Fears around artificial intelligence (AI) sparked a global selloff in information technology (IT) stocks, dragging down domestic software shares and prompting the heaviest foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows since the second half of July 2025.
So far this year, the rupee has fallen by 4.2 per cent, the worst among its Asian peers.
'Trade deal will act as a strong trigger for market sentiment, not just for domestic investors but also for FIIs.'
The Bahujan Vikas Aghadi supporters gheraoed Vinod Tawde and raised slogans.
The IMD issued a 'red alert' for Pune district and asked people to take precautions.
'Modi knows the people here are opposed to this project, but he is using the might of government to push this port down our throats.'
Considering the Indian women's softball team's regular participation in the Asian championships, Softball Asia granted a wild card entry to India.
Rediff readers tell us how they are celebrating Ganeshotsav this year.
Local train services came to a halt between Badlapur and Ambarnath section in Maharashtra's Thane district adjoining Mumbai due to water-logging on railway tracks after heavy rains, officials said.
HDFC and HDFC Bank's merger - touted as India's biggest-ever corporate merger - pumped up shares of the two entities on the bourses. Shares of Housing Finance Development Corporation (HDFC) skyrocketed 9 per cent while those of HDFC Bank zoomed 10 per cent. In comparison, the benchmark S&P BSESensex and the Nifty50 indices settled 2.2 per cent higher on Monday.
Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has submitted its interim report on the fatal accident of industrialist Cyrus Mistry to the Palghar police, which mentions that the brakes of the vehicle were pressed five seconds before it crashed into the road divider, a senior official said on Friday.
While the lender has Rs 17,000 crore of retail assets and land parcels in Juhu, Borivali, Worli, and Chembur in Mumbai, there may be a disconnect between the quality of DHFL's books and the value bidders ascribe to it.
The Street was following the Karnataka election closely as a test for the Modi-led BJP's prospects in the 2019 Lok Sabha poll. Investors, however, are likely to wait for the next round of state elections to judge whether the momentum is still with it.
Villagers from Raigad and Nashik in Maharashtra and Mangalore in Karnataka speak about how their lives and livelihoods will be affected by special economic zones in their regions.
Retail investors may burn their fingers investing in them, especially if the markets correct, experts tell Sanjay Kumar Singh
Analysts say that the focus now shifts to global events
When there is panic, you get an opportunity to get your hands on some of the good stocks.
If you are bullish on the consumption theme, consider specialised mutual funds that focus on this theme. Remember that such sectoral mutual funds should not make up more than 5% to 10% of your equity portfolio.
A fall presents an opportunity to buy rate-sensitive stocks.
Though India has been one of the best-performing markets in the last two months, it has lagged some of its emerging market peers such as the Philippines, Thailand and South Africa.
UK operations of several Indian companies might take a hit.
A bonus is given to existing stockholders in proportion to the number of shares they already hold.
Brent crude prices fell to $57 a barrel on Monday from $62 a barrel.
Participants will keenly watch fate of GST Bill in Parliament.
Index heavyweights Reliance Industries and ITC were the top losers along with ICICI Bank and SBI
The outcome is beyond the market's expectation and will be a sentimental boost, say analysts.
FII stance, progress of monsoon, crude oil and rupee movement are likely to dictate the trend.
The reason is believed to be a 19% increase in interest cost.
Markets taking cue on future rate cuts from RBI policy.
Rate-sensitive sectors like banks, auto and realty witnessed strong buying demand in trades today
Infosys, however, feels the high level of cash is an important tool to weather tough times.
New strategy for Infosys by October, says Nandan Nilekani. New chairman's other priorities: Hiring CEO, reviewing Panaya probe reports.
IT exporters were the top gainers amid a weak rupee along with select index heavyweights.
The Indian indices also offer one of the lowest dividend yields.
Experts feel select companies in banking, automobiles, financial services & real estate will gain from lower interest rates
Analysts mostly prefer domestic plays beside select films with foreign exposure.
The derivatives expiry on Thursday is also expected to add to the volatility.
I-T lens on current account deposits over Rs 12.5 lakh. All the news and more post demonetisation.
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