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August 1, 2024 4:53 PM

Sensex, Nifty end at record highs

Indian benchmark indices ended at record highs on Thursday, boosted by the US Federal Reserve's indication that an interest rate cut is likely in September. Market sentiment was further boosted by news of India's manufacturing sector showing impress...

August 1, 2024 11:31 AM

Nifty hits all-time high, surpassing 25,000

India's benchmark index Nifty 50 opened at a record high on Thursday, crossing the 25,000 milestone for the first time. The Nifty gained 92.15 points to 25,030.95, while the Sensex added 208.34 points, or 0.25 percent, to 81,949.68. Maruti Suzuki, J...

July 31, 2024 5:31 PM

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for fourth consecutive session

Indian benchmark indices continued their upward trajectory, closing higher for the fourth consecutive session on Wednesday. The Sensex climbed 285.94 points, or 0.35%, to settle at 81,741.34, while the Nifty gained 93.90 points, or 0.38%, closing at...

July 31, 2024 12:33 PM

Piyush Goyal confirms no change in policy on Chinese investments

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has confirmed that the government will not change its policy on foreign direct investments (FDI) from China. This decision comes despite recent suggestions from the Economic Survey. Goyal stated that the i...

July 31, 2024 12:21 PM

SEBI to soon notify regulations for financial influencers, says Chairperson Buch

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) will soon notify regulations targeting financial influencers, popularly known as finfluencers, SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch said during an event held at the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Tues...

July 31, 2024 10:58 AM

Sensex, Nifty open with minor gains

Indian benchmark indices opened with minor gains on Wednesday, tracking mixed global cues. The Nifty edged closer to the 25,000 mark, adding 58.70 points, or 0.24 percent, to reach 24,916. The Sensex gained 187.35 points, or 0.23 percent, to reach 81...

July 30, 2024 9:33 PM

Govt unveils Rs. 1.97 lakh crore PLI schemes to boost manufacturing and exports

The Indian government has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting domestic manufacturing and exports through its Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Schemes. Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, provided details on the progre...

July 30, 2024 5:33 PM

Sensex, Nifty close flat as profit-booking continues

Indian stock markets ended flat on Tuesday following a volatile trading session. Investors continued to book profits as the benchmarks hovered near all-time highs. The Sensex gained 99.56 points, or 0.12 percent, closing at 81,455.40, while the Nift...

July 30, 2024 5:22 PM

PM Modi asks India Inc to compete with the government in creating jobs and investments

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed leaders of Indian industry at a post-budget conference organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in New Delhi. In his speech, PM Modi highlighted the economic achievements of his governm...

July 30, 2024 4:49 PM

India has one of the lowest fuel prices: Petroleum Minister Puri

India enjoys some of the lowest fuel prices in the world, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, said on Monday. Replying to a question in Parliament, Puri highlighted that India is the only country where fuel prices have decrea...