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India is evaluating a $1 billion incentive programme to boost private-sector adoption of electric buses and trucks, as the government looks to cut fossil fuel dependence and reduce transport emissions amid the ongoing West Asia crisis. Read ahead to know more.

The Indian stock market indices opened lower on Wednesday, with both Nifty50 and Sensex dropping over 0.6%. Uncertainty about the Middle East war has not yet subsided, and markets are experiencing extreme volatility.

Sensex closed 77 points higher at 75,315, while the Nifty 50 ended nearly flat at 23,649 on 18 May 2026 after recovering sharply from intraday lows. GIFT Nifty at 23,677 signalled a mildly positive start for Tuesday’s trade.

Mutual funds cut their exposure to technology stocks in April. The allocation fell to an eight-year low. The move came as concerns grew around AI disruption and slower global IT spending. Read ahead to know more.

Airline stocks remained in focus after Maharashtra and Delhi reduced VAT on aviation turbine fuel (ATF), a move that could significantly lower fuel expenses for carriers. IndiGo could save up to ₹1,500 Cr annually, while SpiceJet may see savings of up to ₹200 Cr.

No Indian company features in the world's top 100 by market cap for the first time in years as a prolonged equity selloff, oil shock and brokerage downgrades erase billions in value.

SBI Funds Management has filed DRHP for a ₹13,000 crore IPO, with SBI and Amundi selling 10% stake through OFS. Read more about valuation, stake sale and market impact.

Arohan Financial Services has filed draft papers for a ₹600 crore IPO with SEBI, including a 4.04 crore share OFS, as existing investors seek partial exits from the microfinance lender.

India raised petrol and diesel prices by 90 paise per litre on 19 May, the second hike in a week, as oil companies lose ₹750 crore daily amid surging crude prices. Read ahead to know more.

India is looking at a possible hike in import duties on edible oils. The move comes after a request from domestic industry players. The aim is to support local farmers. It may also help reduce foreign exchange outflows at a time when the rupee remains under pressure.

Q-Line Biotech will launch its ₹214.48 crore SME IPO on 21 May at a price band of ₹326-343 per share, with proceeds earmarked for debt repayment and working capital needs.

Margin funding exposure in equities rebounded above ₹1.2 lakh crore in May as traders returned after March’s correction and broader markets recovered sharply. Read more about the trend and investor sentiment.