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Muhurat Trading 2025 highlights: Sensex, Nifty settle flat; Metal, Pharma stocks shine

Muhurat Trading 2025 LIVE Updates | Tuesday, October 21, 2025: In the broader markets, the NSE Midcap 100 index rose 0.11 per cent and the Nifty Smallcap 100 index rose 0.52 per cent

Sanae Takaichi becomes Japan's first woman PM after parliamentary vote

She secured 237 votes in the more powerful lower house, bringing her four votes above the majority line needed to confirm her victory

Diwali 2025: Festive season isn't kind to your skin. Here's how to fix it

Too many sweets, sleepless nights, smog, and heavy makeup can trigger festive breakouts. Dermatologists share how to calm your skin, restore its glow, and prevent post-Diwali damage

Gold prices up 60% this year: How to pick the best Gold ETF in 2025

Set up a monthly SIP (systematic investment plan) into a gold fund.

Muhurat Trading 2025: What should be your trading strategy today?

Muhurat Trading: The special one-hour Muhurat session, considered a symbolic start to the Hindu calendar year (Samvat 2082), will be held between 1:45 PM and 2:45 PM today on both the NSE and BSE.

H-1B visa: Not every applicant needs to pay $100,000 fee, USCIS clarifies

USCIS clarifies new $100,000 H-1B visa fee rules, detailing who must pay, who is exempt, how to pay online, and when rare exceptions may apply

Trump warns of 155% tariffs on China if trade deal not finalised by Nov 1

Trump warned of potential steep tariffs on Chinese goods if a trade deal isn't reached after his meeting with Xi Jinping later this month. However, he expressed his optimism for a 'fair' agreement

Delhi wakes up to toxic skies after Diwali, 36 of 38 zones in red

While most areas in the national capital recorded AQI levels above 300, several localities, including Greater Kailash and Patel Nagar, breached the 500 mark

Trump official cautions China against penalising firms investing in US

Greer's warning comes amid ongoing US-China maritime disputes, with China controlling over half the world's shipbuilding and seeking greater influence in the South China Sea

Indian students turn to UK, Germany, and Ireland as US enrolments fall 63%

The number of Indian students going to the US has fallen 63 per cent in two years, while Germany, Ireland, and the UK are seeing triple-digit growth

Ola Electric mourns engineer's death, says 'he never raised any complaints'

Ola Electric added that Aravind never "raised any complaints" about his employment or harassment, and his role did not involve direct interaction with the company's top management

Ukraine 'could still win' against Russia, says Trump but doubts outcome

Trump's remarks came during his meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Oval Office, where both leaders signed a multi-billion dollar agreement on critical minerals

Japan's parliament set to elect Sanae Takaichi as nation's first female PM

Japan's parliament is set to elect ultraconservative Sanae Takaichi as the country's first female prime minister on Tuesday, one day after her struggling party struck a coalition deal with a new partner that would pull her governing bloc further to the right. Takaichi will replace Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, ending a three-month political vacuum and wrangling since the Liberal Democratic Party's disastrous election loss in July. Ishiba, who lasted only one year in office, resigned with his Cabinet earlier Tuesday, paving the way for his successor. The LDP's off-the-cuff alliance with the Osaka-based rightwing Japan Innovation Party, or Ishin no Kai, ensures her premiership in a vote later in the day because the opposition is not united. Takaichi's untested alliance is still short of a majority in both houses of parliament and they need to court other opposition groups to pass any legislation -- a risk that could make her government unstable and short-lived. Political stability i

Diwali timeless reminder of light's victory over darkness, says Trump

US President Donald Trump on Monday extended his wishes on Diwali, the festival of lights, and said it is a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate. Today, I send my best wishes to every American celebrating Diwali the Festival of Lights', Trump said in a statement. For many Americans, Diwali is a timeless reminder of light's victory over darkness. It is also a time to bring families and friends together to celebrate community, draw strength from hope, and embrace a lasting spirit of renewal, the US president said. As millions of citizens light diyas and lanterns, we rejoice in the eternal truth that good will always triumph over evil. To every American celebrating Diwali, may this observance bring abiding serenity, prosperity, hope, and peace, he added.

Hiring lags investment as firms boost capex on automation, machinery

The 10 sectors in terms of factory employment showed a median 12.6 per cent increase in fixed capital, which includes plant and machinery, land and other long-term assets after depreciation

Bihar polls: RJD fields 143 candidates, Tejashwi to contest from Raghopur

The announcement follows the Congress party, which declared 60 candidates in three lists, adding six new candidates on Monday

Commercial banks may not need RBI approval for floating subsidiaries

Regulator to emphasise on non-duplication of businesses

Veteran actor Asrani passes away at the age of 84 after prolonged illness

Veteran actor Asrani, who cemented a special place in the hearts of audiences through his portrayal of the eccentric jailer in Sholay and best known for his comic roles, passed away in a hospital here on Monday, his manager said. He was 84. The veteran of several films spanning over five decades, Govardhan Asrani, known popularly by mononym Asrani, was remembered for his characters in "Sholay", Namak Haram, and Guddi. The end came on Monday afternoon, four days after he was admitted to Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital in suburban Juhu. "He was a bit unwell. He was admitted following breathing issues. He passed away today at 3:00 PM. We were told by the doctors that water had accumulated in his lungs, Asrani's manager Babubhai Thiba told PTI. Asrani had acted in over 300 films in a career spanning over five decades. He has largely played character roles, and has garnered wide acclaim for his impeccable comic timing. His dialogue, "Hum angrezon ke zamane ke jailor hai" has achieved

Can private bankers run PSBs? Govt needs patience to make it work

Yes, they can. But to make the experiment successful, the government must have patience

Stock Market Highlights: RIL helps Sensex, Nifty gain for 4th day; benchmarks rise 6% in Samvat 2081

Sensex today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Monday, October 20, 2025: BSE Sensex ended at 84,363.37 levels, up 411.18 points or 0.49 per cent.

Samvat 2082: When is Muhurat Trading 2025? Check date, time, key details

This year, the Muhurat trading 2025 session is scheduled for October 21, running from 01:45 PM to 02:45 PM, with a pre-opening window from 01:30 PM to 01:45 PM

SBI, Airtel, Bajaj twins among 5 Sensex stocks hit all-time highs on Monday

SBI hit an all-time high of ₹913.40, as the stock rallied 3% on the BSE in intra-day trade, surpassing its previous high of ₹912.10 touched on June 6, 2024.

PM celebrates Diwali on INS Vikrant, calls for self-reliance in defence

PM Modi stressed the need for self-reliance, saying, when the enemy stands before you, the side that has the confidence and self-reliance to fight on its own always has the upper hand

Why loneliness hits harder during Diwali, and how to cope with it

For singles, and those far from family, Diwali can feel isolating. Experts explain why festive joy often deepens the ache of solitude, and how to ease it

HDFC Bank rallies on strong Q2; ICICI Bank dips amid profit-taking

HDFC Bank shares hit a 52-week high after strong Q2FY26 results, lifting markets, while ICICI Bank dipped slightly. Analysts stayed bullish on both lenders, citing robust growth and stable margins

YES Bank, RBL get foreign suitors: Top bank stocks to buy for Samvat 2082

Foreign banks have bought up to 60% stake in Yes Bank and RBL Bank; will these deals help Indian private bank stocks outperform PSU banks in coming months? Here's what technical charts suggest.

Traditional Diwali rituals that continue to nurture mind and body

This Diwali, look beyond the sparkle. From mindful eating to reconnecting with loved ones, discover how traditional practices quietly nurture body and mind

Delhi breathes 'very poor' air on Diwali morning; Stage II curbs imposed

Delhi-NCR records 'very poor' air quality with AQI above 300 on Diwali; CM Rekha Gupta urges citizens to use only green crackers in the city

'India won't buy Russian oil': Trump repeats claims of speaking to PM Modi

Trump reiterated that PM Modi assured India would not buy Russian oil now, despite New Delhi dismissing his claims; Trump added New Delhi would continue paying 'massive' tariffs otherwise

Can Nifty hit 30,000 in Samvat 2082? Check targets for Sensex, key indices

The NSE Nifty 50 index can potentially rally to new life-time highs around 28,300 levels in Samvat 2082, while the BSE Sensex can surge to 92,000 levels, suggest technical charts; details here.

Stocks to watch, Oct 20: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, RIL, Dixon, LTTS, RVNL, IIB

Stocks to watch on October 20: Dixon Tech, PNB and IndusInd Bank are among tother top stocks to track today.

Samvat 2082: Key risks that could test Indian stock markets resilience

Indian equities enter Samvat 2082 amid risks from US tariffs, high valuations, FII outflows, fiscal pressures, and geopolitical tensions, even as earnings recovery offers long-term optimism

Emirates NBD is here for 15-20 years: RBL Bank CEO R Subramaniakumar

The $3 billion deal marks the largest cross-border investment in an Indian private lender, with plans to double RBL's branch network and boost market share

Scope for providing more monetary boost to growth: MPC member Ram Singh

Ram Singh signals potential for multiple rate cuts in FY26-FY27, citing low inflation and scope for accommodative monetary policy to support growth

India must be able to quickly attract global oil firms: Rystad Energy CEO

India's energy future hinges on decarbonising electricity first, boosting oil and gas exploration, and weighing nuclear SMRs against cheaper renewables

50% Trump tariffs: Call on support measures hinges on trade deal

Both countries are negotiating a comprehensive resolution that addresses both the pending issues in their trade deal and Washington's concerns over New Delhi's continued purchase of Russian oil

Viksit Bharat through 'useful knowledge': Building a culture that values it

Can India learn from the framework of economic progress as described by Mr Mokyr? India's policymakers have no shortage of economic blueprints

Future trajectory: Policy rate cut uncertain despite cooling inflation

The decision at the December MPC meeting will depend on a range of factors, and the incoming data until then will be crucial in shaping the consensus view

The year ahead: Global uncertainties set to influence asset prices

The last 12 months have been characterised by economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions

A quieter Diwali at box office: Collection likely to see 60% dip

Unlike last year's star-driven blockbusters, this Diwali's releases led by *Thamma* and *Ek Deewane ki Deewaniyat* mark a shift toward story-led cinema and regional strength

StatsGuru: States' pension burden overtook interest payments in 2022-23

CAG report shows pensions overtook interest costs in FY23 as states spent 43% of revenue on committed expenditure, including salaries, pensions, and debt servicing

Bihar at takeoff stage… industrialisation next: JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha

Sanjay Jha, national working president, JD(U), tells Aditi Phadnis that his party is still fighting fit and how Bihar is headed for new horizons

Coal may singe net-zero journey as India readies updated climate pledge

Indian policymakers are drawing up an updated climate change pledge to be presented to the UN by early November. The world's watching closely

From firecrackers to green crackers: How rules changed festive supply chain

India's fireworks economy has undergone a significant transformation over the years, shaped by stringent pollution regulations and local bans

Diwali through the ages: From harvest roots to LED-lit celebrations

Once marked by the simple lighting of diyas and modest home decorations, Diwali today is synonymous with affluence and high consumer demand

The festive rush: How FMCG sector is driving Diwali purchases and demand

With Diwali just around the corner, the FMCG sector is seeing strong sales across categories, with edible oils, dairy, and snacks driving festive demand

The spending season: What Diwali reveals about India's consumer mood

As the country prepares for the Diwali festival, credit card swipes, UPI transfers and gold sales from previous years reveal how people feel about their wallets and their future