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Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty begins FY27 on a high, jumps over 1.5% on hopes of Iran war de-escalation

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April 1, 2026
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Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty begins FY27 on a high, jumps over 1.5% on hopes of Iran war de-escalation


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tock Market on 1 April 2026 | Share Market Highlights – Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 2 per cent higher on Wednesday, in tandem with a sharp rally in global markets on hopes of a potential de-escalation in the ongoing West Asia conflict.

Sensex settled 1186.77 pts or 1.65% higher at 73,134.32, and Nifty 50 gained 348 pts or 1.56% to 22,679.40, starting FY27 on positive note.

Sectorally, banking, media, chemicals and metals outperformed.

A drop in crude oil prices also boosted the market sentiment.

From the 30-Sensex firms, Trent, InterGlobe Aviation, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, State Bank of India and Eternal emerged as the major gainers.

NTPC, Sun Pharma, Power Grid, UltraTech Cement and Bharti Airtel were the laggards.

In Asian markets, South Korea’s benchmark Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index ended sharply higher. Kospi jumped 8.44 per cent, while Nikkei 225 index climbed 5.24 per cent.

Markets in Europe were trading in positive territory.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, declined 0.22 per cent to $103.7 per barrel.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 11,163.06 crore on Monday, according to exchange data. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), however, bought stocks worth Rs 14,894.72 crore.

Key Highlights

  • Sensex settled 1186.77 pts or 1.65% higher at 73,134.32 and Nifty 50 gained 348 pts or 1.56% to 22,679.40, starting FY27 on positive note.
  • Sectorally, banking, media, chemicals and metals outperformed.
  • Other Asian markets surged 4.6%, the ‌index’s biggest ⁠one-day increase since November 2022, and Europe’s STOXX 600 ⁠gained 2.1%.

  • Brent crude fell to $103 a barrel, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s talk of a war exit.

  • Top gainers (BSE): Trent, InterGlobe Aviation, Adani Ports, Bharat Electronics, State Bank of India and Eternal 

  • Top laggards (BSE): NTPC, Sun Pharma, Power Grid, UltraTech Cement and Bharti Airtel

  • April 1, 2026 16:23

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  • April 1, 2026 15:59

    Bharat Petroleum appoints Subhankar Sen as Director (Human Resources)

    Bharat Petroleum Corporation announced today that Subhankar Sen, Director (Marketing), has taken over the additional charge of Director (Human Resources) of the company

  • April 1, 2026 15:59

    Amber Enterprises Expands Stake in Unitronics via IL JIN

    Amber Enterprises India: IL JIN Electronics (India) Pvt Ltd has further indirectly acquired ordinary shares of Unitronics (1989) (R”G) Ltd. through ILJIN Holding Ltd, an Israel-based wholly owned subsidiary of IL JIN, in one or more tranches

  • April 1, 2026 15:45

    Zerodha Fund House Launches Zerodha Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund

    Zerodha Fund House today announced the launch of the Zerodha Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund, a one-of-its-kind hybrid index fund may be ideal for investors looking to gain exposure to both top 250 Indian equities by market cap and government securities within a single, passively managed fund. 

    Vishal Jain, CEO, Zerodha Fund House said: “We’ve always believed that good portfolio construction shouldn’t require constant tinkering. The Zerodha Nifty LargeMidcap250 Plus 8-13 yr G-Sec 70:30 Index Fund offers you broad equity exposure across India’s top 250 companies, with the sovereign debt exposure of government securities, all within a single, passively managed product.”

  • April 1, 2026 15:44

    Tilaknagar Industries Premium Brandy Mansion House Hits 10 Million Cases In Sales

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    Markets ends higher on positive signals from west asia

    Sensex settled 1186.77 pts or 1.65% higher at 73,134.32, and Nifty 50 gained 348 pts or 1.56% to 22,679.40, starting FY27 on positive note.

    Sectorally, banking, media, chemicals and metals outperformed.

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    Nifty ended 348.00 (1.56%) pts higher at 22,679.40

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    Sensex ended 1186.77 pts higher (+1.65%) at 73,134.32

  • April 1, 2026 15:39

    IRB Infrastructure Trust’s Project SPV commences Tolling on Chandikhole Bhadrak Section (TOT-18) of NH-16 from today

    IRB Chandibhadra Tollway Pvt. Ltd., a Project SPV of IRB Infrastructure Trust (An Associate of IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd) has commenced Tolling on Chandikhole Bhadrak Section of NH-16 from today, 1st April 2026 at 00.00 Hrs, after receiving Appointed Date from NHAI. 

    The Project SPV made payment of Upfront Concession Fee of Rs.3,087Crs to NHAI on 30th March 2026 after achieving Financial Closure for the Project. 

    Commenting on the development, Mr. Virendra D. Mhaiskar, Chairman and Managing Director of IRB Group said, “We are pleased to unveil our strategic entry into Odisha, marking the Group’s presence in 13 Indian States, with the addition of Chandikhole–Bhadrak Section on NH-16 (TOT-18). Part of India’s prestigious Golden Quadrilateral, this high-potential corridor is a vital link between the Southern and Eastern regions, enabling safer, faster, and more efficient travel. The corridor also receives steady pilgrimage and tourism-linked traffic supporting regional growth”. He further said, “We thank NHAI, our lenders – Union Bank of India – and our partners – GIC, Singapore and Ferrovial Group – for their continued support, and remain committed to delivering best-in-class services throughout the concession period. This project is expected to further strengthen our toll revenue growth.”

    To reiterate, IRB Infrastructure Trust emerged as the highest bidder for the project and its Project SPV signed the Concession Agreement with NHAI on 4th February 2026 for Tolling and O&M of the project.

  • April 1, 2026 15:27

    Avanti Feeds board approved investment in Thai Union Feedmill Ecuador S.A.S., Ecuador, South America. 

    Avanti Feeds board approved investment in Thai Union Feedmill Ecuador S.A.S., Ecuador, South America. 

    Shares traded at Rs 1,225.40 on the NSE, up 4.2%

  • April 1, 2026 15:25

    Aequs has made a further investment in Aequs Toys Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, through a rights issue.  

    Shares traded at Rs 123.05 on the NSE, up 1.73%

  • April 1, 2026 15:25

    RailTel bags LoA from Mahatma Gandhi Institute Of Medical Sciences

    RailTel Corporation of India has received the Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from Mahatma Gandhi Institute Of Medical Sciences, Sevagram, Wardha.

    Shares traded at ₹263.77 on the NSE, 7% higher.

  • April 1, 2026 15:17

    Faalcon Concepts receives work order from LV Creations LLP for site at Aakash Hospital – Sector – 12, Dwarka, New Delhi – with order value amounting to ₹2.86 crore

  • April 1, 2026 15:15
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    HDFC Securities announces strategic organisational restructuring to drive next phase of growth

    Ashish Rathi will assume the role of Head – Retail Business and continue as a Whole-time Director on the Board of HDFC Securities.

    Varun Lohchab will assume the role of Chief Research Officer – Equities, overseeing all equity research across client segments. 

    Anand Mathur will take on additional responsibilities for the Strategy Portfolio, in addition to his role as CFO.

  • April 1, 2026 15:03
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    Orient Electric launches India’s first oxygen-enriching fan Aero O2; shares up 2.5% on the NSE to ₹160.25

  • April 1, 2026 14:57
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    Maruti Suzuki India sells total of 225,251 units in March 2026

    Total sales in the month include domestic sales of 169,428 units, sales to other OEM of 8,783 units and exports of 47,040 units. 

    Shares traded at Rs 12,491 on the NSE, up 1.5%

  • April 1, 2026 14:55
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    The Great Eastern Shipping Company to buy secondhand Medium Range Tanker

    The Great Eastern Shipping Company has contracted to buy a secondhand Medium Range Tanker of about 49,420 dwt on April 1, 2026. The 2014 built vessel is expected to join the Company’s fleet in Q1 FY27. 

    Shares traded 3% positive on the NSE to Rs 1,458.60

  • April 1, 2026 14:54
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    CRISIL reaffirms Thomas Cook India Group’s ratings at CRISIL AA/Stable/CRISIL A1+, the highest rating for a travel & tourism company in India

  • April 1, 2026 14:53
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    NSE to launch natural gas derivatives in collaboration with IGX

    The National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday said it has partnered with Indian Gas Exchange Ltd (IGX) to introduce exchange-traded derivatives based on domestic natural gas prices.​

    NSE to launch natural gas derivatives in collaboration with IGX

    NSE partners with IGX to launch natural gas futures contracts, enhancing risk management and market efficiency in India’s gas sector.

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  • April 1, 2026 14:15

    Ashok Leyland March Sales Rise Slightly to 25,381 Units

    Ashok Leyland: Total sales including exports stood at 25,381 units in March 2026 compared to 24,060 units in March 2025.

    Shares flat at Rs 153.85 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 14:15

    HCLTech launches AI Force 2.0 to deliver enterprise-grade Agentic AI

    HCLTech launches AI Force 2.0 to deliver enterprise-grade Agentic AI

    Shares up 1% on the NSE to Rs 1,355.40

  • April 1, 2026 14:14

    Vedanta extends demerger deadline to June 30

    Vedanta extends demerger deadline to June 30

    Vedanta Ltd on Tuesday said it has extended the deadline for its proposed demerger to June 30, as approvals from certain government authorities remain pending and are still being processed.

  • April 1, 2026 14:11

    Kirloskar Pneumatic Company: Aman Kirloskar Assumes Charge as Managing Director; Mr. Srinivasan Completes His Tenure

  • April 1, 2026 14:11

    TMPV Q4 sales jump to 2.01 lakh units

    TMPV sales in the domestic & international market for Q4 FY26 stood at 201,368 units, compared to 146,999 units during Q4 FY25.

    Shares surge 3% to ₹304.45 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 14:10

    Saharsh Davuluri takes over as CEO & MD at Neuland Labs

    Neuland Laboratories announced that Saharsh Davuluri will assume the role of Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective immediately, as the company moves into its next stage of CDMO growth.

  • April 1, 2026 14:10

    Tech Mahindra moves ahead with Costa Rica subsidiary merger

    Tech Mahindra ‘s board approved the plan of Merger of Tech Mahindra Costa Rica Sociedad Anonima with Allyis Technology Solutions Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada, wholly owned step-down subsidiaries. The merger is subject to regulatory approvals in the country of incorporation. The appointed date of merger is April 1, 2026

    Shares traded at Rs 1,406 on the NSE, up 1.55%.

  • April 1, 2026 14:08

    Cupid surpasses annual guidance on strong demand

    Cupid surpasses annual guidance on strong demand

    Cupid, a manufacturer of condoms and FMCG products, has announced its strongest ever quarterly performance driven by robust growth across key business segments.

  • April 1, 2026 14:06

    EaseMyTrip ties up with NSDC, Sanatan AI to build Panchayat-level spiritual economy network

    EaseMyTrip ties up with NSDC, Sanatan AI to build Panchayat-level spiritual economy network

    EaseMyTrip partners with NSDC and Sanatan AI to create a spiritual economy network, deploying mobile service units in 2 lakh Panchayats.

  • April 1, 2026 14:04

    Lemon Tree Hotels rebrands Whitefield property

    Lemon Tree Hotels rebrands Whitefield property

    Renovated 222-room hotel aims at higher-yield clientele with enhanced F&B and facilities

  • April 1, 2026 14:01

    MRPL increases LPG production by over 10 lakh kg per day amid Hormuz disruption

    MRPL increases LPG production by over 10 lakh kg per day amid Hormuz disruption

    MRPL boosts LPG production by over 10 lakh kg daily to 45 lakh kg amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions due to regional conflict.

  • April 1, 2026 13:39

    MSE completes appointment of Market Makers; launches liquidity enhancement steps

    MSE announces the successful completion of the appointment of Market Makers for its Equity Segment. This development is expected to strengthen market depth, support efficient price discovery, and enhance the overall trading experience.

    Effective April 1, 2026, MSE will initiate liquidity enhancement measures as part of its continued efforts to deepen market participation and create a more vibrant trading ecosystem. These steps reflect MSE’s ongoing commitment to fostering a transparent, efficient, and competitive marketplace for all stakeholders.

  • April 1, 2026 13:38

    Syrma SGS Technology says Andhra investment already announced

    Syrma SGS Technology, pertaining to report claiming the company announced ₹1,600 Crore Investment to Build PCB, Component Units in Andhra Pradesh, it said: “the above-mentioned development had already been communicated to the exchanges”

  • April 1, 2026 13:36

    Welspun Living’s board approves $13 million US capex; shares jump 6%

    Welspun Living’s board approved a capital expenditure of $13 million for setting up a pillow manufacturing unit at Nevada, US, by its subsidiary company Welspun USA Inc. to expand the product category in Home textiles segment business in US.

    Shares surged 6% to ₹115.23 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 13:33

    Tata Motors posts 25% sales growth in Q4 FY26

    Tata Motors Delivers Strong Sales with 1,32,465 Units in Q4 FY26; Sustains Robust 25% Year-on-Year Growth

    TMCV shares up 2% on the NSE to Rs 403.80

  • April 1, 2026 13:32

    Marathon Nextgen Realty bags ₹840 cr-worth real estate projects

    Marathon Nextgen Realty Acquires Three Real Estate Entities with Projects worth a GDV of over ₹840 Crore

    Shares traded 7% higher at Rs 407.85 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 13:31

    NTPC completes transfer of Pakri Barwadih Coal Mine

    Pertaining to transfer of coal mining business of NTPC Limited (NTPC) in phased manner to NTPC Mining Limited (NML), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC, Pakri Barwadih Coal Mine business located in Hazaribagh District (Jharkhand) along with Coal Mining Head Quarter(CMHQ) located at Ranchi (Jharkhand) has been transferred from NTPC to NML, w.e.f. 1st April 2026 COD of which has also been declared on w.e.f. 1st April 2026. 

    Shares traded at Rs 366.85 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 13:31

    Newgen Software secures $1.6 million contract in the US

    Newgen Software Technologies has entered into an Agreement with an Insurance company in Illinois, US. The aggregate value of the aforesaid Agreement is US Dollars 1,609,400

    Shares traded 7% positive at Rs 429.45 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 13:30

    Jangamkote Keshavamurthy Sharath exits Stanley Lifestyles

    Stanley Lifestyles Limited has informed the Exchange regarding Resignation of Mr Jangamkote Keshavamurthy Sharath as Chief Financial Officer of the company w.e.f. March 31, 2026

  • April 1, 2026 13:29

    APL Apollo Tubes logs 11% volume growth in FY26

    APL Apollo Tubes registered the sales volume of 924,881 Ton in Q4FY26 compared to 850,447 Ton in Q4FY25. For FY26, the company reported sales volume of 3,491,243 Ton, an increase of 11% YoY.

    Shares surged 3% on the NSE to Rs 1,988.80

  • April 1, 2026 13:17

    IndiGo on Wednesday said the partial hike in ATF price will help insulate the domestic air travel costs amid the rise in fuel costs due to the West Asia conflict

    IndiGo on Wednesday said the partial hike in ATF price will help insulate the domestic air travel costs amid the rise in fuel costs due to the West Asia conflict.

    In a statement, the airline said, “it was reviewing the impact of this revised ATF price on April 1 on its operating cost and will appropriately announce its revised fuel charges shortly.” 

    Shares traded 8% higher at Rs 4,256.10 on the NSE. (PTI) 

  • April 1, 2026 13:12

    Nazara Technologies rose 2% to Rs 237.21 on the NSE, following acquisition of the remaining 12.56% stake in Nextwave Multimedia, making it a 100% wholly-owned subsidiary

  • April 1, 2026 13:12

    Ola Electric surges back in March as daily orders cross 1,000 units

    Ola Electric surges back in March as daily orders cross 1,000 units, registrations more than double

    Registrations jump over 150% month-on-month as service improvements drive recovery

  • April 1, 2026 13:10

    Eicher Motors: Total VECV sales in March 2026 stood at 13,311 units compared to 12,094 units in March 2025. Shares surged over 4% on the NSE to Rs 6,864

  • April 1, 2026 13:09

    Renisha Chainani, head of research at Augmont, writes – Fundamental News and Triggers

    Precious Metals Rally Amid Easing Geopolitical Risk and Firm Rate Outlook

    •\u0009Safe-Haven Dynamics – Gold and silver registered gains of over 3% this week, supported by evolving safe-haven dynamics amid indications of potential de-escalation in Middle East tensions. Market participants are currently assessing whether the ongoing conflict will manifest as an inflationary shock, a growth slowdown, or a stagflationary mix—resulting in heightened volatility across asset classes.

    •\u0009Geopolitical Developments – Geopolitical developments suggest a potential easing of tensions, with indications that leadership on both sides may be open to conditional de-escalation. While this has moderated extreme risk premiums, the situation remains fluid, and any reversal could quickly reignite safe-haven demand.

    •\u0009Macro & Economic Signals – From a macroeconomic perspective, expectations of near-term rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve have been largely priced out. Persistently high energy prices pose upside risks to inflation, reinforcing a higher-for-longer rate environment. Fed Chair Jerome Powell has reiterated a data-dependent approach, highlighting that policymakers are closely monitoring the economic fallout from geopolitical developments.

    Technical Triggers\u0009

    •\u0009As suggested, Gold has touched upper side of the range touching $4700 (~Rs 152,000). We are likely to see some retracement and consolidation before prices move towards next resistance of $4900 (~Rs 158,000)

    •\u0009As suggested, Silver has touched upper side of the range touching $75 (~Rs 242,000). We are likely to see some retracement and consolidation before prices move towards next resistance of $80 (~Rs 258,000)

  • April 1, 2026 13:04

    EID Parry shuts Parry Sugars’ Kakinada refinery due to unviability

    EID Parry shuts Parry Sugars’ Kakinada refinery due to unviability

    As of March 31, 2026, the total estimated liabilities of PSRIPL stood at ₹998 crore

  • April 1, 2026 12:54

    DEE Development Engineers’ biomass subsidiary gets 49% tariff hike, eyes ₹48 crore annual revenue

    DEE Development Engineers’ biomass subsidiary gets 49% tariff hike, eyes ₹48 crore annual revenue

    DEE Development Engineers’ biomass subsidiary secures a 49% tariff hike, aiming for ₹48 crore in annual revenue.

  • April 1, 2026 12:54

    GST collection exceeds ₹2 lakh crore in March

    GST collection exceeds ₹2 lakh crore in March

    Collection from Goods & Services Tax in March crossed ₹2 lakh crore, data on GST portal showed.

  • April 1, 2026 12:53

    Coal India: CIL coal production in March 2026 stood at 84.5 MT compared to 85.8 MTin same period last year

    Coal India: CIL coal production in March 2026 stood at 84.5 MT compared to 85.8 MTin same period last year; offtake stood at 69.5 MT in March 2026 compared to 69 MT in the year-ago period.

    Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 451.70

  • April 1, 2026 12:48

    Nifty holds above 22,800, IndiGo soars 8% as West Asia hopes fuel midday rally

    Nifty holds above 22,800, IndiGo soars 8% as West Asia hopes fuel midday rally

    Sensex was trading at 73,676.69, up 1,729.14 points or 2.40%, while the NSE Nifty 50 stood at 22,842.25, gaining 510.85 points or 2.29%

  • April 1, 2026 12:43

    Stock Market live today: Hindustan Foods informed exchanges that the appointed date for opening of business hours on April 1, 2024

    Hindustan Foods informed exchanges that the appointed date: for opening of business hours on April 1, 2024 for the purposes of demerger of the Contract Manufacturing (Nashik) Business of Avalon Cosmetics Private Limited into Hindustan Foods; and for opening of business hours on October 1, 2024 for the purposes of amalgamation of Vanity Case India Private Limited with Hindustan Foods Limited

  • April 1, 2026 12:41

    Yes Bank informed the appointment of S. Anantharaman as Chief Risk Officer

  • April 1, 2026 12:36

    GMR Power and Urban Infra shares jumped 9.5% to Rs 98.35 on the NSE. The company acquired an additional 2.37% stake in GMR Kamalanga Energy from IDFC FIRST Bank

  • April 1, 2026 12:31

    BEL posts record ₹26,750 crore turnover in FY26, stock jumps nearly 6%

    BEL posts record ₹26,750 crore turnover in FY26, stock jumps nearly 6%

    The figure marks a 16.2 per cent rise over the previous year’s turnover of ₹23,024 crore.

  • April 1, 2026 12:26

    Marksans Pharma received the final approval of the Company’s Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Benzonatate Capsules

    Marksans Pharma received the final approval of the Company’s Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Benzonatate Capsules USP, 100 mg & 200 mg (Rx) from USFDA. This product is bioequivalent and therapeutically equivalent to the reference listed drug (RLD), Tessalon Capsules, 100 mg and 200 mg, of Pfizer Inc. 

    Shares rallied 8% to Rs 169.47 on the NSE

  • April 1, 2026 12:25

    Intellect Design Arena wins AP automation deal with major West Asia logistics firm

    Intellect Design Arena wins AP automation deal with major West Asia logistics firm

    The Purple Fabric AP solution uses large language models and document intelligence to automate invoice ingestion, classification, extraction, and validation

  • April 1, 2026 12:20

    RBL Bank has issued clarification to a criminal investigation by the Karimnagar-III Town Police, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau

    RBL Bank has issued clarification to a criminal investigation by the Karimnagar-III Town Police, Telangana Cyber Security Bureau. The Bank confirms its awareness of FIR registered at PS Karimnagar-III Town under Sections 112, 318(4) BNS and Section 66D of the IT Act. The matter is sub judice, and currently under investigation by the police authorities and is pending before the Junior Civil Judge-cum-Judicial First Class Magistrate at Karimnagar.

    “The investigation pertains to the alleged misuse of certain current accounts maintained at the Bank’s Kisan Nagar branch, Karimnagar, Telangana, which are reported to have been used by certain persons for unlawful activities. It is understood that, in the course of preliminary investigation, apart from other individuals. two employees of the branch have been taken into custody and have been granted bail by the Court.”

    Shares traded at Rs 301.25 on the NSE, up 4%

  • April 1, 2026 12:20

    Mr. Vishnu Kant Upadhyay – AVP, Research – Master Capital Services Limited

    Nifty opened with a gap-up, tracking optimism around potential de-escalation in the West Asia conflict. However, similar statements from U.S. President Donald Trump in the past have triggered only short-lived rallies, as they lacked confirmation from Iranian officials and failed to sustain momentum. From a technical perspective, the market structure continues to remain weak. The index is trading well below its 10-day and 21-day EMAs, placed around 23050 and 23550 respectively. As long as prices remain below the 21-day EMA, overall sentiment is likely to stay fragile. A decisive close above the 23550–23600 resistance zone is essential to revive bullish sentiment. On the downside, immediate support is placed at 22280.

  • April 1, 2026 12:19

    Rediff files confidential IPO papers; eyes ₹600-800 crore fundraise

    Rediff files confidential IPO papers; eyes ₹600-800 crore fundraise

    Rediff.com files confidential IPO papers to raise ₹600-800 crore, shifting focus from legacy portal to AI-driven digital platform.

  • April 1, 2026 12:19

    Commercial LPG prices up by ₹195.5/cylinder

    Commercial LPG cylinder prices hiked by ₹195.5

    The prices of commercial LPG, which is used by restaurants, hotels, schools, etc, has been raised by Rs 195.5 per cylinder in line with rising oil prices due to the conflict in West Asia.

  • April 1, 2026 12:19

    Mahindra, Hyundai, JSW Motor report sales growth in March

    Mahindra, Hyundai, JSW Motor report sales growth in March

    Mahindra, Hyundai, and JSW Motor report notable sales growth in March, highlighting strong domestic performance across various vehicle segments.

  • April 1, 2026 12:11

    Atul Auto recorded total sales (including exports) for the month of March 2026 at 4,212 units compared to 3,693 units in March 2025. Shares zoomed 9% on the NSE to Rs 416.70

  • April 1, 2026 12:02

    Prices of commercial LPG hiked by ₹195.50. A 19-kg commercial LPG now costs ₹2,078.50 in Delhi, according to state-owned oil companies

  • April 1, 2026 12:01

    Brookfield India Real Estate Trust. The REIT today announced the appointment of Shashank Jain as the CEO & MD of the Manager of the REIT. Request if you could cover the same

  • April 1, 2026 11:57

    Aeroflex Industries has increased the capacity of liquid cooling SFN skid assemblies from 2,000 pieces per year to 6,000 pieces per year

    Aeroflex Industries has increased the capacity of liquid cooling SFN skid assemblies from 2,000 pieces per year to 6,000 pieces per year w.e.f. today i.e. 1st April 2026 and has commenced the production on the same. The Company continues to progress in line with its expansion plan and expects to further enhance the capacity to 15,000 pieces per year, with the anticipated completion by June/July 2026

    Shares increased 4.5% to Rs 249.70 on the NSE

  • April 1, 2026 11:55

    IndiGo shares traded 6.45% positive on the BSE at Rs 4,198, hitting a high of Rs 4,332; and SpiceJet rose 3.5% to Rs 10.09, hitting a high of Rs 10.20.

  • April 1, 2026 11:55

    Statement from Ajay Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, SpiceJet

    The Government’s decision to allow only a partial increase in Aviation Turbine Fuel prices comes as a significant relief for the Indian aviation industry at a time of unprecedented global uncertainty.

    We sincerely thank the Hon’ble Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Shri Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, and the Hon’ble Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Shri Samir Sinha, for their leadership and proactive intervention in securing a moderated adjustment to ATF prices.

    Their timely intervention will go a long way in helping airlines navigate one of the most challenging global crises in recent times, marked by severe external disruptions and volatility in fuel markets.

    The Government has, time and again, demonstrated strong and reassuring leadership, steering Indian aviation through global headwinds with clarity and resolve. This decision once again reinforces that commitment.

  • April 1, 2026 11:52

    Stock Market live tdoay: Intellect Design Arena Ltd. announced has selected Purple Fabric Accounts Payable, stock trades up

    Intellect Design Arena Ltd. announced that One of the World’s Largest End-to-end Supply Chain Logistics Companies, headquartered in the Middle East, with operations in India, has selected Purple Fabric Accounts Payable, to modernise and scale its accounts payable operations. 

    Shares traded 6.5% higher on the NSE at Rs 638

  • April 1, 2026 11:45

    Petronet LNG informed that facilities related to expansion of Dahej LNG terminal from 17.5 to 22.5 MMTPA has been commissioned. Shares surged 5% on the NSE to Rs 260.99

  • April 1, 2026 11:45

    Copper futures: Approaching a barrier

    Copper futures: Approaching a barrier

    Copper futures show a favorable risk-reward for long positions, approaching key resistance at ₹1,200 amidst a bearish trend.

  • April 1, 2026 11:44

    RMC Switchgears stock hits upper circuit, rises on BSE main board migration and NSE listing

    RMC Switchgears stock hits upper circuit, rises on BSE main board migration and NSE listing

    Shares of RMC Switchgears surged 5 per cent to hit the upper circuit at ₹370.90 in morning trade on Wednesday, buoyed by its migration to the main board of BSE Ltd and fresh listing on the National Stock Exchange of India.

  • April 1, 2026 11:34

    NTPC informed exchanges regarding declaration of COD of Ayana Renewable Power Four Private Limited, a group company of NGEL

    (i) The fourth part capacity of 37.5 MW Solar out of the total installed capacity of 150 MW Solar Project located in Gujarat, w.e.f. 2nd April 2026. 

    (ii) The seventh part capacity of 13.2 MW Wind out of the total installed capacity of 92.4 MW (Wind) and 37.5 MW (Solar) as part of 100 MW Hybrid Project located in Gujarat, w.e.f. 2nd April 2026. With this, the total installed capacity of NTPC group stands at 89,145 MW and commercial capacity at 88,065 MW.

  • April 1, 2026 11:33

    Kirloskar Pneumatic Company Ltd has appointed Aman Rahul Kirloskar as Managing Director of the company w.e.f. April 01, 2026

  • April 1, 2026 11:32

    Revolt Motors Sales Triple in March, Riding EV Shift Amid Fuel Volatility.
    RattanIndia Enterprises zoomed nearly 10% to Rs 28.19

  • April 1, 2026 11:32

    Gold just logged its worst month since 2008. What lies ahead?

    Gold just logged its worst month since 2008. What lies ahead?

    Gold faces its worst month since 2008, despite recent gains amid hopes for an end to the West Asia conflict.

  • April 1, 2026 11:31

    J.Kumar Infraprojects (SDPL – JV) is in receipt of Letter of Acceptance from M/s. National Highways Authority of India

    J.Kumar Infraprojects (SDPL – JV) is in receipt of Letter of Acceptance from M/s. National Highways Authority of India, for the work: Construction of 4 lane (expandable to 8 lane) Expressway for the connectivity to proposed Vadhavan Port (from Vadhavan Port to Tawa Village on NH 48 (Design length=32.180 Km) under NH (O) in the State of Maharashtra on EPC Mode, for the total contract cost amounting to Rs 2360 cr)

    Shares rallied over 7% on the NSE to Rs 460.05

  • April 1, 2026 11:31

    Hyundai Motor achieved total Q4 sales of 2,08,275 units in the January to March 2026 period, reporting a healthy YoY growth of 8.7%. Shares traded at Rs 1,750.90 on the NSE, down 1.5%

  • April 1, 2026 11:25
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    NSE, IGX tie up to launch natural gas derivatives

    National Stock Exchange of India Limited (“NSE”) today announced a collaboration with IGX to introduce exchange-traded derivatives based on natural gas traded and delivered on the IGX platform. This reflects an initiative towards strengthening India’s domestic natural gas market with the aim to provide efficient risk management tools.

    As part of this collaboration, NSE will launch Indian natural gas derivative contracts based on IGX’s benchmark Price Index GIXI (Gas IndeX of India). The contracts will be designed to reflect domestic gas market dynamics, with pricing linked to actual trades on the IGX platform.

  • April 1, 2026 11:21
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    Top gainers of Nifty Defence index

    • GRSE (+17.21%)
    • Cochin Shipyard (+12.46%)
    • Mazagon Dock (+10.15%)
    • Apollo Micro (+7.26%)

  • April 1, 2026 11:20
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    DBS Bank India launches Aspire with zero forex mark-up on debit card and up to 5% interest on savings

    DBS Bank India announced its new DBS Aspire banking proposition, along with the signature Aspire debit card, designed for the country’s fast-growing, well-travelled, emerging affluent segment. The proposition offers zero forex mark-up on international spends on the Aspire debit card and a competitive interest rate of up to 5% p.a. on savings account balances. DBS Aspire extends premium banking access to clients with a total relationship value of Rs. 10 lakh or a minimum monthly savings account average balance of Rs. 2 lakh, positioning the bank as a long-term banking partner as they grow their wealth.

  • April 1, 2026 11:20
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    Asian stocks jump on renewed hopes of Iran war ending

    Asian shares were sharply higher Wednesday after US stocks soared to their best day in almost a year on renewed hopes that the Iran war could soon end.

    Asian stocks jump on renewed hopes of Iran war ending

    The renewed optimism over a possible de-escalation of the Iran war came after US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the US will be done attacking Iran probably in two to three weeks

  • April 1, 2026 11:04

    Stock Market live today: Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels is rebranded as “Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels, Whitefield, Bengaluru”

    Keys Select by Lemon Tree Hotels, Whitefield, Bengaluru, a property owned by Berggruen Hotels Private Limited, a material subsidiary of Lemon Tree Hotels Limited, is rebranded as “Keys Prima by Lemon Tree Hotels, Whitefield, Bengaluru” w.e.f. 1 st April, 2026

    Shares traded 6% higher at Rs 106.43 on the NSE

  • April 1, 2026 11:04
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    Stock in focus: Ola Electric

    Ola Electric Surges Back in March as Daily Orders Cross 1,000 Units, Registrations More Than Double

    Shares rallied over 8% to Rs 24.70

  • April 1, 2026 11:03

    Nifty Bank Prediction Today – April 1, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: Testing a support

    Nifty Bank Prediction Today – April 1, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: Testing a support

    Within the banking space, the public sector banks are outperforming the private peers. Hence, Nifty PSU Bank is up 2.7% whereas Nifty Private Bank is up 1.7%

  • April 1, 2026 11:00

    Stock Market live today: Gallantt Ispat has been disbursed a subsidy amounting to Rs. 233.55 Crores by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh

    Gallantt Ispat has been disbursed a subsidy amounting to Rs. 233.55 Crores by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh. The Subsidy is refund of State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) under the said policy upto the period ofJune 2025. Company is not availing Term Loan as well as other unsecured loan and since the subsidy fund is surplus, as such, the Company has, along with the other surplus fund in the Company, invested the total fund as Fixed Deposit with the HDFC Bank Limited. The total amount of Fixed deposit inclusive of the subsidy so disbursed is Rs. 300.01 Crores.

    Shares traded at Rs 565.50 on the NSE, up 3%

  • April 1, 2026 10:58

    Bank of Maharashtra informed that Devdatta Vitthal Rokade, Arun Fanidhar Kabade and Milind Babarao Gharad have been elevated as the Chief General Managers of the Bank

  • April 1, 2026 10:57

    Stock Market live today: Zydus Lifesciences has received a Demand Order-In-Original (“Order”)

    Zydus Lifesciences has received a Demand Order-In-Original (“Order”) for the tax period from financial year 2019-20 to 2023-24 on the issue pertaining to alleged reversal of inadmissible Input Tax Credit including interest and penalty of Rs. 14.20 million

    Shares traded flat at Rs 876 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 10:57

    Paradeep Phosphates commissioned its 300 TPD Sulphuric Acid Plant at its Mangalore unit with effect from March 31,2026. Shares traded at Rs 110.55 on the NSE, up 3%

  • April 1, 2026 10:56

    Rupee seen sliding to 100 per Dollar as Oil prices surge

    Rupee seen sliding to 100 per Dollar as Oil prices surge

    Already one of Asia’s worst performers against the dollar this year, the rupee’s slide has spurred the RBI to cap the banks’ end-of-day positions in the onshore currency market at $100 million

  • April 1, 2026 10:54

    Mahindra & Mahindra announced that its overall auto sales for the month of March 2026 stood at 99,969 vehicles, a growth of 21% including exports. Shares surged 3% on the NSE to Rs 3,047.80

  • April 1, 2026 10:54

    Power Mech Projects received work order from Hindustan Zinc for Rs 109.22 crore.
    Power Mech shares gained 4.5% to Rs 1,812.10 on the NSE

  • April 1, 2026 10:52

    Stock Market live today: Dee Development Engineers informed exchanges about Order by Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC)

    Dee Development Engineers informed exchanges about Order by Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC) for Tariff Determination of 6 MW Biomass Power Plant of M/s Malwa Power Pvt. Ltd. (Wholly Owned Subsidiary) for Extended Term of 10 years upon Expiry of 20-Year PPA Period 

    Shares surged 6% on the NSE to Rs 285.10

  • April 1, 2026 10:50

    Gold loans drive growth in India’s credit supply: Report

    Gold loans drive growth in India’s credit supply: Report

    The report noted that “CMI for supply rose in the December 2025 quarter, driven by higher originations in Gold loans both by volume and value”

  • April 1, 2026 10:48

    8 NEW STOCKS ADDED TO F&O SEGMENT FROM APRIL 1 2026

    1. Adani Power

    Lot size: 3,550 shares

    Down 18% from 52-week high (₹182)

    2. Cochin Shipyard

    Lot size: 400 shares

    Down 53% from 52-week high (₹2,545)

    3. Force Motors

    Lot size: 25 shares

    Down 27% from 52-week high

    (Commercial vehicle manufacturer)

    4. Godfrey Phillips India

    Lot size: 275 shares

    Down 52% from 52-week high (₹3,947)

    (Cigarette manufacturer)

    5. Hyundai Motor India

    Lot size: 275 shares

    Corrected significantly (slipped below IPO issue price of ₹1,960)

    6. Motilal Oswal Financial Services (MOSL)

    Lot size: 775 shares

    Down 42% from 52-week high (₹1,097)

    7. Nippon Life India AMC

    Lot size: 625 shares

    Down 21% from 52-week high (₹1,009)

    8. Vishal Mega Mart

    Lot size: 4,850 shares

    Down 33% from post-listing high (₹157)

    Note: No stocks were removed in this series. A few others (HUDCO, Piramal Pharma, Tata Technologies, Torrent Power) will exit F&O at the end of the current series.

  • April 1, 2026 10:47

    Aviation stocks: India hikes Aviation Turbine Fuel prices over 115% amid West Asia crisis. From April 1, ATF in Delhi rises to ₹2.07 lakh/kL vs ₹96,638 earlier (Resistive for Aviation sector)

  • April 1, 2026 10:47

    IREDA Biz Update: FY26 Loan Sanctioned Up 9% At ₹51,883 Cr Vs ₹47,453 Cr YoY (Numbers seen tepid YoY)

  • April 1, 2026 10:44

    Adani Green adds over 5 GW capacity in FY26, scales up Khavda project with BESS push

    Adani Green adds over 5 GW capacity in FY26, scales up Khavda project with BESS push

    Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Wednesday said it has added over 5 GW of renewable energy capacity in FY26, driven largely by rapid execution at its Khavda mega project in Gujarat, where it is also scaling up battery energy storage systems (BESS) to support grid stability.

  • April 1, 2026 10:44

    Nifty Prediction Today – April 1, 2026: Nifty futures: Yet to find direction for intraday

    Nifty Prediction Today – April 1, 2026: Nifty futures: Yet to find direction for intraday 

    The path for today’s trend in Nifty futures (April) depends on two key levels at 22,840 and 23,040

  • April 1, 2026 10:43

    Rupee rises 15 paise to 94.70 against US dollar in early trade

    Rupee rises 15 paise to 94.70 against US dollar in early trade

    Rupee rises 15 paise to 94.70 against the US dollar, facing pressure from crude oil prices and foreign fund withdrawals.

  • April 1, 2026 10:34

    APSEZ surpasses 500 million tonnes of cargo handling

    APSEZ surpasses 500 million tonnes of cargo handling

    APSEZ surpasses 500 million tonnes in cargo handling, advancing towards its goal of 1 billion tonnes annually by 2030.

  • April 1, 2026 10:33
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    Brokerage & capital market-linked stocks surge over 8%: BSE, Angel One, CDSL lead rally, here’s why

    Brokerage & capital market-linked stocks surge over 8%: BSE, Angel One, CDSL lead rally, here’s why

    Among individual movers, Motilal Oswal Financial Services rose 8.5% to ₹687.05, while BSE Ltd jumped over 7% to ₹2,879.10, reflecting strong investor sentiment across the segment

  • April 1, 2026 10:24

    Bharti Airtel shares up after $1 billion Nxtra deal

    Bharti Airtel shares up 1.6% after $1 bn Nxtra deal

    Shares of Bharti Airtel gained on Wednesday, rising 1.6% to ₹1,817.30, supported by fresh investment activity in its data centre arm and positive growth outlook.

  • April 1, 2026 10:20

    UGRO Capital shares rally 8% after Patni Family Office hikes stake over 5%

    UGRO Capital shares rally 8% after Patni Family Office hikes stake over 5%

    The buying momentum follows a key stake development involving the Patni Family Office, which has now crossed the 5% ownership threshold in the MSME-focused data-tech lender

  • April 1, 2026 09:59

    HAL informed the appointment of Shishir Kumar Patra as CEO (MiG Complex) w.e.f from April 1.

  • April 1, 2026 09:59

    EaseMyTrip Announces Strategic Collaboration with NSDC and Sanatan AI to Formalise India’s Spiritual Economy Through National Entrepreneurship Initiative. Shares traded at Rs 6.27 on the NSE.

  • April 1, 2026 09:54

    Sensex, Nifty surge over 2% as West Asia de-escalation hopes lift markets on first day of FY26-27

    Sensex, Nifty surge over 2% as West Asia de-escalation hopes lift markets on first day of FY26-27

    Sensex opened at 73,762.43 and was trading at 73,859.48, up 1,911.93 points or 2.66%; Nifty 50 opened at 22,899.00 and climbed to 22,912.55, gaining 581.15 points or 2.60%

  • April 1, 2026 09:47

    PM Modi on Monday inaugurated Kaynes Semicon’s ₹3,300 cr OSAT, stock trades up

    Kaynes Tech shares traded 5.55% higher at Rs 3,618.20

    PM Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated Kaynes Semicon’s ₹3,300 crore outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) facility at Sanand in Gujarat

  • April 1, 2026 09:40

    Steel Strips Wheels achieved monthly sales crossing Rs 500 cr for the first time.
    Shares rallied over 8% to Rs 184.20

  • April 1, 2026 09:40

    izmomicro Builds Ongoing Defence Electronics SupplyBusiness in Advanced Semiconductor Packaging. izmo shares hit upper circuit on the NSE at Rs 646.65

  • April 1, 2026 09:39

    Stock Market live today: CleanMax and STT GDC India Scale Renewable Energy Partnership Beyond 130 MW to Power India s Sustainable, AI-Ready Digital Infrastructure

  • April 1, 2026 09:39

    APSEZ Crosses 500 Million Tonnes Cargo Milestone, Reinforcing Its Role in India s Growth Story. Shares surged 4.5% on the NSE to Rs 1,372.80

  • April 1, 2026 09:39

    Stock Market live today: Smartworks Coworking Spaces : Neetish Sarda, Harsh Binani and SNS Infrarealty LLP, (Promoters) acquired equity shares of the Company

    Smartworks Coworking Spaces : Neetish Sarda, Harsh Binani and SNS Infrarealty LLP, (Promoters) acquired equity shares of the Company from the open market. The said acquisitions represents less than 2% of the total shareholding or voting rights of the Company 

    Shares traded 3% positive at Rs 383 on the NSE

  • April 1, 2026 09:38

    Stock Market live today: Adani Green Energy Limited through its various stepdown subsidiaries, has commercially operationalised an aggregate 360.5 MW renewable energy projects

    Adani Green Energy Limited through its various stepdown subsidiaries, has commercially operationalised: an aggregate 360.5 MW renewable energy projects at Bandha, Rajasthan (137.5 MW) and Khavda, Gujarat (223 MW) (listed in Annexure A hereto); 

    and an aggregate 1376 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects at Khavda, Gujarat (listed in Annexure B hereto) With commissioning of these projects, AGEL has achieved total operational renewable generation capacity of 19,293.8 MW and total operational BESS capacity of 1,376 MWh.

  • April 1, 2026 09:35

    Tejas Networks and IIT Gandhinagar sign MoU to boost domestic innovation in next-generation telecom technologies. Shares soared 6% on the NSE to Rs 409.30

  • April 1, 2026 09:35

    Adani Green Energy Delivers on 5GW Commitment in FY26, Marking a Global High for Greenfield Expansion. Shares surged 4% on the NSE to Rs 838.95

  • April 1, 2026 09:34

    Stock Market live today: Sammaan Capital has become an IHC Group Company following a preferential allotment of equity shares and warrants

    Sammaan Capital has become an IHC Group Company following a preferential allotment of equity shares and warrants to Avenir Investment RSC Ltd. (”Avenir”), an affiliate of International Holding Company PJSC (”IHC”), Abu Dhabi, resulting in IHC acquiring a 41.5% stake in the Company.

    Shares were up 2% on the NSE to Rs 152.74

  • April 1, 2026 09:33

    SML Mahindra posted total sales of 2,457 units in March 2026 compared to 2,315 units in March 2025. Shares hit upper circuit on the NSE at Rs 3,969.70

  • April 1, 2026 09:32

    Jubilant Foodworks and Domino’s Pizza International Franchising Inc. (‘DPIF’) have entered into a Master Franchise Agreement

    Jubilant Foodworks and Domino’s Pizza International Franchising Inc. (‘DPIF’) have entered into a Master Franchise Agreement for renewal of the exclusive franchise rights to develop and operate Domino’s Pizza stores in India for a term of 15 years, with an option for further renewal for an additional period of 10 years. 

    Shares surged 4% on the NSE to ₹452.

  • April 1, 2026 09:30

    Mtar Technologies received purchase order for Rs 35.56 crore. Shares surged 4% on the NSE to Rs 3,605.10

  • April 1, 2026 09:29

    V.S.T Tillers Tractors recorded total sales of 4,940 units in March 2026 compared to 7892 units in March 2025. Shares traded at Rs 5,029 on the NSE, up 5%

  • April 1, 2026 09:25

    Escorts Kubota’s Agri Machinery Business in March 2026 sold 12,119 tractors registering a growth of 6.6% as against 11,374 tractors sold in March 2025. Shares surged 4% on the NSE to Rs 2,846.40

  • April 1, 2026 09:24

    Stock Market live today: The Project SPV made payment of Upfront Concession Fee of Rs.3,087Crs to NHAI on 30th March 2026 after achieving Financial Closure for the Project

    IRB Chandibhadra Tollway Pvt. Ltd., a Project SPV of IRB Infrastructure Trust (An Associate of IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd) has commenced Tolling on Chandikhole Bhadrak Section of NH-16 from today, 1st April 2026 at 00.00 Hrs, after receiving Appointed Date from NHAI. 

    The Project SPV made payment of Upfront Concession Fee of Rs.3,087Crs to NHAI on 30th March 2026 after achieving Financial Closure for the Project.

  • April 1, 2026 09:23

    Stock Market live today: All Nifty 50 constituents traded in positive territory, led by Trent, Shriram Finance, BEL, Bajaj Finance, Adani Ports and Adani Enterprises

  • April 1, 2026 09:22

    Stock Market live today: Opening Bell

    Sensex rallied 1776.02 pts or 2.47% to 73,723.57 at 9.18 am (opening at 73,762.43), and Nifty 50 climbed 553.35 pts or 2.48% to 22,884.75.

    On Monday, Sensex plunged 1635.67 pts or 2.22% to 71,947.55, and Nifty 50 fell 488.20 pts or 2.14% to 22,331.40. Market remained closed on Tuesday.

  • April 1, 2026 09:08
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    IPO Watch: Blackstone Is Said to Plan $500 Million India IPO for AGS

    Blackstone Inc. has begun discussions with investment banks about a potential initial public offering of its AGS Health Pvt. unit in Mumbai to raise as much as $500 million, according to people familiar with the matter.

    The private equity firm has held initial talks with bankers in recent weeks and is expected to appoint advisers soon, the people said, asking not to be identified because the deliberations are private. The proposed IPO is expected to include a mix of primary shares and secondary sales by existing investors, the people said.

    Blackstone is seeking a valuation of as much as $3 billion for AGS Health and aims to file a draft prospectus in the coming months, one person said.

    Talks are at an early stage and details including the size of the offering might change, the people said. A representative for Blackstone declined to comment. (Bloomberg) 

  • April 1, 2026 09:05
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    Indian debt, FX markets closed on Wednesday for local holiday

    India’s currency and debt markets ‌will be shut on ⁠Wednesday, April 1, for a local ‌holiday, while equities will ‌remain open. ‌Trading ⁠for bonds ⁠and rupee will resume on Thursday April 2.

    On ‌Monday, the rupee ended at its record ‌closing low of 94.83 per dollar, as ⁠the outlook for the Asian ‌currency remained weak amid the Middle East war.

    The benchmark 10-year bond ‌yield rose 9 basis points to 7.0345%, as ⁠the rupee sank ⁠to another record ‌low, and oil prices remained elevated. (Reuters) 

  • April 1, 2026 09:04
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    Stock Market live today: Asian stocks jump after Wall Street soars over renewed hopes of Iran war end

    Asian shares were sharply higher Wednesday after US stocks soared to their best day since last spring on renewed hopes that the Iran war could soon end.

    South Korea’s Kospi surged 5.2 per cent to 5,312.45 in early trading, while Tokyo’s Nikkei 225 rose 3.5 per cent to 52,840.67.

    The renewed optimism came after US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the United States will be done attacking Iran probably in two to three weeks, and that the US “will not have anything to do with” what happens next in the Strait of Hormuz. (AP/PTI)

  • April 1, 2026 09:03
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    Crypto Markets today: Bitcoin holds gains in Asia after 5-month losing streak ends

    Bitcoin was holding onto gains early Wednesday in Asia after snapping a five-month losing streak in March, buoyed along with other risk assets by US President Donald Trump’s intention to end the war on Iran within weeks.

    The original cryptocurrency was little changed just above $68,000 at 9:00 a.m. in Singapore. Ether, the second-largest token, was holding above $2,100.

    Bitcoin climbed 2.2% in March, its first monthly gain since September, fueling optimism among some that digital assets may be emerging from the “crypto winter” that began with a price crash in October. (Bloomberg) 

  • April 1, 2026 09:01
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    Stock Market live today: Indian shares set to open higher on hopes Iran war could end soon

    India’s equity benchmarks are set to open higher on Wednesday, mirroring gains in Asian ‌peers, as hopes of a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict eased concerns ⁠over surging oil prices and global inflation.

    GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 22,768 as of 7:33 a.m. IST, ‌indicating that the benchmark Nifty 50 will open above Monday’s close of 22,331.4 points.

    Indian ‌markets were closed on Tuesday for a ‌local ⁠holiday.

    Brent crude oil prices slipped to $105 a barrel, and Asian markets climbed 3.7% on optimism that the month-long conflict ‌could end soon. (Reuters) 

  • April 1, 2026 09:00
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    Commodities live today: Copper rises to two-week high on hopes for end to Iran war

    Copper rose to two-week highs on Wednesday, as investors are betting on signs of de-escalation in the ongoing war in the Middle East. The benchmark three-month copper on ‌the London Metal Exchange rose 1.03% to $12,463 a metric ton as of 0243 GMT after hitting $12,414, the ⁠highest since March 18.

    The most-active copper contract on the Shanghai Futures Exchange gained 1.54% to 97,030 yuan ($14,093.57) a ton, following a rise to ‌97,250 yuan, the highest since March 19. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the military attacks on Iran ‌by the United States could end within two to ‌three weeks, even ⁠without a deal with Tehran. (Reuters) 

  • April 1, 2026 08:59
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    Stock Market live today: Market updates from around the World (Source: Reuters)

    United States

    War-driven oil spike lifting inflation risks; Fed shifts to “wait-and-see” as labor market cools and markets remain volatile despite brief relief rally.

    Canada

    Modest GDP growth with soft manufacturing; Canadian dollar slightly weaker amid global energy shock.

    Eurozone

    Energy-led inflation jumped above ECB target, forcing debate over potential rate hikes despite easing core inflation.

    United Kingdom

    Markets saw sharp monthly declines; sterling gained vs euro but weakened against dollar amid rate divergence.

    Greece

    Set to rejoin MSCI developed index in 2027, marking recovery milestone though capital flow risks linger.

    Japan

    Business sentiment slightly improved but outlook worsening due to fuel costs; BOJ cautious amid weak yen and stagflation risks.

    China

    Manufacturing expanding but slowing, with input costs at four-year highs and weaker export momentum.

    India

    Rupee under severe pressure from oil shock, capital outflows, and widening current account risks.

    South Korea

    Factory activity strongest in over four years despite global energy disruptions.

    Indonesia

    Engaged in energy bartering to secure supply amid tightening global oil markets.

    Sri Lanka

    Turning to alternative oil suppliers (including Russia) amid supply pressures.

    Australia

    Providing credit relief to small businesses hit by war fallout; central bank uncertain after recent rate hike.

    New Zealand

    Limited direct updates; exposed to broader Asia-Pacific energy and inflation pressures.

    Russia

    2026 growth forecasts cut as oil disruptions and budget adjustments weigh; refinery restart planned but exports strained.

    Cuba

    Received Russian oil shipment amid domestic fuel shortages.

    Egypt

    Banking sector strong but economy vulnerable to oil import pressures and global slowdown.

    Kenya

    Banking revenues robust, though broader growth risks tilted downward.

    Morocco

    Banking profitability solid despite global headwinds.

    Nigeria

    Expanded 2026 budget amid oil volatility; part of Africa’s strong banking growth cluster.

    South Africa

    Rand sharply weaker on war-driven risk aversion despite strong banking sector revenues.

    Brazil

    Job creation weaker than expected as regional growth faces oil and global slowdown pressures.

  • April 1, 2026 08:58

    Stock Market Live today: Market commentary by Avinash Shekhar, Co-founder & CEO, Pi42

    “Bitcoin is currently trading around the $68,000–$69,000 range after a volatile phase driven by developments around U.S.–Iran tensions. The recent bounce toward the $70,000 mark was triggered by optimism after President Donald Trump signaled progress on discussions with Iran, but the move has struggled to sustain as uncertainty around potential escalation continues to weigh on sentiment.

    At the same time, price action indicates that Bitcoin is facing resistance near the $68,500–$70,000 zone, with recovery momentum at risk if it fails to hold above key support levels. This reflects that market currently is reacting sharply to geopolitical developments, with short-term rallies quickly fading amid mixed signals.

    Going forward, Bitcoin appears to be at a critical juncture. Holding above the $67,000–$68,000 support zone could allow for another attempt toward the $70,000 level, while a breakdown below this range may open the door for further downside, keeping the market in a volatile and range-bound phase.”

  • April 1, 2026 08:57

    Gold ticks up as dollar slips on West Asia de-escalation hopes

    Gold ticks up as dollar slips on West Asia de-escalation hopes

    Gold prices climb as the dollar weakens, fueled by hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East conflict.

  • April 1, 2026 07:45

    Stock Market live today: FY27 to start on positive note for Indian stocks, says Gift Nifty

    FY27 to start on positive note for Indian stocks, says Gift Nifty

    Global markets rallied strongly, with the Dow Jones surging over 1,100 points, as reports indicated that Iranian leadership may be open to ending hostilities, subject to certain assurances

  • April 1, 2026 07:22

    Today’s Stock Recommendation: April 1, 2026

  • April 1, 2026 07:10

    edanta’s Nand Ghar Partners with Frontier Markets for Women Empowerment

    Programme launched in Bharatpur, Rajasthan to create 1,800 digitally enabled women entrepreneurs. The initiative aims to empower rural women through digital training and market-linked livelihood opportunities.

  • April 1, 2026 07:09

    PwC India Announces Leadership Transition in Deals Business

    PwC India announced a leadership transition in its Deals practice as Shashank Jain steps down from his role as Co‑Leader, Deals, to pursue an exciting opportunity in the industry. The Deals practice will continue to be led by Mohit Chopra, ensuring continuity and sustained momentum for the business.

  • April 1, 2026 07:09

    Gujarat Victory Forgings Limited which is in the business of manufacturing of non-ferrous metal products, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for an IPO

  • April 1, 2026 07:09

    Piramal Finance Crosses ₹1 Lakh Crore AUM, reflecting multi-year transformation into a retail-led lending franchise

    • Expects AUM to cross ₹1.5 Lakh Crore by FY28
    • Completes transformation from a 90% wholesale NBFC in FY21 to an 85% retail-focused entity
    • Serving over 5 million+ customers, with 518 branches across 26 states

  • April 1, 2026 07:08

    Digitide Solutions Unveils ‘Pulse.nerve’ to Orchestrate the Agentic Enterprise; Launches 100+ Specialized AI Agents

    Digitide Solutions Limited (NSE: DIGITIDE), a global leader in AI-first digital transformation, today announced the launch of Pulse.nerve, a first-of-its-kind enterprise orchestration platform designed to unify the “fragmented intelligence” currently slowing down global organizations.

  • April 1, 2026 07:07

    GRSE Hits New High in Turnover, Declares Interim Dividend of 129%

    Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), sustaining its strong growth momentum, has recorded the highest annual turnover in its history for FY 2025-26, amounting to ₹6,400 crore (Provisional & Unaudited), as against ₹5,076 crore in FY 2024–25. The shipyard has also declared an interim dividend @ 129% of paid-up share capital against 89.5% in FY 2024–25.

  • April 1, 2026 06:58

    RBI has delayed the new rules on capital market exposure till July 1, 2026

    RBI has delayed the new rules on capital market exposure till July 1, 2026. In simple terms, brokers get 3 more months of relief. During this period, proprietary brokers can continue to get bank guarantees (BGs) by putting up only 50% margin, instead of stricter requirements. (Marginal relief for capital market stocks like BSE)

  • April 1, 2026 06:58

    Stock Market live today: 2 years, endless noise, extreme volatility — yet the Nifty 50 stands exactly where it was

    Two years, endless noise, extreme volatility — yet the Nifty 50 stands exactly where it was.

    March 2024: 22,326 → March 2026: 22,331

    A perfect reminder: markets can consume time, test patience, and still deliver zero returns.

  • April 1, 2026 06:55

    Stocks Seeing Promoter Buying in This Market Dip

    * Senco Gold

    * HEG

    * Gandhar Oil Refinery

    * Arkade Developers

    * Surya Roshni

    * Authum Investment

    * Time Technoplast

    * Thangamayil Jewellery

    * Ador Welding

    * CFF Fluid

    * Paradeep Phosphate

    * Emerald Finance

    * Orient Bell

    * Jubilant Ingrevia

    * Trishakti Industries

    * Gallantt Ispat

    * Premier Polyfilm

    * POCL Enterprises

    * eClerx Services

    * Ashapura Minechem

    * NPST

    * Aegis Vopak

    * Mach Conference

  • April 1, 2026 06:50

    Over 2 dozen stocks to remain in focus including ONGC, Hind Oil, Tata Chemicals

    Over 2 dozen stocks to remain in focus including ONGC, Hind Oil, Tata Chemicals

    Over 2 dozen stocks to remain in focus including ONGC, Hind Oil, Tata Chemicals, IndiQube, BEL, Nazara Tech, Dixon, Premier Energies on Wednesday

  • April 1, 2026 06:46

    US stocks rally sharply as Trump signals potential end to Iran conflict

    Wall Street surges on hopes of West Asia de-escalation, tech stocks lead rally

    Wall Street surged as hopes of West Asia de-escalation eased oil and inflation fears, with tech stocks driving strong gains across major US indices.

  • April 1, 2026 06:44

    Trump says US could end Iran war within weeks amid ongoing conflict

    Trump signals end to Iran military campaign within 2–3 weeks

    Trump says the US could end its Iran military campaign within 2–3 weeks, even without a deal, if Iran is blocked from developing nuclear weapons.

  • April 1, 2026 06:44

    Stock to buy today: Honasa Consumer (₹298.15) – BUY

    Stock to buy today: Honasa Consumer (₹298.15) – BUY

    Buy Honasa Consumer stock at ₹298.15, targeting ₹320 with strategic stop-loss levels for potential gains.

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