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Avio Smart Market Stack Signs MoU with UAL Biotech to Advance Sustainable Agriculture in India Avio Smart Market Stack Limited (ASMS), formerly known as Bartronics India Limited, has formed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UAL Biotech Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based bio-innovation company. The collaboration, announced on 17 April 2026, aims to explore opportunities in sustainable agriculture and comprehensive rural ecosystem development across India.The partnership intends to leverage...

Bears staged a decisive comeback on Dalal Street on Thursday, forcing the major benchmark indices to shed earlier gains. Profit booking dominated trading as both the Sensex and Nifty pared back substantial gains, leading to a sharp decline in market sentiment.At 2:33 pm, the Sensex had slipped 104 points, settling at 78,007. Meanwhile, the broader Nifty index fell below the critical 24,200 mark. The 30-share benchmark was notably trading more than 700 points below its peak for the day...

The Indian market awaits a critical wave of corporate disclosures as over a dozen companies are scheduled to declare their fourth-quarter results for FY26 on April 16. This earnings blitz features major players such as Wipro, CRISIL, HDFC Life Insurance Company, and Angel One. Investors are keenly focused on these results to gauge how various sectors navigated the year and to assess the overall health of the economy.These disclosures are crucial for analysts, as they provide granular data...

SRM Contractors Ltd Bags Contracts Worth Rs 168 Crores from NHAI and Maharashtra Public Works Department SRM Contractors Ltd has secured contracts totaling Rs 168 Crores, spanning major civil infrastructure projects awarded by both the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Public Works Department of Maharashtra. The wins cover critical construction and remedial work in key national corridors.The company has received contracts from two major state and central agencies. The...

Asian equity markets soared on Wednesday, fueled by renewed optimism regarding potential peace talks between the US and Iran. This surge in global risk appetite was coupled with an overnight rally in Western markets and a decline in crude oil prices. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 1.5%, marking the highest level in six weeks.The positive sentiment also drew strength from Wall Street, where major indices closed sharply higher. This robust global backdrop...

Oil prices saw another significant decline on Wednesday, trading below the $95 mark. The slump came amid growing expectations that diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran could resume. This renewed dialogue has stoked hopes of easing crucial supply constraints currently plaguing Middle Eastern oil flows.The dip follows a week of intense market volatility. Brent crude futures slipped 52 cents, or 0.55%, settling at $94.27 a barrel at 0054 GMT. This extended the downward trend, continuing...

The Indian rupee opened marginally higher against the US dollar on April 15, reversing a trend of decline that spanned three straight sessions. The renewed optimism surrounding possible US-Iran peace talks significantly lifted global risk sentiment, bolstering support for major emerging market currencies.At the open, the rupee was trading at 93.22 against the dollar, marking a gain of 0.17 percent from its previous close of 93.38. Early trading saw the domestic currency move in a tight...

Amid continued market activity, investors who subscribed to the Om Power Transmission Initial Public Offering (IPO) can finally check their allotment status. The allotment for the debutant company is expected to be finalized today, shortly before the stock is slated to list on the exchanges on April 17. The market awaits detailed performance indicators following the three-day subscription period.Analyzing Om Power Transmission IPO Subscription Demand The offering attracted a moderate yet...

ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company (AMC) shares are set to be in the spotlight following the release of solid Q4 results. The financial results confirm a strong period of growth, driven primarily by improved operating efficiency and consistent revenue streams. The AMC announced a notable dividend of ₹12.4 per share, further boosting investor sentiment heading into the trade.The company reported a profit after tax (PAT) for the March quarter standing at ₹763 crore. This represents a...

Mumbai, April 15, 2026 — Delhivery Ltd (NSE: DELHIVERY) witnessed a significant block deal transaction during the morning session on April 15, with 40 lakh shares changing hands at ₹465 per share, aggregating to a total transaction value of ₹186 crore. Block Deal Transaction DetailsParticularsValueSessionSession 1 (Morning)Time08:47:55 AMSymbolDELHIVERYSeriesBLShares Traded40,00,000Trade Price₹465Total Traded Value₹186 crorePrevious Close₹465.30Price...

Gold and Silver Surge Amid Renewed US-Iran Talks Optimism; Experts Detail Price Targets Gold and silver prices held gains for a second straight session on Wednesday, April 15. This upward momentum was driven by renewed optimism surrounding potential ceasefire talks between the US and Iran. Analysts are now providing detailed technical outlooks, suggesting continued volatility but confirming a bull trend for precious metals.The COMEX gold rate surged marginally higher to $4,855 per ounce in...

Washington, April 15. The Senate has been consumed by a deep political rift over foreign policy, with Democrats escalating pressure to force votes that would end the conflict with Iran. Lawmakers clashed sharply, centering their debate on what some senators termed an "illegal war of choice," while Republicans vigorously defended the administration’s current strategy.Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer stated that Democrats plan to "force that choice week after week after week." He...

Indian stock markets are set to observe a holiday on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, on account of Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar Jayanti, leading to a complete halt in trading activity across the NSE Nifty and BSE Sensex.What Will Remain Closed? Both exchanges will suspend trading across all segments, including:Equity markets Equity derivatives Currency derivatives Securities lending and borrowing (SLB)There will be no market activity during the day, and normal trading will resume on Wednesday...

As India gears up to observe Ambedkar Jayanti on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, millions of citizens are seeking clarity on banking services. While the day is a major national holiday celebrating the life of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, physical banking accessibility varies significantly across the country.According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, most traditional physical bank branches are expected to remain shut. However, the status is not uniform; service availability depends heavily on...

LIC Announces Proposed Issuance of 1:1 Bonus Equity Shares Mumbai, April 13, 2026: The Board of Directors of Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) announced the approval of the issuance of bonus equity shares in a ratio of 1:1. The proposal, which is subject to the subsequent approval of shareholders, aims to reward existing members for their continued support and trust.The board stated that the issuance of bonus equity shares is intended to help balance the paid-up capital against...

India's retail inflation edged up to 3.4 percent in March 2026, rising from 3.2 percent recorded in February. The acceleration was largely attributed to escalating food prices throughout the month. Despite this sequential uptick, the March print remained below the critical 4 percent mark.The overall Combined CPI index increased to 104.84 in March, up from 104.57 in February and significantly higher than the 101.39 recorded in March 2025.Tracking Food Price Pressures in March Food...

Benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty dipped sharply on Monday, closing nearly 1 per cent lower. The selling pressure was directly linked to the failure of high-stakes US-Iran negotiations. The breakdown heightened global anxieties regarding a prolonged conflict in West Asia.The dramatic slide was fuelled primarily by concerns over crude oil prices, which surged following the collapse of the peace talks. The failure of US and Iranian negotiators to reach an agreement at their historic...

Geopolitical Instability Triggers Commodity Spikes Global agricultural markets saw sharp upward movements in key grains on Monday. The surge was predominantly fueled by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Specifically, fears surrounding a potential U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz proved to be the key catalyst.The instability was heightened by the collapse of U.S.-Iran talks, leaving a fragile two-week ceasefire hanging in the balance. This renewed geopolitical friction...

Oil Futures Surge Above $100 After US Implements Strait of Hormuz Blockade Following Iran Talks Failure Global energy markets reacted sharply on Monday, witnessing a dramatic spike in crude oil prices. The surge was triggered by the failure of recent US-Iran peace talks and the subsequent announcement of a US blockade targeting the vital Strait of Hormuz.The escalating geopolitical tensions immediately sent energy commodity prices soaring worldwide. Market participants are now pricing in...

Trump Declares Iran's Military 'Totally Gone'; Signals 'Everything' Demanded in Talks US-Iran Tensions Flare as Trump Asserts Degradation of Iranian Defenses Washington, D.C. - Former US President Donald Trump made stark claims regarding Iran's military capacity, asserting that Tehran has "no cards" left on the table. Speaking in an interview to Fox News, Trump detailed his assessment of the strategic balance between the two nations.Trump repeatedly highlighted the past anti-US rhetoric...