Stock market ends flat; auto shares surge as IT and FMCG decline

Stock market ends higher over US-India trade deal optimism

Sensex ended the session at 81,425.15, up 323 points or 0.43 per cent. The 30-share index opened with a decent gap-up at 81,504.36 against the last session's closing price of 81,101.32 amid buying in IT and FMCG stocks. The index hit an intra-day high at 81,643.88. Sep 10, 2025
Tourists stranded in Nepal as Gen Z protests force Kathmandu Airport shutdown

Nepal's unrest and regional stability

Nepal's crisis and regional echoes serve as a sobering reminder of vulnerabilities facing emergent democracies. India, while relatively stable, must heed these warnings and commit to deep reforms to preserve democratic values, social cohesion, and economic opportunity for all its citizens. Sep 10, 2025
200 Jaipur passengers stranded in Nepal; Rajasthan Police sets up special cell for assistance

Nepal's Himalayan crucible: The 2025 political upheaval

The Nepal 2025 crisis is emblematic of a critical junction for many emerging democracies: an intersection where youthful digital dissent, systemic governance failure, and global strategic rivalry entangle unpredictably. Sep 10, 2025
GST rate cut to spur credit growth of banks, NBFCs: Report

GST rate cut to spur credit growth of banks, NBFCs: Report

While the pace of incremental bank credit growth in the current year lags at Rs.3.9 lakh crore for the first five months of FY2026 compared to Rs.5.1 lakh crore for the previous year, the GST rate cuts aimed at spurring domestic demand would support credit expansion for banks and NBFCs in the near term. Sep 10, 2025
K'taka Ganesh visarjan violence: Mega immersion event in Maddur town amid tight security

K'taka Ganesh visarjan violence: Mega immersion event in Maddur town amid tight security

BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra, Leaders of the Opposition R. Ashoka and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, along with other senior party leaders, are participating in the event. Following the directions of Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy, the JD(S) party has also extended full support, with its state leaders participating. Sep 10, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open with gains as potential rate cut in US boosts sentiment

Sensex, Nifty jump over positive development on India-US trade talks

The Sensex was up 334 points or 0.41 per cent at 81,435 in the early morning trade, and the Nifty was up 106 points or 0.43 per cent at 24,975. The broadcap indices made strong gains, as Nifty Midcap 100 inched up by 0.73 per cent, and the Nifty Small cap 100 moved up 0.71 per cent. Sep 10, 2025
Unlocking limitless potential of India-US ties: PM Modi responds to Trump's call for renewed trade talks

Unlocking limitless potential of India-US ties: PM Modi responds to Trump's call for renewed trade talks

"India and the US are close friends and natural partners. I am confident that our trade negotiations will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential of the India-US partnership. Our teams are working to conclude these discussions at the earliest. I am also looking forward to speaking with President Trump. We will work together to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for both our people," PM Modi posted on X. Sep 10, 2025
Army takes charge of law and order in Nepal

Army takes charge of law and order in Nepal

"It has been observed that various anarchist individuals and groups have infiltrated and are engaged in activities such as vandalism, arson, looting, and attempts at targeted attacks on individuals, under the name of the movement, and there remains a possibility of such incidents occurring," the Army clarified in a statement on Wednesday. Sep 10, 2025