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The Budget pinpoints the critical areas where the government needs to focus on, but sustained growth needs monetary and fiscal stability

Industry must use the opportunities that the India-U.S. trade deal presents

In an emotional note shared on X, Tharoor said he was "heartbroken for our newsroom and especially for the peerless journalists who served the Post internationally."

Holding beyond this level will open further upside to 26,000 and 26,350 levels in the coming sessions.

Ishan went hammer and tongs to smash seven sixes and two fours as his 20-ball 53 underlined another dominant show from Indian batters, who piled up a massive 241 for five on a placid wicket here at the DY Patil Stadium.

The move will meaningfully boost offtake for Indian solar manufacturers, support scale up of exports, and deepen longterm supply linkages between the two countries, he noted.

Under the revised framework, SEBI has decided to exempt a wider range of equity options orders from the penalty framework.

Currently, the airline has more than 100 aircraft, including Boeing 737 MAXs, Boeing 737 NGs and Airbus A320s.

In a statement, the airline said its wide-body operation has faced external operational constraints such as continuously changing airspace constraints due to geopolitical circumstances.

Bharat Taxi operates on a zero-commission and surge-free pricing model with direct profit distribution to drivers. This positions it as an indigenous alternative to foreign investment-based platforms.

As previously highlighted by BofAs European software team in its report "Gen AI will kill SaaS" narrative: growth shock priced in, the bearish thesis on software now rests on three pillars.

In affordability parameter, India has a defining competitive advantage.

Igor Yushkov, a leading expert at the National Energy Security Fund, said that Indian refiners cannot fully stop the import of Russian crude.

The ED had initiated its investigation in the case last year, following a CBI FIR that named Anil Ambani, RCom, and others on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and corruption.

The hiring target represents an increase of approximately 20 per cent over its 2025 intake, where the company onboarded close to 20,000 graduates.

Shares of Infosys plunged 7.19%, Tata Consultancy Services tanked 6.95%, LTIMindtree dropped 5.51%, and Hexaware Technologies tumbled 4.98% on the BSE.

Fink cited the US experience, where those investing in capital markets benefited more through compounding, as compared to the bank account savers.

Latest data shared by aviation regulator DGCA showed that scheduled domestic airlines shelled out over Rs 24.27 crore towards compensation and facilities for flight cancellations that affected more than 10.46 lakh passengers in December.

Advanced Micro Devices shares plunged 13% after a lackluster sales forecast deepened investor doubts about its ability to compete with Nvidia in the AI chip market. The company predicted a slight revenue fall this quarter, despite a boost from China sales, highlighting struggles in a booming sector.

Cummins India has announced an interim dividend of Rs 20 per equity share for the fiscal 2026.

The U.S. Treasury will maintain current auction sizes for bonds and notes for several quarters, aligning with market expectations. However, Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee minutes revealed dealer estimates of a significant $1.1 trillion shortfall for 2027-2028, sparking market attention. Investors anticipate auction size increases might occur sooner than previously thought, potentially late 2026 or early next year.

A meeting of the company’s Board of Directors is scheduled on Feb. 5 to consider and approve the Q3FY26 results.

Probe report to be submitted in 90 days; order after passenger complained of buying air tickets at double the price after IndiGo cancelled his flight

Stocks of AI-linked IT giants plunged to red with Palantir Technologies Inc. trading nearly 10% lower $142.73

The company has the right to acquire the remaining stake in Cosmix Wellness after the end of fiscal 2029 for an amount that wiil be determined at that time.

Nifty closed higher for a second consecutive day, despite IT sector weakness, as other sectors gained momentum. Analysts noted initial market hesitation followed by a recovery, indicating buying interest at lower levels. Immediate resistance is seen at 25,900-25,950, with support at 25,600-25,650.

Explosive top-order batters, willy all-rounders, lethal pacers and inspiring veterans, these seven players will be making their T20 World Cup debuts.

As part of the probe, Indigo has to provide details on reasons behind mass flight cancellations and whether flight cancellations were avoidable or strategic.

Black Swan Summit India, organised in Bhubaneswar under BharatNetra, will catalyse skills, jobs and investment

The ‍S&P 500 ​opened largely ⁠flat and the Dow marginally higher on Wednesday, ‌following ‌upbeat results from Eli Lilly ‌and Super Micro Computer, while investors avoided big bets on software ​and cloud ​stocks after a ‌bruising ‍selloff in the ‍previous session.

The ‍S&P 500 ​opened largely ⁠flat and the Dow marginally higher on Wednesday, ‌following ‌upbeat results from Eli Lilly ‌and Super Micro Computer, while investors avoided big bets on software ​and cloud ​stocks after a ‌bruising ‍selloff in the ‍previous session.

The defense PSU responded that it has not receivedany official communication in this regard and will therefore not comment on the reports.

Apollo Tyres has announced an interim dividend of Rs 3.50 per equity share for the fiscal 2026.

As part of its longer-term diversification strategy, Midwest is entering the Heavy Mineral Sands (HMS) and Rare Earth Elements sectors

The inspection was done after the incident of a switch malfunctioning in an aircraft that operated a flight from London Heathrow to Bengaluru on Sunday.

Precious metals soared last month in a rally underpinned by speculative momentum, geopolitical upheaval and concerns about the Federal Reserves independence

A majority of the spam messages were from real estate and financial services firms, with 71% of them originating from these fields.

David Marcus’ comments came amid a more than 20% plunge in PayPal’s stock

Nykaa is poised for a strong performance in the December quarter. Robust festive demand and sustained momentum in its Beauty and Personal Care segment are expected to drive significant profit growth. Brokerage estimates project a substantial surge in net profit and revenue. The company is set to announce its earnings on Thursday, February 5.

The government will conduct caste enumeration in the second phase of Census 2027, with questions finalised before Population Enumeration begins.

RBI reduced the repo rate by 25 basis points in the December monetary policy review.

Revenue fell over 9% to Rs 13,948 crore.

NHPC has announced an interim dividend of Rs 1.40 per equity share for the fiscal 2026.

An industry that spends vastly more on sales and marketing than on engineering and product development was always vulnerable, said Vembu.

The cryptocurrency was down 13% so far in 2026 and has fallen 39% from its high of over $126,000 on Oct. 6. Bitcoin had fallen about 40% from its record high in October.

Samsung’s new teaser videos hint at significant camera upgrades, including advanced zoom and low-light video improvements, for the Galaxy S26 series.

Moreover, nearly 19% or 70 firms are at a loss of 25-50% from their IPO price, the data showed.

Supreme Court directs Enforcement Directorate to constitute a Special Investigation Team; criticises delay in registering case; calls for a ‘fair, dispassionate’ probe into the ‘nexus, connivance, conspiracy, collusion’ among bank officials, authorities, and managements of the companies

Mukesh Ambani urged Indians to shift savings from gold and silver into capital markets, arguing that precious metals, though safe, do not create wealth in a fast-growing economy. Speaking at a JioBlackRock event, he said productive investments offer compounding returns, unlike bullion imports that sit idle outside the formal financial system.

The iPhone 18 Pro models will likely see no significant external redesigns.

Indian government bonds rose for a second straight session as expectations of continued RBI bond purchases supported sentiment ahead of record FY27 borrowing. The 10-year yield eased to 6.6972%, while markets await the RBI’s policy decision and liquidity outlook. Traders expect no further rate cuts but continued growth-supportive OMO operations.

The net profit of the Tata Group company rose to Rs 640 crore in the October-December quarter, compared to Rs 469 crore in the same period last year.

The pilots diverted the aircraft to Kolkata after alerting air traffic control about the engine fire.

Experts are of the view that the RBI has already reduced the key short-term lending rate (repo) by 125 basis points since last February.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said the next 20–25 years will be the “era of India,” driven by rising domestic investment and rapid technological adoption. Speaking with Mukesh Ambani at a JioBlackRock event, he highlighted deeper household participation in markets and India’s growing role as a core pillar of BlackRock’s long-term strategy.

Multi-asset funds provide portfolio diversification by investing in different asset classes. Recent have led fund managers to adjust allocations. Investors should consider funds that align with their risk tolerance.

Multi-asset funds provide portfolio diversification by investing in different asset classes. Recent have led fund managers to adjust allocations. Investors should consider funds that align with their risk tolerance.

India will take on South Africa in a warm-up match on Feb. 4 ahead of the league stage of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2026.

Sitharaman also gave details of the Budget that blends traditional support for agriculture and rural jobs with a renewed push for skilling and youth-centric training frameworks to meet emerging labour market needs.

Nifty ended at 25,776, gaining 48.45 points or 0.19%, the BSE Sensex surged 78.56 points or 0.09% to Rs 83,817.69.

The 30-share BSE Sensex ended 78.56 points or 0.09% higher at 83,817.69 and the 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 48.45 points or 0.19% to settle at 25,776

From rewards and benefits to interest rates, here are seven major factors that beginners must check before choosing their first credit card.

Trent Q3 Results: Trent reported a 3% rise in its December quarter consolidated net profit to Rs 513 crore, with revenue from operations up 15% to Rs 5,345 crore. On a standalone basis, PAT surged 36% to Rs 640 crore. The company expanded its store portfolio to over 1,100 large-box fashion stores across 274 cities.

Hero MotoCorp Quarterly Results: A day after announcing the Q3FY26 results, the company will hold an earnings conference call on Feb. 6

Sebi has proposed a major revamp of its ‘fit and proper person’ framework to enhance clarity, fairness and reduce regulatory uncertainty. Key changes include codifying the right to a hearing, narrowing disqualifications, easing ineligibility norms, redefining group-entity impact, and limiting voting rights instead of forcing divestment by persons in control.

Forex traders said despite the positive sentiment after the India-U.S. trade deal, caution still remains as there is no signed or officially released trade agreement yet — no framework text or final documentation

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 90.35 and touched an early high of 90.26 and a low of 90.54 against the greenback.

While home loans offer ownership and long-term asset creation, they come with high EMIs. Renting keeps costs predictable helps with aspects such as investments.

A spokesperson for the RBI didnt respond to an email seeking comment.

The Indian rupee ended modestly ‍weaker on Wednesday, as companies hedged ​their dollar exposures and as traders assessed the stronger ⁠outlook for the Asian currency a day after a trade deal with the U.S. led to its sharpest rally in over 7 years.

Leveraging AI tools can transform your CV into a recruiter magnet.

Assets across the board have endured a volatile start to February owing to a surge in the dollar, geopolitical tensions and the possibility of another U.S. government shutdown

The Nifty IT index shed as much as 6% after opening bell as prominent stocks including LTIMindtree, Persistent Systems, HCLTech, Infosys and Wipro Ltd. declined over 5%.

SEBI has proposed to clearly codify the right to a hearing, refine the scope of disqualifying events, and reduce regulatory uncertainty for applicants and intermediaries

The Nifty IT index comprising of 10 largest companies ended nearly 6% lower, the biggest single day fall in six years.

Shares of IT companies were battered on Dalal Street on Wednesday, with the Nifty IT index plunging as much as 7%, with nearly Rs 2 lakh crore in market value being wiped out. This marked the sector’s worst single-day fall since the March 2020 Covid-19 crash.

Three minor sisters in Ghaziabad died after allegedly jumping from a ninth-floor balcony, with police citing mobile addiction and an online Korean game as potential factors.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus on Feb. 25.

Tata Steel has scheduled an earnings call with investors and analysts on Feb. 6 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to discuss the Q3FY26 results.

The company is in the process of seeking credit ratings and has held talks with banks for the transaction, according to people familiar with the matter, asking not to be identified as discussions are private.

JPMorgan says the recent global IT selloff amid AI disruption fears has veered from rational concern to outright panic. Analyst Mark Murphy noted that markets are “overwhelmingly” focused on AI headlines, ignoring enterprise software resilience. The IGV tech-software ETF fell about 5%, while stocks once considered insulated—Cloudflare, Datadog, Snowflake—plunged 9-11%, showing broad market impact across mega- and small-caps.

MD Tarun Garg said the response has exceeded expectations, with January marking the highest-ever monthly sales for the Venue.

Indian equity benchmarks were subdued. The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty were trading little changed.

Emami shares rose sharply after the FMCG major reported a 15% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 319 crore and a 10% revenue increase. Strong gross margins, improved EBITDA, resilient rural demand and a favourable winter boosted performance. The company also announced a second interim dividend of Rs 6 per share.

Emami shares rose sharply after the FMCG major reported a 15% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 319 crore and a 10% revenue increase. Strong gross margins, improved EBITDA, resilient rural demand and a favourable winter boosted performance. The company also announced a second interim dividend of Rs 6 per share.

Indian stock markets saw a significant rally of nearly 1,800 points over Monday and Tuesday. This surge was driven by positive sentiment following the India-US trade deal. Analysts highlight strong technical recovery signals and a bullish outlook. The Nifty index is nearing its all-time high, while the Bank Nifty has achieved a new record.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to debut alongside the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus on Feb. 25.

SEBI is looking to explicitly include the right to a hearing in the regulations. Although the practice of giving a reasonable opportunity of being heard already exists, it has been proposed to be clearly stated in the rules to remove any procedural ambiguity.

Aye Finance is scheduled to list on the BSE and NSE on Feb. 16.

At the fag end of the hearing, Banerjee conveyed her regards to the bench for the opportunity to argue and urged it to "save democracy".

Nine companies from the Nifty500 universe have posted consistent quarter-on-quarter growth in earnings per share up to the December 2025 quarter, indicating improving profitability and operational efficiency. Stocks such as IIFL Finance, Shriram Finance, Craftsman Automation and Solar Industries India stood out in the StockEdge profitability scan.

Tata Motors PV Q3FY26 may show resilient India passenger vehicle demand but weak consolidated results as Jaguar Land Rover faces production disruption and margin stress after a cyber-attack, with most brokerages forecasting revenue decline and losses despite steady domestic volumes.

Fractal Analytics is set to launch India’s first pure-play AI IPO next week, aiming to raise Rs 2,834 crore amid rising global investor interest in AI-driven businesses. The issue is drawing strong grey market interest with a 21% premium, supported by the company’s global client base and improving financials, though valuation concerns remain.

Aluminium prices rose on the MCX, supported by gains in Asian markets and limited global supply after China capped output. Analysts say the metal has corrected from recent highs but remains in an upward trend, with strong support near Rs 305–310 and potential upside toward Rs 335–340 in the coming weeks.

Indian equity benchmarks were subdued. The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty were trading little changed.

Bharti Airtel is expected to deliver steady Q3 results, with brokerages forecasting up to 18% YoY revenue growth and a 35% jump in profit. ARPU expansion, strong home broadband momentum, and sustained gains in Airtel Africa are seen driving performance, while consolidated margins are likely to remain stable to slightly higher.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has warned that AI is bursting the “inflated” SaaS bubble, as automation threatens core coding and professional tasks. He said the SaaS sector was already “ripe for consolidation,” citing a business model overly reliant on sales and marketing over product development. Years of venture capital and market hype, he added, have sustained an unsustainable system.

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu has warned that AI is bursting the “inflated” SaaS bubble, as automation threatens core coding and professional tasks. He said the SaaS sector was already “ripe for consolidation,” citing a business model overly reliant on sales and marketing over product development. Years of venture capital and market hype, he added, have sustained an unsustainable system.

The BSE Sensex rose 2,319 points. It had risen as much as 4,200 points to 85,871.The NSE Nifty 50 rose 2.8% to 25,783.95 after rising as much as 5% intraday.

Alphabet plans to expand its Bangalore office space by leasing and optioning 2.4 million square feet, potentially doubling its Indian workforce to 20,000 employees.

Apple has introduced support for AI-powered coding agents in the Xcode 26.3 release candidate.

In conversation with Anuja Malhotra, policy manager at the Centre for Policy Design, ATREE, Bengaluru, about how environment and tribal people are represented in the budget

The JEE Main 2026 provisional answer key objection window is now open and will close on Feb 6, 2026. Candidates can challenge the provisional answer key with a non-refundable online payment of Rs 200 per question.

Pricing and product mix are expected to offer incremental support. HSBC notes that discounts were flat sequentially, while the company took a price hike of about 50 basis points during the quarter. Kotak expects average selling prices to rise 2–2.5% YoY, helped by a richer mix, including a higher share of exports and scooters.

The selloff, ​partly sparked by AI developer Anthropic’s updated chatbot release last week that heightened fears of AI-driven disruption in the data and professional services industry, broadened on Wednesday

Bajaj Finserv Q3 Results: Bajaj Finserv reported a flat consolidated net profit of Rs 2,229 crore for Q3FY26, while revenue rose 24% to Rs 39,708 crore. Interest income and insurance operations supported growth, even as emerging businesses posted losses. Bajaj Finance, Bajaj General and Bajaj Life all recorded healthy growth across lending, premiums and new business metrics.

Indian equity benchmarks were subdued. The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty were trading little changed.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the STT hike on F&O trading, citing heavy retail losses and aiming to curb speculation. She highlighted increased spending on health and education, not cuts, and outlined a target of 50% debt-to-GDP by 2030-31. The budget also includes significant rural employment funding and infrastructure projects for election-bound states, incorporating youth feedback.

Until now, capital gains on SGBs were exempt if bonds were redeemed with the Reserve Bank of India at the eight-year maturity.

Indian travellers swear by ‘zero forex’ cards, yet still overpay abroad. The real cost lies not in visible fees, but in padded exchange rates and conversion traps few travellers notice.

In the latest teaser, Oppo has revealed details of the camera.

Over the past 15 years, the worst single-day crash in the Nifty IT index was recorded on April 12, 2013, when it plunged a staggering 12%, according to ACE Equity data. The closest comparable selloff came in 2022, when the index fell 6% in a single session, making today’s plunge the steepest in six years.

Anand Rathi trims its earnings estimate to factor in weaker margin and higher amortisation expenses for Comfort Click acquisition.

Indian equity benchmarks were subdued. The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty were trading little changed.

A lack of details regarding the India-US trade deal was flagged by Opposition leaders in Parliament.

A Reddit user criticised Gurugrams infrastructure, citing poor roads, waterlogging during heavy rains and high pollution.

The defence ministry has evaluated technical bids from seven Indian firms and has shortlisted TASL, L&T, and Bharat Forge.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismissed fears that artificial intelligence ‍will replace software and ​related tools, calling the idea "illogical", after a significant ⁠selloff in global software stocks on Tuesday.

Bank of America expects the rupee to strengthen to 88.60–89.00 by March-end after a landmark U.S.–India trade deal triggered its sharpest gain in seven years. The Rupee’s rebound follows months of pressure from foreign outflows, though BofA says RBI is unlikely to resume aggressive dollar-buying even if inflows return.

He instructed authorities to strengthen the Maharashtra Airport Development Company Ltd. All ongoing airport projects in the state will be handled by the agency. 

Microsoft has announced the first wave of Xbox Game Pass additions for February 2026, with new titles rolling out from Feb. 3 to Feb. 17.

The Kyoto-based gaming company on Tuesday reported robust sales for the Switch 2 during the year-end shopping season, though ‌the ‌system is viewed as lacking high-profile game titles to drive demand.

Schiff comments came after the precious metal recovered on Tuesday following a sharp retreat over the past two sessions.

RCB skipper Smriti Mandhana will have the opportunity to lead her side to parity with Mumbai Indians in terms of success in the WPL, while Delhi Capitals will look to break their final jinx.

As the post gained traction, many people agreed with Kacholia’s sentiment, noting that the market may have gotten its final “trigger”.

The Supreme Court said the CBI has already delayed looking into the allegations, and no further delay would be tolerated

The panel will consist ofChairman Srinivas Injeti, MD and CEO Ashishkumar Chauhan andother nominees from the board, sources told NDTV Profit.

Alphabet currently employs around ⁠14,000 in India, out of a global workforce of roughly 190,000, according to the report

Anthropic launched plug-ins ​for its Claude Cowork agent on Friday that would automate tasks across legal, sales, marketing and data analysis

Fractal Analytics is an analytics and artificial intelligence company that serves industries such as consumer packaged goods, insurance, retail, healthcare and life sciences.

Global software and IT stocks suffered a sharp selloff after Anthropic unveiled new AI tools capable of automating legal, sales, marketing and data analysis tasks. Fears that AI may replace—rather than support—software firms triggered what analysts call a “SaaSpocalypse,” wiping out billions in market value across the US, Europe and India.

With its accelerating operational capabilities and diversified growth levers, Adani Ports is well-positioned to grow faster than the broader industry in the years ahead, highlights Motilal Oswal.

The exemption is subject to four conditions, according to the sources. The development came after the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, in the Budget speech on Sunday, announced a tax holiday for foreign companies that provide global cloud services using data centres located in India.

Under the proposal, an employer can claim a deduction for employees PF contributions if the amount is deposited before the due date of filing the employers I-T return.

The bidders were required to prove that they have the technical capability to absorb the AMCA design and possess adequate experience in development, engineering, manufacturing, equipping and testing, among other things. One of the clauses also discouraged companies with a large outstanding order book.

Power Finance Corporation will announce its financial results for the quarter and nine months ended Dec. 31, 2025, on Thursday.

Veteran investor Jim Rogers said precious metals remain a core part of a long-term portfolio despite recent rallies and volatility, noting he is neither buying nor selling gold and silver at current levels as he focuses on long-term investing over short-term price moves.

Gokaldas Exports shares have surged over 40% in two sessions after India and the US announced a landmark trade deal cutting tariffs to 18%. With the US contributing nearly 70% of its revenue, the company stands to benefit significantly. The stock also shows strong technical momentum and rising institutional ownership.

CM says, the state government guarantees ‘Triple S - Safety, Stability and Speed’ to every investor

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has strongly defended the new India-US trade agreement. She assured that Indian interests, especially in agriculture and dairy, are protected. Tariffs on Indian exports to the US have seen a significant reduction. Opposition parties have raised concerns about transparency and potential impacts. Full details are expected to be shared through parliamentary channels soon.

The watchdog also seeks to add more officers to its supervision division, with hiring skewed toward specialists in cybersecurity controls as digital risks multiply across the banking system, according to the people. The overhaul is still under consideration and details could evolve, they said. The Reserve Bank of India did not reply to a Bloomberg email seeking comment.

Rather than extending broad-based tax cuts, Budget 2026 eases compliance requirements, rationalises TCS and offers relief on motor accident compensation thus benefitting middle class and salaried taxpayers as a whole.

The uptake was also ‌lower, with ‌38% of the bonds on offer sold, compared with ‌58% last week, according to a Hanoi Stock Exchange filing.The auction took total government bond sales so far this year to 30 trillion dong, ​according to exchange data.

Forex traders said investors are trading with caution as the India-U.S. trade deal still awaits formalisation

From the Sensex firms, Mahindra&Mahindra, Power Grid, Reliance Industries, NTPC, ICICI Bank and ITC were among the biggest gainers

More than 3,000 athletes from over 90 nations will compete across 116 medal events in 16 disciplines over 19 days. India will be represented by alpine skier Arif Mohammad Khan and cross-country skier Stanzin Lundup.

The central bank has a large negative short forwards book of $62.4 billion as of December, which means it will need to repay these dollars.

“This collaboration aims to enhance rural logistics and enable villages (in Indonesia) to become independent centres of economic growth,” said M&M

Pradeep Aggarwal, Founder and Chairman of Signature Global (India) Ltd, said the company has continued to deliver steady performance during the first nine months of this fiscal.

Pradeep Aggarwal, Founder and Chairman of Signature Global (India) Ltd, said the company has continued to deliver steady performance during the first nine months of this fiscal.

Oil prices climbed after the U.S. ​shot down an Iranian drone and armed boats approached a U.S.-flagged vessel in a key waterway, while precious metals ⁠found a firmer footing after a recent rout.meback

The Indian Rupee is set for a strong rise against the US Dollar following a new trade deal. Experts predict the Rupee could reach the 89 mark. Foreign investors are expected to return, reversing recent outflows. This development will benefit importers and could ease inflation. Exporters may see reduced competitiveness. Regulators are advised to let the market strengthen naturally.

Indian IT stocks experienced a significant selloff on Wednesday. Investors reacted to fears that artificial intelligence could make traditional software and IT services outdated. This led to a substantial drop in market value for major IT companies. Global tech stocks also saw declines. The concern is that AI advancements may increase competition and reduce profitability for these firms.

Indian IT stocks experienced a significant selloff on Wednesday. Investors reacted to fears that artificial intelligence could make traditional software and IT services outdated. This led to a substantial drop in market value for major IT companies. Global tech stocks also saw declines. The concern is that AI advancements may increase competition and reduce profitability for these firms.

Indian IT stocks experienced a significant selloff on Wednesday. Investors reacted to fears that artificial intelligence could make traditional software and IT services outdated. This led to a substantial drop in market value for major IT companies. Global tech stocks also saw declines. The concern is that AI advancements may increase competition and reduce profitability for these firms.

The Galaxy S26 series is expected to debut at a Galaxy Unpacked event on Feb. 25.

India and the US have finalized a landmark trade deal, significantly reducing tariffs on Indian exports to the US from 50% to 18%. This pact is expected to boost several Indian companies, particularly in the textile, auto ancillary, and electronics sectors, by improving their competitiveness and opening new export opportunities.

Gold April futures on MCX are trading near the Rs 1.6 lakh/per 10 gram levels, while silver March futures have gained over Rs 13,000 to trade near Rs 2.81 lakh.

IND vs AFG, U19 World Cup 2026 Semi Final: India have had a great run in the tournament, having won all their five matches quite comfortably.

Toronto-based Thomson Reuters, which owns the Westlaw legal database, slumped by nearly 18%. It is on track for its ‌biggest daily loss on record and lowest close since J

Before the merger, Musk owned around 42% of SpaceX, which was valued at $800 billion following a tender offer in December.

Gold and silver futures extended gains for a second session, driven by geopolitical tensions after the US shot down an Iranian drone, along with bargain buying and a softer dollar. MCX silver jumped 4% and gold rose 3%, while global prices surged to multi-year highs. Analysts expect continued volatility amid dollar moves and geopolitical risks.

India and the US have announced a trade deal. Investors are celebrating, but experts urge caution. The full details are not yet public. Past trade announcements from the US have been inconsistent. Potential costs for switching oil supplies and sensitive sectors like agriculture are concerns. The deal aims to boost trade and investor confidence.

India and the US have announced a trade deal. Investors are celebrating, but experts urge caution. The full details are not yet public. Past trade announcements from the US have been inconsistent. Potential costs for switching oil supplies and sensitive sectors like agriculture are concerns. The deal aims to boost trade and investor confidence.

At 9:42 a.m. on Wednesday, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders shares were trading0.82% lower at Rs2,430.30 apiece on the NSE.

The Nifty IT index shed as much as 6% after opening bell as prominent stocks including LTIMindtree, Persistent Systems, HCLTech, Infosys and Wipro Ltd. declined over 5%.

The company reported an 8% year-on-year rise in Q3FY26 net profit to Rs 414 crore, while revenue grew 11.5% to Rs 3,567 crore, led by solid domestic growth and stronger export performance.

Systematix remain positive on NMDC based on a robust medium to long term growth outlook and retains its FY28 estimates.

Shares of Bharat Coking Coal will be in focus after the Coal India arm reported a Rs 23 crore net loss in its first earnings since listing, against a profit a year ago. Revenue fell 25% YoY, though losses narrowed sequentially on higher sales and lower expenses. The stock still trades well above its IPO price.

In an exchange filing on Tuesday, February 3, Yes Bank said Tonse has been appointed for a three-year term from his date of joining, which is yet to be announced. The appointment will also be subject to approval from the bank’s shareholders.

In an exchange filing on Tuesday, February 3, Yes Bank said Tonse has been appointed for a three-year term from his date of joining, which is yet to be announced. The appointment will also be subject to approval from the bank’s shareholders.

Indian Energy Exchange shares will be in focus on February 4 after the exchange posted its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume in January 2026, up nearly 20% YoY. Higher power availability from renewables and coal lowered market prices, boosted liquidity and drove strong growth in real-time, term-ahead and green power segments.

Indian equity benchmarks Nifty and Sensex opened lower on Wednesday, dragged down by a significant sell-off in IT stocks following a major tech rout in the US. Investors also booked profits after a strong rally, while escalating geopolitical tensions added to market caution. Despite the weak open, indices pared losses to trade flat.

Shares of Hindustan Copper have fallen 9.94% in the past five trading sessions on the NSE.

Bajaj Finance shares remained in focus after the lender reported Q3 results showing a year-on-year decline in net profit due to higher provisions, even as net interest income grew strongly. Stable margins, rising assets under management, robust loan growth and customer additions highlighted continued strength in core lending operations.

Motilal Oswal initiates coverage on Ventive Hospitality with a Buy rating, sees upto 30% upside.

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty decline during the pre-market open. Catch all the live updates on stock markets here.

On February 3, seven stocks from the Nifty50 index entered the RSI Trending Up scan after gaining over 4% and seeing their RSI cross above the 50 mark from lower levels. This technical signal reflects improving momentum and rising buying interest, often tracked by traders for potential upside opportunities.

Mumbai court sentences Shree Jogdhankar to life imprisonment for the 2021 murder of teenager Jhanvi Kukreja, citing hair evidence and injuries proving a brutal assault before her fall.

Budget 2026 has removed tax-free redemption for secondary market buyers and shut the premature redemption route after five years, leaving tax exemption only for bonds bought at issue and held till maturity.

Msafe Equipments raised Rs 18.76 crore from anchor investors ahead of the issue, which also added to confidence around the offering. The IPO is being managed by Seren Capital, with Maashitla Securities acting as the registrar. Evermore Share Broking is the market maker for the issue

The IPO of Grover Jewells opened for subscription on Tuesday, with the issue seeing a flat response in the grey market, where it is quoting at a premium of 0%. The IPO, which is entirely a fresh issue, is aimed at raising Rs 33.83 crore and will remain open until February 6. The company is scheduled to list on the NSE SME platform on February 11.

OpenAI confirmed on its status page that users were experiencing elevated error rates on ChatGPT.

Fractal Analytics IPO: The issue consists of a fresh issue worth up to Rs 1,023.5 crore and an offer for sale of Rs 1,810 crore.

Brandman Retail’s IPO opened on Tuesday, attracting early grey-market interest with a premium of about 5%. The Rs 86.09-crore fresh issue, priced at Rs 167–176 per share, will close on February 6 and is set to list on the NSE SME platform on February 11.

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The industrialist has previously spoken about legacy-driven philanthropy, and the latest statement reinforces a more formalised approach.

The Rs 29.20 crore IPO of Kanishk Aluminium was a fixed-price issue and was open for subscription from January 28 to January 30. The issue was subscribed just about 1.04 times overall, reflecting modest investor interest

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Accretion Nutraveda IPO: Demand from non-institutional investors stood at 2.08 times, while the qualified institutional buyers’ portion was subscribed marginally at 1.01 times. The company had also raised Rs 7.02 crore from anchor investors ahead of the public issue.

Varun Beverages continues to report robust volume growth across markets, aided by wider distribution, and affordability-led strategies.

According to officials, Pankaja Munde arrived in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar on a chartered plane on Monday and took the helicopter for poll campaigning later in the day.

Cummins India, Emcure Pharmaceuticals, NHPC, Keystone Realtors and TeamLease Services are among the companies that will declare earnings on Wednesday.

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The main outcome of shrinking the balance sheet would be to have a yield curve that is more normally positively sloped as it was ‌historically before all the intervention ‌following the financial crisis," said Eric Kuby, chief investment officer at North Star Investment Management Corp in Chicago.

AI heavyweights Nvidia and Microsoft each fell almost 3%. Alphabet dropped 1.2% ahead of its report on Wednesday, while Amazon declined 1.8% ahead of its Thursday report.

Prices of silver increased further to Rs 2.67 lakh per kg on Wednesday, while gold rose to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams, according to India Bullions.

Jaishankar and Rubio discussed formalising bilateral cooperation on critical minerals exploration, mining, and processing, the State Department said.

Indian corporates anticipate a surge in overseas borrowing over the next two quarters, fueled by improved investor sentiment following a US-India trade deal. This agreement, which includes tariff reductions, has already led to buying in Indian bonds and a spread compression.

The GIFT Nifty, an early indicator of the Nifty 50s performance, traded little changed at 25,793.50 as of 6:45 am.

A group of House conservatives had threatened to use procedural manoeuvres to block the deal, but relented after Trump demanded they vote to pass the measure.

The India-US trade deal has eased tariff uncertainty, boosting investor sentiment and suggesting market stress may have peaked. While not a game-changer, the agreement is expected to align equity returns with corporate earnings, projected at 12-15% in 2026. Fund managers recommend diversified portfolios, export sectors, and selective mid and small-cap investments.

Altman named Dylan Scandinaro, who was previously listed as being on an AI safety team at Anthropic,

Brent, the global benchmark, rose nearly 1.6% to $67.33 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate advanced toward $64.

Further losses, he said, could rapidly strain the balance sheets of major holders, force selling across the crypto ecosystem and trigger widespread value destruction.

Bullion was near $4,950 an ounce in early trading, after climbing more than 6% in the previous session as a risk-on tone returned to markets.

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Musk had accused the agency of selective enforcement and challenged the case as an affront to his constitutional free-speech rights.

Indian equities surged on Tuesday following a significant trade deal announcement with the US, alleviating tariff concerns. Analysts anticipate continued positive market momentum, driven by recent trade agreements, budget announcements, and the Q3 earnings season. The Indian rupee also saw a record gain against the US dollar.

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Backed by private equity major Bain Capital, the proposed IPO will comprise a fresh issue of equity shares along with an offer for sale (OFS) by existing investors, while the promoters will not sell any stake through the OFS, sources said

The company said it took an impact of ₹38 crore because of the implementation of the new labour codes, which restricted its reported profit growth

The Indian rupee emerged as the best-performing Asian currency on Tuesday (February 3. 2026), registering a record gain of 117 paise or 1.28% in a single trading session to settle at 90.32 against the U.S. dollar