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  French drinks maker Pernod Ricard is exploring a separate listing for its Indian business. The company is in preliminary talks with advisors about the move. Pernod Ricard is a major player in India's alcohol market. This development comes amid ongoing antitrust cases and alleged liquor regulation violations in India. The company denies any wrongdoing.
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• T20 World Cup Points Table Day 12: Pakistan Seal Super Eight Spot; India, South Africa Stay Unbeaten

  Pakistan sealed the final Super Eight berth with a commanding win over Namibia. Meanwhile India and South Africa notched commanding wins and ended their group-stage campaign with four wins from four matches.
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  Pakistan opener hit a timely hundred to help Pakistan defeat Namibia and qualify for the Super Eight stage of the tournament.
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  Crude rallies as Washington signals tougher stance on Tehran, raising fears of supply disruption through the Strait of Hormuz
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  Goyal's statement comes at a time when IT companies shares have taken a beating over the past fortnight.
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  India wrapped up their ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A campaign with a 17-run victory over the Netherlands at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The win saw them maintain their perfect record in the tournament and extend their T20 World Cup record winning streak to 12 matches.
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  Despite the top-order struggles against off-spinner Aryan Dutt, India managed to make a challenging 193 for six courtesy the fireworks from Shivam Dube (66 off 31) in the second half of the innings.
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• RBI Mandates UTI For All OTC Derivatives Trades From January 1

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  2.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India, UK To Expand Tech Partnership; 6G, Open RAN Feature In Discussions

  India also sought the support of the United Kingdom for key multilateral engagements at the International Telecommunication Union.
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• FPIs Remain Net Buyers, Mop Up Over Rs 1,100 Crore Worth Of Equities

  Domestic institutional investors engaged in muted buying action and net bought only Rs 440.34 crore worth of stocks
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  On the flip side, Nifty faces key support at 25,500-25,600 levels.
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  The withdrawal will be applicable to all contracts of all variants with regards to gold and silver futures.
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• Trump Closer To War With Iran? Report Says US President 'Is Getting Fed Up' Amid Military Buildup

  The reports suggest that the war will be a joint US-Israel operation and will be greater in magnitude than the 12-day Israeli bombing of Iran last June.
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• French auto parts major plans to invest more than €200 million in India

  India currently contributes about 1% to Valeo’s global sales, but the company aims to raise that share to 6–7% in line with India’s share in the global automotive market.
  3.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Hindustan Unilever Invests Rs 2,000 Crore In Beauty & Wellbeing, Homecare

  With the investment, HUL aims to expand manufacturing capacity in fast-growing premium categories across this bracket, the filing added.
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• Dr. Reddy’s forays into HRT with acquisition of 2 brands from U.K. firm

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• Bengaluru Shocker: Ex-ISRO Employee Kills Wife Using Towel, 'Wanted To Take His Own' Life Too

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  Efforts to douse the flames are underway 
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  The facility to be developed in collaboration with Adani Airport Holdings Ltd (AAHL) will be designed as a regional consolidation and redistribution hub and support trade flows across Southeast and West Asia, Europe and the United States, embedding global network connectivity directly within India's primary trade corridor
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• SEBI Forms Working Group To Review Regulatory Framework For ESG Rating Providers

  The decision has been taken based on feedback received from market participants and stakeholders regarding the existing regulatory framework.
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• RBI defers introducing Unique Transaction ID for OTC derivatives

  Earlier RBI had released a draft circular stating that the deadline for the implementation of UTI is set at April 2026
  4 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Google announces direct subsea cable link between India, U.S.

  The firm also announced some AI partnerships with the government, to provide access to LLMs at Atal Tinkering Labs, and government training resources
  4.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

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  4.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 3: PM Modi To Inaugurate India AI Impact Summit 2026 On Feb. 19

  We will be back tomorrow with more updates!
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• US Stocks: Pinterest raises quarterly revenue forecast, boosted by tvScientific deal, shares rise 3%

  The acquisition of tvScientific, announced in December 2025, is Pinterest's first major deal since 2022. ‌It integrates tvScientific's outcome‑based CTV buying platform into Pinterest's broader ​performance-advertising suite.
  5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  Pre-orders for the phone are now open on Flipkart.
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• US Stocks: Trump adviser Hassett suggests New York Fed researchers be punished for tariffs argument

  The paper argued that Trump's large ​import tax increases are borne by ​those in the U.S., rather than by foreigners, as the administration has long argued. The findings in the New York Fed paper have been echoed ‌elsewhere.
  5 hours ago — Economic Times

• US Stock Market Today: Wall Street Edges Higher Ahead Of Fed Minutes; Nvidia Shares Jump

  Nvidia shares jumped 2% on the back of Meta announcing that it's going to use millions of Nvidia's chips in its data center buildout on Tuesday.
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• Can India overtake Bangladesh in textile exports to the European Union?

  As Bangladesh prepares to lose its Least Developed Country trade advantage, India’s new EU deal could help level the tariff playing field in the sector
  5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Bengaluru Tragedy: 27-Year-Old Woman Dies After Bullet Motorbike Rams Into Her Near Rajkumar Road

  The police said that the biker lost control, skidding nearly 100 meters along the road. The rider remained conscious and was taken to a hospital by a passersby.
  5.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Market Trading Guide: Bank of India among 2 PSU bank stocks offering up to 8% upside

  The Nifty 50 logged a third straight gain, reclaiming key support and breaking resistance amid broad-based buying. Analysts see strength continuing toward 26,000. Breakouts in Bank of India and Bank of Maharashtra signal fresh upside with bullish momentum indicators.
  5.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Truck body, trailer maker SATRAC to invest $100 million to set up 4 more units in India

  Company unveils one of South Asia’s largest, advanced trailer, truck body manufacturing facility in Sriperumbudur, TN
  5.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• IRS Tax Refund: Who Is Eligible, When Will Money Get Credited Into Your Account? All Questions Answered 

  As per the official data, close to 164 million Americans are expected to file their return
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• Why Galgotias University Was Asked To Vacate AI Summit Expo? Govt Says 'Want Genuine & Actual...'

  The robodog controversy erupted after several social media users shared the image of an 'Orion' robotic dog displayed by the university at their stall and compared it with Chinese-made Unitree Go2.
  5.5 hours ago — NDTV Business
  • Galgotias University Asked To Vacate AI Summit Following Chinese Robot Claim 5.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• US stock markets today: US stocks open higher as tech concerns abate

  Wall ​Street's main ​indexes opened higher ​on Wednesday, supported by gains in technology ‌stocks ⁠as AI worries ⁠eased, while ​investors awaited minutes of ​the U.S. Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting ​for insights ⁠on ‌the rate outlook.
  6 hours ago — Economic Times

• Spain And India Agree To Expand Economic And Tech Partnership

  The Spanish government aims to improve access for its companies to the Indian market, particularly in agriculture.
  6 hours ago — NDTV Business

• RBI mandates UTI for all OTC derivatives trades from January 1, 2027

  Unique Transaction Identifier (UTI) will become mandatory for all direct private trades in rupee interest rate and foreign currency derivatives from January 1, 2027, the Reserve Bank said on Wednesday.
  6 hours ago — Economic Times

• HUL announces upto ₹2,000 crore capex

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• India Keen To Diversify Crude Oil, Coking Coal Sources; Eyes High-Quality US Supplies: Goyal

  There is already $100 billion in aircraft demand from the US in the next five years and the country needs more to increase local capacity and bring down fares, Goyal said.
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• Pocket FM's Creator Economy Crosses Rs 300 Crore To Grow Threefold To Rs 1,000 Crore

  According to data shared by the company, the top 10% of monetised creators collectively earned over Rs 50 crore in 2025.
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• Wait Time Disparities For US Visa In India: Processes In Some Cities Move Faster Than Others

  The difference in waiting periods suggests that applicants can move to other cities, in case they want to hasten their visa application process.
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• Global Stocks: Vodafone sells 50% stake in VodafoneZiggo for $1.18 billion to partner Liberty Global

  Vodafone said on Wednesday it would sell its 50% stake in Dutch joint-venture VodafoneZiggo ‌to ⁠its partner ⁠Liberty Global for 1 billion euros ($1.18 billion) in ​cash and a 10% stake in a new enlarged Benelux ​telecoms group.
  6 hours ago — Economic Times

• Palantir Moves To Florida — Is Miami The Next Silicon Valley?

  Miami's civic leadership has been actively pitching the city as the "next Silicon Valley."
  6.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• T20 World Cup 2026: Abhishek Sharma Gets Out For A Duck; Third Bagel Score In-A-Row

  This is the third time the left-hander dasher has got out for a duck in-a-row in the tournament.
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• Ramzan 2026 Moon Sighting LIVE Updates: Crescent Sighted In Delhi, Bihar, Assam; Other Indian States To Confirm

  Stay tuned here for the latest updates and announcements on Ramzan moon sighting from Delhi Jama Masjid, and the key seminaries in Lucknow, Mumbai, Kolkata and other cities.
  6.5 hours ago — NDTV Business
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• Delhi Air Pollution: CAQM Revokes Restrictions Under GRAP 2 As Air Quality Improves

  CAQM underlined that Delhi's AQI showed improvement owing to fauourable meteorological conditions and was recorded 214 at 4 p.m.
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• BPSC Announces CCE Prelims Exam Dates; Check Full Schedule, Fees, Other Details

  The commission is set to publish the announcement for the government examination in May 2026. The PDF will be revised on the official site bpsc.bih.nic.in.
  6.5 hours ago — NDTV Business
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• AI Impact Summit: Google Launches America-India Connect Initiative, $60M Grants, New DeepMind Partnerships

  Google will also allocate $30 million for the 'Government Innovation Impact Challenge'.
  7 hours ago — NDTV Business

• 9 large-cap stocks where DIIs are trimming their stakes in Q3

  Domestic Institutional Investors reduced holdings in nine major NSE large-cap stocks, including Bharat Petroleum Corporation, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, and State Bank of India, signaling cautious sentiment and potential strategic shifts in December 2025.
  7 hours ago — Economic Times

• US Weather: Red Flag Warning In Place For These States Amid Fire Risk; Heavy Snow To Impact Some Regions

  A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Southwest Kansas due to critical fire weather conditions creatinga high riskfor wildfire spread.
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• India, Canada Set To Finalise Terms For Restarting Free Trade Agreement Talks Next Month

  The two countries were earlier negotiating a trade pact but it was paused by Canada in 2023. Now they have decided to resume talks from the beginning as a lot has changed on the global trade front during these two years.
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• Kanye West Delhi Concert: From Date And Venue To Ticket Prices — Check Key Details

  Kanye West’s Delhi concert tickets range from a minimum of Rs 6,000 to a maximum of Rs 30,000.
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• 'Cried But He Didn't Return Money', Claims Businessman Who Lent To Rajpal Yadav

  He said he persistently requested the actor to provide a date for drafting a fresh agreement, but the issue remained unresolved.
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• When Will Vijay Mallya Return To India? Here's What Ex-Liquor Baron Told Bombay High Court

  Vijay Mallya left India in 2016 after defaulting on loans worth around Rs 9,000 crore.
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Mohammed Shami's Wife Hasin Jahan Wants Maintenance Cases To Be Transferred To Delhi, Moves Supreme Court

  The petition, filed recently, requests the apex court to shift the cases citing convenience and accessibility, ashercurrentresidential address isin the national capital.
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• Grok 4.20 Launch: Elon Musk Claims Major AI Upgrade, Faces Backlash Over US 'Stolen Land' Response

  According to Musk, the new version is designed to be "an order of magnitude smarter and faster" than the standard Grok 4, and introduces what he called a "rapid learning" architecture.
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Blinkit In Trouble? Delhi Police Registers Case Against Delivery App For Selling Illegal Knives

  Law enforcement obtained 50 knives that were up for sale on the firm's quick commerce delivery platform
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Stocks Rise as AI Jitters Ease; Gold Rebounds: Markets Wrap

  S&P 500 contracts strengthened 0.5%
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India-US Trade Deal: Farmer Bodies Urges President To Stop It; Minister Says No Decision Harms Farming Community

  The farmer body appealed to President Droupadi Murmu to direct Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to sign the deal.
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• US Stocks: Apple decouples from Nasdaq as AI ‘whack-a-mole’ grips market

  Apple Inc. has sharply decoupled from the Nasdaq 100 Index, with correlation hitting a 20-year low as it largely avoids the AI spending race. Strong iPhone sales and steady outlook offer investors relative stability, despite valuation concerns and slowing growth expectations.
  7.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Banks Getting It All Wrong About Deposit Growth | The Reason Why

  Between FY23 and FY25, credit to the government boosted deposits as bank lending or bond purchases led to higher spending. Now, this support has diminished, contributing to lower deposit growth.
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Imran Khan Health Update: Personal Physician Says Can't Verify Jail's Claim Of 'Improvement' In Eyesight

  Khan's sons seek visas to visit Pakistan. "Have been apart for two years now"
  7.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Galgotias University's First Remark After Vacating AI Impact Summit Expo Over Chinese Robodog Row - 'Apologise Profusely...'

  The Greater Noida-based Univserity was asked to vacate its booth at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 after it showcased a Chinese-made robotic dog as its own innovation.
  8 hours ago — NDTV Business
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• Oil, Gas, Minerals Core To US-Japan's $550 Billion Trade Deal — Key Takeaways

  Japan agreed to invest $550 billion in US industries through 2029 in exchange for a reduction in threatened US tariffs on Japanese imports from 25% to 15%.
  8 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Iran-US Tensions: America Deploys F-35, F-22 and F-16 Jets To Middle East - What We Know

  Independent flight trackers have also observed a host of F-16, F-22, and F-35 jets heading to the Middle East.
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• Decision on agreed 18% U.S. tariffs expected within ‘3–4 days’, sources say

  U.S. President Donald Trump reduced India’s tariff from 50% to 25% effective February 7. The reduction of the remaining 25% reciprocal tariffs to 18% is pending
  8 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• UPSC Declares Hiring Results For January 2026 — Download Complete List Of Recommended Candidates

  The UPSC stated that all selected candidates have received individual notifications via post. The commission also noted that applications from other candidates were meticulously examined, yet they could not proceed to further selection.
  8 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Larsen & Toubro among 6 stocks that hit 52-week high; rally up to 16% in a month

  Six BSE 100 heavyweights, led by Larsen & Toubro and Cummins India Ltd, hit fresh 52-week highs as momentum stayed strong across largecaps.
  8.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• India bonds rise as strong demand at state debt sale provides further push

  Indian government ​bonds continued their winning run, ​ending the day higher on Tuesday after stronger-than-expected demand ​for state debt sale lifted sentiment, while benign U.S. Treasury yields and surplus liquidity conditions added to the positive backdrop.
  8.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• AI Impact Summit 2026 Day 3 LIVE Updates: 'AI Will Allow Us To Discover New Diseases', Says French President Macron

  Stay with us as we bring you every major announcement, insight, and moment—live throughout the day.
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• India can be a ‘beacon of stability’ in a chaotic world order, says Neelkanth Mishra

  Amid global economic fragmentation and uncertainty, India is poised to be a rare pillar of stability, according to Neelkanth Mishra. The country's macroeconomic stability, fiscal discipline, and openness are attracting global partners. A strong domestic demand base and a revival in private investment, particularly in real estate and power, are fueling a durable growth runway.
  8.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Google Pixel 10a Launch: When And Where To Watch Event, Expected Price, Features And Other Key Details

  The Google Pixel 10a is set to come preloaded with Android 16.
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• Gainers & Losers: E2E Networks, Godfrey Phillips among 7 stocks in spotlight on Wednesday

  Indian markets logged a third straight gain. E2E Networks and Netweb Technologies India jumped on Nvidia partnerships, while Godfrey Phillips, Easy Trip, Ola Electric saw sharp moves.
  8.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• ICAI probe into Gensol, BluSmart advances, referred to disciplinary committee

  The audit regulator had commenced their probe of Gensol, BluSmart and IndusInd Bank last year amid concerns over illicit diversion of funds
  8.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Fresh Protests Erupt in Pakistan Over Imran Khan’s Health; Sisters Allege Threats by Mohsin Naqvi

  PTI leaders demand Imran Khan be shifted to Shifa International Hospital in Islamabad for specialist care.
  9 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Stock markets close higher on fag-end buying in bank, metal shares

  The 50-share NSE Nifty gained 93.95 points, or 0.37%, to close at 25,819.35.
  9 hours ago — The Hindu Business
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• Rupee Gains 5 Paise, Closes At 90.67 Against US Dollar

  At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.60 against the US dollar and traded in a narrow range of 90.60-90.71 before settling at 90.67 (provisional), higher by 5 paise against its previous close.
  9 hours ago — NDTV Business
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• CBSE Board To Conduct Two Exams For Class 10; Students Can Appear for 2nd Attempt To Improve Marks

  Starting from the 2026 academic year, CBSE has introduced a two-board examination system for Class 10. This change aims to give students the chance to enhance their academic results while adhering to structured eligibility guidelines.
  9 hours ago — NDTV Business

• After Indus, India Likely To Cut Pakistan's Access To Ravi Waters — Here's Why

  Once operational the dam will allow India to divert surplus Ravi water towards Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir instead of letting it flow downstream into Pakistan.
  9 hours ago — NDTV Business

• RITES, Ahluwalia Contracts and 2 smallcap stocks offer up to 30% upside

  Axis Securities and Axis Direct highlight four smallcap stocks with up to 30% upside. Infra-focused picks Kalpataru Projects, RITES and Ahluwalia Contracts boast strong order books, while SignatureGlobal India gains from a Gurugram joint venture and pre-sales growth outlook.
  9 hours ago — Economic Times

• India Sotheby's International Realty partners UK's Interiors with Art for design consultancy

  India Sotheby's International Realty (India SIR) on Wednesday said it has tied up with UK-based Interiors with Art Ltd to offer design and architecture consultancy services to clients.
  9 hours ago — Economic Times

• Concessions under every FTA have been given only after private sector’s approval, Piyush Goyal says

  The Commerce Minister once again emphasised that India’s farmers would not have any reason to complain once the full text of the India-U.S. Interim Agreement is finalised and made public
  9 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Rupee rises 5 paise to close at 90.67 against U.S. dollar

  However, higher global crude oil prices and a strengthening greenback capped sharp gains in the local unit, forex traders said
  9 hours ago — The Hindu Business
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• Brazil's Lula Da Silva Arrives In India To Attend AI Summit, Hold Talks With PM Modi — Check Full Itinerary

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  Directed by Kamakhya Narayan Singh and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah. The Kerala Story 2 introduces a new lead trio — Ulka Gupta, Aditi Bhatia and Aishwarya Ojha — who play the central characters.
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• FedEx Breaks Ground On Fully Automated Air Cargo Hub At Navi Mumbai International Airport

  The ceremony was held in the presence of the Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
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• India 'Well-Positioned' To Take AI Leadership Role: Rishi Sunak At NDTV AI Summit 2026

  India is "one of the greatest places for AI adoption" as the public has shown "enormous optimism and trust" in this technology, Rishi Sunak said.
  9.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Travelling To Bali In 2026? You May Need To Show Bank Statements

  The plan to check the financial status of tourists is aimed at making Bali safer, more organised and better for both foreign visitors and locals.
  9.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Vizag Hub To Voice AI Adoption: Google's Sundar Pichai Unpacks Big India Strategy

  Indian leaders have called the project a "landmark development" that aligns with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision and strengthens India's role in global AI flows.
  9.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Man Posing As Customs Officer Dupes Businessman Of Rs 75,000 At Hyderabad Airport

  The accused claimed that he had two iPhones and some gold items in his possession and was willing to sell them at a low price.
  9.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Madhya Pradesh Education Fees Soar: 1,437 Institutions Get New Fee Hikes, MBBS Costs Cross Rs 60 Lakh

  From 2017-18 to 2025-26, the lowest course fees climbed by 8% to 13%, yet the highest fees skyrocketed by 80% to 120%.
  10 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India eases curbs on Chinese equipment imports for power, coal as projects delayed: sources

  The exemption was granted in the “national interest,” as blocking Chinese imports would hurt India’s manufacturing capability, one of the officials ‌said
  10 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• UPI Operator NPCI To Use Nvidia AI Model For Digital Payments

  The collaboration brings together NPCI's deep domain expertise in operating payments infrastructure with Nvidia's advanced AI computing platforms.
  10 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India's Fashion Is Throwing A Fit Globally, And It's Intentional | A Story In Infographics

  Deloitte's report and analysis show that India's fashion consumer is no longer defined solely by affordability — but by aspiration, access, and intent.
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  10 hours ago — Economic Times
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  10 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  10 hours ago — Economic Times

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  10.5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  10.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  SBI Funds Management Ltd., India’s largest asset manager, may file draft papers in early March for an IPO that could raise up to $1.5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter. The offering could value the firm at about $15 billion, slightly below ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co.’s $16.7 billion valuation after its recent listing.
  10.5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  10.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Nvidia, OpenAI partner Indian industry, educational institutes

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  The STOXX 600 index rose on Wednesday, with defence stocks in the lead following strong earnings from the UK's BAE Systems, ‌while investors ⁠mulled ⁠the outlook for monetary policy amid reports of a leadership change at ​the European Central Bank.
  11 hours ago — Economic Times

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  11 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  11 hours ago — Economic Times

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  11.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  11.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Value stocks and NBFCs offer safer upside: Rohit Srivastava

  Indian markets hovered near flat line on Wednesday, with Nifty struggling above 25,700. Experts advise caution, noting key resistance at 25,770 and potential downside towards 25,300. Investors are urged to seek value or momentum, as broad sector bets are risky due to uneven performance, even within financials.
  11.5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  Online banking services and ATMs will remain operational despite the bank holiday in Maharashtra on Feb. 19.
  12 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  12 hours ago — Economic Times

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  Sensex fell over 200 points to trade near 83,200 and the Nifty 50 fell 0.2% to below 25,700. The declines were led by Infosys and HDFC Bank.
  12 hours ago — NDTV Business
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  Blackstone-backed ​Liftoff Mobile filed confidentially for an ​initial public offering in the U.S. on Tuesday, hours after ​withdrawing an earlier plan, as a recent rout in software stocks makes investors increasingly wary of new listings.
  12 hours ago — Economic Times

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  12 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  More than 60% also fear that AI may recommend biased or sponsored products, raising questions about neutrality and trust in automated recommendations.
  12 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  12.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• India's AI Advantage Lies In Youth Adoption, Deep Customer Relationships: Sridhar Vembu

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  12.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  12.5 hours ago — Economic Times
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• ​FIIs and MFs keep buying these 9 stocks; 3 turn multibaggers, up to 185% rally in FY26

  Foreign institutional investors and mutual funds raised stakes in 127 BSE 500 stocks over two quarters, driving sharp FY26 gains. Several, including Force Motors and GMDC, delivered 50-185% returns, signaling strong institutional confidence.
  12.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Shreyash Devalkar reveals where smart money is headed as AI rattles markets and IT stocks reel

  Indian IT stocks face an AI-driven reset, with growth expectations recalibrated. Fund managers see opportunity in banking and financials, citing recovering credit growth and a bottoming NPA cycle. Automobiles, especially commercial vehicles, also show early recovery signs. While manufacturing and capex themes remain strong, valuations are a concern. Consumption, particularly FMCG, presents an unfavorable risk-reward.
  12.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Delhi SUV Crash: Father Of Accused Teen Apologises, Says 'Can Imagine Pain Of Victim's Family'

  “My wife told me about the accident. I didn’t know my son was driving,” he said.
  12.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Indo-U.K. offshore wind task force launched, India crosses 272 GW non-fossil fuel power capacity

  Energy Minister said offshore wind has a strategic role in the next phase and promising zones have been identified off the coasts of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu
  13 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Share Price Live Updates: Announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR)-Allotment of ESOP / ESPS

  13 hours ago — Economic Times
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  • Tata Consumer Share Price Live Updates: Tata Consumer closes at 1139.2 13 hours ago — Economic Times
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  • Eicher Motors Share Price Live Updates: Eicher Motors Delivers Impressive Weekly Returns 13 hours ago — Economic Times
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  • TCS Share Price Live Updates: TCS's six-month beta reflects stability 13 hours ago — Economic Times
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  • Bajaj Finserv Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Finserv's beta indicates potential for higher returns 13 hours ago — Economic Times
  • SBI Share Price Live Updates: SBI's beta indicates significant market responsiveness 13 hours ago — Economic Times

• From atoms to empires: What makes gold so precious?

  It’s chemistry’s greatest gift to mankind. Without it, we can’t adorn ourselves with the finest jewellery; nor can we have a backup for financial security. It’s gold. But what makes it so precious? Let’s have a look.
  13 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• India's AI Landscape On D-Street At A Glance — An Infographic Guide

  NDTV Profit has compiled a wide set of companies across sectors that are actively building or integrating AI capabilities.
  13 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  Shares of E2E Networks and Netweb Technologies saw significant gains today. Both companies announced collaborations with chip giant Nvidia. E2E Networks is building an Nvidia GPU cluster for sovereign AI development. Netweb Technologies unveiled advanced AI infrastructure, including a 'Make in India' AI supercomputer. These developments highlight a strong focus on advancing artificial intelligence capabilities in India.
  13 hours ago — Economic Times

• Wikipedia's Founder Believes India's Young Coders And 25 Languages Could Define AI's Future

  Wales described India as uniquely placed to shape the future of AI, citing its scale, talent and grassroots contribution to global knowledge platforms.
  13 hours ago — NDTV Business

• CBSE Board To Introduce Self Evaluation System, New Grading System For Schools, Mandatory APAAR-ID

  Institutions will be assessed and classified as A+, A, B, or C according to established quality standards, representing a departure from the previous model that primarily relied on compliance-based self-evaluation.
  13.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Global Market Watch | ECB President Lagarde plans to quit before Macron's term ends: Report

  European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde may step down early, potentially before the 2027 French presidential election, to allow President Macron to influence her successor. This move aims to avoid complications if the far-right wins. While Lagarde's term officially ends in October 2027, her early departure is being considered, with French and German backing crucial for any candidate.
  13.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Warner Bros reopens takeover talks with Paramount after receiving a waiver from Netflix

  Television and film titan Warner Bros. Discovery, which owns CNN, announced in late October that it was open to acquisition offers; its board subsequently accepted a bid from Netflix to buy only its streaming and studio business.
  13.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business
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• Sarvam AI Wants To Put An Indian AI Assistant On Every Worker — Here's How They Plan To Do It

  Unlike traditional software stacks, Kumar emphasized Sarvam's focus on building models from scratch in India. "If large language model gen AI is such an important technology, India should be building it," he said.
  13.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• JGB yields edge up amid divided view on fiscal expansion, BOJ rate hike

  Japanese government bond yields saw a slight increase as investor sentiment on the nation's fiscal health and the Bank of Japan's future rate hikes remained divided. While super-long bond yields had previously surged due to spending concerns, they have since retreated. Recent weak outcomes in bond-buying operations also impacted sentiment in shorter-term maturities.
  13.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Global Markets | Australian shares rise as NAB hits record, NZ equities jump

  Australian shares climbed, led by National Australia Bank's record surge, while New Zealand equities saw a significant boost after the central bank maintained its interest rates. The ASX 200 reclaimed the 9,000 mark, buoyed by strong bank earnings, though caution lingers regarding future rate hikes. New Zealand's market experienced its best day in over nine months.
  14 hours ago — Economic Times

• Amid YouTube Global Outage, Cloudflare CTO Issues An Update

  Cloudflare is perfectly fine, said CTO Dane Knecht.
  14 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Alia Bhatt Among Global Presenters At BAFTA Film Awards 2026

  She joins a growing list of Indian actors who have taken on presenting roles at BAFTA, including Priyanka Chopra Jonas in 2021 and Deepika Padukone in 2024.
  14 hours ago — NDTV Business

• PSU banks and capex stocks leading market gains: Dipan Mehta

  Indian markets show strong performance in PSU banks, capital goods, and infrastructure. Dipan Mehta highlights PSU banks closing valuation gaps with private peers. Capital goods firms benefit from robust order books and capex cycles. FMCG stocks face caution due to slow growth. Infrastructure and engineering companies with diversified orders, like L&T, are favored.
  14 hours ago — Economic Times

• ONGC, Oil India, other upstream oil stocks fall up to 4%. What’s triggering the decline?

  Upstream oil stocks, including ONGC, Oil India and Seamec, fell sharply on Wednesday as crude prices weakened amid progress in US–Iran talks. Lower oil prices hit producers’ realisations and margins, triggering broad declines across upstream names.
  14 hours ago — Economic Times

• Not UN’s role to regulate AI, says Secretary-General Antonio Guterres as world body plans annual global dialogue

  The statement by the UN in India said that discussions will focus on “how AI can accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals while safeguarding human rights and addressing emerging risks”
  14 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• MM Forgings: Strong Valuations Drive Anand Rathi To Upgrade Its Target Price — Details Inside

  At current market price, MM Forgings trades at an attractive valuation, adds the brokerage.
  14 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Anthropic Vs Anthropic: Karnataka Court Issues Fresh Summons To US AI Giant In Dispute Over Brand Name

  The case has been filed by Mohammed Ayaz who had established a software company named “Anthropic” in 2017, with its registration and operations based in Karnataka’s Belagavi.
  14.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Ola’s 63% IPO crash isn’t the whole story, as 9 have fared worse; 100+ stocks are wealth destroyers

  Despite the steep 63% post-IPO crash in Ola Electric Mobility, it isn’t the worst performer. Over 115 NSE-listed IPOs from 2025–26 now trade below issue price, with several SME listings plunging 70–80%. The broad-based correction underscores deep wealth erosion across sectors amid weak market sentiment.
  14.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• 'Ready' Actor Pravina Deshpande Passes Away At 60 After Cancer Battle

  Pravina Deshpande had been undergoing treatment for multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer, since 2019
  14.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Mundra To Marseille: Adani Ports Signs IMEC Pact To Advance Links With France

  The MoU was signed during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Mumbai.
  14.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Aurobindo Pharma Shares Fall After USFDA Flags Severe Contamination, Data Integrity Failures

  The USFDA further highlighted deficiencies in environmental monitoring in manufacturing areas, indicating gaps in ensuring controlled production conditions.
  14.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Godfrey Phillips, ITC and other cigarette stocks surge up to 12%. What’s driving the rally?

  Shares of ITC Ltd, Godfrey Phillips India Ltd and VST Industries Ltd jumped rose sharply on Wednesday after reports of cigarette makers raising prices to absorb higher excise duties. The move sharply narrows expected EBIT pressure to about 2%, versus earlier forecasts of 8–15%.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Amara Raja Shares In Focus As Anand Rathi Upgrades To Buy On Strong BESS Outlook — Check New Target Price

  With industry outlook improving, Amara Raja is expected to gain market share in the coming quarters.
  15 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India bonds steady as debt switch plan fails to spur moves

  Indian government bonds remained steady Wednesday despite a debt switch aimed at reducing gross borrowing for the upcoming fiscal year. Traders are now anticipating upcoming debt supply and a holiday closure. The benchmark bond yield saw a slight increase after a recent decline. Investors await Friday's significant bond sale, with overnight swap rates showing mixed activity.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Infosys' $400 billion AI dream fails to arrest stock slide, but target prices go up to Rs 2,050

  Infosys' AI roadmap, targeting a $300-400 billion market, failed to impress investors, causing shares to tumble despite a bullish outlook from brokerages. While the company highlighted AI as a structural tailwind, market concerns persist over the immediate deflationary impact on legacy revenues versus the long-term benefits.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Global Market | Market forces to guide Yen path, reaffirms IMF amid policy watch

  The International Monetary Fund said the Japanese yen’s value should be set by market forces, reaffirming support for Japan’s flexible exchange-rate regime amid global currency volatility. IMF mission chief Rahul Anand noted there is no “right” level for the currency, as exchange-rate movements help economies adjust to global shifts.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Stock markets open lower amid weakness in IT, Services shares

  ITC, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finserv, Bharat Electronics Ltd, State Bank of India, UltraTech Cement, Sun Pharmaceutical and Bajaj Finance were the gainers
  15 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• PSU banks still attractive despite rally; metals in secular upcycle, says Sudip Bandyopadhyay

  Public sector banks remain attractive for investors even after recent gains. A significant valuation gap persists with private lenders, suggesting further narrowing. Metals are in a strong long-term upcycle driven by global trends. Volatility in commodities is natural, but the outlook is positive. Investors can still selectively enter PSU banks and metals for future growth.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Infosys’ AI push reassures on business strength, but valuation worries linger, says Sandip Agarwal

  Indian IT firms' robust business models, honed over decades, are well-equipped to navigate AI disruption, according to analyst Sandip Agarwal. While valuations remain a concern, the sector's ability to reskill and adapt to client needs, coupled with significant AI opportunities, suggests resilience. Strong industry preparedness for AI implementation promises substantial revenue growth in the coming years.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• Why Was YouTube Down? Streaming Giant Issues Update On What Caused The Global Outage

  An issue with the recommendations system prevented videos from appearing across the platform, according to YouTube.
  15 hours ago — NDTV Business

• The yield disconnect: why repo rate cuts aren’t lowering borrowing costs

  India’s bond market is defying monetary policy easing, with benchmark yields staying elevated despite a 125bps repo rate cut. Structural liquidity tightness, weak deposit growth, and limited demand for G-Secs are driving this disconnect. The RBI’s proactive liquidity measures aim to ease funding stress as banks face margin pressures.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

• US Market | Kevin Warsh’s push for a smaller Fed balance sheet faces structural hurdles

  Kevin Warsh, a nominee for Federal Reserve leadership, favors shrinking the central bank's balance sheet. However, achieving this goal faces significant hurdles, as current financial system rules necessitate substantial bank reserves. Reducing the Fed's footprint too aggressively risks market volatility and loss of control over interest rates.
  15 hours ago — Economic Times

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  If you have traits of a risk-averse individual, make sure you are not investing in any and every tax-saving avenue out there.
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  Speaking at CEO Conclave at BioAsia, pharma industry leaders said apart from financing, facilitative measures to accelerate the process include regulatory support
  15.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

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  15.5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  15.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  French President Emmanuel Macron made a late-night visit to Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, with footage capturing him strolling through the iconic heritage site after wrapping up his official schedule.
  15.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  For the average retail investor, Desai recommends capping IT exposure at 5% to 7% of the total portfolio, preferably through active or passive mutual funds rather than individual stock picking.
  15.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Rupee rises 5 paise to 90.67 against US dollar in early trade

  The Indian Rupee saw a slight gain of 5 paise against the US Dollar on Wednesday. This rise was supported by falling global crude oil prices and foreign institutional investor inflows. However, a stronger dollar and a weak start to domestic equity markets limited further appreciation. The Rupee is expected to trade within a narrow range.
  15.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Private credit: Bringing an investment approach into lending

  Private credit blends the discipline of lending with the forward-looking mindset of investing. By offering bespoke, negotiated capital structures across business lifecycles, it provides flexible, growth-oriented financing. As Indian businesses evolve, private credit is emerging as a vital, permanent component of modern capital structures rather than an alternative.
  15.5 hours ago — Economic Times

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  UBS maintained a 'buy' rating on ITC and cut target priceto Rs 395 from Rs 420 earlier. The new price indicates a 22% potential upside to the previous close.
  16 hours ago — NDTV Business

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  Ola Electric Mobility shares rose after the Bombay High Court stayed an arrest warrant issued against CEO Bhavish Aggarwal, easing investor concerns following the stock’s recent four-session decline.
  16 hours ago — Economic Times

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  For a salaried individual earning around Rs 50,000 per month, investments in the EPF scheme for the entire service period could be helpful in building a corpus of around Rs 2.5 crore.
  16 hours ago — NDTV Business

• US Market | Inflation, AI and hiring trends in focus as Fed's Mary Daly outlines policy priorities

  San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly stressed the need for sustained inflation reduction, noting AI's potential productivity boost but emphasizing cautious policy. She highlighted the lack of current macroeconomic evidence for an AI-driven surge, drawing parallels to the 1990s tech boom. Daly also pointed to labor market vulnerabilities and business caution regarding hiring and AI's impact.
  16 hours ago — Economic Times

• Varun Beverages Shares In Focus As Motilal Oswal Reiterates Buy' On Double-Digit Volume Growth — Details Inside

  With sufficient capacity and a premiumisation-focused portfolio, Varun Beverages demonstrates resilience against competitive pressures while preserving long-term profitability.
  16 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Silver jumps Rs 4,500/kg, gold rebounds despite easing US-Iran tensions. What should your strategy be?

  Gold and silver futures saw an upward opening on MCX on Wednesday. This occurred even as progress in US-Iran talks eased geopolitical tensions, reducing safe-haven demand for precious metals. Analysts suggest caution due to market volatility. Physical gold prices varied across major Indian cities. Investors are advised to avoid fresh positions this week.
  16 hours ago — Economic Times

• Dilip Buildcon shares rally 4% as lowest bidder for Rs 702 crore Gujarat flood control project

  Dilip Buildcon shares: The company emerged as the lowest bidder for a Rs 702-crore flood-control embankment project in Gujarat, to be executed on an EPC basis over 24 months along the Narmada River in Bharuch district.
  16.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• India’s AIF industry crosses Rs 15 lakh crore as domestic capital & liquidity reshape private markets

  India's Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) industry has surpassed ₹15.05 lakh crore in commitments, driven by domestic capital now dominating over 55% of investments. The emergence of secondary markets as a significant liquidity tool, alongside consistent alpha generation over public markets, signals a maturing Indian private capital landscape.
  16.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• 'You Won't Need Jobs By 2050': Investor Vinod Khosla On Impact Of AI

  By 2030, there will be no such thing as IT services or BPO, Khosla said.
  16.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Infosys shares in focus on AI-first framework to capture $400 bn services opportunity. What are brokerages saying?

  Infosys shares are in focus after it unveiled Infosys Topaz, its AI-first framework, aimed at helping enterprises unlock AI value at scale. Analysts see an incremental $300–400 billion AI services opportunity by 2030. Motilal Oswal maintains a Buy rating, Morgan Stanley an Equal Weight rating, while Q3FY26 results show stable margins and 9% revenue growth.
  16.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• India tells global tech platforms to follow constitution after tougher content rules

  India’s information minister said on Tuesday that big tech platforms ​like Google’s YouTube, Meta, X and ‌Netflix must operate within the country’s ​constitutional framework
  16.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Delhi, Noida Witness Light Rains On Wednesday: Weather Forecast For Today

  Pre-dawn rainfall brought cooler morning conditions, partly cloudy skies, and intermittent gusty winds in several parts of the capital.
  16.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India’s first private sector helicopter final assembly line inaugurated near Kolar in Karnataka

  The facility in Vemagal in Kolar district of Karnataka, is India’s first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125
  16.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Earnings boost: 10 smallcaps that clocked biggest profit growth of up to 353% in Q3

  Despite market jitters, several small-cap Indian companies showcased remarkable profit growth in the December quarter. Craftsman Automation led the pack with a 353% surge, followed by Delhivery and Navin Fluorine, highlighting strong performance across diverse sectors like automotive, logistics, and specialty chemicals. This earnings rebound offers a promising outlook.
  16.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Gold, Silver Price Today, Feb 18: Check Prices In Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, And Other Cities

  The gold rate in India on Tuesday is Rs 1,52,140 per 10 gms while the silver rate is Rs 2,31,230 per 1 kg, according the Bullions website.
  16.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• LIC's Rs 17.5 lakh crore portfolio goes against the wind: IT stocks in, banks out

  LIC is making a contrarian bet on the IT sector, investing heavily in companies like TCS and HCL Technologies while reducing its exposure to banking giants such as SBI and HDFC Bank.
  16.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• The explosive rise and inherent risks of prediction markets | Explained

  Polymarket and Kalshi, two popular prediction market platforms, allow users to bet on anything from Bitcoin prices to bombings, raising a host of legal and ethical red flags
  16.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• India discussing age restrictions with social media platforms

  India is discussing age-based restrictions with social media companies, IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said
  17 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Netweb Tech shares jump 4% after launch of ‘Make in India’ AI supercomputing systems powered by NVIDIA

  In a bold stride towards technological advancement, Netweb Technologies India witnessed a boom in shares following the introduction of their cutting-edge AI supercomputers. The formidable Tyrone Camarero GB200 and the agile Tyrone Camarero Spark are designed to offer immense AI capabilities, leveraging the prowess of NVIDIA technology in line with the 'Make in India' vision.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Traffic Curbs Announced In Delhi On Feb. 18 For AI Summit; Check Key Routes Affected

  In a statement, Delhi Police said extensive traffic measures had been rolled out to ensure the safety and ease of movement of the public.
  17 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Eternal shares in spotlight as OpenAI partnership set to boost AI across Zomato, Blinkit

  Food delivery giant Eternal is boosting its AI integration through an expanded partnership with OpenAI. This collaboration will enhance AI across its consumer platforms like Zomato and Blinkit, as well as internal systems and social impact initiatives. The company aims to leverage advanced AI for better customer and partner interactions, and to streamline operations, potentially impacting its stock performance.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Gaudium IVF IPO Opens Feb. 20: Check Price Band, GMP And Other Details

  Market watchers expect a neutral listing on Feb 27 on both the BSE and NSE, as early Grey Market Premium (GMP) activity remains muted at Rs 0.
  17 hours ago — NDTV Business

• ETMarkets Smart Talk | Only 16% IPOs beat market returns; be selective, says Ajay Tyagi who follows Warren Buffett

  Indian primary markets see record IPOs but long-term wealth creation tells a different story. Only a fraction of companies outperform the broader market over time. Investors are cautioned against IPO euphoria. Patience and selectivity are key to sustainable wealth. Valuations in mid and smallcaps remain a concern. Consumption and IT sectors show promise. FII ownership is currently low, offering comfort.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• ETMarkets PMS Talk | Gold allocation and dynamic hedging helped QAW beat Nifty in January selloff: Rishabh Nahar of Qode Advisors

  Qode Advisors' QAW strategy defied January 2026 market declines, posting a nearly 7% gain against the Nifty50's 3% fall. Fund Manager Rishabh Nahar credits a higher gold allocation and dynamic derivative hedges for cushioning risk and generating alpha. This "all weather" approach prioritizes stability and consistent returns amid global uncertainties.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Infosys bets big on AI-led skilling and sports tech, says ‘innovating in India for the world’

  Infosys is leading the way in AI-driven learning and fan engagement. The company is using AI to enhance its free learning platform, Infosys Springboard, and in sports partnerships. This approach aims to develop talent and provide real-time digital experiences. Infosys is making its expertise accessible globally, transforming how people learn and connect with sports.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• ETMarkets Smart Talk | Financials, manufacturing and consumption to lead in 2026 as India’s structural story strengthens: Raghav Iyengar

  Indian equity markets are set for a strong future. Domestically driven sectors like financials, manufacturing, and consumption will lead growth. By 2026, structural growth themes will overshadow market noise. Investors can anticipate improved earnings visibility and supportive liquidity. This period promises sustained wealth creation for long-term participants.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Goldman Sachs initiates coverage on LG Electronics India with Buy rating. Check target price and upside scope

  Shares of LG Electronics India are in focus after Goldman Sachs initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a Rs 1,750 target, implying 15% upside. The brokerage cited strong category leadership and premium positioning. Q3 net profit fell 61% YoY to Rs 89.7 crore, hurt by higher operating expenses, though shares have risen 13% in a month.
  17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Gold, Silver Rates Today Live Updates: Gold rises on dip-buying; silver slips amid Lunar New Year thin trade

  17 hours ago — Economic Times
  • Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a positive start; Asian shares trade higher 17 hours ago — Economic Times

• Japan To Invest $36 Billion In US Projects Under Trump Deal

  Japan plans to invest $36 billion in US oil, gas and critical mineral projects, the first tranche of its $550 billion commitment under the trade agreement it struck with President Donald Trump.
  17 hours ago — NDTV Business
  • Asian Shares Advance At Open, Gold Edges Lower: Markets Wrap 17 hours ago — NDTV Business

• One97 Communications among 5 stocks flashing bullish signals, hinting at a possible uptrend

  On February 17, five Nifty200 stocks featured in the bullish White Marubozu scanner, indicating decisive buying control from open to close. The long, shadowless candlestick signals strong demand and improving price momentum. Traders often use this pattern to anticipate a potential continuation of the uptrend and make informed buying decisions.
  17.5 hours ago — Economic Times
  • Adani Power among 5 NSE large-cap stocks showing bullish RSI upswing 17.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Five Stocks To Buy Today: IDFC First Bank, Cummins India, Bank Of India, And More

  Most experts expect continued momentum in large-cap and mid-cap stocks. Here are the key intraday and short-term picks recommended by top analysts.
  17.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Infosys Eyes $400 Billion AI Opportunity by 2030 — Here's What Brokerages Think

  Analysts broadly agreed that enterprise AI adoption is accelerating, with Infosys already deriving about 5.5% of its revenue — around Rs 2,500 crore — from AI-led services.
  17.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India’s taxpayer base more than doubled in the last decade

  Expansion of the base has coincided with an improvement in tax administration efficiency
  17.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Is YouTube Down? Massive Outage Hits App, Website Affecting Users Globally

  The outage was widespread, affecting YouTube TV and the main platform. YouTube hasn't officially commented on the cause, but it's likely a server-side issue.
  17.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Relief For Bhavish Aggarwal: Bombay High Court Stays Warrant Against Ola Electic CEO

  Issuing notice to the commission, the High Court held that the body had prima facie crossed the limits of its jurisdiction by invoking powers it did not possess under the Consumer Protection Act.
  17.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Asian Shares Advance, Kiwi Falls On Rate Guidance: Markets Wrap

  Breaking three days of losses, the MSCI Asia Pacific Index gained 0.6%, with Japanese shares rising.
  18 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Positive Breakout: These 13 stocks cross above their 200 DMAs

  As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily timeframe, it is generally considered to be in an overall uptrend
  18 hours ago — Economic Times

• Stock Picks Today: Infosys, LG Electronics, Tata Steel On Brokerages' Radar

  Goldman Sachs has initiated coverage on the Indian arm of the South Korean electronics-maker while analysts indicated a wait-and-watch approach to Infosys amid AI disruption.
  18 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Stock Market News Live: GIFT Nifty Indicated Positive Open; Japan's Nikkei Topix Indices Rally; Brent Crude Holds Tuesday's Losses

  The GIFT Nifty, an early indicator of Nifty 50's performance, traded little changed at25,768.50.
  18 hours ago — NDTV Business
  • Stock Market News Live: GIFT Nifty Indicated Positive Open; Japan's Nikkei Extends Gain, Topix Halt Three-Day Losing Streak 18 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Frederick Wiseman Dies, Leaving Legacy Of American Institutions

  Among the world's most admired and influential filmmakers, Wiseman won an honourary Academy Award in 2016 and completed more than 35 documentaries, some several hours long.
  18 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Titagarh Rail, Ipca Lab among 5 stocks that could give 10-40% return

  We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources.
  18 hours ago — Economic Times

• Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Slashes Amazon Stake By 75%, Bets $350 Million On New York Times

  The investment sparked strong investor interest, with the The New York Times' shares jumping more than 10% in post-market trading following the disclosure.
  18 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Oil prices lose ground on hopes of de-escalation in US-Iran tensions

  Oil prices dipped slightly as U.S.-Iran talks showed progress, easing fears of supply disruptions. Brent and WTI crude are near two-week lows. While an understanding on nuclear dispute principles was reached, a deal isn't imminent. Rising output at Kazakhstan's Tengiz field also pressured prices. Market eyes U.S. inventory data for further direction.
  18 hours ago — Economic Times

• Gold rises on dip-buying after more than 2% drop

  Gold prices saw a slight rebound on Wednesday, recovering from a significant dip triggered by progress in U.S.-Iran talks. However, subdued trading volumes due to Lunar New Year holidays across Asia are keeping a lid on gains. Investors are keenly awaiting U.S.
  18 hours ago — Economic Times

• Dollar holds gains as markets focus on peace talks, Fed minutes

  Global markets remained cautious on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions simmered, with investors keenly awaiting U.S. Federal Reserve minutes for clues on interest rates. The yen saw stability following positive manufacturing data and news of significant Japanese investments in the U.S. Meanwhile, progress was reported in nuclear talks between Iran and the U.S., and peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia continued.
  18.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• US Stocks Today |Equities close with slight gains as tech shares recover

  Indian markets saw a modest uptick as technology stocks recovered from earlier dips, with financial shares also providing a boost. Norwegian Cruise Line surged on news of an activist investor's stake, while Masimo soared following a major acquisition. General Mills faced a downturn after revising its financial outlook downwards.
  18.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Dabur Elevates Mohit Malhotra As Global CEO

  Dabur India elevated Chief Executive Officer Mohit Malhotra to the role of global CEO and appointed Herjit Bhalla as CEO for its domestic business.
  18.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• US Market | Berkshire-owned PacifiCorp, citing liquidity, sells Washington assets to Portland General Electric for $1.9 billion

  PacifiCorp, facing significant wildfire litigation costs in Oregon, is selling its Washington state wind, natural gas, and distribution assets to Portland General Electric for $1.9 billion. This strategic move aims to bolster PacifiCorp's liquidity and simplify operations amidst 'extraordinary pressure' from legal battles and regulatory challenges. The deal, pending approvals, includes key generation facilities and thousands of miles of infrastructure.
  18.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• US Market | Berkshire Hathaway invests in New York Times, trims Apple

  Berkshire Hathaway has invested in The New York Times, marking a return to the media sector. This move comes after Warren Buffett sold Berkshire's newspaper business in 2020. The company also adjusted its stakes in Apple and an online retailer. Greg Abel has succeeded Buffett as CEO.
  18.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Bank Holiday Today: Branches In This State Will Remain Shut On Wednesday

  Customers can continue to access essential services on bank holidays, including UPI payments and ATM cash withdrawals.
  18.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India In Talks With Social Media Platforms On Age-Based Restrictions, Issue Of Deepfakes: Vaishnaw

  Be it Netflix, YouTube, Meta, or X, must abide by the legal framework and the Constitution of India, emphasised the minister.
  18.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Goldman Sachs Initiates 'Buy' On LG Electronics India — Check Target Price And Reasons

  The brokerage expects the consumer durables major to benefit from favourable demographic shifts, rising premiumisation, and sustained innovation-led market leadership.
  18.5 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Infosys — Motilal Oswal Sees 33% Upside As AI Adoption Gains Traction Across Clients

  Motilal Oswal highlighted that Infosys' growing partnerships with AI-native firms such as InfosysCognition, Infosys-Cursor and Infosys-Anthropic strengthen its execution capabilities and solution stack.
  19 hours ago — NDTV Business

• SEBI wants tighter ETF bands

  An explainer on how ETFs are priced and why SEBI wants to change it.
  19 hours ago — Finshots

• T20 World Cup 2026 Points Table After Day 11: Australia Knocked Out, New Zealand Through To Super 8s

  Yuvraj Samra's historic 110 wasn't enough as New Zealand sealed their Super Eights spot, while rain sent Zimbabwe through and knocked Australia out. Nepal also signed off with a win over Scotland.
  19 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Stocks To Watch Today: Bharti Airtel, Dilip Buildcon, Infosys, BHEL And TVS Motor

  Syngene International stock will also be in focus.
  19 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Market quote of the day by Paul Samuelson | “Investing should be more like watching paint dry or watching grass grow"

  Successful investing, as Nobel laureate Paul Samuelson observed, is a patient, disciplined process akin to watching paint dry or grass grow. Modern markets' constant stimulation can lead to emotional, detrimental decisions. True wealth creation stems from rationality, diversification, and allowing compounding to work quietly over time, rewarding those who remain invested through market cycles.
  19 hours ago — Economic Times

• Oil Slips Below $63 As US-Iran Talks Show Progress, Supply Fears Still Loom

  Oil has climbed in recent months as geopolitical flashpoints, particularly tensions involving Iran, offset concerns about a looming global supply surplus.
  19 hours ago — NDTV Business

• India’s climate challenge cannot be solved in conference rooms: Tata Trusts CEO

  Mr. Sharma sought alignment between governments, philanthropists, businesses, researchers, and communities around a small set of priorities that can be scaled up over time
  19.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Global Market Today: Asian shares advance at open, gold edges lower

  Asian stocks saw a modest rise in thin holiday trading, influenced by a volatile US session and concerns over the AI outlook. Investors are closely watching the Federal Reserve's interest rate path, with mixed signals from officials regarding potential cuts. Attention also turns to the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's policy decision later today.
  19.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• SC allows Aakash Educational Services to go ahead with rights issue

  The Supreme Court has allowed Aakash Educational Services to proceed with its rights issue. This fundraising move was challenged by Byju's bankrupt parent company, Think & Learn. The court asked Think & Learn to subscribe to the shares by next Monday. Aakash Educational Services assured the court that Think & Learn's shareholding would be protected.
  19.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• INOX India’s LNG systems power Indian Railways’ LNG fuel trial for DEMU trains

  The firm provided 2,200 LNG Storage and Regasification Systems for integration into 1400 HP Dual Power Unit Cars (DPUs) of Dual-Fuel DEMU (Diesel Electric Multiple Unit) trains
  19.5 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• Asian Paints faces near-term headwinds as weak Q3 dampens sentiment

  Asian Paints stock dropped after a weak December quarter. Softening demand, extended monsoon, and competition impacted sentiment. The company expects market share gains in waterproofing and home decor. Despite slower decorative volume growth, margins expanded due to lower raw material costs. Brokerages have trimmed earnings estimates. Cost savings and new products will support profitability as demand recovery remains gradual.
  19.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Pre-market action: Here's the trade setup for today's session

  The Nifty saw a strong recovery on Tuesday, gaining almost 200 points from its low to close at 25,725. Analysts anticipate continued market strength with a positive outlook. India VIX fell, indicating reduced market fear. Foreign investors were net sellers, while domestic investors bought shares. The Rupee strengthened against the US dollar.
  19.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• Stocks in news: Maruti Suzuki, Dabur, Info Edge, GR Infraprojects, Dilip Buildcon

  Indian markets closed higher on expiry day, recovering from early weakness with selective buying. Maruti Suzuki unveiled its e VITARA electric SUV starting at Rs 10.99 lakh with a unique BaaS model. Dabur appointed Herjit S Bhalla to lead its India business, while GR Infraprojects secured a railway construction project worth Rs 668 crore.
  20 hours ago — Economic Times

• Stock Market Today: All You Need To Know Before Going Into Trade On Feb. 18

  Stocks in the news, big brokerage calls of the day, complete trade setup and much more!
  20 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Nvidia Says India Remains Central To Its Global AI Ambitions

  Under the India AI compute pillar, Nvidia is collaborating with players such as Yotta, L&T and E2E to build AI cloud infrastructure powered by tens of thousands of GPUs.
  20 hours ago — NDTV Business

• Banks may get to hedge gold price risks abroad

  The Reserve Bank of India is proposing new rules for banks. These changes will allow banks to manage gold price risks in foreign markets. Authorized dealers can also conduct rupee-based derivative contracts with overseas entities. This aims to improve price discovery and give banks more operational freedom. The move is expected to deepen the market.
  20 hours ago — Economic Times

• What lies ahead for Indian IT as brokerages reevaluate growth prospects?

  Brokerages Nomura and UBS assess the impact of AI on Indian IT stocks, with Nomura suggesting current sell-offs are front-loading pains and UBS highlighting the importance of adapting to AI. Both acknowledge transition challenges but see potential for stock floors due to cash flows and dividends. Adaptability to AI adoption and pricing model shifts will be crucial for future valuations.
  20 hours ago — Economic Times

• More leveraged deals, lower base effect spur brokerage recovery in Q3

  Indian stockbrokers saw improved revenues and profits in the third quarter. Trading volumes increased, boosted by leveraged deals and higher interest income. Exchanges like BSE and NSE also reported growth. This performance was supported by strong activity in cash and derivatives markets, as well as healthy primary market participation. Volatility in commodities also lifted trading volumes.
  20 hours ago — Economic Times

• India Inc could raise a cool $100 billion as RBI eases ECB norms

  The Reserve Bank of India has eased external commercial borrowing rules, potentially allowing Indian companies to raise up to $100 billion in 2026-27. Key changes include higher per-borrower limits, relaxed end-use permissions, and the removal of pricing restrictions, making overseas funding more accessible and attractive for corporate expansion and acquisitions.
  20 hours ago — Economic Times

• Sharp drop in gold and silver prices fails to trigger buying rush

  Gold and silver prices have seen significant drops, with gold falling nearly 16% and silver by 38%. Despite this, buyers remain cautious, hoping for further price declines, with demand primarily seen for wedding purchases.
  20.5 hours ago — Economic Times

• IOB unveils online death claim settlement portal

  “This initiative marks a significant step in the bank’s digital transformation, focusing on reducing the procedural burden for claimants during their most sensitive times,” says Indian Overseas Bank
  23 hours ago — The Hindu Business

• India’s aviation is in need of data-driven oversight

  The December 2025 IndiGo crisis highlights India’s lack of a data-driven aviation framework and a regulatory gap
  1 day ago — The Hindu Business

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