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Ola Electric hit by volume slump, market share loss as Q3 revenue plunges

Ola Electric hit by volume slump, market share loss as Q3 revenue plunges

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Shares of electric vehicle (EV) maker Ola Electric Mobility fell nearly 7 per cent to a fresh low on Monday after its revenue growth in the third quarter (October-December/Q3) of 2025-26 (FY26) slowed, with analysts warning that any turnaround could be prolonged.

The Top 5 Engineering Careers In India

The Top 5 Engineering Careers In India

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Nayagam PP, career counsellor and founder of EduJobs360, explains how traditional engineering choices are being replaced with flexible, future-ready career paths that align with industry requirements.

Govt doubles daily quota of 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers

Govt doubles daily quota of 5kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Indian government has doubled the daily quota of market-priced 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers to ensure stable fuel supplies amidst global disruptions. This move prioritises household cooking gas and addresses the needs of migrant workers who often lack regular connections.

RBI Projects $85 Crude Oil, Rupee at 94 by FY27

RBI Projects $85 Crude Oil, Rupee at 94 by FY27

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected that crude oil prices will average USD 85 per barrel and the rupee will weaken to 94 against the dollar by FY27, according to its bi-annual Monetary Policy report.

Gold climbs to Rs 1.56 lakh/10g amid rising US-Iran tensions

Gold climbs to Rs 1.56 lakh/10g amid rising US-Iran tensions

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Gold prices surged in futures trading due to escalating US-Iran tensions, driving demand for the safe-haven asset.

Dabur faces a tangle of growth headwinds

Dabur faces a tangle of growth headwinds

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

Dabur India's stock has fallen over 17 per cent since the start of the Iran war, driven by concerns over a weak monsoon, the West Asian crisis, and rising input costs, which are expected to impact the company's revenues and margins, particularly affecting its significant rural sales and international markets.

NSE to introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil futures contract from Apr 13

NSE to introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil futures contract from Apr 13

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will launch Dated Brent Crude Oil (Platts) futures on April 13, offering a new hedging tool for market participants.

'Budget Likely To Be Non-Event For Markets'

'Budget Likely To Be Non-Event For Markets'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

'When markets go into a budget with excessive optimism, the risk of disappointment is higher.'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

'Modi's Concerned About India's Economic Vulnerabilities'

Rediff.com14 May 2026

'...especially pressure on the rupee, the current account deficit, and foreign exchange outflows.' 'The key question over the next several months is whether the government can prevent external turbulence from feeding into domestic economic pessimism.'

Rupee posts biggest annual decline in 14 years, tumbles 9.88% in FY26

Rupee posts biggest annual decline in 14 years, tumbles 9.88% in FY26

Rediff.com30 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee rebounded against the US dollar after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) restricted banks' net open positions in dollars. This move prompted banks to sell dollars, providing temporary support for the rupee amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices.

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Street signs: Bank-backed brokers may regain edge, IPO pipeline stalls

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

India's market landscape is undergoing significant shifts, with bank-backed brokerages potentially regaining dominance over discount platforms due to regulatory changes and increased taxes, while the IPO pipeline faces a slowdown amid heightened global volatility.

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Mishandling Taiwan issue could spark China-US clash, Xi Jinping warns Trump

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping warned US President Donald Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could trigger conflicts between the two countries during wide-ranging talks on trade, Iran, and energy security.

Why RBI's forex cap direction has not worked

Why RBI's forex cap direction has not worked

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) cap on banks' forex positions provided only a temporary boost to the rupee, with the currency quickly reversing gains and breaching the 95-per-dollar mark due to persistent underlying pressures.

Equity MF inflows cool as investors shift to safer bets in FY26

Equity MF inflows cool as investors shift to safer bets in FY26

Rediff.com9 Apr 2026

Net inflows into equity mutual fund schemes moderated in FY26, falling by 27 per cent to about 3 trillion till February, as choppy markets and global uncertainties prompted investors to shift towards safer options like hybrid funds and gold ETFs.

AI Adoption in India: Concentrated in Top Cities, But Potential Spreads

AI Adoption in India: Concentrated in Top Cities, But Potential Spreads

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

OpenAI reports India is a leading AI market with strengths in coding, data analysis, and reasoning, but adoption is heavily concentrated in top cities, highlighting a significant regional disparity.

HCLTech Q4 net profit up 4.2% to Rs 4,488 crore, FY27 growth seen at 1-4%

HCLTech Q4 net profit up 4.2% to Rs 4,488 crore, FY27 growth seen at 1-4%

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

IT major HCLTech reported a 4.20 per cent year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 4,488 crore for the January-March quarter of FY26, but projected a modest 1-4 per cent revenue growth for FY27, citing market volatility and reduced discretionary spending.

India gets 30-day US waiver to buy Russian oil amid Iran war

India gets 30-day US waiver to buy Russian oil amid Iran war

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Amidst escalating tensions with Iran, the US has granted India a temporary 30-day waiver to continue purchasing Russian oil, aiming to stabilise global energy markets and encourage future US oil imports by India.

Why Long-Duration Funds Are Losing Money

Why Long-Duration Funds Are Losing Money

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

'Existing investors who have not acted so far may consider holding on to these funds with the understanding that the higher returns they expected from them may now take longer to materialise.'

Stock markets end higher; ITC, banks lead recovery

Stock markets end higher; ITC, banks lead recovery

Rediff.com6 Feb 2026

Stock markets closed higher on Friday after the Reserve Bank of India kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged as expected and proposed allowing banks to lend to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) with certain prudential safeguards to deepen the financing pool for the real estate sector.

Uncertainty Clouds US-Iran Talks As Ceasefire Nears End

Uncertainty Clouds US-Iran Talks As Ceasefire Nears End

Rediff.com21 Apr 2026

Uncertainty surrounds the US-Iran talks as a two-week ceasefire approaches its end. Pakistan is attempting to mediate, but tensions remain high after a recent naval incident.

Geopolitical Risks Could Push Jio Platforms IPO to H2 FY27

Geopolitical Risks Could Push Jio Platforms IPO to H2 FY27

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Reliance Industries' digital arm, Jio Platforms, may see its initial public offering (IPO) delayed to the second half of fiscal 2027, according to CreditSights. The delay is primarily attributed to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which could impact market conditions and investor sentiment.

Ravi Kumar Chirugudu appointed President and COO of Tessolve

Ravi Kumar Chirugudu appointed President and COO of Tessolve

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Semiconductor firm Tessolve has appointed Ravi Kumar Chirugudu as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Policy for adoption of flex-fuel vehicles in works: Centre

Policy for adoption of flex-fuel vehicles in works: Centre

Rediff.com23 Apr 2026

The Indian government is actively developing a policy for flex-fuel vehicle adoption and aiming for 100 per cent ethanol blending in petrol to enhance energy self-reliance, particularly in light of supply disruptions from the West Asia conflict.

'Mark Mobius Saw India's Rise Before Other Investors'

'Mark Mobius Saw India's Rise Before Other Investors'

Rediff.com17 Apr 2026

'Mark Mobius's life was dedicated to investing.'

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Cognizant to spend up to $320 million on AI-led restructuring, workforce impacted

Rediff.com8 May 2026

IT services giant Cognizant is embarking on a significant AI-led restructuring programme, Project Leap, involving an investment of up to $320 million, which will lead to workforce reductions across geographies and a strategic shift towards AI capabilities to boost productivity and margins.

How to Turn Market News into Tradable Stocks?

How to Turn Market News into Tradable Stocks?

Rediff.com18 Dec 2025

If you are actively trading, you can't possibly overlook headlines. Early announcements, policy changes, or even a disruption in a certain industry habitually grab your attention. These headlines, when strategically assessed, can generate profitable trading ideas.

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices have more than doubled to a record high, impacting airlines and consumers, while commercial LPG rates also see a significant increase.

India's Forex Reserves Surge Past $703 Billion

India's Forex Reserves Surge Past $703 Billion

Rediff.com24 Apr 2026

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by USD 2.362 billion to reach USD 703.308 billion for the week ending April 17, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

STT hike on Futures drags markets down; Sensex crashes 1,547 points

STT hike on Futures drags markets down; Sensex crashes 1,547 points

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty dived sharply by nearly 2 per cent on Sunday after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman proposed a hike in the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on derivatives. Reversing the early gains, the 30-share BSE Sensex plunged sharply by 2,370.36 points or 2.88 per cent to slide below the 80,000-mark at 79,899.42 in afternoon trade as the finance minister announced a hike in STT on futures contracts to 0.05 per cent from the current 0.02 per cent.

HUL Reports 21% Jump in Q4 Profit to Rs 2,994 Crore, Driven by Strong Volume Growth and Strategic Divestment

HUL Reports 21% Jump in Q4 Profit to Rs 2,994 Crore, Driven by Strong Volume Growth and Strategic Divestment

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

FMCG major Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) reported a 21 per cent increase in its March quarter consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 2,994 crore, primarily driven by higher volumes and a significant gain from the divestment of its stake in Nutritionalab.

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

India Calls For Stronger Accountability In Rapid Urban Transformation

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Comptroller and Auditor General of India K Sanjay Murthy highlighted the need for stronger accountability systems to support India's urban transformation and sustainable mobility push at the BRICS Supreme Audit Institutions Leaders' Summit in Bengaluru.

How Will Equity Market Fare In 2026?

How Will Equity Market Fare In 2026?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Global risks include a potential delay in the US-India trade agreement, the possibility of a sharp correction in US equity markets, and renewed geopolitical tensions.

Iran offers 'new proposal' to US to end war, reopen Hormuz

Iran offers 'new proposal' to US to end war, reopen Hormuz

Rediff.com27 Apr 2026

In a significant diplomatic manoeuvre aimed at de-escalating regional tensions, Iran has reportedly submitted a "new proposal" to the United States through Pakistani intermediaries.

M&M in high gear on SUV growth, product pipeline; analysts bullish despite margin pressure

M&M in high gear on SUV growth, product pipeline; analysts bullish despite margin pressure

Rediff.com7 May 2026

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is largely bullish among analysts following its Q4FY26 results, driven by strong SUV demand, a robust product pipeline, and improving growth visibility across segments, despite near-term margin pressures from rising commodity costs and potential weakness in the tractor cycle.

Sensex rises 222 points helped by rally in L&T

Sensex rises 222 points helped by rally in L&T

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty closed higher on Thursday, helped by a rally in blue-chip Larsen & Toubro and the Economic Survey projecting the GDP growth of 6.8-7.2 per cent for the next fiscal.

Samsung Galaxy S26's India Connection

Samsung Galaxy S26's India Connection

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

India contributes roughly 10 per cent of Samsung Electronics' global revenue and hosts over 10,000 engineers across its R&D centres.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Set to Overtake Baahubali 2 at Worldwide Box Office

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Set to Overtake Baahubali 2 at Worldwide Box Office

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 is on track to surpass Baahubali 2's worldwide box office record. Released in March 2026, the spy thriller has garnered significant demand, with collections nearing Rs 1,788.06 crore. The film's success has also revived Ranveer Singh's career after a period of underperforming movies.

Exporters' body flags rising freight costs, seeks liquidity help from RBI

Exporters' body flags rising freight costs, seeks liquidity help from RBI

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) has appealed to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for liquidity support to Indian exporters, citing a significant increase in freight costs and extended payment cycles due to the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Rupee closes at record low of 94.05 against US dollar

Rupee closes at record low of 94.05 against US dollar

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar due to sustained foreign fund outflows and uncertainties in West Asia, although lower crude oil prices and a positive opening in domestic equity markets limited the losses.