The report from JM Financial noted that the rupee depreciated about 6 per cent in 2025 compared to the historical average annual depreciation of roughly 3.5 per cent, citing FII outflows and trade‑deal overhang with the US.

Indian rupee rises for 2nd session amid RBI interventions

Analysts noted that volatility remains the main focus amidst rupee's comeback and follow‑through in RBI actions and global dollar moves remains crucial in near future. Currency market watchers said 89.20 has emerged as a crucial level and a sustained break below this could open the door toward the 88.50–88.30 zone in the near term. Dec 22, 2025
Stating that today is a historic day for Assam and the entire North East, PM Modi remarked that the long-awaited dream of Namrup and Dibrugarh has been fulfilled, as a new chapter of industrial progress begins in the region with the laying of the foundati

Cong insulted Bhupen Hazarika, opposed semiconductor industry in Assam: PM Modi

"Congress backed the infiltrators who have destroyed the demography of Assam because those infiltrators are the vote bank of the opposition party. The BJP, on the contrary, has always been protective about ensuring the rights of people of Assam," he said, adding that the current dispensation has been working tirelessly to protect the indigenous people of the state. Dec 22, 2025
Mahayuti surges past 200-mark as BJP dominates Maharashtra local body polls

Mahayuti surges past 200-mark as BJP dominates Maharashtra local body polls

In terms of overall control of local bodies, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is ahead in 214 local bodies, while the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi is leading in 52. Held after a gap of nearly a decade, the local body elections are being closely watched as an important barometer to assess which political forces hold sway in Maharashtra's semi-urban and rural regions. Dec 22, 2025
Sensex, Nifty end lower on weak global cues

Sensex, Nifty open in green zone amid positive global cues

Analysts noted that market is likely heading for a year-end rally. The rupee's sharp reversal and FIIs' cash market purchases can accelerate this rally, as they lead to short covering, pushing benchmark indices higher. The Goldilocks domestic economic set up and potential earnings growth uptrend can support a market upturn, they added. Dec 22, 2025
Gold, silver prices dip on MCX ahead of US Fed meeting

Gold rises to record high over strong safe haven demand

In 2025, gold has seen a meteoric rise, up around 67 per cent amid geopolitical uncertainties and tariffs. According to analysts, gold and silver prices advanced last week and began the new week by touching fresh lifetime highs in both domestic and international markets. Dec 22, 2025
Indian stock markets opened weak on Thursday as pressure from a falling rupee and continued foreign investor selling kept sentiment muted on Dalal Street.    The opening also coincided with the weekly F&O expiry for the Sensex, adding to the cautious

Top 6 firms add Rs 75,257 crore in market value

The benchmark Sensex fell 338.3 points, or 0.39 per cent, during the week -- reflecting cautious sentiment among investors. Among the major gainers, Tata Consultancy Services saw its market valuation rise by Rs 22,594.96 crore to Rs 11,87,673.41 crore. Dec 21, 2025
Govt e-Marketplace helps to rake in Rs 2,200 crore via e-waste, scrap sale

Govt e-Marketplace helps to rake in Rs 2,200 crore via e-waste, scrap sale

GeM's forward auction module conducted over 13,000 auctions, onboarded more than 23,000 registered bidders, and enabled participation from over 17,000 auctioneers during this four-year period. These figures underscore that forward auctions are no longer a pilot initiative but have evolved into a nationwide digital mechanism for government asset disposal, the statement said. Dec 21, 2025
Travel risks rise as US tightens scrutiny of non-immigrant visas

Travel risks rise as US tightens scrutiny of non-immigrant visas

According to prominent US immigration attorney Aparna Dave, the changes have already begun affecting visa applicants across categories, including H-1B, F-1 and J-1 visas, with US consulates postponing scheduled interviews as they conduct more extensive background checks. Dec 21, 2025