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Larsen & Toubro market cap nears ₹6 trillion; stock rallies 10% in 1 month

The divestment of Nabha Power for ₹3,660.87 crore is strategically positive for L&T as it aligns with the company's stated objective of exiting the development projects business, believe analysts.

Stock Market Close: Sensex gains for 2nd day, up 174 pts; Nifty ends at 25,725; PSU Bank, IT lead

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Tuesday: The GIFT Nifty indicated a negative start for the Nifty 50. Asian markets were trading mixed in holiday-thin trade. Oil future prices declined

Bitcoin stagnates, Ethereum eyes recovery; altcoins show mixed moves

The flagship token briefly slipped below $68,000 before recovering to $68,500, maintaining a sideways range between $65,000 and $70,000 over the past ten days

PSU Bank index outshines Nifty for 6th straight month; up 41% since Sep-25

Thus far in the month of February 2026, the Nifty PSU Bank index has rallied 5.5 per cent, as compared to 2 per cent rise in the benchmark Nifty 50.

Gnani.ai unveils 5B-parameter voice-to-voice AI model at India AI Summit

Gnani.ai's Inya VoiceOS, a 5B-parameter voice-to-voice model built under the IndiaAI Mission, is being released as a research preview ahead of a larger 14B-parameter system

Indian IT stocks may stage technical rebound after selloff creates value

The correction in IT stocks has been driven by mounting concerns among investors over the potential impact of AI on the sector's growth outlook

Travelling without a British passport? Dual citizens may be denied UK entry

From February 25, 2026, dual British citizens must show a UK passport or certificate of entitlement to board flights, ferries or trains to Britain

Earnings to accelerate market gains; valuations may apply brakes: Kotak Sec

Kotak anticipates FY2027E and FY2028E net profits of the Nifty50 Index to grow 16 per cent and 15 per cent after a muted 8 per cent growth in FY2026.

India AI Impact Expo powerful convergence of ideas, innovation: PM Modi

India AI Impact Expo 2026 was a powerful convergence of ideas, innovation and intent, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. PM Modi on Monday inaugurated the Expo here featuring more than 600 high-potential startups and 13 country pavilions showcasing international collaboration in the AI ecosystem. "India AI Impact Expo 2026 was a powerful convergence of ideas, innovation and intent. It showcased the extraordinary potential of Indian talent in shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence for global good," PM Modi wrote on X. The prime minister also said that above all, the Expo reaffirmed India's commitment to harnessing AI responsibly, inclusively and at scale for human progress. The Expo brings together global technology firms, startups, academia and research institutions, central and state governments and international partners. Spread across 10 arenas covering more than 70,000 square metres at Bharat Mandapam, the Expo brings together global technology firms, startup

Global South should make own AI models using local data, says Amitabh Kant

At the India AI Impact Summit, the former Niti Aayog CEO says AI must be accessible, affordable and multilingual, built on local data to prevent widening inequality

₹2-3 cr homes sell fastest as housing conversion time hits 3-year low

Conversion time across top cities b/w 2020 & 2025 was lowest in 2022 (22 days)

Britannia sees 'Darvas Box'; VBL, Marico show reversal signs, says analyst

Om Mehra, tech analyst at SAMCO Securities explains that Britannia is trading in a well-defined rectangular range, or more precisely, a Darvas Box repeatedly finding support near the lower boundary.

Ola Electric slips 5% in trade, sink to record low; down 19% in a month

Analysts believe Ola Electric's turnaround post December quarter (Q3FY26) is likely to be prolonged and challenging.

First solar eclipse of 2026: Debunking myths on radiation, eyes, pregnancy

From warnings for expectant mothers to fears of harmful rays, here is what science actually says about eclipse-related health risks

Trump's $38 billion plan to overhaul US immigration detention: Explained

Trump's $38 billion plan will add 92,600 ICE beds through new mega detention centres, aiming to speed deportations and consolidate facilities nationwide

Will PhonePe's IPO trigger re-rating for Paytm? Macquarie explains

According to Macquarie, PhonePe's proposed listing will be watched closely for its potential read-through on Paytm's (One 97 Communications) valuation and near-term re-rating

Gaudium IVF sets IPO price band at ₹75-79: Check dates, lot size, objective

Gaudium IVF IPO comprises a fresh issue of 11.3 million equity shares worth up to ₹90 crore and an OFS of up to 9.49 million equity shares worth up to ₹75 crore

Hyatt Executive Chairman Pritzker announces retirement over Epstein ties

Pritzker is the latest in a string of high-profile business leaders, politicians and other public figures forced to reckon with public attention on their ties with Epstein

Stocks to Watch today, Feb 17: Cochin Shipyard, JSW Infra, Lupin, Seamec

Stocks to watch on February 17, 2026: Stocks like Cochin Shipyard, JSW Infrastructure, Lupin, TVS Supply Chain, and Seamec will remain in focus today

Stocks to buy today: Analyst at Kotak Sec bets on ICICI Bank, Lupin

Stocks to buy today: Shrikant Chouhan of Kotak Securities suggests placing bets on ICICI Bank and Lupin; here's why

RBI notifies amended ECB framework, eases cost and maturity norms

The central bank said the regulations were finalised after examining feedback received from stakeholders on the draft framework released on October 3, 2025

India's unemployment rate hit three-month high of 5% in January

India's unemployment rate climbed to 5% in January, a three-month high, as rural seasonal factors and post-harvest slack pushed joblessness up, even as labour force participation softened

Nine-judge Supreme Court Bench to look at definition of 'industry'

The Supreme Court has referred the scope of the term "industry" under labour law to a nine-judge Bench, which will revisit a 1975 ruling and assess the effect of later legislative developments

Govt weighs making National Pension System mandatory for gig workers

Government weighs mandatory NPS coverage for gig and unorganised workers, explores auto-enrolment and digital onboarding to widen pension net and boost long-term retirement security

Going OTP-less: Mastercard, Visa rolling out passkeys for card transactions

For the first time in India, an at-scale, OTP-less authentication framework will allow users to complete credit and debit card transactions

18% US levy may kick in this week: Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal

Talks in Washington next week on interim deal's legal framework

India's AI moment gets real as celebrities and robots share space

PM inaugurates 5-day summit; Vaishnaw says India in talks with over 30 countries for a pact to curb AI misuse

Datanomics: Challenges galore for new Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh

As Manipur returns to elected rule under Yumnam Khemchand Singh, data on inflation, fiscal stress and unemployment show a fragile and uneven recovery

BNP chief Tarique Rahman to take oath as new PM of Bangladesh today

Tarique Rahman will take oath as Bangladesh's new Prime Minister on Tuesday after leading his party to a forceful victory in the crucial general elections. Breaking with a long-standing tradition, the swearing-in ceremony of the 60-year-old Bangladesh Nationalist Party Chairman would be held at the South Plaza of the Parliament Complex instead of Bangabhaban. President Mohammed Shahabuddin will administer the oath to the new cabinet members at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad on Tuesday afternoon, state-run BSS news agency reported on Monday. "The Parliament Secretariat is set to hold the oath-taking ceremony of the new cabinet members at 4:00 pm tomorrow. Earlier, the Parliament Members (MPs) will be sworn in at 10:00 am at the South Plaza of the Jatiya Sangsad Complex," Secretary of the Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat Kaniz Maula told BSS earlier. BNP has called a parliamentary party meeting at the Parliament Building at 11:30 am to elect the parliamentary party leader. "As the

Why did BSE, Angel One, MCX shares fall up to 10% after RBI funding norms?

BSE, Angel One and MCX shares fell up to 10% after RBI revised capital market exposure norms. JM Financial says new rules favour banks but tighten funding for brokers

India-EU trade pact moves from promise to reality but challenges persist

India-EU FTA signals a strategic shift toward export-led growth, but without deeper trade, tariff and investment reforms, its full economic potential may remain unrealised

Cash in circulation at record high despite rise in UPI use: SBI report

India's currency in circulation reached a record ₹40 trillion in January even as the cash-to-GDP ratio fell to 11%, signalling incremental GDP growth increasingly financed through digital payments

Australia vs Sri Lanka HIGHLIGHTS T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka down Aussies to qualify for Super 8

ICC T20 World Cup HIGHLIGHTS: Sri Lanka are first team from Group B and fifth team overall to book their place in the next round

Consumer awareness: Front-of-pack labels can reshape food choices

The Economic Survey 2025-26 has highlighted that sales of UPFs grew over 150 per cent from 2009 to 2023, which is a major contributor to obesity, diabetes, and other non-communicable diseases

Brokers body may approach RBI on funding norms, flags market concerns

Brokerages are planning to approach the RBI to review revised capital market exposure norms, which they say could hurt proprietary trading, raise MTF funding costs and weigh on market liquidity

India-AI Summit Day 1: Sovereign AI, jobs, global ties dominate talks

Day 1 of the India-AI Impact Summit, which is being held in New Delhi, saw policy urgency, sovereign AI push, and signals on jobs, skills, regulation and infrastructure shaping India's AI ambitions

India in talks with 30 nations on AI regulation framework: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Vaishnaw said misinformation and deepfakes are eroding the foundations of society, adding that social media platforms, AI developers and creators must ensure these technologies are not misused

China's DeepSeek moment to India's sovereign AI, what BharatGen CEO said

BharatGen CEO, Rishi Bal, explains why the government-backed programme is building its own foundational AI models, how PARAM 2 fits into the plan, and what sovereign AI means in India context

Stock Market Close: D-St stages late rally; Sensex jumps 650 pts; Nifty ends at 25,682; Banks rally

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Monday, Feb 16: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap were up 0.48 per cent and 0.11 per cent, respectively.

Indian passport jumps to 75th in Henley Index; visit 56 visa-free countries

Passport Ranking List 2026: India moves up 10 places in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, though its visa-free tally dips slightly to 56 destinations

STT hike, US deal, NSE listing: SMC's Aggarwal decodes 2026 market roadmap

The reduction in US tariffs and the interim trade deal framework are set to significantly boost India's export competitiveness, said Subhash C. Aggarwal

India's wholesale inflation stood at 1.81% in Jan, at a 10-month high

January 2026 WPI-based inflation: Positive rate of inflation in January 2026 was due to an increase in prices of the manufacture of basic metals, other manufacturing, and non-food articles

Apollo Pipes up 24% in Feb, aims to break 5-mth losing streak; hint charts

Aakash Shah of Choice Broking reckons that Apollo Pipes has closed above short- and medium-term EMAs, and broken above the falling trendline; thus confirming a breakout on the charts.

Investor rush to EM, gold ETFs fuel speculation concerns, say analysts

The January inflow in Gold ETFs exceeded the net investment in equity schemes last month, which stood at ₹24,028.59 crore

AI progress will not happen by 'drift', needs urgency: CEA Nageswaran

Nageswaran warned that without careful and calibrated action, rapid technological change could create social and economic instability

Traffic curbs in Delhi for AI Impact Summit 2026: Check advisory here

AI Impact Summit begins at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi amid heightened security. Traffic curbs and route diversions are in place as CBSE board exams begin alongside the summit

Delhi AQI remains 'poor' amid hazy conditions; mercury to touch 30°C today

City records overall AQI of 218 with 24 stations in 'poor' category; IMD sees warmer days, clear skies and night-time mist, maximum temperature likely to reach 30 degrees Celsius today

AI Impact Summit 2026 kicks off in Delhi today: Key sessions to watch

India is hosting the AI Impact Summit 2026 from February 16-20, bringing global leaders, tech CEOs together to discuss how artificial intelligence can be used for governance, jobs and public services