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On October 21, 2026, India's Sensex and Nifty indices erased early gains and dropped nearly 1% due to selling in defence stocks, high crude oil prices, and foreign investor outflows. Key stocks like Reliance Industries and LTTS showed notable movements during the trading session.
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Vishal Mega Mart's Q2 revenue increased 14% year-on-year to ₹3,398 crore, with net profit up 6.7%. However, margins declined, and shares hit a 52-week low. The apparel segment's revenue share fell, while general merchandise and FMCG grew.
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Learn how to check the Sahajanand Medical Technologies IPO allotment status online on NSE, BSE, and MUFG Intime India. Discover the IPO subscription details, allotment date, and listing schedule for this ₹475.48 crore offer for sale by existing shareholders.
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The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) invites institutions to submit proposals for Centres for Advanced Research in assistive technology. Funding up to Rs 15 crore per project is available to support multidisciplinary teams working on healthcare and biomedical engineering innovations.
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Check the latest 24K, 22K gold and silver prices across 10 major Indian cities on October 21, 2026. Learn key factors to consider before buying gold and silver ahead of Dhanteras and Diwali festivals.
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L&T Technology Services shares rose 15% after reporting a 66% increase in net profit for Q2, reaching ₹548 crore. The company’s revenue grew 12% year-on-year to ₹3,040 crore. Trading volumes surged significantly, reflecting strong investor interest amid mixed market conditions.
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OpenAI has acquired Orchestra Bio to integrate its platform with OpenAI's Rosalind, aiming to accelerate drug discovery and development using AI tools for biological research, experiment planning, and data analysis.
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Jio Platforms IPO became the fastest mega IPO to be fully subscribed within two hours, raising ₹30,213 crore. It will rank among India's top companies by market capitalization and marks several historic milestones in the Indian stock market.
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Indian IT stocks like Infosys, Wipro, and TCS gained sharply due to strong Q2 FY27 earnings, healthy deal wins, and growing AI services. The Nifty IT index rose 2.6% despite overall market weakness, driven by optimism about AI adoption and strategic partnerships.
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The Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission has released the TNPSC Group 2 hall ticket 2026. Candidates can download their admit cards for the preliminary exam scheduled on November 1, 2026, from official websites using their registration details.
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Bajaj Finance reported a 29% year-on-year rise in net profit for Q2 FY27 amid margin pressures. Analysts expect the company to manage challenges through growth strategies and capital raises, maintaining strong asset quality and earnings potential.
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Eternal, parent of Zomato and Blinkit, is expected to report a 60%+ revenue increase and a sharp rise in net profit for Q2FY27, driven by market share gains and Blinkit's store expansion. Investors will watch key business metrics and management outlook closely.
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IISER Pune invites applications for PhD programmes starting January 2027. Apply by October 25 if you have a relevant science or mathematics degree. Selection includes a written test, interview, and offers fellowships including PMRF.
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Zetwerk Manufacturing Business IPO, valued at ₹5,012.33 crore, includes fresh shares and an offer-for-sale. Learn how to check allotment status online and find out the listing date and time on NSE and BSE.
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Drug use is rising in Chennai government schools, with students using and selling drugs on campus. Teachers notice signs but often do not report. The Tamil Nadu government has launched campaigns to combat this issue, while families and NGOs seek rehabilitation options.
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The Ayush Admissions Central Counselling Committee (AACCC) has released the AIAPGET 2026 counselling schedule. Round 1 registration starts October 26, with seat allotment results on November 3. The process includes three counselling rounds and two stray vacancy rounds for AYUSH PG admissions.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India's ability to refine Venezuelan heavy crude oil and plans to discuss energy cooperation opportunities with Reliance Industries during his visit to their Jamnagar facility.
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L&T Technology Services shares surged 14.7% following strong Q2 earnings, with a 66% profit increase and significant AI-related deal wins. The company expects continued revenue growth and healthy margins.
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