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India may be missing a major multi-billion-dollar opportunity due to changing US trade policies under Donald Trump. Shifts in global strategy and economic priorities are affecting trade relations and investment flows. Infrastructure developments, including rail networks, are also linked to these changes, raising concerns about India’s long-term economic benefits.
Indian stock markets fell for a second day, with Sensex down 852 points and Nifty below 24,200, amid concerns over Strait of Hormuz disruptions and stalled US-Iran talks. Energy worries hit sentiment. Trent, M&M, and Shriram Finance led losses. Pharma gained, while auto, PSU banks, and realty declined. Several major firms reported Q4 results.
The Central govt has dismissed circulating social media claims about an imminent hike in petrol and diesel prices, calling them baseless. Officials clarified that no proposal exists to increase fuel costs or burden consumers. Authorities also urged the public not to believe such misinformation and warned that strict action will be taken against individuals.
Gold and silver rates witnessed a notable decline in the Hyderabad bullion market today. The price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold dropped by ₹1,200 to ₹1,53,550, while 22-carat gold fell by ₹1,100 to ₹1,40,750. Silver prices also slipped sharply, decreasing by ₹5,000 per kilogram to ₹2,70,000, with similar trends observed across both Telugu states.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 77872.23, down at 644.26 points or 0.82%, and the Nifty was at 24194.55, down at 183.55 points or 0.75%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 94.14 against the dollar.
India has amended aviation fuel rules to allow blending of ethanol and synthetic hydrocarbons in aviation turbine fuel. The move aims to reduce emissions and dependence on imported crude oil. While the definition of ATF has been expanded, no mandatory blending targets have been set yet, marking a gradual shift toward cleaner aviation energy.
Bitcoin surged above the $78,000 mark, hitting intraday highs near $78,400 after the US extended its Iran ceasefire. The crypto gained around 2–4% as geopolitical tensions eased, improving risk appetite. Institutional inflows also supported the rally, though markets remain volatile due to ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East conflict.
The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted global oil flows, forcing tankers to reroute through the Panama Canal. Shipping congestion has surged, with operators paying up to $4 million for priority transit. The crisis is pushing US crude exports higher while tightening supply and increasing global energy market uncertainty.
The RBI has updated its e-mandate rules, allowing recurring auto-debit payments up to ₹15,000 without OTP or extra authentication. This applies to subscriptions, SIPs, and bills. Higher-value payments like insurance and mutual funds have relaxed limits. The move aims to simplify digital payments while maintaining security through alerts and user consent.
Diet Coke has unexpectedly vanished from store shelves in several Indian cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR. The shortage is driven mainly by a global aluminium can supply crunch linked to disruptions in the Gulf. With summer demand rising, retailers report stock-outs, forcing consumers to search across shops and delivery platforms.
Indian stock markets ended lower, snapping a three-day rally as IT stocks declined. Global weakness followed stalled US-Iran talks, raising West Asia tensions. The Sensex dropped 757 points and Nifty fell below 24,400. Midcap and smallcap indices outperformed. IT, financial, and auto sectors lagged. Several companies will report Q4 results today.
Indian stock markets opened weak today, with Sensex slipping 254 points to 79,019.34 and Nifty 50 down 106 points at 24,470.85. The rupee traded at 92.06 against the US dollar. Oil prices jumped after tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, pushing Brent crude to $98.08 per barrel. Asian markets were mixed amid caution over the […]
Patanjali Foods declared a second interim dividend of Rs 1.75 per share for FY26, with a record date of April 25, 2026. Payment will be made on or before May 20, 2026. The company had already paid an equal interim dividend earlier. Shares rose over 1 percent after the announcement, ending higher despite the recent […]
The government is set to issue draft rules for E85 fuel, a blend of up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol, as part of a major energy transition. Produced from sugarcane and maize, E85 aims to reduce oil imports and pollution. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s push signals a shift toward cleaner, domestic biofuel use.
Sensex surged 753 points, ended at 79,273.33. Whiel Nifty closed at 24,576.60, marking a third consecutive day of gains. Nifty MidCap rose 0.49% and SmallCap gained 0.88%. FMCG and realty indices led sectoral gains, while pharma underperformed. Nestle India, Trent, and HUL were top Nifty gainers as investors tracked US-Iran ceasefire hopes and upcoming Q4 […]