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  Stock markets extend recovery for second consecutive session, IT stocks led the gains

  October 16, 2026 16:11 IST

  Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended the recovery for the second straight session as buying interest in select heavyweights, particularly technology stocks, picked up after a flat open.

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  Air India, IndiGo extend cancellation of Saudi Arabia flights until late October, check dates

  October 16, 2026 14:42 IST

  Air India announced on October 16 that flights to Riyadh, Dammam, and Jeddah would be cancelled until October 20 due to the changing situation in Saudi Arabia.

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  This jewellery stock jumps 18% to hit fresh 52-week high: What is behind today's strong rally?

  October 16, 2026 14:06 IST

  The stock's 14-day relative strength index (RSI) is 60.98. For the uninitiated, a level above 70 is considered overbought or overvalued, and below 30 is defined as oversold or undervalued.

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  Akash Ambani outlines strategy ahead of Jio IPO, says scaling up services will boost revenue

  October 21, 2026 12:02 IST

  Akash Ambani also outlined a strategic roadmap to target India's $1.4 trillion digital economy by FY31. He also stressed that Jio's first mission is to democratise technology to benefit Indians.

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  Jio Platforms IPO pricing is 'attractive', investors can make strong returns: Uday Kotak

  October 21, 2026 12:02 IST

  Uday Kotak said that institutional investors have shown significant interest ahead of the IPO. The Jio Platforms initial public offering (IPO) is the first such issuance from Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries.

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  Tech Mahindra share price jumps nearly 8% as Q2 profit rises 33%, board recommends 1:1 bonus shares

  October 16, 2026 11:58 IST

  Shares of IT services firm Tech Mahindra are in action after the company reported a 32.74 per cent jump in consolidated net profit. The stock has gained even as benchmark indices remained volatile.

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  Ahead of IPO, Isha Ambani reveals how a slow internet connection led to the birth of Jio

  October 16, 2026 10:50 IST

  Isha Ambani recalled how she and her brother, Akash, began deep conversations about why India should not be left behind in the digital space.

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  16 October, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex, Nifty open in green as rally in IT shares continues

  October 16, 2026 10:52 IST

  Asian shares jumped following heavy selling in the previous session after US stocks muscled higher. Japan's Nikkei 225 was up 1,229.05 points, or 1.91 per cent, to 65,655.

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  Reliance breaks silence on Starlink, says rules apply equally to foreign and domestic players

  October 16, 2026 9:48 IST

  Reliance said it has grown in India, which welcomes investment and innovation, homegrown or international, that improve people's lives.

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  India-US trade deal's first tranche finalised, undergoing legal drafting, final review: Piyush Goyal

  October 15, 2026 23:54 IST

  The framework for the first tranche was announced in February, but changes in the tariff landscape in the US have led to further negotiations. India is seeking better tariffs than its competitors for its goods in the US market.

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  Akash Ambani outlines Jio's roadmap to tap India's $1.4 trillion digital opportunity ahead of IPO

  October 15, 2026 18:27 IST

  Akash Ambani said that Jio handles around 60 per cent of India's total wireless data traffic on its network in the financial year 2026.

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  Stock surges over 1,500 points, Nifty closes near 23,000 amid easing crude oil prices

  October 15, 2026 16:54 IST

  Meanwhile, the Indian rupee extended its winning streak to a fifth straight session, supported by easing crude oil prices, unwinding dollar long positions, and strong domestic risk appetite.

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  PM Modi inaugurates projects worth Rs 3,350 crore in Ladakh, says Zojila Tunnel progresses rapidly

  October 15, 2026 14:21 IST

  Connecting Nimmu in Leh with Darcha in Himachal Pradesh through the remote Zanskar Valley, the road provides an alternative connectivity corridor to Ladakh, supplementing the Srinagar-Leh and Manali-Leh highways.

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  Gold, silver witness recovery amid pause in crude oil's five-day rally, check city-wise rates

  October 15, 2026 14:00 IST

  In the international market, the COMEX gold price gained 1.58 per cent to approximately USD 4,172.8 per troy ounce. The spot gold price at 1:51 pm was USD 4,154.41 per ounce, up by USD 67.48 or 1.65 per cent.

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  IDBI shares tumble nearly 8% after Cabinet approves acquisition of 60.72% stake by Fairfax

  October 15, 2026 13:22 IST

  IDBI Bank shares surged 9 per cent ahead of the announcement on Wednesday, adding Rs 8,086 crore to its market valuation, defying a largely bearish equity market.

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  From Jamnagar refinery to Jio: How Mukesh Ambani redefined Reliance's business empire

  October 21, 2026 12:24 IST

  After proving its strength in refining, Reliance made a major bet in the digital world. Jio's 2016 launch transformed the Indian telecom market. The company offered free voice calls and extremely cheap data, bringing the internet within reach of the common man.

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  Jio Platforms IPO GMP today, price band and other details of possibly India's largest public issue

  October 15, 2026 11:04 IST

  Jio Platforms has set a price band of Rs 1,065 to Rs 1,119 per share for its initial public offering, which could raise about Rs 30,213 crore at the top of the range, making it India's largest.

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  15 October, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex gains 183 points, Nifty near 22,700, TCS jumps over 2%

  October 15, 2026 9:40 IST

  Asian shares tumbled after US stocks fell to their worst day since July, following the latest signal that inflation is worsening. Japan's Nikkei 225 was down 3,478.29 points.

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  Overhead bin fire incident prompts DGCA to ban specific power bank model on all flights

  October 15, 2026 9:12 IST

  Because of the security risks, both passengers and airlines have been strictly instructed not to allow these power banks on aircraft under any circumstances.

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  298-km Nimmu-Padum-Darcha road to boost military mobility, strategic infrastructure in Ladakh

  October 15, 2026 8:39 IST

  The road connects Nimmu in Leh with Darcha in Himachal Pradesh through the remote Zanskar Valley. The project matters because it provides an alternative corridor to Ladakh, supplementing the Srinagar–Leh and Manali–Leh highways.

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  Salary hike 2026-27: 9.1% pay rise expected, check which sectors may see the biggest jump

  October 14, 2026 19:48 IST

  India is expected to record an average salary hike of 9.1 per cent in FY 2026-27, with NBFCs projected to lead at 10.1 per cent, according to Aon's annual survey. Employee turnover has increased to 18 per cent in 2026, while AI adoption and demand for specialised technology skills continue to grow.

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  Delhi-NCR residential real estate witnesses 7% growth in third quarter of 2026, check details

  October 14, 2026 16:47 IST

  While luxury housing continues to influence price trends, demand across the wider residential market will also depend on suitable configurations, competitive pricing and access to everyday conveniences.

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  Fairfax's IDBI Bank stake deal gets Cabinet approval, set to be India’s largest financial-sector FDI

  October 14, 2026 17:00 IST

  Fairfax's IDBI Bank stake deal gets Cabinet approval, set to be India’s largest financial-sector FDI

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  Modi Cabinet approves 78-day productivity-linked bonus worth Rs 2,009 crore for railway employees

  October 14, 2026 23:49 IST

  Payment of PLB to eligible railway employees is made each year before the Durga Puja/Dusshera holidays. This year also, the PLB amount equivalent to 78 days' wages is being paid to about 11.40 lakh non-gazetted Railway employees.

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  Sensex declines 250 points, Nifty drops 99 points to end at 22,622.70, rally in IT stocks continues

  October 14, 2026 16:04 IST

  Meanwhile, the Indian rupee traded positively, gaining around 10 paise to 95.14, despite a stronger dollar, as RBI restrictions on dollar buying continued to support the currency.

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  Vande Bharat Special between Delhi and Patna to halt at Kanpur, Prayagraj: Check complete timetable

  October 14, 2026 15:22 IST

  The Vande Bharat Special train from New Delhi to Patna will be numbered 02252, while the train returning from Patna to New Delhi will be numbered 02251. Both trains will have AC chair car and executive chair car facilities.

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  Smallcap IT stock trades in green even as markets tumble, firm shares update on SpaceX International

  October 14, 2026 14:10 IST

  The stock gained after four consecutive days of falls. The move follows the company's progress update on its high-profile USD 150 million, or around Rs 1,260 crore, programme with SpaceX International Ltd, Labuan.

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  Free calls, cheap internet, 100 million users in 170 days: How Jio transformed India before its IPO

  October 21, 2026 12:23 IST

  Jio's story so far shows how affordable services, massive network expansion, and digital demand have transformed India's telecom market. The journey has now become significant in the context of its IPO.