Delhi Traders Urge Rahul Gandhi to Postpone Nov 1 Anti-SIR Rally, Warn of ₹10,000 Crore Loss
New Delhi/Alive News: The Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has urged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to postpone the INDIA bloc’s anti-SIR rally scheduled for November 1 at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, warning that it could cause trade losses of up to ₹10,000 crore during the festive season. In a letter sent on Saturday, the […]
Indian Stock Market Falls for Third Straight Day; Sensex Drops 460 Points, Nifty Closes Below 22,690
Business/Alive News: The Indian stock market extended its losing streak for the third consecutive session on Thursday, October 22, 2026, amid volatile trading and weak global cues. The BSE Sensex fell around 460 points to close at 73,249, while the NSE Nifty 50 slipped to 22,687, ending below the 22,690 mark. Both benchmark indices witnessed […]
Jio Platforms IPO: Retail Investor Quota Fully Subscribed, Bids Reach ₹1.20 Lakh Crore
Business/Alive News: Reliance Industries’ digital services arm, Jio Platforms, has attracted strong investor interest in its initial public offering (IPO), with bids reportedly reaching ₹1.20 lakh crore against an issue size of around ₹30,200 crore. The portion reserved for retail investors has been fully subscribed, according to the information provided. The IPO opened on October […]
Adani Energy Solutions Profit More Than Doubles to ₹1,323 Crore; Revenue Rises 52.8%
Business/Alive News: Adani Energy Solutions Ltd reported a 148% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹1,323 crore for the second quarter of financial year 2026-27, compared with ₹534 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. The company’s revenue from operations rose 52.8% to ₹10,075.5 crore, up from ₹6,596 crore a year earlier. A tax credit […]
Apple Caps iPhone Duo Purchases at Two Units per Customer
Business/Alive News: Apple has reportedly introduced a purchase limit of two units per customer for its new iPhone Duo across its official online stores, including India. The restriction aims to prevent bulk buying and resale ahead of the device’s arrival in physical retail stores on October 23. According to Tata Group’s electronics retail chain Croma, […]
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Visits Reliance’s Jamnagar Refinery, Venezuelan Oil on Agenda
National/Alive News: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Reliance Industries’ Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat on Wednesday, with discussions on Venezuelan crude oil, energy cooperation and investment expected to feature prominently in his talks with chairman Mukesh Ambani. The visit comes as Washington seeks reliable energy supplies and greater cooperation with India, which has significant […]
Stock Market Closed on Dussehra: Sensex Fell 876 Points, Nifty Dropped 257 Points in Previous Session
New Delhi/Alive News: The Indian stock market remained closed on Tuesday, October 20, on the occasion of Dussehra. Trading did not take place on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) or the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). There was no trading in the equity and equity derivatives segments. The Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) also remained closed for […]
Foreign Fund Outflows, Rising Bond Yields Pressure Indian Markets; Earnings Key to Recovery: HSBC
New Delhi/Alive News: Indian stock markets continue to face pressure from foreign investor outflows and rising bond yields, with corporate earnings expected to play a key role in determining the strength of any recovery, according to an outlook from HSBC. Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) selling Indian equities has emerged as a major concern for the […]
Global Container Freight Rates Surge 130% Amid West Asia Tensions
New Delhi/Alive News: Global container freight rates have surged by around 130% since February 2026 amid renewed tensions in West Asia, raising concerns about rising shipping costs and their impact on international trade, according to a report by brokerage firm Jefferies. After declining through much of 2025 and early 2026, freight rates have risen sharply […]
Indian Sugar Stocks Fall After Government Stops Sugar Diversion for Ethanol
New Delhi/Alive News: Indian sugar stocks fell in early trading on Monday after the government directed oil marketing companies to stop diverting sugar for ethanol production during the 2026-27 supply year. The latest ethanol tender excludes ethanol supplies made from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup and B-heavy molasses, a by-product of sugar production. The decision limits […]