Plan joint general and life insurance companies in the country 

The country’s agarbathi industry is currently pegged at ₹8,000 crore

IndusInd Bank is set to discuss raising funds through long-term bonds at its upcoming board meeting on July 23. This consideration follows a $230 million loss due to past misaccounting, which led to the resignations of its CEO and deputy in April. The bank is also evaluating potential capital increases via depository receipts and qualified institutional placements.

Reliance Industries reported its highest-ever quarterly net profit of ₹26,994 crore in Q1FY26, up 78% YoY, driven by strong growth in telecom, retail, and oil-to-chemicals segments. Jio crossed 200 million 5G users, while retail and Jio-bp delivered solid gains.

Excluding proceeds of profit from sale of investments, net profit grew 25% YoY backed by strong double-digit profit growth from Jio, retail and O2C businesses.

JioStar, the RIL-Disney joint venture, posted a Q1FY26 net profit of ₹581 crore and ₹9,601 crore revenue, driven by IPL’s record performance on TV and digital. Despite weak FMCG ad spends, strong sports and subscription income lifted earnings.

Jio Platforms reported a 25% YoY rise in Q1FY26 net profit to ₹7,110 crore, led by strong 5G and broadband user growth. Revenue rose 19% YoY to ₹35,032 crore. Subscriber additions and higher ARPU drove performance amid rising digital consumption.

Reliance Retail posted an 11% revenue rise to Rs 84,171 crore and 28% profit growth in Q1 FY26. Despite early monsoon affecting electronics sales, recovery is underway. Strong gains were seen across grocery, fashion, and digital platforms like JioMart.

Spandana Sphoorty Financial will open a ₹400 crore rights issue on August 1 at ₹230 per share—nearly 25% below market price—to address asset quality stress and support equity infusion for FY26.

Reliance Retail, a division of RIL, saw its net profit increase by 28% year over year. The profit reached Rs 3,271 crore in the first quarter. Revenues also increased by 11% year over year, totaling Rs 73,720 crore. Mukesh Ambani said that the retail business saw growth in its customer base. The customer base expanded to 358 million.

Shares of Talen Energy jumped more than 15% on Friday in premarket trading, a day after the power producer announced deals worth $3.5 billion to buy two gas-fired plants.

NOIDA has received a tax exemption under Section 10 (46A) starting from assessment year 2024-25, allowing it to avoid income tax on public utility services. 

Bandhan Bank reported a 65% decline in Q1FY26 net profit at ₹372 crore, hit by elevated slippages and provisions in its microfinance portfolio. Gross NPAs rose to 4.96%. Operating profit fell 14% due to weaker net interest income.

A high initial-margin requirement will discourage "undue speculation" in the newly-launched electricity futures segment, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Friday.

Despite a 501-point Sensex drop, 10 BSE 500 stocks hit fresh 52-week highs, showing strong momentum and investor confidence. Gains ranged from 9% to 26% over the past month.

Markets regulator Sebi in collaboration with BSE, CDSL, NSDL and KFintech has launched a Securities Market Hackathon at Global Fintech Fest 2025.

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Bandhan Bank posted a 65% YoY decline in Q1FY26 net profit to Rs 372 crore, driven by higher provisions. Despite this, deposits grew 16% and retail term deposits surged 34% YoY. Asset quality remains stable with 5% gross NPA.

ITR 2025: Schedule FA (Foreign Assets) in the ITR form is primarily meant for reporting foreign assets, and Schedule FSI (Foreign Source Income) is meant for reporting income from foreign sources.

Gold prices rose Rs 100 to Rs 98,770 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday amid a firm trend in the international markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association.

Indian markets ended lower on Friday amid weak earnings, global concerns, and selling in financial stocks. Select stocks like GMDC, Cupid, and Saregama posted sharp gains on specific triggers, while Axis Bank and Clean Science declined post results.

The Nifty Realty index closed 0.12 per cent down at 999.9.

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The rupee weakens against dollar due to fund outflows, oil prices, and equity market decline, but greenback weakness limits depreciation

Kavita Damani successfully claimed capital gains tax exemption by reinvesting profits from a property sale in a flat bought from her husband, despite initial rejection by the assessing officer.

Carefully compare loans against fixed deposits, gold, and shares. This can help you choose the best asset-backed personal loan in 2025 based on risk, interest rates, and flexibility.

Sensex and Nifty plummet due to foreign fund outflows and banking share sell-offs, impacting market indices globally

The Indian rupee weakened slightly on Friday, falling for a second consecutive week, as the dollar recovered from a more than two-year low and outflows pressured local stocks.

JSW Steel on Friday reported a 158% year-on-year (YoY) surge in its Q1FY26 consolidated net profit.

RBI in 2024 directed the cooperative banks that any crop loan up to ₹2 lakh to the members be given without any collateral. Farmers argue that when banks insist on collateral for the loan of more than ₹2 lakh, then why do they ask for the credit score?

Indian Overseas Bank posted a 76% YoY rise in June quarter profit to Rs 1,111 crore, aided by higher recoveries, improved asset quality, lower provisions, and increased income. Gross NPA fell to 1.97%, while NII rose 12.5%.

“For the first time, we are designating a flag registry and the biggest Rosneft refinery in India,” says EU’s highest-ranking diplomat, Kaja Kallas

Anand Shah of ICICI Prudential AMC notes market consolidation after a sharp rally, emphasizing that growth remains a challenge. He highlights resilient consumer services driven by rising per capita income and consolidation opportunities in sectors like telecom and airlines. While banks face potential NIM compression, Shah awaits wage growth catalysts via exports or fiscal measures to boost consumption.

ICICI Bank is expected to post steady Q1FY26 results with up to 12% YoY PAT growth and modest NII gains. However, margin compression, higher provisions, and deposit trends are key concerns to monitor ahead of July 19 earnings.

If you want to link your credit card to your Unified Payment Interface (UPI) account, all you need to do is to apply for a RuPay card regardless of which bank has issued it

Special Ops 2: When plausible deniability is the way our secret services work, then who takes responsibility when the brave men and women die for political fat cats and their agenda? This second season is all about Himmat Singh and his ace team trying to save our country from losing a cyber war.

Though it has been a year since a hacked multi-signature wallet cost the exchange more than $230 million, WazirX investors are unable to access their locked-up crypto

The Wealth Company Mutual Fund enters the Rs 74.41 trillion industry with SEBI approval, aiming to democratize investing for Tier 3 markets using PE-style research and AI-driven strategies.

Indian defence stocks, including HAL and BDL, experienced a downturn on Friday, with shares tumbling up to 5% as investors booked profits after a sustained rally. The Nifty India Defence index declined for the third consecutive session, reflecting a shift in sentiment from optimism to caution.

Realty firm CRC Group will invest around Rs 1,500 crore to develop an ultra-luxury housing project in Greater Noida as part of its expansion plan.

Realty firm Godrej Properties Ltd has acquired a 48-acre land parcel in Bengaluru and will sell housing plots in this upcoming project.

Monika Alcobev IPO: In the unlisted market, Monika Alcobev was trading at a grey market premium (GMP) of Rs 0. A GMP of zero indicates minimal to no investor interest in the grey market for the stock, implying that informal investors do not anticipate significant price gains once the stock is officially listed on the exchange.

Shares of Samvardhana Motherson and Motherson Sumi Wiring appeared to plunge over 30% on July 18, but the sharp fall was due to a 1:2 bonus issue adjustment. The price drop was technical, with no impact on the overall investment value of shareholders.

Explore the best business credit cards with detailed comparisons on fees, rewards, and features to help small businesses and entrepreneurs make smart credit card choices.

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ITC Hotels shares extended their rally for a third straight session, rising over 2% after posting a 54% YoY jump in Q1FY26 profit. Revenue grew 15.5%, aided by strong occupancy and RevPAR gains. Elara Securities reaffirmed its ‘Accumulate’ rating, raising the stock’s target price to Rs 256, citing improved operating leverage and robust performance at ITC Ratnadipa.

As e-commerce and quick-commerce firms seek to turn their scale into profitability, platform fees have, in a matter of months, gone from a small experiment on Swiggy to something that even Amazon charges to Indian customers.

As e-commerce and quick-commerce firms seek to turn their scale into profitability, platform fees have, in a matter of months, gone from a small experiment on Swiggy to something that even Amazon charges to Indian customers.

Since the market has already enjoyed a few very strong years, Siddharth Bothra believes the future will likely be driven more by stock selection and quality-focused investing.

YES Bank shares: YES Bank’s stock continues to trade within a narrow range, as conflicting technical and fundamental indicators create uncertainty. Its movement—either a breakout above ₹27 or a dip below ₹17—will likely hinge on market sentiment, institutional activity, and the RBI’s decision on SMBC’s pending application.

Amidst US tariff adjustments, India might escape significant repercussions, potentially securing a mini trade agreement before July 31 with tariffs below 20%. While BRICS nations face potential additional tariffs and a bill targeting Russian crude purchases could impact India, the Fed is likely to hold rates steady.

Cupid Ltd shares hit an all-time high of Rs 147 after the company announced a strategic investment in GII Healthcare, managed by Gulf Islamic Investments. The move marks Cupid’s entry into the Middle East and aligns with its global growth ambitions. The investment targets healthcare opportunities in Saudi Arabia and strengthens the company’s push into high-potential international markets.

A growing number of Indian entrepreneurs are moving to the UAE, especially Dubai, for its zero income tax. This trend is driven by the desire for better financial planning and lifestyle upgrades, as Indian tax laws impose significant taxes on global earnings.

Japan’s core consumer inflation eased slightly from May’s 3.7% rise, helped by resumed gasoline subsidies, but underlying price pressures remain broad-based and persistent.

The project involves structural repairs, important safety upgrades, and the removal of hazardous materials like asbestos and lead. It also includes the replacement of outdated systems.

Gold and silver saw limited buying interest as strong U.S. economic data eased expectations of imminent Fed rate cuts. Better-than-expected June retail sales and a drop in jobless claims to a three-month low highlighted the economy’s resilience despite ongoing tariff pressures.

Waaree Renewable shares: Waaree Renewable reported a net profit of ₹86.44 crore for Q1 FY26 on Thursday, reflecting a 205% increase from ₹28.30 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations jumped 155% year-on-year to ₹603.18 crore, up from ₹236.35 crore in the corresponding period of the previous year.

Mutual Funds: Mirae Asset ELSS Tax Saver Fund offers tax savings under Section 80C, a three‑year lock‑in period, low expense ratio and diversified equity portfolio, delivering strong long‑term growth of 18.70 % CAGR.

The Nifty Realty index was trading 0.11 per cent down at 999.95.

According to the latest shareholding data for the quarter ending June 2025, the prominent investor acquired 3 lakh shares of the company, amounting to a 1.28% equity stake.

“This acquisition strategically aligns with Reliance Retail’s vision of democratising aspirational living,” Reliance Retail said in a statement

HDFC Bank is set to announce its Q1 earnings, with analysts predicting moderate profit growth but pressure on net interest margins. Net profit is expected to rise by 1.5-6% YoY, while NII may grow by 4.6-6.2%. Loan growth remains sluggish, but deposit growth has improved.

Savy Infra and Logistics will launch its IPO on Monday, July 21, to raise up to Rs 69.98 crore at the upper price band of Rs 120. The issue comprises 58.32 lakh equity shares and will be listed on NSE Emerge. The proceeds will fund working capital and general corporate purposes.

Raymond shares: The brokerage stated that Raymond’s shift toward becoming a precision manufacturing-centric firm, particularly through its aerospace and auto components divisions, sets the stage for “strong multi-year growth.”

Being unsecured, personal loans tend to carry a high rate of interest. Here we list out the interest rates charged by different banks including HDFC, ICICI and Kotak Mahindra

Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) monetary policy committee (MPC) started cutting benchmark interest rate in February this year. In the two successive policy meets, the banking regulator further cut the repo rate by 75 basis points, thus bringing the total interest rate lower by 100 basis points

The Nifty IT index was trading 0.46 per cent down at 36968.1.

Ixigo shares: Ixigo recorded a 73% year-on-year rise in revenue from operations, reaching ₹314.5 crore in the June quarter. Net profit grew by 27% YoY to ₹19 crore, while gross transaction value (GTV) rose 55% to ₹4,644.7 crore, driven by strong performance in the flight and bus segments (up 81%) and a 30% increase in train GTV.

The Nifty Bank index was trading 0.96 per cent down at 56282.35.

Nuvoco Vistas shares: The East India-based cement company reported a significant jump in consolidated net profit for the April–June quarter, rising to ₹133.16 crore from ₹2.84 crore a year ago. Operating revenue increased by nearly 9% to ₹2,872.70 crore.

U.S. President Donald Trump has pushed to make the U.S. the “crypto capital of the world”

Amazon has joined a growing list of firms, including Microsoft, Meta, and CrowdStrike in announcing layoffs this year

Analysts said sentiment among banking stocks is especially cautious in response to Axis Bank’s latest financial results, which fell short of market expectations

Waaree Energies shares: The Alliance for American Solar Manufacturing and Trade has filed petitions alleging that China is saturating the U.S. market with unfairly low-priced solar products manufactured in the listed Asian countries.

IndiQube Spaces, a workplace solutions company, is launching its IPO. The IPO will open on July 23 and close on July 25. The price is fixed between Rs 225 to Rs 237 per share. The company plans to raise Rs 700 crore. They will use the funds for expansion and debt repayment. The company manages properties across 15 cities.

Shares of Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency have fallen sharply after a significant rally. The stock is trading below key technical averages, raising concerns about investor confidence. Loan sanctions and disbursements increased, but the market remains unconvinced. Analysts suggest caution, pointing to resistance levels and potential for further correction. Asset quality and rising costs are overshadowing operational performance.

Negotiations between India and the U.S. are underway to iron out pending issues for a trade deal, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said

HDFC AMC reported a 24% YoY rise in Q1FY26 PAT to Rs 748 crore, with revenue up 25% at Rs 968 crore. Brokerages remain bullish, citing strong flows, margin expansion, and earnings growth. Motilal, Nuvama, and Antique have all retained Buy ratings.

HDFC AMC reported a 24% YoY rise in Q1FY26 PAT to Rs 748 crore, with revenue up 25% at Rs 968 crore. Brokerages remain bullish, citing strong flows, margin expansion, and earnings growth. Motilal, Nuvama, and Antique have all retained Buy ratings.

Meta is among several technology companies that have struck high-profile deals and doled out multi-million-dollar pay packages

Indian stock markets saw a slightly negative start today. Sensex and Nifty both opened lower, influenced by losses in banking and telecom sectors. This happened despite positive global cues. Asian stocks are up, following strong US economic data. Recent data indicates a resilient US economy, boosting investor confidence worldwide.

On Friday, Sensex and Nifty experienced a decline, influenced by losses in Axis Bank and Bharti Airtel. This occurred despite positive global cues. Asian stocks saw gains, mirroring record highs in the U.S. market. FIIs were net sellers, while DIIs continued buying. Oil prices remained stable amidst supply concerns. The Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar in early trading.

Indian stock markets Sensex and Nifty faced a decline on Friday. Axis Bank, Bharti Airtel, and Kotak Bank shares saw losses. This happened despite positive global cues from U.S. labor and retail data. Asian stocks generally rose. FIIs were net sellers, while DIIs continued buying. Oil prices remained stable. The Indian rupee strengthened against the US dollar.

HAL shares: This significant handover occurred at L&T’s Precision Manufacturing & Systems Complex in Coimbatore, representing a key milestone in the strengthening partnership between the private sector and defense manufacturing.

Polycab India posted a strong Q1FY26, with consolidated net profit surging 50% YoY to Rs 592 crore. Revenue from operations rose 26% YoY to Rs 5,906 crore, driven by robust performance in its wires and cables segment. The earnings beat reflects strong domestic demand and operational efficiencies, drawing investor focus ahead of Friday’s trade.

Polycab India posted a strong Q1FY26, with consolidated net profit surging 50% YoY to Rs 592 crore. Revenue from operations rose 26% YoY to Rs 5,906 crore, driven by robust performance in its wires and cables segment. The earnings beat reflects strong domestic demand and operational efficiencies, drawing investor focus ahead of Friday’s trade.

Axis Bank shares: Operating profit before provisions and contingencies increased by 14% year-on-year, reaching ₹11,515 crore compared to ₹10,106 crore in the same period last year. However, provisions saw a sharp rise, nearly doubling to ₹3,948 crore from ₹2,039 crore a year ago.

An advisory board convened by OpenAI says it should continue to be controlled by a nonprofit

Ether ETFs experienced record inflows and trading volumes, fueled by advancements in crypto legislation endorsed by President Trump. Investors poured $727 million into these ETFs, with trading volume reaching $2.6 billion as Ether rallied. This surge in activity, coupled with rising open interest in Ether futures, signals growing institutional interest in the cryptocurrency.

On July 17, 11 largecap stocks on NSE appeared in the RSI Trending Up scan, according to data from stockedge.com. This scan signals a potential uptrend when the Relative Strength Index (RSI) value rises above 50 from below.

Ceat share price: Ceat reported a 9.2% YoY drop in Q1FY26 net profit at Rs 135.5 crore, even as revenue rose 11.1% to Rs 3,521 crore. EBITDA grew modestly, but margins contracted 93 bps to 11.1%, reflecting pressure on profitability despite solid sales performance.

China’s renewable energy revolution is the result of decades of strategic state planning and massive investments in innovation. State-owned enterprises and banks had a key role to play  in the rise of China as a clean-energy superpower

According to Trendlyne data, 10 stocks—including Crompton Greaves, Astral, Emami, and Aurobindo Pharma—have received strong analyst ratings and are projected to deliver returns of up to 40%.

LTIMindtree posted an 11% YoY rise in Q1FY26 profit to Rs 1,255 crore, with revenue up 8% YoY to Rs 9,841 crore. Margins expanded 50 bps, and dollar revenue grew 5.2%.

LTIMindtree posted an 11% YoY rise in Q1FY26 profit to Rs 1,255 crore, with revenue up 8% YoY to Rs 9,841 crore. Margins expanded 50 bps, and dollar revenue grew 5.2%.

Jio Financial Services reported a 3.8% YoY rise in Q1 profit to Rs 325 crore, with revenue jumping 47% to Rs 612 crore. While long-term technicals remain strong, the stock is trading below short-term averages. Analysts maintain a ‘Hold’ rating.

Shibani Sircar Kurian suggests Indian markets have shown resilience amid global uncertainties, but have recently underperformed emerging markets. Corporate earnings growth is crucial for future market direction, with expectations of improvement in the second half of the fiscal year. While underweighting mid and small caps, a bottom-up approach focusing on strong companies with earnings visibility is favored.

A White Marubozu is a bullish candlestick pattern in technical analysis. It occurs when the opening price is the lowest for a given period, and the closing price is the highest.

A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year timeframe. This level acts as a significant resistance point where the price has historically struggled to go beyond.

Bitcoin Standard Treasury Company is set to list on the Nasdaq through a merger with Cantor Equity Partners I, a SPAC backed by Cantor Fitzgerald. This move follows a trend of companies, including Trump Media & Technology, investing in cryptocurrencies amid rising adoption and favorable regulations. Bitcoin Standard, holding over 30,000 bitcoin, will become the fourth largest listed bitcoin treasury.

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Reliance Industries is poised to announce Q1 earnings, with analysts predicting a substantial 15-16% year-on-year EBITDA surge, driven by strong performances across its retail, telecom, and O2C segments. A retail revival, led by quick commerce and improved store productivity, and robust subscriber additions in Jio are expected to fuel growth.

JSW Steel is poised to announce strong Q1 FY26 results, with analysts predicting a 130% YoY surge in profit after tax. Revenue is expected to increase modestly by 4% YoY, driven by improved realisations and lower raw material costs. While standalone volumes are slightly up YoY, they are down sequentially due to maintenance.

Samvardhana Motherson International and Motherson Sumi Wiring India shares begin trading ex-bonus today, following their announcements of a 1:2 bonus issue. July 17 was the last day to buy shares to qualify. This marks the tenth and second bonus issuance for Samvardhana Motherson and Motherson Sumi Wiring respectively, since November 2000 and November 2022.

The dollar is poised for a second consecutive weekly gain against major currencies, bolstered by strong U.S. economic data, suggesting the Federal Reserve may delay further rate cuts. Meanwhile, the yen remains weak ahead of Japanese elections, potentially impacting trade negotiations with the U.S.

Asian stocks saw a slight increase following positive US economic data, boosting global market confidence. Tech stocks were particularly strong, fueled by a positive outlook from Taiwan Semiconductor and strong earnings from Netflix. The yen stabilized amid cooling inflation data, while the dollar weakened after comments suggesting potential interest rate cuts.

Securities and Exchange Board of India is concerned about high volumes in short-term derivatives. A Sebi official spoke about this in Kolkata. The regulator may introduce new steps for the F&O market. Short-term derivatives might hinder capital formation. Expiry day option trading can increase market volatility. Sebi research reveals that most individual traders lost money in F&O trading.

FMCG companies anticipate a slight sales volume increase for the June quarter, with revenue growth varying due to pricing strategies and demand. While some firms may face margin pressure from rising material costs and advertising, Marico and Tata Consumer Products are favored by analysts. The Nifty FMCG index has recently outperformed broader market indices.

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