Karnataka to Ban DJs, Item Songs at Cultural Events
Karnataka government plans restrictions on DJs and item songs at cultural events, sparking discussion on traditional festival funding.
RBI Sees No Material Concerns After Atanu Chakraborty Exits HDFC Bank
RBI issues reassuring statement on HDFC Bank’s management transition following Atanu Chakraborty’s departure from the lender.
Sensex Falls 1,700 Points as Nifty Holds 23,200 Level
Indian stock market tumbles with HUL, ITC hitting 52-week lows. HDFC Bank leads decline impact on Nifty index.
Market Close Thursday, 19 March 2026: Nifty 23232 | BankNifty 54036 — Sharp Selloff on Institutional Caution
Nifty50 closed at ₹23232.15, down 2.29%, while BankNifty fell 2.33% to ₹54036.25. Flat FII/DII activity signals institutional hesitation amid broad market weakness.
Rajputana Stainless IPO lists today; GMP signals muted debut
Rajputana Stainless IPO listing scheduled for March 19 on NSE and BSE. Gray market premium indicates subdued market response.
BOJ Holds Interest Rates at 0.75% Amid Global Tensions
Bank of Japan maintains policy rates unchanged at 0.75% following two-day meeting as geopolitical risks weigh on markets.
Gold slips 4% in March; MCX prices near ₹1.52 lakh
Gold and silver prices weaken in March. MCX gold hovers around ₹155,000 per 10g while silver trades below ₹2.40 lakh per kg.
Gold Falls 1% to $4,844, Silver Drops 2.45% Amid Asian Trade
Spot gold prices declined 1% to $4,844/oz while silver plunged 2.45% to $75.6/oz during Asian trading on Thursday.
Indian Markets Set for Lower Open Amid Fed Policy, Oil Price Surge
Indian stock indices expected to open lower following Fed rate decision, rising crude oil prices, and US-Iran tensions impacting global markets.
Five breakout stocks to buy today: Expert picks after Fed policy
Market analyst Sumeet Bagadia recommends GE Vernova T&D India, Centum Electronics, Adani Energy Solutions, Bharat Forge, and Cummins India as buy opportunities.
Nifty 50, Sensex set for gap-down opening on March 19
Gift Nifty signals weak start for Indian indices following US Fed policy decision, trading at 536-point discount
HDFC Bank ADR Falls 7% After Chairman Atanu Chakraborty Quits
HDFC Bank’s American Depositary Receipts tumbled over 7% on NYSE following the resignation of part-time chairman Atanu Chakraborty.