West Asia conflict, crude oil prices to steer stock markets this week

Ongoing tensions in West Asia and fluctuating crude oil prices are set to heavily influence Indian stock market trends, making investor sentiment particularly sensitive in the coming week. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Escalating tensions in West Asia and rising

Banking system liquidity surplus shrinks to Rs 16,875 cr, lowest since Jan 22

Market participants said that due to scheduled outflows from the banking system on account of advance tax payments and goods and services tax, the surplus in the system liquidity narrowed. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points When there was surplus liquidity,

Govt may consider OFS option for raising public float in IDBI Bank

The government may consider selling a stake in IDBI Bank through the Offer-for-Sale (OFS) route to increase public shareholding, after the unsuccessful attempt to divest stake in the LIC-controlled lender, sources said. Currently, the public float in IDBI Bank is

In a best-case scenario, the ongoing chaos can bring opportunity in next month, says expert

Amid rising geopolitical tensions and volatile global cues, Indian equity markets are witnessing a sharp reality check, reshaping investor sentiment and valuation dynamics. The recent correction, particularly in mid- and small-cap stocks, reflects a broader shift in market positioning as

Foreign investors dump Rs 88,180 cr in Mar; 2026 outflows cross Rs 1 lakh cr

Escalating geopolitical tensions and a weakening rupee are driving a significant outflow of foreign investment from Indian equities, raising concerns about economic growth and corporate earnings. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Foreign investors have withdrawn over Rs 88,000 crore from

Poultry farmer from Maharashtra invited by Oxford University

From humble beginnings to a multi-crore poultry empire, an Indian farmer is now set to share his inspiring agri-entrepreneurial journey at the prestigious University of Oxford. Photograph: Michael Dalder/Reuters Key Points Ravindra Metkar, a farmer from Maharashtra, transformed a small

HDFC Bank Shares Tumble 7.5%, Rs 1 Trn Mcap Wiped Out

Governance uncertainty and leadership visibility gap are likely to keep the stock under pressure in the near term, said Nomura in a report. Photograph: Kind courtesy Openbook10/wikipedia.org/Creative Commons   After a tumultuous day, where HDFC Bank’s management and board tried

Rupee set for worst year since FY14, hits fresh low of 93.72 per dollar

Foreign exchange traders said the Reserve Bank of India intervened by selling dollars, helping limit the rupee’s fall. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points The rupee has depreciated 8.8 per cent so far this financial year. The price of the Indian

UGRO Capital approves ₹205 crore NCD issuance via private placement

Non-bank lender UGRO Capital Ltd on Saturday (March 21) approved issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) aggregating up to ₹205 crore through private placement in one or more tranches, following a meeting of its Investment and Borrowing Committee. The issuance comprises

What does Donald Trump’s hint to wind down the US-Iran war mean for India’s stock market, gold and silver rates?

US-Iran war: After the end of three weeks of the US-Israel joint attack on Iran, US President Donald Trump dropped a hint to ‘wind down’ the military operation in the Middle East. The US President dropped a hint about this