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Benchmarks tumbled on rising crude prices and global tensions. With volatility elevated and breadth weak, traders may expect a cautious, range-bound session with stock-specific moves dominating early trade.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.