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The rupee, after showing early gains, closed 16 paise lower at 89.79 against the US dollar. Ongoing foreign capital outflows and robust demand from bullion importers put pressure on the currency. Despite the central bank’s measures, including USD/INR swaps and open market operations (OMO), market sentiment remained weak due to rising crude oil prices.
Gig and platform workers across India will stage a two-day strike on December 25 and 31, protesting falling pay, unsafe conditions, and lack of social security. Unions say delivery workers face long hours, arbitrary ID blocking, and algorithmic control. The strike targets peak-demand days to press for fair wages, safety, dignity, and stronger labour protections.
Indian equity benchmarks ended marginally lower on Wednesday amid muted trading ahead of the Christmas holiday. Losses in oil and gas, pharmaceutical, and IT stocks weighed on markets. The BSE Sensex slipped 116.14 points, or 0.14%, to close at 85,408.70, while the Nifty50 declined 35.05 points, or 0.13%, to end at 26,142.10.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85396.65, down at 128.19 points or 0.15%, and the Nifty was at 26152.25, down at 24.90 points or 0.10%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.61 against the dollar.
Investors should keep an eye on key stocks as markets open on Dec 24. Reliance Industries may see movement due to energy and telecom updates, while TCS and Infosys could react to IT sector trends. HDFC Bank’s performance might reflect banking sector sentiment, and Larsen & Toubro could be influenced by infrastructure developments and govt […]
Indian markets ended mixed on Tuesday as losses in IT stocks offset gains in metals, FMCG, and financial services. The BSE Sensex fell 0.05% to 85,524.84, snapping a two-day winning streak, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose slightly by 0.02% to 26,177.15. Market sentiment was also affected by weekly Nifty derivatives expiry.
Anna Archive, known for pirated books, claims to have scraped 86 million Spotify tracks and 256 million metadata rows, totaling 300TB. The group calls it the first fully open music preservation archive, covering 99.6% of listens. Seizing an opportunity beyond text, Anna Archive aims to preserve humanity’s cultural content across all media types.
Starting January 1, 2026, domestic and commercial LPG cylinders are expected to undergo price revisions across India. The change comes as part of broader adjustments in fuel pricing, affecting households and businesses alike. Consumers are advised to stay updated, while distributors are preparing for the nationwide implementation of new LPG cylinder costs.
Recent GST slab changes by the central govt have significantly affected Telangana’s revenue, with officials estimating a loss of nearly ₹1,000 crore in sales tax for November alone. Experts warn that such a steep decline in a single month could severely impact the state’s financial stability and pose challenges for future budget planning and other […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85690.10, up at 122.62 points or 0.14%, and the Nifty was at 26175.40, up at 3.00 points or 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.62 against the dollar.
Property developers in Hyderabad are forecasting a steady rise in the city’s housing market next year. According to real estate experts, home demand is expected to grow by around 5%, while prices may climb by nearly 10%. After a prolonged slowdown, the residential sector is showing renewed activity, with buyers slowly regaining confidence.
National Mathematics Day, celebrated on December 22, honors the birth anniversary of the legendary Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. It recognizes his extraordinary contributions to number theory, infinite series, and mathematical analysis. The day aims to promote awareness and appreciation of mathematics among students and the public.
While Christmas is widely celebrated, several countries restrict or ban its observance due to religious reasons. Nations like North Korea enforce harsh penalties, while Somalia and Brunei legally prohibit celebrations. Public observance is also restricted in Saudi Arabia, and unofficial or limited recognition exists in Kazakhstan and Libya.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, December 22, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85,363.44, up at 435.11 points or 0.51%, and the Nifty was at 26,109.15, up at 143.12 points or 0.57%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.88 against the dollar.
India’s markets regulator, Sebi, said that rules for short selling have not changed. The statement followed media reports claiming new short selling rules would start from today. Sebi clarified that the current regulations remain the same and no new framework has been introduced. Investors were advised to rely on official updates.