No status quo on Adani Port land: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court clarified it did not order a status quo on 108 hectares of grazing land allotted to Adani Ports in Gujarat, rejecting villagers’ claims. The apex court stated the written order did not mention status quo and imposed a symbolic cost of ₹2,000 each on the villagers for their clarification applications.
Sebi may relax norms for select agri commodity F&O contracts
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has proposed a pilot program to allow select agricultural commodity derivatives to trade as cash-settled instruments before mandatory physical settlement. This initiative aims to boost liquidity and market confidence in agricultural contracts, with commodities like maize, groundnut, and chilli being considered for the pilot.
IT stocks tumble on OpenAI’s push into AI adoption
Indian IT stocks experienced a significant downturn on Tuesday, with the Nifty IT index plummeting 3.7% to a three-year low. This decline was triggered by OpenAI’s substantial investment in AI adoption, raising concerns about its impact on traditional software services business models.
True North exits Fedbank Fin in a Rs 385.4-cr block deal
The fund sold about 2.57 crore shares, or 6.86% of its total equity. Nomura India Equity Fund was the buyer of these shares. Fedbank shares ended 1.9% lower at ₹149.51 on Tuesday.
India’s global market cap share falls after D-Street’s slide this year
India’s global market capitalization share has fallen below 3% due to a sustained bearish trend and significant foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows. Despite this, India retains its fifth position globally with a market cap of $4.9 trillion, though Taiwan and South Korea are rapidly gaining ground.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end lower as inflation, Iran tensions weigh
US stocks closed lower as hotter-than-expected inflation and escalating US-Iran tensions weighed on sentiment. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq retreated from record highs, led by tech weakness, while Dow held steady. Rising oil prices and fears of prolonged inflation reduced hopes of Fed rate cuts and lifted rate-hike bets.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Q4 Results: Cons PAT falls 86% YoY to Rs 221 crore, revenue dips 12%; Rs 8 per share dividend announced
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Q4 Results: Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories reported a consolidated net profit at Rs 221 crore in the March-ended quarter versus Rs 1,587 crore in the year ago period, an 86% YoY fall.
Tata Power Q4 Results: Profit slips 4% YoY to Rs 996 cr, revenue falls 13%
Tata Power Q4 Results: Tata Power reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 996 crore for Q4 FY26, a 4% year-on-year decline, while revenue fell 13%. The company achieved its highest-ever annual PAT of Rs 5,118 crore for FY26, driven by strong performance in its renewables, solar manufacturing, and transmission and distribution businesses.
Gold, housing plays take a hit as Modi’s austerity pitch rattles consumer-facing stocks
Jewellery and real estate stocks experienced a sharp decline after Prime Minister Modi urged financial restraint, advising citizens to postpone gold purchases and reduce discretionary travel. The comments, aimed at curbing fuel consumption amid geopolitical uncertainty and high energy costs, triggered an immediate market reaction in sectors tied to household spending.
Vodafone Idea board to weigh fundraise through equity after AGR relief
Vodafone Idea board will consider raising funds via equity shares and warrants as sentiment improves after AGR relief and regulatory clarity. The stock has rallied sharply in recent months on reduced dues, leadership changes and stake-related developments. Brokerages turn more positive, citing improved visibility for fundraising and network expansion plans.