Indian stock markets faced a sharp decline on Monday, April 7, 2025, as a widespread sell-off pulled down major indices for the third straight session. Concerns over economic growth and rising trade tensions between the US and China worsened the situation, leading to heavy losses across sectors. The BSE Sensex tumbled 2,226.79 points (2.95%), closing …
On April 7, 2025, the BSE Sensex was down by 2.95%, closing at 73,137.90, while the Nifty50 fell by 3.24% to 22,161.60. Here are the top gainers and losers for the day: Top Gainers of the Day Symbol LTP (₹) Change (%) HINDUNILVR 2,250.00 0.24 ZOMATO 211 0.22 Hindustan Unilever Hindustan Unilever share price opened at …
Emerging markets faced a heavy blow as the latest round of US tariffs triggered widespread panic across global equities. The MSCI Emerging Markets Index plunged more than 8% in a single session — its worst performance since the 2008 global financial crisis. The selloff was broad-based, with major indices in mainland China, Hong Kong, South …
The announcement of fresh tariffs by former US President Donald Trump on multiple countries has sent ripples across global equity markets. International mutual funds, many of which invest in global equities or track major international indices, witnessed sharp weekly declines—some falling up to 11%. The announcement disrupted investor sentiment and triggered a wave of outflows …
The trading week began on a turbulent note as the Nifty Metal Index plunged nearly 8% by 12:44 PM on Monday, April 7, 2025. During the session, the index touched a fresh 52-week low of 7,690.20, surpassing its earlier low of 7,935.35 recorded on January 13, 2025. This marks the sharpest single-day fall in the metal …
The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for the Automobile and Auto Component Industry—commonly known as the PLI-Auto Scheme—was introduced by the Indian government to encourage domestic manufacturing, innovation, and self-reliance in the automotive sector. With a significant outlay of ₹25,938 crore, this scheme is aimed at enhancing India’s competitiveness in the global automotive landscape, especially …
In the age of artificial intelligence and deepfake technology, ensuring a safe, trusted, and accountable digital space is a pressing concern for nations worldwide. India, with its vast digital footprint, has recognised the risks posed by the misuse of technology and is actively implementing legal and institutional frameworks to counter cyber threats and misinformation. The …
A UPI credit card is an innovation in digital payments that allows users to link their credit cards to a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) application. Traditionally, UPI was used to transfer funds directly from one bank account to another, but this new functionality allows transactions to be charged to a user’s credit card instead of …
In just six weeks after its relaunch, India’s leading streaming service JioHotstar crossed an impressive milestone—100 million subscribers. This remarkable feat has captured the attention of the global streaming industry. As per Variety reports, the platform’s swift rise can be attributed to a smart blend of accessibility, value pricing, and a focus on viewer loyalty. …
In a significant shift, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has amended its regulations to allow registered investment advisers (RIAs) to advertise their past performance. However, there is a catch—this performance must be verified through a newly introduced mechanism known as the Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA). What Has Changed? Until …
