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JPMorgan India unit to argue that any regulatory breach was technical

JPMorgan's Mauritius unit is likely to seek clarification from Sebi over alleged market manipulation, while avoiding an immediate appeal against the regulator's order

JPMorgan India unit to argue that any regulatory breach was technical
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:43 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 | 10:35 PM IST

Dixon Technologies set to gain from new mobile phone manufacturing scheme

The new mobile manufacturing scheme rewards incremental sales, localisation and domestic R&D, potentially supporting Dixon's exports and smartphone volumes

Dixon Technologies set to gain from new mobile phone manufacturing scheme
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:31 PM IST

SAT rejects Parekh plea on Capital Group traders' cross-examination

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 rejects Parekh plea on Capital Group traders' cross-examination
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:28 PM IST
Index funds gain ground as ETFs lose share of India's passive fund market
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

From trades to balance sheets: Sebi to widen AI surveillance net

The market regulator plans to use a dedicated AI model to track quarterly results and flag financial misstatements and manipulation without waiting for investor complaints

From trades to balance sheets: Sebi to widen AI surveillance net
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:22 PM IST

Page Industries gains hinge on volume growth as margin pressures persist

Page Industries has retained its double-digit volume growth guidance for FY27, but elevated raw material costs and premium valuations could limit near-term gains

Page Industries gains hinge on volume growth as margin pressures persist
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 10:11 PM IST

Sebi to introduce IT Resilience Index for market infra institutions

The move is aimed at strengthening oversight of the resilience of IT systems and identifying emerging weaknesses at an early stage, so that timely corrective measures can be taken.

Sebi to introduce IT Resilience Index for market infra institutions
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 8:59 PM IST

PFC withdraws three-year bond issue as yields remain elevated in market

The state-owned lender raised ₹2,500 crore through a 15-year bond at a 7.55 per cent cut-off coupon, but withdrew its three-year issue after receiving bids at higher yields

PFC withdraws three-year bond issue as yields remain elevated in market
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

Equity investing: Why allocation matters more than what you buy

The first principle of allocation is, 'Invest first, investigate later,' said Harini Dedhia, fund manager at Tamohara.

Equity investing: Why allocation matters more than what you buy
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 4:04 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 172 pts; Nifty settles at 24,219; Nifty PSU Bank tumbles 1%

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Monday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap rose 0.13 per cent and the Nifty SmallCap fell 0.26 per cent

Stock Market Close: Sensex sheds 172 pts; Nifty settles at 24,219; Nifty PSU Bank tumbles 1%
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 3:50 PM IST

Buzzing stocks: Ratnamani, Quadrant, Shanthi Gears zoom up to 42% in 2 days

In the past two trading days, Shanthi Gears zoomed 42% after Tube Investments of India acquired 2.06 million equity shares via block deal on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Buzzing stocks: Ratnamani, Quadrant, Shanthi Gears zoom up to 42% in 2 days
Updated On : 24 Aug 2026 | 3:30 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

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