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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex falls 200 pts; BLS Intl, Aegis Logistics drive SmallCap losses

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Monday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap was up 0.01 per cent and the Nifty SmallCap was down 0.31 per cent

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex falls 200 pts; BLS Intl, Aegis Logistics drive SmallCap losses
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 3:00 PM IST

BLS International Services tanks 13% on huge volume, nears 52-week low

Till 01:38 PM on Monday, a combined 20.92 million equity shares representing 5 per cent of the total equity of BLS International changed hands on the NSE and BSE.

BLS International Services tanks 13% on huge volume, nears 52-week low
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 2:14 PM IST

Why stocks of rice exporters LT Foods, KRBL jumped up to 13% on Monday?

The underlying demand fundamentals remain healthy, and the company expects gradual normalization over the coming quarters as the business mix improves, LT Foods said.

Why stocks of rice exporters LT Foods, KRBL jumped up to 13% on Monday?
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

Siemens rallies 5%, hits new high in subdued market; what's driving stock?

Thus far in the financial year 2026-27, Siemens outperformed the market by soaring 40 per cent, against a 7.5 per cent rise in the BSE Sensex.

Siemens rallies 5%, hits new high in subdued market; what's driving stock?
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 1:48 PM IST

TVS Supply Chain share price zooms 16% in subdued market; here's why

The buying momentum came after the logistics solutions provider announced that it had signed a pact with Japan-based Sankyu Inc to collaborate across supply chain and engineering services.

TVS Supply Chain share price zooms 16% in subdued market; here's why
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 1:47 PM IST

Sebi seeks inclusion of fractional shares in Companies Amendment Bill

Sebi has asked the Ministry of Corporate Affairs to recognise the issuance and holding of fractional shares, which could widen investment options for retail investors

Sebi seeks inclusion of fractional shares in Companies Amendment Bill
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 1:24 PM IST

SAT dismisses Ketan Parekh's plea to cross-examine Capital Group traders

Sebi had barred Parekh and Singapore-based trader Rohit Salgaocar in January 2025 for alleged front-running of trades of a US-based foreign portfolio investor

SAT dismisses Ketan Parekh's plea to cross-examine Capital Group traders
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 12:55 PM IST

Welspun Corp extends rise, jumps 4% to new high on robust order book

Welspun Corp share price hit a fresh high of ₹2,400 on the BSE, up 4 per cent against the last closing price of ₹2,306.40.

Welspun Corp extends rise, jumps 4% to new high on robust order book
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 12:34 PM IST

Urban Company jumps 7% as Emkay sees strong growth potential ahead

Emkay initiated coverage on the company with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of ₹190.

Urban Company jumps 7% as Emkay sees strong growth potential ahead
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 12:13 PM IST

Sugar stocks Bajaj Hind, Dwarikesh, Dhampur soar up to 12%; hit 52-wk highs

The sector's near-term performance will continue to be influenced by sugar pricing trends, cane availability-cum-recovery levels, ethanol pricing mechanisms and policy direction, said Balrampur Chini.

Sugar stocks Bajaj Hind, Dwarikesh, Dhampur soar up to 12%; hit 52-wk highs
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 11:26 AM IST

Vishal Mega Mart shares rally 9.5% on re-appointment of CEO for five years

Gunender Kapur was appointed MD and CEO for a period of three years, with effect from June 27, 2024. His existing term of three years is due to expire on June 26, 2027.

Vishal Mega Mart shares rally 9.5% on re-appointment of CEO for five years
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 11:15 AM IST

Oriental Hotels share price rises over 5% on IHCL merger announcement

The Scheme of Arrangement proposes a share exchange ratio of 25 IHCL shares for every 117 Oriental Hotels shares, with completion targeted in the second half of FY2028.

Oriental Hotels share price rises over 5% on IHCL merger announcement
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:56 AM IST

EIL, Sagility: Check why Bajaj Broking is bullish on these smallcap stocks

Pabitro Mukherjee of Bajaj Broking flags a bullish 'cup and handle' and 'falling trendline' breakout on these smallcap stocks Engineers India and Sagility on the charts.

EIL, Sagility: Check why Bajaj Broking is bullish on these smallcap stocks
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:55 AM IST

Lalithaa Jewellery shares shine bright on market debut, list at 32% premium

Lalithaa Jewellery IPO shares were quoting at ₹276 in the grey market, signalling a listing pop of 37.31 per cent.

Lalithaa Jewellery shares shine bright on market debut, list at 32% premium
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:24 AM IST

Netweb hits new high on successful QIP; stock up 40% in one month

Thus far in calendar year 2026, the share price of Netweb Technologies has skyrocketed 87 per cent, as against a 8.8 per cent decline in the BSE Sensex.

Netweb hits new high on successful QIP; stock up 40% in one month
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:16 AM IST

Horizon Industrial Parks shares list near IPO price in muted debut on D-St

Horizon Industrial Parks' share price opened at ₹60.25 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), a premium of 0.42 per cent above the issue price.

Horizon Industrial Parks shares list near IPO price in muted debut on D-St
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:01 AM IST

Gold crosses $4,700 on Comex; silver trades above $69 amid US bond buybacks

In the global market, gold was trading near $4,700 per ounce on Comex, while silver was around $69 per ounce

Gold crosses $4,700 on Comex; silver trades above $69 amid US bond buybacks
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 9:45 AM IST

Sebi rejects settlement applications by 13 foreign funds in Adani probe

Some of the funds were unwilling to provide information the regulator considered necessary to settle the case, while others resisted demands to disgorge money sought by Sebi

Sebi rejects settlement applications by 13 foreign funds in Adani probe
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 9:24 AM IST

Stocks to watch: ZEEL, Vodafone Idea, Jubilant Pharmova, Power Grid, BoB

Stocks to watch today: In the commodity market, oil prices eased, with Brent crude futures down 1.29 per cent at $93.17 and the US West Texas Intermediate crude lower by 1.38 per cent at $85.86.

Stocks to watch: ZEEL, Vodafone Idea, Jubilant Pharmova, Power Grid, BoB
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 8:19 AM IST

Prestige Estates and PB Fintech among top picks by Choice Broking

Choice Broking's Sachin Gupta has recommended three stocks, Prestige Estates, PB Fintech and Carborundum Universal, based on their positive technical setups.

Prestige Estates and PB Fintech among top picks by Choice Broking
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 8:11 AM IST