 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 3,357.00 and an intraday low of Rs 3,272.75.

It was trading with volumes of 7,671 shares, compared to its five day average of 64,530 shares, a decrease of -88.11 percent.

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Sensex Today | Bajaj Electricals share price rises most in 10 months

Bajaj Electricals was quoting at Rs 384.20, up Rs 23.45, or 6.50 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 397.05 and an intraday low of Rs 368.90.

It was trading with volumes of 84,865 shares, compared to its five day average of 47,487 shares, an increase of 78.71 percent.

In the previous trading session, the share closed down 3.58 percent or Rs 13.40 at Rs 360.75.

The share touched a 52-week high of Rs 710 and a 52-week low of Rs 341.70 on 04 July, 2025 and 09 March, 2026, respectively.

Currently, the stock is trading 45.89 percent below its 52-week high and 12.44 percent above its 52-week low.

Market capitalisation stands at Rs 4,433.31 crore.

Sensex Today | Promoter will sale stake in Andhra Cements

Promoter Sagar Cements will sell up to 66.76 lakh equity shares of Andhra Cements (equivalent to 7.24% of the total paid-up equity) on March 17–18.

The floor price for the offer will be Rs 52 per equity share.

Sensex Today | Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions, and Binny will release their quarterly earnings today.

VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist, Geojit Investments

With total uncertainty and confusion regarding the trend of the war continuing, this uncertainty is getting reflected in the market, too. Even seasoned experts lack conviction to advise investors on the right strategy. All that can be said with conviction now is: remain invested and continue with SIPs.

Nifty’s sharp bounce of 257 points yesterday was triggered mainly by short-covering from oversold territory. This bounce back is unlikely to sustain, given the massive selling by FIIs which touched Rs 9366 crores yesterday. In the near-term this FII selling will continue since other markets like the South Korean and Taiwanese markets are giving better returns to FIIs.

More importantly, the earnings growth prospects in these markets look much better compared to India’s. In brief, the sustained FII selling is likely to weigh on markets in the near-term.

Sensex Today | BSE IT index slips nearly 1%; Orient Tech, Cigniti Technologies, Coforge, among top losers

Sensex Today | Kalpataru Project bags orders of Rs 2,471 crore

Kalpataru Projects International along with its subsidiaries have secured new orders / notification of awards of approximately Rs 2,471 Crores.

It included order for underground metro rail project in India (secured in joint venture /consortium), orders in the Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D) in India and overseas market and orders in the Buildings and Factories (B&F) business in India.

Sensex Today | Tata Motors announces price hike of commercial vehicle

The company announced a price increase of up to 1.5% across its commercial vehicle range, effective April 1, 2026, to partially offset the impact of rising commodity prices and other input costs.

Tata Motors was quoting at Rs 439.65, up Rs 1.90, or 0.43 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 445.90 and an intraday low of Rs 437.00.

It was trading with volumes of 61,579 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,173,638 shares, a decrease of -94.75 percent.

Sensex Today | Reliance Industries enters in long-term green ammonia supply contract with Samsung C&T Corporation

The company has entered into a binding long-term Supply and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Samsung C&T Corporation, South Korea, for the supply of green ammonia over a 15-year period, commencing in the second half of FY2029.

The SPA, valued at more than US$3 billion, is one of the largest binding long-term green ammonia off-take agreements globally.

Reliance Industries was quoting at Rs 1,398.85, up Rs 3.80, or 0.27 percent.

It has touched an intraday high of Rs 1,403.35 and an intraday low of Rs 1,394.85.

It was trading with volumes of 12,549 shares, compared to its five day average of 1,237,254 shares, a decrease of -98.99 percent.

Sensex Today | Gainers and Losers on the BSE Sensex in the early trade:

Opening Bell | Nifty around 23500

The Indian indices opened higher on March 17 on the back of positive global cues.

The Sensex was down 48.78 points or 0.06 percent at 75,454.07, and the Nifty was down 25.45 points or 0.11 percent at 23,383.35. About 1337 shares advanced, 810 shares declined, and 182 shares unchanged.

Tata Steel, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, Interglobe Aviation, Dr Reddy's Labs were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were HCL Technologies, Tech Mahindra, HUL, Coal India, NTPC.