Current Affairs

Sensex Surges Over 500 Points Led by Auto and IT Shares

The Sensex climbed more than 500 points on July 16, driven by strong gains in auto and IT sectors, while the Nifty50 index surpassed 24,200 amid mixed global market trends.

Reliance Industries Reports Q1 Earnings for Fiscal 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd announced its financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2026, highlighting key performance metrics across its businesses including retail and Jio.

Gold Prices Drop Again on July 17 Amid Global Tensions

Gold prices fell for a second day on July 17, with 24 carat gold dropping ₹760 per 10 grams as US-Iran tensions push oil prices higher, raising inflation concerns.

SBI Funds Management IPO Allotment Status Released July 17

The allotment results for SBI Funds Management's IPO will be published on July 17. Investors can check their status on NSE, BSE, and KFin Technologies websites.

Maruti Suzuki to Contest Raipur Court Order on E20 Car Replacement

Maruti Suzuki plans to challenge a Raipur consumer court ruling that ordered the company to replace a customer's vehicle over E20 fuel compatibility issues and awarded compensation.

Jio Financial Shares Rise 6% After Q1 Profit Doubles

Jio Financial Services shares jumped 6% following a strong Q1 report showing profits doubling and revenues tripling, signaling robust growth for the NBFC firm.

NEET UG 2026 Sees More Absentees, Fewer Qualifiers, Higher Cut-Offs

NEET UG 2026 results reveal a sharp rise in absentees and a drop in qualifiers despite steady registrations. Cut-off scores increased across categories, with OBC candidates leading qualifiers.

Reliance Q1 Revenue Expected to Rise Over 20% Year-on-Year

Reliance Industries is set to report strong June quarter results with revenue growth driven by its oil-to-chemicals and telecom sectors. Analysts anticipate improved earnings and steady telecom expansion.

Reliance Industries and Others Report Q1 Earnings July 17

About 30 companies, including Reliance Industries, JSW Steel, and Federal Bank, will announce their Q1 FY27 earnings on July 17, revealing key financial updates for the April-June quarter.

CRISIL Upgrades Vedanta Oil and Gas Credit Rating to AA+

CRISIL has raised Vedanta Oil and Gas’ long-term credit rating to AA+ with a stable outlook after Vedanta Ltd.'s business demerger, reflecting stronger financial health and clearer group support.

SBI Funds Management IPO Allotment and Listing Details

SBI Funds Management IPO, priced between ₹545 and ₹574, raised ₹9,812.91 crore through an offer for sale. The allotment status will be finalized on July 17, with shares listing on NSE and BSE on July 21.

IGNOU Extends July 2026 Admissions Deadline to July 31

IGNOU has extended the registration deadline for July 2026 admissions to July 31. The university also released the June Term End Practical Exam schedule for various programmes.

Key Stock Updates: Jio Finance, CEAT, Wipro, Tech Mahindra

Several major companies including Jio Financial Services, CEAT, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra released their quarterly results, showing mixed performances and strategic moves in July 2026.

Dow Jones and Nasdaq Fall as Chip Stocks Slide

US stock indexes dropped with chip stocks leading losses after TSMC raised capital spending. Alphabet shares fell over 4%, while Nvidia and Amazon also declined.

Waaree Energies Launches Advanced 5.15 GWh Battery Facility

Waaree Energies’ subsidiary has started a 5.15 GWh Battery Energy Storage System manufacturing plant, boosting India’s clean energy storage capabilities with cutting-edge technology.

What to Do If Income Tax Refund Is Delayed Nearly a Year

If your income tax refund hasn’t arrived even after almost a year, here’s what you need to check and how to raise a grievance to resolve the issue.

Re-NEET UG 2026 Results Announced; 11.21 Lakh Qualify

The National Testing Agency has declared the Re-NEET UG 2026 results, with over 11 lakh candidates qualifying. The exam was held on June 21 after the original test was canceled.

Kerala Plus One Result 2026 Released Tomorrow

Kerala DHSE will announce the Plus One (Class 11) exam results on July 17, 2026. Students can check scores for all streams on official websites using registration details.

DST Confirms INSPIRE-SHE Scholarship Is Being Redesigned

The Department of Science and Technology clarifies that the INSPIRE-SHE scholarship scheme is not scrapped but undergoing redesign, causing a delay in the 2025 notification.

PC Jeweller Plans ₹1,000 Crore Fundraise via QIP

PC Jeweller aims to raise up to ₹1,000 crore through a Qualified Institutions Placement, increasing its authorised share capital to support growth and debt reduction efforts.