The Indian stock market ended lower on Monday, with both the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty50 dropping over 1%. The Sensex fell by 856.65 points (1.14%), closing at 74,454.41 after trading between 74,907.04 and 74,387.44. Similarly, the Nifty50 declined by 242.55 points (1.06%), finishing at 22,553.35. It reached a high of 22,668.05 and a low …
The Nifty Financial Services Index (FINNIFTY) is designed to reflect the performance of India’s financial sector. It comprises 20 stocks listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), including banks, financial institutions, housing finance, insurance, and other financial services companies. The index is computed using the free float market capitalisation method, meaning its value is derived …
The Nifty Bank Index consists of the most liquid and large Indian banking stocks. It serves as a key benchmark for tracking the capital market performance of Indian banks and is widely used by investors and market participants. The index follows the free float market capitalisation method and comprises a maximum of 12 companies listed …
On Monday, February 24, 2025, the BSE Sensex registered a significant fall in early deals. Trading at 74,525 points as of 10:58 AM, the index slipped below the 75,000 mark with a decline of 1.05%. This downturn is set against a backdrop of fragile global cues that have unsettled investor sentiment. Global Influences and FII …
Recent developments in the US markets have reverberated across global indices. Concerns over softening consumer demand and uncertainty related to tariffs contributed to a sharp sell-off. Notably, US consumer sentiment reached a 15‑month low in February, thereby adding pressure on international investors and influencing market moods worldwide. NSE Performance on Monday, February 24, 2025 The …
India’s online gaming industry has witnessed exponential growth in recent years, driven by increased internet penetration, affordable smartphones, and a rising number of digital payment users. However, this rapid expansion has also brought regulatory challenges, particularly concerning real-money gaming and online gambling. While skill-based gaming, such as fantasy sports, rummy, and poker, has been legally …
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has imposed a penalty of ₹10 lakh on Axis Securities for violating stockbroker rules and other regulatory norms. The penalty must be paid within 45 days, according to SEBI’s order. The regulator highlighted multiple operational lapses, citing issues related to reporting discrepancies, client fund handling, and procedural …
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have continued their heavy selling spree in the Indian equity markets, offloading shares worth ₹23,710 crore in February. This follows a massive net outflow of ₹78,027 crore in January, pushing the total outflows in 2025 past the significant ₹1 lakh crore mark. According to data from depositories, the cumulative FPI outflows …
The Finance Ministry will review public sector banks’ performance and progress of financial inclusion schemes, among others on March 4, as per news reports. Finance Ministry to Assess PSBs’ Growth The Finance Ministry has scheduled a meeting with the heads of public sector banks (PSBs) on March 4 to assess their financial performance and progress …
The Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme has been approved for implementation in Delhi. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the decision after the first Cabinet meeting on February 20. The scheme, which was not previously available in Delhi, will now provide ₹10 lakh health insurance coverage per family, with ₹5 lakh each from the central and …
