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Stocks to Watch on Feb 23, 2026: NCC, IDFC First Bank, Bharti Airtel, Allcargo Terminals and Others

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 23 Feb 2026, 1:55 pm IST
Infrastructure, banking, telecom and logistics stocks are expected to remain in focus today amid legal developments, corporate announcements, and operational updates.
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In the previous trading session, benchmark indices showed mixed movement as investors remained cautious amid global market cues and ongoing corporate developments. 

Market participants continued to track company-specific news flow, including regulatory actions, business updates and operational performance indicators.

NCC Ltd

NCC informed exchanges that it has filed a writ petition before the Delhi High Court challenging a debarment order issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The court has directed that the NHAI order will remain suspended until March 10, providing interim relief to the company.

Highway Infra

Highway Infra has secured a contract valued at ₹154.59 crore from NHAI for operating a toll plaza located in Gujarat, strengthening its presence in road infrastructure operations.

IDFC First Bank Ltd

IDFC First Bank disclosed the detection of a fraud amounting to ₹590 crore at its Chandigarh branch involving accounts linked to government entities. The bank has suspended four employees in connection with the matter, initiated a forensic audit and confirmed that law enforcement authorities are conducting an investigation.

Bharti Airtel Ltd

Bharti Airtel announced the launch of an AI and Cyber Threat Research Centre in India through a partnership with cloud security company Zscaler. The initiative aims to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities and enhance threat intelligence amid rising digital risks.

Allcargo Terminals Ltd

Allcargo Terminals reported an 8% year-on-year increase in total cargo volumes for January 2026, reflecting steady operational growth supported by improved logistics activity and trade movement.

Read More: India’s Forex Reserves Rise by $8.66 Billion to Reach Record $725.7 Billion.

Conclusion

Corporate developments including legal proceedings, fraud investigations, strategic technology partnerships and operational performance updates are likely to drive stock-specific action in today’s session.

Investors may continue to focus on announcements that provide visibility on business stability and growth outlook.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation or investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.

Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Feb 23, 2026, 8:24 AM IST

Neha Dubey

Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.

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