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Following the Diwali festival, ‘Muhurat Trading’ continues to see profits in the Indian stock markets. The Sensex is trading at 84,484.67, up by 121.30 points, while the Nifty stands at 25,901.20, gaining 58.05 points. Meanwhile, the rupee is trading at 88.02 against the US dollar, reflecting positive market sentiment.
Landslides have disrupted traffic on the Sabarimala route in Kerala, particularly along the Kumily-Pamba stretch. Heavy rains have caused rivers and waterfalls in the region to overflow, worsening the situation. Authorities have issued warnings urging devotees and travelers to exercise caution and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.
The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) is a Cenral govt-backed pension scheme for unorganized sector workers aged 18-40. Subscribers receive a fixed monthly pension of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 after 60, based on contributions. The govt co-contributes for eligible subscribers. APY ensures old-age financial security with auto-debit, tax benefits, and spouse pension continuation.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 84363.37, up at 411.18 points or 0.49%, and the Nifty was at 25843.15, up at 133.30 points or 0.52%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.95 against the dollar.
The Indian stock market is expected to keep a lookout on key names such as Reliance Industries, HDFC Bank and Punjab National Bank today, as bank earnings, strong performance in domestic demand and the upcoming ‘Muhurat”’trading session fuel momentum. Analysts point to better‑than‑expected profits and positive trade cues driving selective buying.
This Diwali, consider buying an air fryer for healthier meals. Options under ₹5000 include Usha iChef (₹4199), Nutricook (₹4599), Milton Rapid (₹4299), Inalsa (₹4589), and Philips (₹4399). These air fryers offer various features like multi-function modes, digital touch panels, and strong heating power for convenient, oil-free cooking.
Indian stock benchmarks extended gains for the fourth session, with the BSE Sensex rising by 411.18 points to 84,363.37 (+0.49%) and Nifty50 up 133.30 points at 25,843.15 (+0.52%). Key gainers included Reliance Industries and Bajaj Finserv, while ICICI Bank and M&M saw losses. Nifty PSU Bank rose 2.87%.
Hyderabad faced major disruptions on October 18 due to a statewide bandh against the Telangana High Court’s stay on 42% BC quota in local body polls. Public transport halted, with cabs charging double, leaving travelers stranded. Gold shops and businesses also suffered, while protests led to vandalism and forced shutdowns in several areas.
Looking for Diwali gifts under Rs 6000? Check out these tech gadgets: Cellecor CBS-05 Bluetooth speaker (Rs 5,499), Noise Airwave Max 4 headphones (Rs 1,699), Ambrane PowerMini power bank (Rs 1,699), boAt Chrome Horizon smartwatch (Rs 2,799), Digitek 101 wireless mic (Rs 4,399), and Nu Republic Transform-X earphones (Rs 799).
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, October 20, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 84269.30, up at 317.11 points or 0.38%, and the Nifty was at 25824.60, up at 114.75 points or 0.45%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.89 against the dollar.
Bharti Airtel was fined ₹2.14 lakh by the DoT for issuing SIM cards in Karnataka without proper subscriber verification. An August 2025 audit revealed incomplete Customer Application Forms, violating license terms. Airtel accepted the penalty, while the DoT continues regular audits to prevent SIM-related fraud and ensure compliance.
Motorola’s Moto G06 Power, boasting a 7,000mAh battery and 6.88-inch 120Hz display, now starts at Rs 7,499 on Flipkart’s Diwali sale. With bank discounts and exchange offers, prices drop below Rs 5,000. Featuring a Helio G81 processor, Android 15, and 50MP camera, this budget phone leads Motorola’s festive smartphone deals.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Saturday, October 18, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83952.19, up at 484.53 points or 0.58%, and the Nifty was at 25709.85, up at 124.55 points or 0.49%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 88.01 against the dollar.
Proxy adviser ISS has urged Tesla shareholders to oppose CEO Elon Musk’s $1 trillion pay package, citing concerns over its scale and structure. Despite acknowledging Musk’s achievements, ISS warned the award is excessive. The plan, proposed in September, ties Musk’s payout to ambitious goals, including raising Tesla’s market value to $8.5 trillion.
Jio launches a special Diwali offer giving customers a chance to win prizes worth up to ₹10 lakh. Buy digital gold through JioFinance or MyJio app and get 2% extra gold added to your wallet. The offer runs from October 18-23. Winners will be announced on October 27 through lucky draws. Shop now and celebrate!