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Manipal Hospitals is likely to file a DRHP with SEBI for an IPO worth over ₹9,000 crore, including a fresh issue and OFS, even as market sentiment remains cautious.

Lock-in periods on pre-IPO shares worth about $69 billion across 87 listed companies are set to expire over the next three months, making large blocks of shares eligible for trading.

The Centre has introduced new passenger rules for airlines, requiring 60% of seats on every flight to be offered without extra selection charges while also strengthening visibility around compensation during delays and cancellations.

Wednesday, 18 March 2026, added another positive close for domestic equities, with both benchmark indices ending higher for a third straight session.

Despite a slightly tense market environment, SBI’s ₹6,051 crore bond issue at 7.05% drew strong institutional interest, signalling continued trust.

Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) plans to simplify nomination rules. It will soon be the default for new accounts and is expected to reduce paperwork for claiming assets.

In early March, LPG consumption in India reduced by 17.3% as global supply issues disrupted imports. The shortage is now being felt by homes, factories, and the country’s overall energy demand.

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Kirloskar Ferrous Industries has partially slowed operations at its Solapur plant due to LPG supply issues linked to West Asia tensions. While financials remain stable, production may be affected if the disruption continues.

A parliamentary panel has flagged budget cuts, low fund use, and delays in India’s AI and semiconductor programmes. This has raised concerns over execution gaps and the country’s readiness in deep-tech sectors.

The government plans to restart IDBI Bank’s privatisation after previous bids fell short. Previous candidates can submit new bids even without fresh approvals from market regulators.