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Benchmark equity indices are expected to remain under pressure this week as rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions and mixed corporate earnings weigh on investor sentiment. Analysts see immediate resistance for the Sensex at 76,300 and crucial support for the Nifty near 23,600

Stock markets are expected to remain driven by developments in the West Asia conflict, crude oil prices, the US Federal Reserve's policy decision and domestic earnings this week. Investors will also monitor June IIP data and key corporate quarterly results for market direction

India attracted Rs 14,945 crore in FPI equity inflows through July 24 as weakening global chip trade benefited markets. However, rising crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions and foreign selling pressured equities, with analysts highlighting oil prices as a key market factor

Nepal has allowed Indian and Nepali citizens to carry Indian Rs 200 and Rs 500 notes up to INR 25,000, if issued after November 9, 2016. The move aims to ease currency movement, boost tourism and facilitate cross-border trade

Hyderabad-based Skyroot’s orbital success signals a startup revolution, and a turning point for India’s private space industry

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement could elevate bilateral trade to $115 billion by 2030 and generate up to 10 lakh jobs, according to an Assocham study. The deal entered into force on July 15, 2026, boosting key export sectors

The government said the US has placed India in the lower 10 per cent tariff bracket under Section 301 measures on forced labour concerns. Around 45 per cent of India's exports remain exempt, while both countries continue negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement

If the premier space agency is to retain its best talent, it must modernise career pathways, reward innovation and foster a more attractive and empowering workplace

India's cotton production declined to 290.91 lakh bales in FY26 from 352.48 lakh bales in FY21 as cultivation area shrank. The government said productivity remained stable and assured that domestic demand would continue to be met through production, carry-over stocks and imports

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has unveiled 10 new two-wheelers and reaffirmed its multi-technology strategy, combining ICE, electric mobility and alternative fuels. The company said sustainability must remain practical while strengthening its Make in India manufacturing and export plans

Infosys shares fell nearly 3 per cent after the IT major lowered the upper end of its FY27 revenue growth guidance despite reporting a 12.2 per cent rise in June quarter net profit. The company also announced Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO-designate

The government has mandated that all telecommunication network data, logs and related information be stored exclusively in India under a new authorisation framework. The rules also strengthen compliance monitoring while introducing provisions for cloud-hosted telecom networks and other infrastructure providers

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined sharply in early trade as Brent crude crossed the USD 100 mark amid escalating tensions in West Asia. Rising oil prices, foreign fund outflows and weak global cues weighed heavily on investor sentiment

The rupee gained 22 paise against the US dollar in early trade, supported by likely RBI intervention and a softer dollar. However, elevated crude oil prices, FII outflows and weak domestic equities continued to weigh on the local currency

Adani Enterprises has denied media reports claiming it plans to launch an airline, calling them baseless and factually incorrect. The company said it is not evaluating any such proposal, while continuing to focus on developing integrated airport cities across its airport network

The rupee weakened by 4 paise to close at 96.57 against the US dollar as elevated crude oil prices and weak domestic equities weighed on sentiment. Traders said likely RBI intervention helped limit losses despite heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia

Global crude oil prices jumped over 2 per cent after Iran-backed Houthi militants claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation heightened fears of supply disruptions, pushing Brent above $96 a barrel and raising inflation concerns for oil-importing countries

While the Semicon 2.0 policy push is laudable, several factors continue to hold back India’s aspirations to emerge as a global semiconductor hub

Godrej Capital has entered the gold loan segment by acquiring the gold loan business of Kanakadurga Finance Limited. The acquisition marks its first strategic buyout and supports the company's goal of building a Rs 1 lakh crore AUM franchise by 2031.

Dr Reddy’s Laboratories reported a steep 69% YoY drop in consolidated net profit for Q1 FY27, hit by weak North America sales, lower global generics revenue, and supply disruptions of semaglutide. Shares closed 2.16% lower on the NSE.

Adani Power posted a 47.24 per cent rise in its June quarter net profit to Rs 4,866.60 crore, driven by higher revenue and strong electricity demand. The board also approved a Rs 15,000 crore fundraise and an increase in the company's borrowing limit

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Wednesday, extending losses for a third straight session as rising crude oil prices and selling in banking stocks dampened investor sentiment. Higher geopolitical tensions also weighed on the domestic equity markets.

The rupee depreciated 11 paise to 96.36 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday as rising crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical tensions and increased demand for the greenback weighed on sentiment. RBI measures and foreign inflows, however, continued to provide support.

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