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Saudi exports to India rise to 1.0–1.1 mbpd in 2026; Russian flows ease to 1.2 mbpd, with March projected at 0.8–1.0 mbpd as refiners rebalance crude sourcing.

₹590-crore fraud at IDFC First Bank’s Chandigarh branch involved unauthorised transactions in Haryana government accounts. Arrests followed, funds partly recovered, but shares crashed, wiping over ₹14,000 crore in market value.

The US Supreme Court’s 6–3 ruling curbed emergency tariff powers; Trump invoked the Trade Act of 1974 to impose a 15% global levy, triggering refund claims, WTO dispute options, and short-term trade volatility.

India-EU FTA could lower wine duties from 150% to 20-30%, potentially bringing a 30% price drop in European wines and increasing competition for Sula’s premium portfolio.

Indian markets opened higher on 23 February 2026, supported by positive global cues after the US Supreme Court struck down broad-based tariffs. Stocks such as IDFC First Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, Bharti Airtel, Vedanta, and NHPC are in focus.

India’s proposed tax changes to its France treaty could reshape the P-note route for foreign investors. Read more to understand what this means for market flows and your investments.

After the SEBI’s approval, the NSE is all set to launch 10-gram Gold Futures from 16 March 2026. Investors will be able to trade in these contracts from Monday to Friday, between 9 AM and 11:30 PM.

Shree Ram Twistex shares listed at ₹68 on NSE and ₹70 on BSE, marking a sharp discount to the issue price. The ₹110 crore IPO was subscribed 43.66 times during 23-25 February. Strong bidding was led by non-institutional and retail investors.

Gold and silver prices are expected to rise further next week. Analysts point to global trade tensions, Middle East geopolitical risks, and safe-haven demand supporting bullion. Persistent market uncertainties are likely to keep investor interest in metals elevated.

Clean Max shares fell nearly 25% after listing at a discount to their IPO price. Muted retail participation and a 94% overall subscription weighed on investor sentiment in early trade.

The EU may pause approval of its trade deal with the US amid uncertainty caused by recent tariff actions, with lawmakers seeking clarity before moving forward with ratification.

India can become a key APAC data hub if it leverages its large market, growing digital economy, and abundant renewable energy, according to Deloitte.

Expect a cautious start on Monday as global cues remain mixed. Banks may support indices, but geopolitical tensions could limit gains. Nifty and Sensex can largely be range-bound through the session.

Omnitech Engineering is set to launch a ₹583 crore IPO from 25-27 February, with a price band of ₹216-227 per share and a market debut on 5 March. The funds will be used for debt repayment, capital expenditure, and setting up two new manufacturing facilities.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres called for a $3 billion global AI fund at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to prevent widening inequality as AI adoption accelerates.

Indian markets rebounded after Thursday’s rout, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 closing higher, led by PSU banks and metals, while IT stocks lagged amid global tensions and selective buying.

Novartis AG will sell its 70.68% stake in Novartis India for ₹1,446 crore to a PE-led consortium, triggering an open offer of ₹860.64 crore as shares hit the upper circuit.

OpenAI will open Bengaluru and Mumbai offices as India surpasses 100 million weekly ChatGPT users, alongside a 100 MW data centre partnership scalable to 1 GW and 1,00,000 Edu licenses.

Indian markets bounce back after Thursday’s selloff as stock-specific triggers take centre stage. Read the full report to see what’s driving today’s action.

The Gaudium IVF IPO witnessed a significant surge on its bidding day 2. It achieved a total subscription of 3.03x. Read ahead about the strong retail and non-institutional investor participation and IPO day 3 expectations.

India will start permanent magnet production by year-end, backed by a ₹7,280 crore scheme approved in 2025 to build 6,000 MTPA capacity. Four states have been picked for processing units, with 4,000+ critical mineral exploration activities underway.

Brent crude has surged past $70 as geopolitical tensions add a fresh war premium to oil prices. Read more to understand what this means for global markets.

Vehicle and marine exports from India to the European Union (EU) have surged sharply ahead of a planned free trade agreement (FTA), with manufacturers boosting shipments as tariff barriers could soon be cut once the deal becomes operational.

MCX shares might look expensive after doubling in a year, but the CME case study suggests there's still room for growth. With its new tech platform and a shift toward high-margin options, the exchange is evolving into a much more profitable business.

Swiggy shuts down 15-minute food app Snacc after 15 months, citing scalability challenges. Focus shifts to core food delivery and quick commerce.

Central government employees are closely awaiting updates on the 8th Pay Commission, expected to update pay scales in February 2026. The Dearness Allowance, currently at 58%, is likely to rise to 60% from January 2026.

India’s primary markets are preparing for a transformative 2026. A diverse pipeline ranging from quick-commerce disruptors to dairy majors is set to debut. Read ahead on the regulatory approvals clearing the path for institutional giants and tech platforms alike.

SEBI’s new mandate requires Alternative Investment Funds to report NAV data within 30 days is a huge leap for transparency. Read ahead on how it is standardising private market valuations, deepening market participation and protecting investors.

Waaree Energies plans to invest ₹8,175 crore to set up an integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh with a capacity of 16 GWh, covering the full battery value chain.