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Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain on Bank Stocks, Global Cues

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade after a three-day slide, driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks and a firm trend in global markets, supported by easing US bond yields and record foreign-currency deposit inflows.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Hit By HDFC Bank, Geopolitical Tensions

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Hit By HDFC Bank, Geopolitical Tensions

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trading, primarily due to selling pressure on blue-chip HDFC Bank and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Sensex tanks 539 points, Nifty drops below 24,100 on HDFC Bank, geopolitical woes

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a sharp decline at the close of trade, with the Sensex dropping 539 points and the Nifty falling below 24,100, primarily due to selling pressure in HDFC Bank and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ancelotti banks on Neymar in Japan showdown

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ancelotti banks on Neymar in Japan showdown

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Coach Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful he will have Neymar available for more minutes in Monday's World Cup round of 32 fixture against Japan in Houston, and believes his Brazil side are ready for anything in what will be a tough knockout fixture.

Indian Equities End Flat as Global Central Bank Meetings Loom

Indian Equities End Flat as Global Central Bank Meetings Loom

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended flat on Tuesday, with the Sensex dipping nearly 70 points, as investor sentiment turned cautious ahead of crucial global central bank policy meetings and a significant sell-off in Asian markets.

How Indian Banks Can Drive A USD 30 Trillion Economy By 2047

How Indian Banks Can Drive A USD 30 Trillion Economy By 2047

Rediff.com12 Aug 2026

A new report by FICCI, BCG, and IBA outlines that India's banking sector must grow significantly faster than nominal GDP to support a USD 30 trillion economy by 2047, requiring banking assets of USD 45 trillion. The report highlights the sector's current strength, challenges in digitisation, and the need to enhance resilience against fraud and cyber threats, proposing a 13-point agenda for stakeholders.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Jump on Gains in Asian Markets

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Jump on Gains in Asian Markets

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded sharply in early trade, with the Sensex jumping over 530 points, tracking a broad-based rally in Asian markets after four consecutive days of decline.

HDFC Bank, Axis Bank drag Sensex down amid margin concerns, US-Iran tensions

HDFC Bank, Axis Bank drag Sensex down amid margin concerns, US-Iran tensions

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower due to significant selling in HDFC Bank and Axis Bank shares, driven by margin-related concerns and escalating US-Iran tensions, which also pushed crude oil prices higher.

Sensex, Nifty Dip as Banks, Elevated Crude Oil Prices Weigh on Sentiment

Sensex, Nifty Dip as Banks, Elevated Crude Oil Prices Weigh on Sentiment

Rediff.com7 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower, primarily due to a downturn in banking and financial stocks, coupled with crude oil prices remaining above USD 80 per barrel. Geopolitical uncertainties and new regulatory proposals for the non-bank lending sector also contributed to cautious investor sentiment.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty down on high crude prices and selling in bank stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty down on high crude prices and selling in bank stocks

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to a surge in crude oil prices and significant selling pressure on bank stocks, impacting overall investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 22.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge; IT Stocks, HDFC Bank Lead Rally

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Surge; IT Stocks, HDFC Bank Lead Rally

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw a significant rebound in early trade, with the Sensex jumping 726 points and the Nifty climbing over 200 points, primarily driven by strong performances in IT stocks, HDFC Bank, and renewed foreign fund inflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on July 29.

HDFC Bank, West Asia Crisis Pull Sensex, Nifty Down

HDFC Bank, West Asia Crisis Pull Sensex, Nifty Down

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their losses for a second consecutive day, primarily due to HDFC Bank's disappointing quarterly earnings and escalating tensions in West Asia, coupled with persistent foreign fund outflows.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip on Renewed West Asia Tensions, rising crude

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip on Renewed West Asia Tensions, rising crude

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced declines in early trade due to renewed tensions in West Asia, which led to a rebound in crude oil prices, coupled with weak global market trends and foreign fund outflows.

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Sensex, Nifty pare gains on mixed global cues

Rediff.com1 days ago

The benchmark BSE Sensex rebounded by 362 points, ending a four-day losing streak, driven by strong buying in metal, private banking, and oil and gas shares, while the broader NSE Nifty saw modest gains despite paring some advances in the closing session.

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Indian Equities Extend Losing Streak as Sensex Tumbles 417 Points

Rediff.com2 days ago

Indian benchmark equity indices extended their losing streak for a fourth consecutive day, with the Sensex tumbling 417 points due to rising crude oil prices and a significant sell-off in IT stocks, impacting overall investor sentiment.

Indian Stocks Fall as West Asia Tensions Push Crude Oil Higher

Indian Stocks Fall as West Asia Tensions Push Crude Oil Higher

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian stock markets closed lower due to selling in IT and FMCG shares, triggered by renewed tensions in West Asia which led to a rally in crude oil prices and concerns over inflation and interest rates.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down On HDFC Bank, US-Iran Crisis

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Down On HDFC Bank, US-Iran Crisis

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a downturn in early trade, primarily influenced by a dip in HDFC Bank shares, persistent outflows from foreign funds, and escalating geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. Track Sensex, Nifty performance.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Open Higher as Crude Prices Drop

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened higher, driven by a significant drop in crude oil prices and a positive trend in global equities, with foreign fund inflows further bolstering domestic markets.

Global headwinds push Indian markets marginally lower as oil prices surge

Global headwinds push Indian markets marginally lower as oil prices surge

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed marginally lower due to elevated crude oil prices, fresh US-Iran tensions, and expectations of a tighter monetary policy from the US Federal Reserve, despite strong domestic GDP growth.

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Indian Equities Extend Losses as West Asia Tensions Fuel Oil Price Hike

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, experienced their third consecutive day of declines, driven by a global selloff, escalating tensions in West Asia, and a subsequent rise in crude oil prices.

Geopolitical jitters, Iran sanctions weigh on Indian equities

Geopolitical jitters, Iran sanctions weigh on Indian equities

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower due to persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and elevated crude oil prices, with investors remaining cautious ahead of fresh US sanctions on Iran.

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1% as crude oil prices surge and bank stocks face selling pressure

Sensex, Nifty tank nearly 1% as crude oil prices surge and bank stocks face selling pressure

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled nearly 1 per cent for the third consecutive day, driven by a sharp spike in crude oil prices and significant selling in bank stocks, with Brent crude jumping to USD 95.27 per barrel.

Bank Stocks Drive Sensex, Nifty Up; US-Iran Tensions Cap Gains

Bank Stocks Drive Sensex, Nifty Up; US-Iran Tensions Cap Gains

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed higher, primarily driven by bank stocks and encouraging US inflation data, which fuelled expectations of a less aggressive Federal Reserve monetary policy. However, escalating US-Iran hostilities tempered investor sentiment, leading to some profit-taking.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Ride on Blue-chip Stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Ride on Blue-chip Stocks

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, opened higher on Monday, driven by strong buying in blue-chip stocks like HDFC Bank and Infosys, despite persistent geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices.

India Ranks Fifth in GenAI Patents

India Ranks Fifth in GenAI Patents

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

India published 929 generative AI patents in 2024 and 2025 alone -- equating to nearly 70 per cent of the 1,350 patents it published over the entire previous decade (2014 to 2023).

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain On Rally In IT Stocks

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Gain On Rally In IT Stocks

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade after two days of losses, driven by strong buying in blue-chip IT stocks and a rally in global markets.

Sensex, Nifty Recover Losses as Crude Oil Drops Below $90 a Barrel

Sensex, Nifty Recover Losses as Crude Oil Drops Below $90 a Barrel

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recovered intraday losses to close higher, driven by late-day buying and a significant decline in Brent crude oil prices, which fell 3 per cent to USD 89.32 per barrel.

Bank Stocks and Lower Oil Prices Fuel Sensex, Nifty Rally

Bank Stocks and Lower Oil Prices Fuel Sensex, Nifty Rally

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their winning streak to a fourth consecutive day, driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks and a decline in global crude oil prices. Fresh foreign fund inflows also contributed to the optimistic sentiment in the domestic equity market.

Indian Equities Decline as Profit-Taking Hits IT, FMCG Stocks

Indian Equities Decline as Profit-Taking Hits IT, FMCG Stocks

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, closed lower on Wednesday, reversing early gains due to profit-taking and weakness in sectors like IT, FMCG, and consumer durables, despite support from lower crude oil prices.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Show Resilience Amid Global Caution

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Show Resilience Amid Global Caution

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, traded marginally higher in early deals despite cautious global cues stemming from elevated crude oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a sharp fall in US markets. Track Sensex, Nifty on August 21, 2026.

Sensex Jumps 331 Points as IT Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Sensex Jumps 331 Points as IT Stocks Lead Market Rebound

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded after a two-day losing streak, driven by strong buying in blue-chip IT stocks and positive global market cues, with the Sensex climbing 330.92 points.

PSU Banks Q1FY27: BoB's Profit Dips on Settlement, BoI's Rises on Loan Growth

PSU Banks Q1FY27: BoB's Profit Dips on Settlement, BoI's Rises on Loan Growth

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

State-owned Bank of Baroda (BoB) reported a 72 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) drop in net profit to 1,278 crore for Q1FY27 due to a $600 million out-of-court settlement related to NMC Health Plc. In contrast, Bank of India (BoI) saw its net profit rise by 36.23 per cent Y-o-Y to 3,068 crore for the same quarter, driven by healthy loan growth and improved asset quality.

Geopolitical uncertainty, elevated oil prices drag Sensex, Nifty lower

Geopolitical uncertainty, elevated oil prices drag Sensex, Nifty lower

Rediff.com14 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed lower, with the Nifty recording its fourth consecutive day of decline, primarily due to elevated oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, which dampened investor sentiment.

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as bank stocks surge, crude oil prices dip

Stock markets today: Sensex, Nifty rally as bank stocks surge, crude oil prices dip

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw early gains driven by strong buying in blue-chip bank stocks, fresh foreign fund inflows, and a decline in global crude oil prices, boosting investor confidence.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices, West Asia Tensions

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Decline Amid Rising Crude Oil Prices, West Asia Tensions

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, saw declines in early trade, influenced by rising crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Experts suggest that crude oil remains a primary concern, with Brent holding near USD 88 a barrel due to renewed US warnings against Iran, embedding a geopolitical risk premium in energy markets. Track Sensex, Nifty

Some Revealing Facts About India's States!

Some Revealing Facts About India's States!

Rediff.com4 hours ago

As the world's most populous country, India's economy looks large in the aggregate even as its average incomes stay modest.

India to sustain 7% growth in FY27 despite global headwinds: Sitharaman

India to sustain 7% growth in FY27 despite global headwinds: Sitharaman

Rediff.com5 days ago

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that India is likely to sustain economic growth of 7 per cent or more in 2026-27, continuing the pace recorded since the Covid-19 pandemic, despite geopolitical uncertainties and supply-chain disruptions.

West Asia Tensions, Fed Minutes to Shape Gold and Silver's Next Move

West Asia Tensions, Fed Minutes to Shape Gold and Silver's Next Move

Rediff.com16 Aug 2026

Gold and silver prices are anticipated to maintain a positive trajectory in the coming week, with market volatility expected to remain high due to ongoing developments in West Asia and upcoming global economic data, particularly the Federal Reserve's FOMC meeting minutes.

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises to 1,243; PM Shah flags climate change link

Rediff.com2 days ago

Nepal's devastating flash floods have claimed 1,127 lives, with thousands still missing a week after the disaster. Rescuers are intensifying efforts to find survivors and recover bodies across affected regions, while police work to identify victims and relocate families from high-risk areas.

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip Amid US-Iran Standoff, High Crude Prices

Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty Dip Amid US-Iran Standoff, High Crude Prices

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced declines in early trade, influenced by the escalating US-Iran standoff and persistently high crude oil prices, with experts predicting increased volatility.