The government, the largest shareholder in the company, currently holds 96.50% stake in it accounting for 6,10,36,22,781 shares out of 6,32,49,97,701 fully paid up equity shares.

The company anticipates order inflow of around Rs 70,000 crore over the next two years compared with the previous forecast of Rs 50,000 crore. The revised outlook reflects a new order prospect of Rs 30,000 crore for the Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile (QRSAM) from the Army and Air Force, expected to materialize in the next fiscal year.

​Adani Energy Solutions Ltd, formerly Adani Transmission Ltd, will raise up to Rs 12,500 crore through qualified institutional placement (QIP) or other permissible mode, the company said in a regulatory filing on Monday.

Nifty's journey from 22,000 to 23,000 took only seven months. During this up move, Bajaj Auto, Coal India, BPCL, Hero MotoCorp, Mahindra, and Mahindra, among others advanced between 65 and 85%. However, not all stocks gained. HDFC Life Insurance, LTIMindTree, and Asian Paints led the loser's list during the seven-month period: (Source: Prabhudas Lilladher)

​ Sebi on Monday came out with a standard operating procedure (SOP) asking stock exchanges having commodity derivatives segment to inform about trading disruptions within 15 minutes of such occurrences and extending the trading time by 30 minutes in certain outage conditions.

Sensex scaled the 76,000 level for the first time while Nifty hit a new lifetime peak before closing marginally down on Monday as investors booked profits at record levels amid high volatility ahead of the results of Lok Sabha polls. The 30-share BSE Sensex closed lower by 19.89 points or 0.03% at 75,390.50. Broader Nifty of the NSE declined by 24.65 points or 0.11% to end at 22,932.45. "The near-term outlook remains positive, with the index staying above the crucial moving averages. Support lies at 22,900, below which the index might slip towards 22,800. On the higher end, bears are active around 23,000-23,050. A decisive move above 23,050 might trigger a stronger rally towards higher levels," said Rupak De of LKP Securities.

BofA Securities India’ term sheet revealed that the floor price has been fixed at Rs 3,550 apiece — a 10.2% discount to Monday's closing price of Rs 3,956. The sale at the floor price could fetch the parent company around Rs 1,775 crore or $213 million.

Vedanta is working with advisers including Axis Bank Ltd. subsidiary Axis Capital and Citigroup Inc. on the offering, the people said.

453 companies, including IRCTC and Aditya Birla Fashion, are set to declare Q4 results. Most companies report profits, boosting Nifty and Sensex to new highs. Market bullish ahead of Lok Sabha elections.

An analysis of Nifty put options reveals a concentration of Open Interest (OI) at the 22,700 level, implying potential support at this level. On the call side, significant OI concentrations are observed at the 23,200 and 23,500 levels.

A 53-year-old man from Pune and his brother fell victim to an online trading scam, resulting in a loss of Rs 2.45 crore. The scam initiated through the instant messaging platform WhatsApp, where the victims were enticed with promises of substantial profits from online trading.

Short covering refers to the buying of shares in order to close an existing short position or a position that has been sold. Short covering signals a shift in view on security from extreme bearishness to bullishness. In Monday's trading session, five stocks saw top short covering. Here's the list:

In its filing to the exchanges, the company said that the fundraising exercise will be subject to the receipt of the necessary approvals at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled on June 25, 2024.

Sensex, Nifty closed marginally lower. Uncertainty over the results of the ongoing general elections put volatility at a high with VIX surging almost 90% in the last one month, including climbing 6.8% on the day. The broader NSE Nifty dropped 25 points or 0.11% to end at 22,932. Wipro, NTPC, Sun Pharma, M&M, ITC, and Reliance Industries were the top Sensex laggards, falling up to 2.3%.

IiAS does not see any substantial value unlocking for ITC’s hotel business and thus recommends shareholders to vote against the proposed demerger of the business. The advisory firm called it a lack of clarity on the part of the board of directors on the plan for the 40% holding in the hotels business.

In Monday's trading session, stocks like BHEL, Zydus Life, NMDC, ABFRL, and Naukri witnessed a build-up of fresh short positions due to a decline in stock prices and an increase in open interest, signaling a short build-up.

Many times the word, defensive stocks is used on the street. Most of the time it is FMCG, pharma and others which are referred to as defensive stocks. The reason being that the demand for these companies is steady and is not impacted much even when there is any slowdown in an economy. The question is in an economy which is growing faster and new areas of consumption are coming up every second day, where the demand from being seasonal and cyclical has reached a stage where in all economic conditions it stays above single digit, shouldn't those also be considered as defensive and valued accordingly. Probably the Indian economy has reached a stage where the demand for tiles, ceramic and home building products, ex-cement has reached a level where in worst cases it will not go below a point.

In the March 2024 quarter, all-India average cement price fell by 5.1% year-on-year to Rs359 per 50 kg amid weak demand across regions. As a result, cement firms focused more on sales volume. Sales volume of large cement companies grew by 7-22% during the quarter from the year ago. The top four companies including UltraTech Cement, ACC, Ambuja Cements, and Shree Cement command over 55% of the market share.

Sensex, Nifty closed marginally lower. Uncertainty over the results of the ongoing general elections put volatility at a high with VIX surging almost 90% in the last one month, including climbing 6.8% on the day. The broader NSE Nifty dropped 25 points or 0.11% to end at 22,932.

​ European stocks were subdued on Monday, with several major markets closed and investors taking a cautious stance ahead of key inflation data from the United States and Europe later this week.

Ashok Leyland shares surged nearly 6% on BSE to a record high after reporting a 20% YoY increase in its Q4 net profit.

Foreign Portfolio Investments (FPI) in India may see a cautious approach until the election results are clear. India's economic performance attracts FPI flows driven by factors like interest rates, inflation, and GDP growth, along with a stable political environment.

Around three equity mutual fund categories have offered more than 25% return in the last three years, according to data by ACE MF. These schemes gave returns ranging between 26 to 44% in the said period.

Shares of Torrent Pharma and Glenmark Pharma surged post Q4 results. Torrent Pharma's net profit jumped 56% YoY while Glenmark Pharma reported increased losses. Motilal Oswal provides target prices for both companies.

Jefferies initiates coverage on GMR Airports with a 'buy' rating and a target price of Rs 100, anticipating a 3 times growth in EBITDA over 5 years. The company's strategic position, growth potential, and real estate monetisation drive optimism.

In Monday's trading session on the BSE, shares of state-run Cochin Shipyard soared 10% to reach a new all-time high of Rs 2100. This surge followed the company's announcement of a substantial increase in its consolidated net profit to Rs 258.88 crore for the March 2024 quarter, driven by higher income. In comparison, the company had reported a profit of Rs 39.33 crore in the corresponding period last year.

In case the ruling BJP fails to retain its single majority but forms a govt with the NDA with a majority (> 272 seats), then the market can be slightly less confident about policy stability as fiscal consolidation could be slower than envisaged. Historically, any underperformance triggered by poll results tends to reverse in the medium to long term, as Street and businesses adapt to new government policies.

Swedish investment group EQT has raised $1.6 billion for its latest fund - BPEA EQT Mid-Market Growth Partnership (MMG Fund), focusing on high-growth mid-market companies across Asia, led by Jean Salata, Chairman of EQT Asia.

Suzlon Energy shares dipped 2% to Rs 45 after a 21% decline in Q4 net profit to Rs 254 crore. The consolidated net profit for 2023-24 fell to Rs 660 crore while total income rose to Rs 2,207.43 crore. Analysts from ICICI Securities and JM Financial are bullish on the stock.

Divi’s Laboratories saw a 5% surge in its shares on the BSE during Monday's trading session, reaching a new 52-week high of Rs 4,335. This rise came as brokerages such as Motilal Oswal and InCred expressed bullish sentiment towards the stock, following the company's impressive performance in Q4, where it reported a 68% year-on-year increase in profits, reaching Rs 538 crore.

In Monday's trading on the BSE, shares of Rail Vikas Nigam (RVNL) surged 8%, reaching a new 52-week high of Rs 399.7. This increase followed the company's success in securing the lowest bid for a project by the Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation (Nagpur Metro).

A short buildup is when there is a rise in open interest and volumes along with a decrease in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment. Short buildup means more people are expecting the prices to go down and creating short positions. In Monday's trading session, five stocks witnessed a build of fresh short positions. Here's the list:

A long buildup occurs when there is an increase in open interest and trading volumes alongside a rise in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment, indicating a bullish trend in the market. In Monday's trading session, five stocks experienced a buildup of fresh long positions. Here's the list:

Suzlon Energy shares dipped 2% to Rs 45 after a 21% decline in Q4 net profit to Rs 254 crore. The consolidated net profit for 2023-24 fell to Rs 660 crore while total income rose to Rs 2,207.43 crore. Analysts from ICICI Securities and JM Financial are bullish on the stock.

Top brokerages have issued bullish recommendations for select stocks. CLSA has maintained an outperform rating on Sun TV, raising the target to Rs 720. InCred has upgraded Divi’s Laboratories to Add. Meanwhile, JPMorgan maintains an overweight rating on Exide Industries, with a target price of Rs 520.

Today, Mitter Infotech, the promoter of gaming and esports company Nazara Technologies, completed an on-market block deal by selling 48.84 lakh shares, equivalent to 6.38% equity, to Plutus Wealth Management.

HDFC Bank investors face uncertainty as FIIs and mutual funds sell off shares, triggered by RBI actions and merger fears, despite optimistic outlook from analysts.

A short buildup is when there is a rise in open interest and volumes along with a decrease in the price of the underlying stock in the Futures and Options segment. Short buildup means more people are expecting the prices to go down and creating short positions. In Monday's trading session, five stocks witnessed a build of fresh short positions. Here's the list:

Indian blue-chip indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, hit new record highs on Monday driven by Tata Steel, Bharti Airtel, JSW Steel, NTPC, HDFC Bank, and Kotak Bank; Wipro, Maruti, M&M, Asian Paints, and Power Grid opened lower. Adani Ports surged 3% after joining Sensex.

The blue-chip Nifty 50 and S&P BSE Sensex rose 2.2% and 2.02% last week, respectively, driven by gains in financials and metal stocks. Meanwhile, numerous analysts have provided their technical perspectives on several stocks, identifying potential gains of up to 20% in the near term. Here's a compilation of 6 tech picks:

Bandhan Bank's stock price resilience and expert recommendations suggest a potential uptrend. Stay informed with insights from AVP - Derivatives Research, Prabhudas Lilladher, and the Economic Times for strategic investment decisions.

Nifty 50 formed its low point in early minutes before moving up. But it finally ended with a loss.

Shares of China Evergrande New Energy Vehicle Group doubled after liquidators agreed to sell a stake in the EV maker.

India recorded its highest temperature of 50C (122F) in Rajasthan on Saturday. The hot spell coincides with the nation’s weekslong elections that’s drawn million of voters to campaign rallies and polling stations.

Asian shares edged higher on Monday as investors awaited a key U.S. inflation report that could impact interest rates. Thin trading was seen ahead of core personal consumption expenditures data, with risks on the downside.

India's six-week long national election, the world's largest, is nearing its conclusion with the final vote count on June 4. Investors are anticipating Prime Minister Narendra Modi's expected third term in office.

"HCC stock is is currently trading above the upper band of a symmetrical triangle formation on the daily chart. Traders can buy for a target of Rs 45 in the short term," says KKunal V. Parar, Vice-President of Technical Research and Algo, Choice Broking.

Economists expect the personal consumption expenditures price index minus food and energy - due on Friday - to rise 0.2% in April. That would mark the smallest advance so far this year for the measure, which provides a better snapshot of underlying inflation.

The bank informed the stock exchange that the financial penalty consists of an immediately payable portion of 5.50 million rand, which the SBI branch in South Africa has already paid. The remaining 4.50 million rand is suspended for 36 months, contingent on compliance within this period.

Torrent Pharmaceuticals consolidated net profit surged 56.45% to Rs 449 crore in Q4 FY24 as compared with Rs 287 crore recorded in Q4 FY23. Revenue from operations rose 10.2% YoY to Rs 2,745 crore in the quarter ended 31 March 2024.