Assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak explained the recall of veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar to India's T20I squad for the New Zealand series, citing his experience and strong IPL performances. Kotak also addressed questions regarding Mohammed Shami's absence and the reported involvement of VVS Laxman in selection meetings, while discussing India's ongoing winning streak and bench strength development.
Anup Saha, currently a Wholetime Director at Kotak Mahindra Bank, has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer for a three-year term, effective January 1, 2027, with the Reserve Bank of India's approval.
India's leading private-sector banks, including HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank, reported robust deposit growth in the July-September quarter (Q2FY27), significantly aided by the Reserve Bank of India's concessional FCNR(B) swap window.
India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak lauded Devdutt Padikkal for his maiden international century against Sri Lanka, highlighting his dedicated work on back foot play and shot selection. Kotak also provided an update on vice-captain KL Rahul, who retired hurt due to cramps but is expected to be fit for the next day's play. The coach further discussed the Galle pitch conditions, anticipating more turn as the Test progresses, and praised Rahul's versatility across formats.
Selected students will receive Rs 1.5 lakh per year to cover academic expenses such as tuition fees, hostel charges, books, stationery, laptops, internet and transportation.
Over a dozen mutual fund houses in India have temporarily suspended fresh subscriptions in their gold fund of funds (FoFs) and gold-silver FoFs, a move believed to be influenced by directions from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) ahead of the festive season.
Manvanth Kumar's brilliant maiden first-class hundred, a composed 135 off 214 balls, enabled Karnataka to post 342 all out before their bowlers rattled Saurashtra's top-order, reducing them to 164 for four at stumps on day two of their Ranji Trophy Group B match.
Jio Platforms, the digital arm of Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), is launching its initial public offering (IPO) with a price band of 1,065-1,119 a share, aiming to make RIL a net-debt-free company and create long-term shareholder value.
India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak lauded left-arm spinner Manav Suthar's impressive Test debut, where he took seven wickets, attributing his success to the BCCI's robust talent identification system. Kotak also commented on Sai Sudharsan's performance but remained non-committal on a settled batting line-up.
Ahead of the second T20I against West Indies in Ranchi, local player Ishan Kishan and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showcased their attacking batting in India's practice session. Kishan, returning to the national setup after a disciplinary issue, impressed assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak with his maturity. Sooryavanshi, a young talent, also drew significant attention with his powerful hitting. The team, having won the first T20I, plans to maintain its fearless approach for the upcoming match.
India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill as the preferred opening pair, while urging Yashasvi Jaiswal to continue working hard for his opportunities. Kotak also highlighted the invaluable experience of senior players like Rohit, Kohli, and Jadeja in preparing the team for the 2027 World Cup, emphasising a series-by-series planning approach. He also confirmed Shubman Gill's fitness for the upcoming match.
Akash Ambani is leading Jio Platforms' initial public offering (IPO), set to be India's largest, with a strategy that includes appealing to regional investors and drawing parallels to his grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani's historic public listing of Reliance Industries.
Indian banks are projected to achieve healthy profit growth in the second quarter of financial year 2027 (Q2FY27), driven by lower credit costs, robust advance growth, and fee income. However, net interest margins (NIMs) are expected to face pressure due to significant mobilisation of foreign currency non-resident (bank) FCNR(B) deposits.
Isha Ambani, a director on the board of Jio Platforms, revealed that a failed attempt to upload a college assignment in 2009-10 due to poor internet connectivity in Mumbai sparked the idea and subsequent conversations that led to the creation of Jio.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, recovered early losses on Wednesday, driven by strong buying in IT stocks and HDFC Bank, sustaining the previous session's recovery despite FII outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 14.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak discussed the potential debut of 15-year-old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the T20 series opener against Ireland. While acknowledging Sooryavanshi's talent, Kotak emphasised that a player scoring runs should not be benched to accommodate a new talent, highlighting the challenge of team selection with abundant talent in Indian cricket. He also touched upon captain Shreyas Iyer's leadership and the BCCI's system for nurturing young players.
Indian equity benchmark indices extended losses for a second consecutive session, with the Sensex dropping 143 points, driven by a sell-off in power, banking, and financial stocks, coupled with elevated crude oil prices and persistent FII selling.
Jio Platforms Ltd's (JPL) public offer, valued at Rs 30,213 crore, was fully subscribed within 100 minutes of opening, making it the fastest-ever subscribed IPO in India, driven by strong institutional demand.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty saw an early rebound, driven by strong performances from blue-chip HDFC Bank and major IT firms like HCL Tech, which reported a significant rise in net profit. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 13.
Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant drop on Monday, with the Sensex falling by nearly 548 points, primarily due to a fresh spike in crude oil prices, persistent foreign fund outflows, and rising bond yields.
Jio Platforms' initial public offering has garnered an overwhelming institutional demand of approximately Rs 2.5 lakh crore, significantly exceeding its Rs 8,110-crore anchor book, with global and domestic investors vying for a stake in the Reliance Industries subsidiary.
Indian equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant tumble in early trade, primarily driven by elevated crude oil prices due to ongoing West Asia uncertainty and substantial foreign fund outflows. Track Sensex, Nifty on September 29.
The 200-DMA is a closely watched indicator of a stock's long-term trend and can serve as an early warning of trouble.
Jio Platforms Ltd's initial public offering (IPO), anticipated to be India's largest, is scheduled to open for subscription on October 21 and close on October 23, with reservations for employees and Reliance Industries Ltd shareholders.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant downturn in early trade, with the Sensex tanking 730 points, driven by surging crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical uncertainties, and a weak trend observed across Asian markets.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their rally for a second consecutive session, driven by a decline in Brent crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel and strong buying in banking stocks and Reliance Industries.
Indian stock markets witnessed a significant rebound, with the Sensex rallying 1,109 points and the Nifty closing above 22,720, driven by strong performances in IT and financial sectors, a recovering rupee, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's comments on long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax.
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Global payments solution major Mastercard has fully exited Indian fintech firm Pine Labs, selling its entire 4.31 per cent stake for Rs 933 crore through block deals on the BSE.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their rally in early trade, driven by strong buying in bank stocks, Reliance Industries, and positive global cues, despite foreign institutional investors offloading equities.
India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is set to play for Saurashtra in their opening Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh, with Jaydev Unadkat retaining captaincy, as the team aims for a strong start to the 2026-27 season.
Anup Bagchi, the incoming MD & CEO of HDFC Bank, is set to become India's highest-paid bank CEO with a proposed target annual compensation package of approximately 35.9 crore, including a significant variable pay component and a one-time joining bonus.
Indian stock markets closed lower, with the Sensex falling 429 points, after the Reserve Bank of India raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in nearly four years, coupled with rising crude oil prices and persistent foreign fund outflows.
The Reserve Bank of India's recent measures, including a dedicated dollar window for state-run oil marketing companies and tightened foreign exchange derivative rules, are expected to provide near-term relief to the rupee's depreciation, but market participants believe global factors and balance of payment dynamics will continue to exert pressure in the medium term.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested a former Kotak Mahindra Bank executive, Pushpinder Singh, alleged to be the mastermind of a Rs 145-crore fraud involving Panchkula municipal corporation officials, bank employees, and private individuals.
Indian equity benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, extended their losses for a second consecutive day, driven by elevated crude oil prices, persistent foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, and high US Treasury yields.
Indian benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a decline in early trade due to relentless foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows, although a drop in crude oil prices below USD 100 per barrel provided some cushioning. Track Sensex, Nifty on October 1.
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their losses for a third consecutive day, driven by firm crude oil prices, elevated global bond yields, and significant foreign fund outflows, making investors cautious.
India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak clarified Kuldeep Yadav missed the second Test due to genuine viral fever, rejecting speculation that the team had any reason to fake illness.
Indian benchmark stock indices, Sensex and Nifty, rebounded on Friday, driven by value buying in banking, oil & gas, and auto shares following recent sharp losses. The Sensex climbed 315.20 points to settle at 73,895.74, while the Nifty rose 77.40 points to 23,140.50.
