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Tonbo Imaging India’s IPO, valued at ₹852.18 crore, includes an offer for sale of 1.22 crore shares. Major investors like Amansa Investments and SBI Mutual Fund have invested ₹413 crore ahead of the IPO, which opens on October 15, 2026.
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Nifty50 crossed 22,500 points with Sensex rising 592 points in midday trading on October 13, 2026. IT and FMCG sectors led the rally, supported by robust quarterly earnings from HCL Tech and TCS. Key stocks like Puravankara and Bandhan Bank showed notable movements.
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The Tamil Nadu Teacher Eligibility Test (TN TET) 2026 results are out. Over 2 lakh candidates appeared, with 80.8% passing Paper 1 and 38.3% passing Paper 2. Check details on the official TRB website.
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The Sensex rose more than 650 points and the Nifty50 crossed 22,500 after the IMF increased India's 2026 growth forecast to 7%. Positive market sentiment was supported by a stronger rupee and robust corporate earnings in the IT sector.
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The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has postponed the introduction of the merchant discount rate (MDR) on select Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions until after Diwali. This delay means most consumers will not be affected immediately by the new charges.
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Paytm shares dropped 7% on October 13 after the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) postponed the implementation of the 0.4% UPI Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) fees until after Diwali 2026 due to the festive season.
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UK universities are withdrawing admission offers to Indian students due to rising student visa refusals. New government rules require visa refusal rates to stay below 5%, prompting universities to limit international admissions to maintain their recruitment licenses.
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Vikran Engineering shares jumped 15% after its subsidiary secured a ₹2,941 crore loan from IREDA to fund a 969 MW solar project in Maharashtra. This loan supports a ₹4,202 crore project, boosting EPC orders worth ₹3,518 crore and marking a key milestone for the company.
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A Maharashtra government committee investigates alleged paper leaks and irregularities in MPSC exams, examining the tenure of current and former chairpersons and members to ensure transparency and accountability.
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Jio Platforms Ltd is set to launch its initial public offering this month, aiming to raise around ₹37,700 crore by issuing 27 crore fresh shares. This article explores the company's strengths and risks based on its draft red herring prospectus.
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IIM Lucknow secured 100% placements for its 2026-28 PGP and PGP-ABM batches, with over 600 job offers on day one. Highest stipend reached Rs 3.5 lakh per month, median Rs 1.75 lakh, and average Rs 1.5 lakh per month. Top recruiters included Google, Godrej, and more.
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Kalpataru Projects International secured new orders worth ₹2,031 crore in power transmission and distribution across India and international markets, marking strong growth in fiscal year 2027. The company also reported a 45.85% rise in net profit for Q1 2026–27.
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In 2026, several stocks like Sterlite Technologies, Welspun Corp, and Aditya Infotech surged over 150% despite a market sell-off. Factors such as niche business operations, large order books, and financial turnarounds helped these companies outperform the broader market.
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IIT BHU has created a nine-member committee to conduct urine-based drug tests for newly admitted BTech and MTech students, following guidelines from the Ministry of Education. The panel includes faculty and medical experts and is led by the dean of student affairs.
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The GATE 2027 application correction window opens on October 14 and closes on October 21, 2026. Candidates can edit permitted details like exam city and paper via GOAPS. Check correction fees and complete changes before the deadline to avoid issues.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that India aims to grow alongside the world, not at others' expense. He highlighted India's strengths in affordable medicines, digital infrastructure, vaccine manufacturing, skilled talent, and a thriving startup ecosystem during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum.
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Vedanta and TCS have set October 14 as the dividend record date. Investors must buy shares by this date to receive payouts. TCS also reported strong Q2 FY27 financial results, highlighting growth in AI revenue and new client partnerships.
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Indian IT stocks, including HCLTech, TCS, and Infosys, surged with the NIFTY IT index rising over 3% following resilient Q2 FY27 results. Analysts noted strong AI revenue momentum and healthy deal wins despite concerns about organic growth and valuations.
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