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Lenskart Solutions hit all-time high on posting Q3; brokerages hike TP

In the December quarter, Lenskart Solutions posted a multi-fold jump in year-on-year (Y-o-Y) rise in net profit for Q3FY26 to ₹131 crore, compared to ₹1.85 crore in Q3FY25

Lenskart Solutions hit all-time high on posting Q3; brokerages hike TP
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 9:46 AM IST

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex slips 400pts, Nifty below 25,850; Nifty IT down 4%; SBI m-cap tops ₹11 trn

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE: In the broader market, the Nifty MidCap index dropped 0.78 per cent, and the Nifty SmallCap index slipped 0.95 per cent

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex slips 400pts, Nifty below 25,850; Nifty IT down 4%; SBI m-cap tops ₹11 trn
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 9:43 AM IST

Fractal Analytics IPO allotment today; check status, GMP, listing date

Investors can check their Fractal Analytics IPO allotment status on the official NSE and BSE websites, as well as on the registrar's portal, MUFG Intime India

Fractal Analytics IPO allotment today; check status, GMP, listing date
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 8:44 AM IST

Stocks to Watch today: Lenskart, Patanjali Foods, Hindalco, SJVN, Vedanta

Stocks to watch today, Thursday, February 12, 2026: Market participants will keep an eye on Lenskart Solutions, Patanjali Foods, Hindalco Industries, and SJVN shares.

Stocks to Watch today: Lenskart, Patanjali Foods, Hindalco, SJVN, Vedanta
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 8:32 AM IST

Bharat Bandh on Feb 12: What's open, what's closed during strike today?

Trade unions and farmers have called a Bharat Bandh on February 12 to protest labour codes and the India-US trade deal; banking, transport and markets may see disruptions in several states

Bharat Bandh on Feb 12: What's open, what's closed during strike today?
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 8:25 AM IST

AIIL a bounce play; Coforge, Jubilant Food in downtrend, show tech charts

Technical stock picks by Drumil Vithlani of Bonanza: AIIL shows rebound potential near key support with 5 per cent upside target, while Coforge and Jubilant Foodworks remain in strong downtrends

AIIL a bounce play; Coforge, Jubilant Food in downtrend, show tech charts
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 7:01 AM IST

Nifty outlook: Index to consolidate; Ajit Mishra suggests 3 stocks to buy

Nifty outlook for Feb 12: Index consolidates near 25,950 amid mixed sectoral trends. Ajit Mishra recommends Glenmark Pharma, Nippon Life and TVS Motor as stocks to buy today.

Nifty outlook: Index to consolidate; Ajit Mishra suggests 3 stocks to buy
Updated On : 12 Feb 2026 | 6:48 AM IST

RBI looks to ban sales incentive to bank staffers from third party

Draft norms seek to curb mis-selling by barring incentives from third parties, mandating refunds and compensation, and prohibiting use of dark patterns

RBI looks to ban sales incentive to bank staffers from third party
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 11:38 PM IST

Bangladesh elections: All you need to know about key players, parties

The BNP, led by Tarique Rahman, and the Jamaat-e-Islami are seen as frontrunners, with the student-led NCP in distant third. The Awami League is barred from contesting

Bangladesh elections: All you need to know about key players, parties
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:24 PM IST

IndiGo now fully prepared to implement FDTL norms, informs DGCA

Airline tells DGCA it has put in place operational and rostering systems to comply with revised Flight Duty Time Limitation rules after one-time exemption ends

IndiGo now fully prepared to implement FDTL norms, informs DGCA
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 4:30 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex ends flat, Nifty settles at 25,954; IT shares slip

Sensex Today | Stock Market Close Highlights | February 11, 2026: In the broader market, the NSE Midcap 100 and Smallcap indices settled marginally higher, up 0.03 per cent and 0.02 per cent

Stock Market Close: Sensex ends flat, Nifty settles at 25,954; IT shares slip
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 3:44 PM IST

Akasa Air co-founder Praveen Iyer resigns, second top exit in four months

Akasa Air's Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer Praveen Iyer has resigned, marking the second high-level exit at the over three-year-old airline in four months. In a statement on Wednesday, the airline said that after a remarkable five- year journey, Iyer has decided to move on to begin the next chapter of his life. He will partner closely with the leadership team to ensure a smooth and structured transition through April 30, 2026, it added. Iyer is the second Co-founder after Neelu Khatri to leave the airline, which started flying from August 7, 2022. Khatri stepped down in October 2025. Iyer is also part of the airline's Executive Committee. Now, Akasa Air has four Co-founders -- Aditya Ghosh, Anand Srinivasan, Belson Coutinho and Bhavin Joshi. Vinay Dube is the Founder and CEO of the airline. Currently, the airline has 33 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Akasa Air co-founder Praveen Iyer resigns, second top exit in four months
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 1:52 PM IST

SBI pips TCS, takes 4th spot in market-cap ranking; stock up 10% in 3 days

At 11:55 AM on Wednesday; SBI's market cap stood at ₹10.78 trillion, as compared to TCS's market cap of ₹10.68 trillion on the BSE, the exchange data shows.

SBI pips TCS, takes 4th spot in market-cap ranking; stock up 10% in 3 days
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 12:49 PM IST

Unlisted company margins at a record high, gap remains with listed peers

Earnings in focus amid lacklustre capacity utilisation, and poor pick-up in sales for the latest available FY25 data

Unlisted company margins at a record high, gap remains with listed peers
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 12:41 PM IST

Even $200,000 H-1B visa fee won't deter hiring: New study explains why

Even a $150,000-$200,000 visa fee may not significantly reduce H-1B hiring, economist George Borjas finds

Even $200,000 H-1B visa fee won't deter hiring: New study explains why
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 12:34 PM IST

Eicher Motors shares rise 7% to record high after in-line Q3 results

The buying on the counter came after Eicher Motors released its Q3FY26 numbers on Tuesday, after market hours.

Eicher Motors shares rise 7% to record high after in-line Q3 results
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 12:26 PM IST

MSCI Feb rejig: Aditya Birla Capital, L&T Finance added; IRCTC excluded

According to an official statement, Aditya Birla Capital and L&T Finance will be added to the MSCI Standard Index, while Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) will be removed

MSCI Feb rejig: Aditya Birla Capital, L&T Finance added; IRCTC excluded
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 12:11 PM IST

Tata Motors rallies 4%, hits new high; what's driving CV stock price?

The stock price of Tata Motors hit a new high of ₹492 in intra-day on Wednesday, and has zoomed 50 per cent from its listing day price of ₹327.65 per share on November 12, 2025.

Tata Motors rallies 4%, hits new high; what's driving CV stock price?
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 10:01 AM IST

Govt mandates 6-stanza version of Vande Mataram at official events

The National Song must be played during the unfurling of the Tricolour, the arrival and departure of the President at formal state functions, and before and after the President addresses, among others

Govt mandates 6-stanza version of Vande Mataram at official events
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 9:53 AM IST

Shootings at school, home in Canada leave 10 dead, including shooter

There are "multiple victims" in a shooting at a high school in the northeast part of the province of British Columbia, Canadian police said Tuesday. Royal Canadian Mounted Police Staff Sgt. Kris Clark confirmed in a text message to Canadian Press that there are victims at the Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia's Peace region in what police have called an "active shooter" situation, but couldn't say how many people were involved or the extent of their injuries. Police earlier said a suspect is believed to be dead, but officers are working to determine whether a second suspect is involved. They are asking residents of the town of Tumbler Ridge, which has a population of about 2,400 people, to stay inside as additional police resources are being deployed to the area from neighbouring areas. The Peace River South School District said Tuesday that there was a the "lockdown and secure and hold" at both the secondary school and the Tumbler Ridge Elementary school. Larry .

Shootings at school, home in Canada leave 10 dead, including shooter
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 9:41 AM IST

US drops pulses, digital services tax from fact sheet on India trade deal

The US has revised its interim trade deal fact sheet with India, removing pulses from tariff talks and softening language on India's $500 billion purchase plans, even as negotiations continue

US drops pulses, digital services tax from fact sheet on India trade deal
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 9:20 AM IST

Russia, Iran accuse Elon Musk's Starlink of violating international law

The Starlink service has become a key communication link for Ukrainians fighting against Russia's invasion, as well as Iranian opposition forces that took to the streets last month

Russia, Iran accuse Elon Musk's Starlink of violating international law
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:45 AM IST

AI Summit 2026: Here are the seven chakras guiding India's AI roadmap

As India prepares to host the AI Impact Summit 2026, seven chakras will guide global leaders on building safe, inclusive and sustainable AI systems

AI Summit 2026: Here are the seven chakras guiding India's AI roadmap
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:30 AM IST

xAI co-founders Jimmy Ba, Tony Wu join exodus from Musk's AI startup

Wu announced his exit Monday in a post on X, without saying in the statement what he would be doing next. Ba followed a day later, saying it was his last day at xAI

xAI co-founders Jimmy Ba, Tony Wu join exodus from Musk's AI startup
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:23 AM IST

Stocks to Watch today: Apollo Hospitals, Britannia, RIL, BHEL, Tata Motors

Stocks to watch today, Wednesday, February 11, 2026: Apollo Hospitals Enterprises, Britannia Industries, Bharat Heavy Electricals, Tata Motors shares are likely to be in focus on Wednesday.

Stocks to Watch today: Apollo Hospitals, Britannia, RIL, BHEL, Tata Motors
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 8:04 AM IST

Nifty, Bank Nifty strategy; 3 stock recommendations today by Motilal Oswal

Chandan Taparia of Motilal Oswal Financial Services recommends to buy Tata Steel, Bajaj Auto and DMart on February 11, 2026; here's why.

Nifty, Bank Nifty strategy; 3 stock recommendations today by Motilal Oswal
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 7:37 AM IST

Buy NTPC, CPSE ETF; Nifty resistance seen at 26,000, says HDFC Securities

Technical analyst Vinay Rajani of HDFC Securities expects NTPC and CPSEETF to rally to ₹392.50 and ₹111 on the upside, respectively.

Buy NTPC, CPSE ETF; Nifty resistance seen at 26,000, says HDFC Securities
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 7:29 AM IST

'Owned by', not just 'made in' India: MoD looks to reset defence buying

Draft Defence Acquisition Procedure 2026 released for stakeholder comments; focus on force modernisation, faster acquisition, and scaled-up production

'Owned by', not just 'made in' India: MoD looks to reset defence buying
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 6:21 AM IST

Govt toughens rules on AI content, mandates 3-hour takedown timeline

From February 20, social media and internet intermediaries must remove unlawful content within three hours and non-consensual intimate imagery within two hours under amended IT rules

Govt toughens rules on AI content, mandates 3-hour takedown timeline
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:57 PM IST

Commercial banks reap windfall from surplus liquidity arbitrage

TREP, CD rates crash as RBI stays away from surplus liquidity absorption

Commercial banks reap windfall from surplus liquidity arbitrage
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:53 PM IST

On India-US table: Locking in duty-free electronic transmissions

Under a WTO moratorium, countries do not levy Customs duties on cross-border e-commerce transactions such as the download of software, e-books and similar products

On India-US table: Locking in duty-free electronic transmissions
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:45 PM IST

UIDAI plans fund to back tech companies innovating around Aadhaar

UIDAI is exploring setting up a fund to back seed-stage start-ups building innovative Aadhaar-based solutions, aimed at improving the quality, security and trustworthiness of the system

UIDAI plans fund to back tech companies innovating around Aadhaar
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:18 PM IST

'Surprised by market reaction to Kevin Warsh's nomination to the US Fed'

The dollar, said Aditya Bhave, senior US economist at BofA Global Research, will most likely remain the world's reserve currency.

'Surprised by market reaction to Kevin Warsh's nomination to the US Fed'
Updated On : 11 Feb 2026 | 6:16 AM IST

Gig workers find their voice: Push grows for welfare and protections

Back-to-back service sector strikes underline rising worker assertion in the gig economy and test whether new labour reforms can deliver real security

Gig workers find their voice: Push grows for welfare and protections
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

India long-term contributor to Coca-Cola's growth: CEO James Quincey

Coca-Cola has told investors that India will continue to drive long-term volume growth, as it ramps up investments in digital platforms, AI-led tools and market expansion

India long-term contributor to Coca-Cola's growth: CEO James Quincey
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

Capital expenditure, not just revenue spending, needs close monitoring

After years of rapid expansion, the Centre's capital spending growth eases as private investment shows early signs of revival

Capital expenditure, not just revenue spending, needs close monitoring
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Oil India Q3FY26 result: Profit falls 10.7% to ₹1,195 cr, dividend declared

Oil India Q3 revenue from operations stood at ₹9,111.43 crore, largely flat on a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) and sequential basis

Oil India Q3FY26 result: Profit falls 10.7% to ₹1,195 cr, dividend declared
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 5:18 PM IST

Stock Market Close: Sensex extends winning run to third day, up 208 pts; Nifty ends at 25,935

Sensex Today | Stock Market Close Highlights, Feb 10: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the SmallCap indices settled 0.49 per cent and 0.38 per cent higher, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex extends winning run to third day, up 208 pts; Nifty ends at 25,935
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 3:52 PM IST

Ozempic may slow arthritis progression beyond weight loss, study finds

A new study finds semaglutide drugs like Ozempic may slow osteoarthritis by directly improving cartilage health, with benefits seen even when weight loss is not the driver

Ozempic may slow arthritis progression beyond weight loss, study finds
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 2:54 PM IST

Pearl Global, Arvind, Gokaldas, Vardhman down up to 9%; here's why

Despite today's decline, in the past one month, these stocks have outperformed the market, surging up to 33 per cent, as against 0.56 per cent rise in the benchmark Sensex.

Pearl Global, Arvind, Gokaldas, Vardhman down up to 9%; here's why
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

Gold ETF inflows double MoM to ₹24,040 crore in January, surpass equities

The January inflow in Gold ETFs exceeded - albeit by a whisker - the net investment in 'growth/equity-oriented' schemes in January, which stood at Rs 24,028.59 crore, AMFI data showed

Gold ETF inflows double MoM to ₹24,040 crore in January, surpass equities
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 2:19 PM IST

New tax rules may change how you deposit cash, pay bills, claim HRA

Your taxes, your transactions: Draft rules propose big changes

New tax rules may change how you deposit cash, pay bills, claim HRA
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 1:34 PM IST

US claims India will remove digital services tax: Here's what it means

India has already abolished existing equalisation levies by April 2025, which were highlighted as a concern by the United States Trade Representative

US claims India will remove digital services tax: Here's what it means
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 1:30 PM IST

Delivery platform stocks: Eternal, Swiggy surge up to 6% on huge volumes

However, in the past six months, Swiggy (down 13 per cent) and Eternal (down 1 per cent) have underperformed the Sensex (up 5 per cent), amid concerns regarding increased competition

Delivery platform stocks: Eternal, Swiggy surge up to 6% on huge volumes
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 1:18 PM IST

Why HbA1c, India's most trusted diabetes test, may be getting it wrong

A Lancet Regional Health-Southeast Asia study warns that HbA1c, the gold-standard diabetes test, can misdiagnose or delay diabetes in Indians due to widespread anaemia and blood disorders

Why HbA1c, India's most trusted diabetes test, may be getting it wrong
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:50 AM IST

Fatty liver epidemic in India: Four in 10 affected, new Lancet study warns

Nearly 40 per cent of Indian adults may have metabolic fatty liver disease, with many unknowingly progressing to liver fibrosis, as new Lancet-backed data flags a major silent public health crisis

Fatty liver epidemic in India: Four in 10 affected, new Lancet study warns
Updated On : 10 Feb 2026 | 11:50 AM IST