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From March 1, 2026, several financial rule changes tied to the year‑end and Union Budget will affect Indian consumers. Banks must stay open on March 31 for government work, stockbrokers will use verified ‘1600’ phone numbers to reduce scams, the Revised ITR deadline shifts to March 31, and FASTag rules are simplified, changing how financial services work.
Indian stock markets suffered a sharp downturn as the BSE Sensex fell over 961 points, wiping out about ₹4.98 lakh crore in investor wealth. The sell‑off was driven by weak global cues, foreign fund outflows and rising geopolitical risks. Most sectors ended lower, reflecting cautious sentiment and broad‑based market weakness.
Indian benchmark indices closed sharply lower, pressured by losses in realty and financial services stocks amid mixed global signals. ICICI Bank, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, HDFC Bank and Mahindra & Mahindra led the decline. The Nifty 50 fell 311.85 points, or 1.22 per cent, to 25,178.65, while the Sensex tumbled 961.42 points, or 1.17 per cent, […]
Netflix declines to raise its bid for Warner Bros Discovery, leaving Paramount ahead with a $31-per-share offer. Paramount aims to merge Warner’s HBO, DC, and hit franchises with its CBS, MTV, and Paramount+ assets. The deal raises antitrust concerns and faces political scrutiny, while Netflix steps back from the competition.
Gold prices saw a slight uptick in the Hyderabad bullion market today. The rate for 10 grams of 24-carat gold rose by ₹550 to ₹1,61,570, while 22-carat gold increased by ₹500 to ₹1,48,100. Silver maintained its steady rate at ₹2,95,000 per kilogram. Prices remain largely consistent across both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Stock market investors and traders should keep a close eye on key stocks today, Feb 27. Key stocks to watch today: Airline stocks, DGCA, IRFC, GMDC, Netweb Technologies India, Zaggle Prepaid Ocean Services, Brigade Enterprises, Capacite Infraprojects, RailTel Corporation of India, SBI, SBI Life Insurance, Reliance Industries, Jindal Steel, Coal India, and HAL.
The Telangana government is fast-tracking the creation of a third power distribution company set to begin operations from April 1, 2026, under a December energy department order. It will take over nearly 3 million government-linked electricity services, transferring about 2,000 staff. Musharraf Faruqui, TGSPDCL’s CMD, has been appointed to lead the new DISCOM.
India’s government has directed oil companies to sell petrol with up to 20% ethanol blend (E20) and a minimum Research Octane Number (RON) of 95 nationwide starting April 1, 2026. The move aims to cut oil imports, reduce emissions and support farmers by increasing ethanol demand. Some flexibility may be allowed in special cases.
Indian benchmark indices ended Thursday’s volatile session mixed. The Nifty 50 rose 0.06% to 25,496.55, while the Sensex slipped 0.03% to 82,248.61. Midcaps gained 0.66%, smallcaps were flat. Healthcare and pharma stocks outperformed, while media and FMCG lagged. PSU bank shares also advanced, supporting broader market sentiment despite choppy trading.
National Aluminium Company Limited, a Navratna PSU under the Union Mines Ministry, has launched its new IA91 grade aluminium alloy ingot. The silicon-based casting alloy offers superior castability, mechanical strength, and corrosion resistance. Director Anil Kumar Singh unveiled the product at NALCO’s Kolkata Stockyard in the presence of senior officials.
The Indian domestic stock market opened on a firm note today, with the BSE Sensex soaring 190 points to touch 82,466.71 and the Nifty 50 climbing 67.7 points to 25,549.55. Analysts also anticipate the bullish momentum to persist throughout the day, while the Indian rupee remained stable at 90.05 per U.S. dollar, close to yesterday’s […]
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana empowers households with subsidized rooftop solar panels, offering up to 300 units of free electricity monthly. It lowers power bills, promotes clean energy adoption, reduces carbon footprints, and supports energy independence. With direct subsidy transfers and easy installation, the scheme boosts savings.
Here are the petrol prices per liter today in the top cities in India. ★ Delhi – ₹94.77, ★ Kolkata – ₹105.41, ★ Mumbai – ₹103.50, ★ Chennai – ₹100.80, ★ Bangalore – ₹102.92, ★ Bhubaneswar – ₹101.19, ★ Chandigarh – ₹94.30, ★ Hyderabad – ₹107.46, ★ Jaipur – ₹104.41, ★ Lucknow – ₹94.69, ★ […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 82276.07, up at 50.15 points or 0.06%, and the Nifty was at 25482.50, up at 57.85 points or 0.23%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.94 against the dollar.
Consumers planning to buy air conditioners and refrigerators this summer face a price hike of 5-15%. The rise is attributed to increased production costs driven by surging prices of key materials like copper, aluminum, and steel. Notably, copper prices have jumped from $8,500 per tonne last year to $12,000-$13,000, directly impacting AC manufacturing costs.