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Closing Bell: Nifty 50 Dips as Financials Drag; Metals, IT Show Resilience | 24 Aug 2026, 03:45 PM IST
Nifty 50 finished Monday’s session lower at 24182.80, declining by 69.20 points. Financial stocks were the primary drag, while Metal and IT sectors offered some support. This marked a cautious start to the week for Indian equities.
Insolation Energy Secures 9 Solar Projects, Boosting Revenue
Insolation Energy’s subsidiary wins 9 solar projects from MSEDCL, totaling 99 MW AC, projecting significant annual revenue and long-term growth.
Ratnamani Metals Secures $286M Export Orders for Spools
Ratnamani Metals & Tubes’ subsidiary lands $286M export orders for Spools/Hangers, with completion over 2-3 years. Learn more about this significant business win.
HDFC MF Launches Gold Silver Passive FOF: NFO Aug 24
HDFC Mutual Fund introduces the HDFC Gold Silver Passive FOF, an open-ended scheme investing in Gold & Silver ETFs. NFO opens Aug 24, 2026.
Gemini Edibles & MP Steel File IPO DRHPs with SEBI
Gemini Edibles & Fats and MP Steel India have filed Draft Red Herring Prospectuses (DRHPs) with SEBI for upcoming IPOs on NSE and BSE. Learn more.
India Market: FPI Pessimism Unwarranted Amidst Domestic Strength
Despite FPI pessimism, India’s stock market shows robust domestic investment and entrepreneurial growth, particularly in smaller companies. Explore the reality.
Shiprocket IPO Raises ₹1,617 Cr, Oversubscribed 99x
Shiprocket’s IPO successfully garnered ₹1,617.48 crore, achieving an exceptional 99.38x subscription rate, highlighting strong investor confidence.
India Lifts Wheat Flour Export Ban: Policy Shift to ‘Free’
India revises wheat flour export policy, moving Atta, Maida, and Samolina from ‘prohibited’ to ‘free’ to balance domestic supply and global trade.
Blue Cloud Softech Shares Jump 3.62% on $150M SpaceX Deal
Blue Cloud Softech Solutions stock rises 3.62% after commencing services under a $150M Master Services Agreement with SpaceX International for AI, cybersecurity, telecom, and data center solutions.
Gemini Edibles & Fats IPO: 4.11 Crore Shares Offered for Sale
Gemini Edibles & Fats India files draft IPO papers with SEBI, proposing an offer-for-sale of up to 4.11 crore equity shares. No fresh capital will be raised.
Indian Bond Yields Rise on Oil Price Fears
Indian bond yields climbed Monday, influenced by oil price uncertainty and global factors like rising U.S. debt and expanded repurchase programs.
Lalithaa Jewellery IPO Debuts 32% Higher; Symbiotec Opens
Lalithaa Jewellery Mart’s IPO lists at a strong 32% premium on NSE, opening at Rs 265. Symbiotec Pharmalab IPO opens, Horizon Industrial Parks sees muted debut.
LT Foods, KRBL Shares Soar on Robust Export Demand
LT Foods and KRBL shares surged on August 24, 2026, driven by strong basmati rice export demand and positive market outlook. LT Foods hit a 52-week high.
Indian Stocks Slip: PSU Banks Drag Down Sensex, Nifty
Indian equity benchmarks reversed early gains on Aug 24, 2026, as PSU bank shares tumbled. Sensex fell 0.20%, Nifty 0.21%, despite broader market resilience.
TCS, HCLTech Deny Data Breaches Amid Cyber Alert
TCS and HCLTech confirm no system breaches after investigating employee data reports. IT sector intensifies focus on identity security following CERT-In alert.
TVS SCS & Sankyu Ink Supply Chain Alliance for India & Asia
TVS Supply Chain Solutions partners with Japan’s Sankyu Inc. via MoU and equity stake to boost manufacturing sector presence in India and expand across Asia.
RBI Rate Hike Uncertainty: Conflicting Signals Cloud Outlook
Conflicting signals from RBI’s MPC and Governor Malhotra create uncertainty for India’s future rate hikes. Explore the divergence and its market impact.
GACM Technologies Raises Rs 49.50 Cr from Global Investors via QIP
GACM Technologies successfully raises Rs 49.50 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP), attracting significant investment from overseas institutional investors.
LIC IPO Underperforms: Shares Still Below Issue Price Post-Bonus
LIC’s 2022 IPO disappointed investors. Shares remain below issue price, even after a bonus, highlighting valuation and market challenges.
Priority Jewels IPO: Rs 91.5 Cr Raise Opens Aug 28
Priority Jewels launches IPO on August 28, 2026, to raise Rs 91.5 crore. Funds to repay loans, boosting financial health. Details inside.
India’s Oligopoly: Aviation Sector & Market Concentration Concerns
India’s Finance Ministry flags aviation sector’s oligopolistic nature, prompting analysis of market concentration across industries using HHI.
Meme Millionaire: Rs 1.6 Cr at 25? Your Next Money Move
A 25-year-old built Rs 1.6 Cr from memes & Instagram. See his diverse portfolio & get inspiration for your next money move.
Bank Locker Thefts: RBI Rules Under Fire
Gold jewellery thefts from bank lockers in Mumbai & Kanpur raise security concerns. RBI’s compensation limits are under scrutiny.
Gold Price Correction: A Strategic Reset, Not Collapse – Vallum Capital
Vallum Capital views gold’s price dip as a strategic reset, not a collapse. They advise accumulating gold and silver amid shifting yields and central bank buying.
Market Highlights: Nifty 50 Trades Lower as Key Indices See Mid-Session Declines | 24 Aug 2026, 02:00 PM IST
The Nifty 50 is trading at 24165.20, down 87 points, while Nifty Bank also sees declines. Midcap remains flat as broader markets show mixed sentiment.
Annu Projects IPO: Price Band Set for August 2026 Debut
Annu Projects announces its 100% book-building IPO, with shares priced Rs 94-99. Opens August 25, 2026, for debut on BSE & NSE. Infrastructure company.
Tempsens Instruments IPO: GMP Surges Over 106%
Tempsens Instruments IPO closes strong with over 106% Grey Market Premium (GMP). Explore subscription details and potential listing gains.
India Equity Market Hits Record $10B Deals in August
India’s equity market achieved a record-breaking August, pricing nearly $10 billion in deals, boosted by strong liquidity and investor confidence in new listings.
Hy-Tech Engineers Leads IPO Gainers at 47.17%
Hy-Tech Engineers leads mainboard IPOs with a 47.17% implied listing gain, offering a potential Rs 7,075 profit per lot. Other IPOs include Symbiotec Pharmalab and Skyways Air.
Indian Banks’ Decade-Best Health: Low NPAs, Strong Buffers
Indian banks achieve decade-best financial health with near-historic low NPAs and robust capital buffers, signaling a resilient and recovering sector.