Paytm shares have soared over 410 percent from their lowest levels, igniting hopes among investors that t ...More

Paytm shares have soared over 410 percent from their lowest levels, igniting hopes among investors that the stock will soon hit its initial public offering price. Bernstein's increased target price offers a promising outlook, suggesting a strong uptrend following a period of consolidation. The future of this recovery will hinge on key support levels as the market evolves. ...Less

Paytm Share Price: Paytm shares rallied after Bernstein raised its target price to Rs 2,200, implying 52% ...More

Paytm Share Price: Paytm shares rallied after Bernstein raised its target price to Rs 2,200, implying 52% upside, while retaining an Outperform rating. The target is the highest on the Street and the first above Paytm’s Rs 2,150 IPO price, with Bernstein factoring in UPI MDR from FY28. ...Less

Paytm shares rose over 4% following a significant block deal. Early investors Saif Partners and Elevation ...More

Paytm shares rose over 4% following a significant block deal. Early investors Saif Partners and Elevation Capital trimmed their holdings in the fintech firm. This secondary share sale involved approximately 2.3% of Paytm's outstanding equity. The company recently reported strong quarterly earnings with increased net profit. Paytm's board also approved an additional investment into its subsidiary Paytm Money. ...Less

Paytm confirms its app and UPI services are operating without any issues. The company reported its highes ...More

Paytm confirms its app and UPI services are operating without any issues. The company reported its highest quarterly EBITDA in Q1 FY27. Operating revenue increased twenty-eight percent year-over-year to Rs 2,448 crore. EBITDA rose one hundred eighty-two percent year-over-year to a record Rs 203 crore. Profit after tax increased seventy-nine percent year-over-year to Rs 220 crore. ...Less

Three early Paytm investors plan to sell shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore through a block deal at a near ...More

Three early Paytm investors plan to sell shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore through a block deal at a nearly 5% discount. The secondary transaction will not raise funds for the company and includes a 60-day post-sale lock-up for sellers. ...Less

Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's pare ...More

Markets extended gains on Monday, driven by easing oil prices and strong quarterly earnings. Paytm's parent company sees investors selling shares worth up to Rs 2,002 crore. The government will offer shares in LIC to non-retail investors starting Tuesday. Airtel, ONGC, and BSE will announce their first quarter results today. ONGC's petroleum facility will reserve half its capacity for strategic reserves. ...Less

Markets ended lower after Monday’s rally as profit booking, heavyweight weakness and caution over the new ...More

Markets ended lower after Monday’s rally as profit booking, heavyweight weakness and caution over the new closing auction mechanism weighed on sentiment. Analysts recommended buying Deepak Fertilisers and Paytm, citing strong technical setups, bullish momentum and favourable risk-reward for the near term. ...Less

Ola Electric’s auditor has raised a red flag in the company’s Q1 results. This and more in today’s ETtech ...More

Ola Electric’s auditor has raised a red flag in the company’s Q1 results. This and more in today’s ETtech's Top 5. ...Less

India's fintechs are looking beyond their core businesses as growth normalises and investors seek more pr ...More

India's fintechs are looking beyond their core businesses as growth normalises and investors seek more predictable revenue. Groww, Paytm, Pine Labs and Kissht are using networks to add products and reduce exposure to low payment monetisation, market cycles and unsecured credit. ...Less

India's payments law may soon allow merchant discount rates on specific UPI transactions. This change cou ...More

India's payments law may soon allow merchant discount rates on specific UPI transactions. This change could create significant revenue for payment platforms like Paytm and Pine Labs. The proposed amendment focuses on person-to-merchant payments exceeding two thousand rupees. Analysts predict a substantial revenue pool for the payments ecosystem by fiscal year twenty twenty-eight. This move aims to improve profitability for UPI companies facing processing costs. ...Less

Indian stock markets opened muted this week as global worries tempered investor sentiment. Strong first-q ...More

Indian stock markets opened muted this week as global worries tempered investor sentiment. Strong first-quarter earnings provided some support, offsetting geopolitical tensions. Analysts noted softer US jobs data, shifting focus to inflation readings for rate direction. ...Less

PhonePe's revenue grew while its net loss widened significantly in FY26. Paytm's revenue increased and it ...More

PhonePe's revenue grew while its net loss widened significantly in FY26. Paytm's revenue increased and it achieved profitability against a prior year loss. Paytm's cost management and financial services distribution drove its faster monetization. PhonePe's UPI dominance offers distribution but faces monetization challenges. Future growth for PhonePe hinges on operational efficiency and product diversification. ...Less

The Delhi High Court has issued a ruling for the liquidation of Paytm Payments Bank Ltd, following the Re ...More

The Delhi High Court has issued a ruling for the liquidation of Paytm Payments Bank Ltd, following the Reserve Bank of India's decision to annul its banking license due to major concerns regarding management practices and regulatory compliance. An official liquidator will oversee the bank's dissolution, but it is important to note that this action does not impact other Paytm services. ...Less

Paytm Payments Bank Limited is set for closure as per the directive from the Delhi High Court, resulting ...More

Paytm Payments Bank Limited is set for closure as per the directive from the Delhi High Court, resulting from the Reserve Bank of India's earlier cancellation of its banking license. Reasons cited include failure to meet compliance regulations and negative impacts on depositors. Now, with Girikumar M Nair named as the official liquidator, he will step in to lead the bank's liquidation process. ...Less

Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma emphasized the need for more AI champions in India. He stated that artific ...More

Paytm CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma emphasized the need for more AI champions in India. He stated that artificial intelligence is crucial for the nation's future development. Sharma urged greater investment and capability building in emerging technologies. Businesses should focus on creating future technologies instead of existing models. This approach will help build India's long-term economic development and nationhood. ...Less

ITR filing: Paytm users can now file Income Tax Returns directly through the app. This service is availab ...More

ITR filing: Paytm users can now file Income Tax Returns directly through the app. This service is available starting at an affordable price of eleven rupees. The company partnered with ClearTax to offer a quicker online filing process. ...Less

Parliamentary amendments propose restoring merchant discount rates on UPI payments. This move aims to enc ...More

Parliamentary amendments propose restoring merchant discount rates on UPI payments. This move aims to encourage digital transactions by allowing banks to charge fees. The Reserve Bank of India will determine these charges on person-to-merchant payments. Payment platforms could see significant revenue generation from these new charges. This development follows UPI companies' struggles to build profitable payment businesses. ...Less

PCI said small merchants, including kirana stores, should not be charged for accepting UPI payments. Any ...More

PCI said small merchants, including kirana stores, should not be charged for accepting UPI payments. Any merchant service charge would be a commercial arrangement between merchants and payment providers, not a charge on customers. ...Less

Ankit Pandey took an initiative to empower an unemployed individual by supporting his chole bhature ventu ...More

Ankit Pandey took an initiative to empower an unemployed individual by supporting his chole bhature venture. He provided essential startup funds, sourced quality ingredients. Remarkably, sales surged over the first four days, with the business showing potential. This illustrates the promise of self-employment as a viable alternative to conventional job seeking. ...Less

CEO Rahul Ganjoo told ET that while dining will remain District’s biggest category en route to a targeted ...More

CEO Rahul Ganjoo told ET that while dining will remain District’s biggest category en route to a targeted $3 billion net order value (NOV), the retail vertical is growing rapidly and could overtake movies. “Retail is growing really fast… our shopping vertical has real potential, to become one of the bigger ones (categories). I wouldn’t say as big as dining, but I’d almost bet it would become our second-biggest vertical within three years, based on the growth we’re seeing,” Ganjoo said. ...Less

Happy Monday! As core growth cools, India's listed fintechs are diversifying fast and launching new produ ...More

Happy Monday! As core growth cools, India's listed fintechs are diversifying fast and launching new products. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

India has laid the legal groundwork to reintroduce merchant fees on UPI payments through proposed amendme ...More

India has laid the legal groundwork to reintroduce merchant fees on UPI payments through proposed amendments to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. While no decision has been taken, the government is considering charging MDR only on large merchants or high-value transactions, potentially creating a ₹5,000-10,000 crore revenue pool for payment firms. ...Less

Happy Tuesday! Ola’s AI startup Krutrim has conducted another round of layoffs, sources told us. This and ...More

Happy Tuesday! Ola’s AI startup Krutrim has conducted another round of layoffs, sources told us. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Consumers will not face any charges for UPI payments. Most merchant transactions will also remain free of ...More

Consumers will not face any charges for UPI payments. Most merchant transactions will also remain free of cost. Any future charges will apply to limited merchant transactions above a threshold. This move aims to ensure UPI's long-term sustainability and technological advancement. The government stated UPI will remain free for citizens. ...Less

Paytm Founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma sees artificial intelligence as a major opportunity. India can create ...More

Paytm Founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma sees artificial intelligence as a major opportunity. India can create new jobs and economic growth through this technology. Government initiatives like IndiaAI Mission align with this global leadership goal. Sharma urges focus and ambition to protect this AI advantage. India can leverage AI for significant economic and technological progress. ...Less

Sensex rose 152 points to close at 78,581 on Wednesday, with six BSE 100 stocks scaling fresh 52-week hig ...More

Sensex rose 152 points to close at 78,581 on Wednesday, with six BSE 100 stocks scaling fresh 52-week highs. TVS Motor, Paytm, JSW Steel, Samvardhana Motherson, Shriram Finance and Pidilite Industries reflected strong momentum, sustained buying interest and improving investor sentiment. ...Less

India's UPI policies should not be altered due to United States pressure. A think tank advises defending ...More

India's UPI policies should not be altered due to United States pressure. A think tank advises defending competition and policy autonomy for the payments ecosystem. Recent legislation allows charges on UPI and other electronic payment modes. This change follows criticism from the US Trade Representative's report. India should maintain data localization rules for national security and fraud prevention. ...Less

Government proposes changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. This could allow a Merchant Discou ...More

Government proposes changes to the Payment and Settlement Systems Act. This could allow a Merchant Discount Rate on select UPI transactions. Payments above Rs 2,000 to large merchants are a possible focus. This aims to support the payment ecosystem's continued investment and growth. Everyday UPI payments and person-to-person transactions will likely remain free. ...Less

Following the stake sale, Meesho's shares fell nearly 1 per cent on Wednesday to trade at Rs 190.50 apiec ...More

Following the stake sale, Meesho's shares fell nearly 1 per cent on Wednesday to trade at Rs 190.50 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). ...Less

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified merchant discount rates will not affect customers. She stat ...More

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified merchant discount rates will not affect customers. She stated that merchants will bear any charges on digital transactions. A parliamentary bill will empower the government to notify free electronic transactions. A committee will review merchant discount rates after the bill passes. This clarification addresses concerns about increased costs for ordinary people. ...Less

ET was the first to report on July 16 that the government is considering reintroducing MDR for UPI transa ...More

ET was the first to report on July 16 that the government is considering reintroducing MDR for UPI transactions undertaken by large merchants. Sources had told ET that the Centre could set the fee at 5-7 basis points if it is reintroduced. MDR is the fee charged to merchants by banks for accepting digital payments through UPI, debit cards or credit cards. UPI transactions have been exempt from MDR since January 2020 after the government made them free to encourage digital payments. ...Less

Paytm's app enhancements and AI features are attracting new Gen Z customers. The company's UPI payments b ...More

Paytm's app enhancements and AI features are attracting new Gen Z customers. The company's UPI payments business grew over double the industry rate. Consumer UPI Gross Transaction Value increased by forty-five percent year-on-year. Monthly Transacting Users also saw a rise of sixty lakh users. This growth contributed to another profitable quarter for Paytm. ...Less

A consumer commission ordered Paytm to refund a cancelled flight ticket. The airline had already sent the ...More

A consumer commission ordered Paytm to refund a cancelled flight ticket. The airline had already sent the refund amount to Paytm. Paytm failed to ensure the customer received the money. The commission found Paytm liable for deficiency in service. Paytm must now pay the ticket amount, compensation, and costs. ...Less

UPI transactions reached a new high of Rs 29.9 lakh crore in July. The volume of these transactions also ...More

UPI transactions reached a new high of Rs 29.9 lakh crore in July. The volume of these transactions also saw a significant increase during the same month. This growth solidifies UPI's position as India's preferred digital payment method. UPI has expanded its operations to nearly ten international nations. ...Less

Flipkart plans to launch its food delivery service in Bengaluru mid-August. The company is considering re ...More

Flipkart plans to launch its food delivery service in Bengaluru mid-August. The company is considering restaurant commissions of up to eleven percent. These proposed rates are significantly lower than current market offerings. Flipkart will pilot faster and regular delivery options during this initial phase. The service aims to expand to five major metros after learning from the pilot. ...Less

Analyst Sudeep Shah, Vice President and Head of Technical & Derivatives Research at SBI Securities, inter ...More

Analyst Sudeep Shah, Vice President and Head of Technical & Derivatives Research at SBI Securities, interacted with ETMarkets regarding the outlook for the Nifty and bank, as well as an index strategy for the upcoming week ...Less

Paytm shares rose 2.7% after the fintech firm reported a 79% year-on-year jump in Q1 consolidated net pro ...More

Paytm shares rose 2.7% after the fintech firm reported a 79% year-on-year jump in Q1 consolidated net profit to Rs 220 crore. Revenue from operations increased 28% to Rs 2,448 crore, while total income rose 22% to Rs 2,630 crore. Profit before tax climbed to Rs 247 crore, reflecting stronger operating performance both year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter. ...Less

Indian equities rallied sharply as easing oil prices following renewed US-Iran talks boosted sentiment. S ...More

Indian equities rallied sharply as easing oil prices following renewed US-Iran talks boosted sentiment. Sensex gained 544 points and Nifty surged 1.6%, adding nearly Rs 5 lakh crore in market value, while FII inflows, a stronger rupee and upbeat earnings supported optimism. ...Less

.The speed with which Zepto has ramped its national footprint is mindboggling. But with mounting losses, ...More

.The speed with which Zepto has ramped its national footprint is mindboggling. But with mounting losses, half-baked business plans, the speed at which it was trying to IPO would have upended all its gains. There are many tech companies – both in India and abroad – which are perfectly fine being privately owned. Staying private for longer will not delay Zepto value creation but maximise it instead. ...Less

Paytm parent One 97 Communications has shelved its proposed first-ever bonus share issue for now, opting ...More

Paytm parent One 97 Communications has shelved its proposed first-ever bonus share issue for now, opting to focus on business growth and improving profitability to create long-term shareholder value. The decision was taken by the board at its July 20 meeting. ...Less

Paytm's net profit surged seventy-nine percent year-on-year to two hundred twenty crore rupees. The compa ...More

Paytm's net profit surged seventy-nine percent year-on-year to two hundred twenty crore rupees. The company's board decided against a bonus issue at this time. They will continue focusing on compounding growth and profitability for shareholders. This decision aims to enhance long-term shareholder value creation. The company emphasized its commitment to sustained financial performance. ...Less

Founder and chief executive Vijay Shekhar Sharma said some AI products had already started generating a f ...More

Founder and chief executive Vijay Shekhar Sharma said some AI products had already started generating a few lakh rupees in revenue. The company is developing tools for merchant acquisition and servicing, customer engagement, collections and retention, which it plans to offer to small businesses and large enterprises. ...Less

The board discussed the proposal at its meeting on July 20 before deciding not to take it forward “at thi ...More

The board discussed the proposal at its meeting on July 20 before deciding not to take it forward “at this time”, the company said in a stock exchange filing. Paytm may reconsider a bonus issue later. ...Less

Walmart-owned fintech company PhonePe has posted an 11% increase in its operating revenue for fiscal 2026 ...More

Walmart-owned fintech company PhonePe has posted an 11% increase in its operating revenue for fiscal 2026 at Rs 7,920 crore. Its net loss, however surged 62% during the year to Rs 2,792 crore, according to regulatory documents sourced from Tofler. ...Less

Paytm's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) rose 182% year-on-year to ...More

Paytm's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (Ebitda) rose 182% year-on-year to Rs 203 crore during the quarter. "AI applications across our businesses are accelerating in-built operating leverage. Revenue growth is significantly faster than indirect expense growth, supporting further Ebitda margin expansion," the company said in a release. ...Less

Paytm's parent company will announce its first bonus share issue today. This announcement coincides with ...More

Paytm's parent company will announce its first bonus share issue today. This announcement coincides with the release of its Q1 FY27 earnings report. Domestic investors have increased their stake in the fintech platform significantly. The company reported its first full-year profit in FY26. Global brokerages maintain a positive outlook on Paytm's stock performance. ...Less

Happy Tuesday! Skyroot Aerospace’s success may unlock fresh funding for India’s spacetech ecosystem. This ...More

Happy Tuesday! Skyroot Aerospace’s success may unlock fresh funding for India’s spacetech ecosystem. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

ET had first reported in February about Flipkart’s plans to foray into an industry dominated by Eternal-o ...More

ET had first reported in February about Flipkart’s plans to foray into an industry dominated by Eternal-owned Zomato and Swiggy. On Friday, Eternal’s shares were down 2.3% at Rs 280 on the BSE, while Swiggy’s stock was down 3.9% at Rs 251.40. ...Less

Our technical analysts identify select stocks every trading day that may gain momentum even in volatile m ...More

Our technical analysts identify select stocks every trading day that may gain momentum even in volatile markets. Here are the technical calls for today. ...Less

TCS has secured land in Vizag and Pune that could host OpenAI's first data centres in India. This and mor ...More

TCS has secured land in Vizag and Pune that could host OpenAI's first data centres in India. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5. ...Less

Happy Wednesday! Bira 91 maker B9 Beverages founder Ankur Jain has stepped down from the board. This and ...More

Happy Wednesday! Bira 91 maker B9 Beverages founder Ankur Jain has stepped down from the board. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch. ...Less

Seven Indian fintech firms have written to NPCI regarding its UPI Meta protocol. They argue the proposed ...More

Seven Indian fintech firms have written to NPCI regarding its UPI Meta protocol. They argue the proposed framework risks locking customers into a single default payment app. This change could adversely impact competition and innovation within the digital payments ecosystem. The companies request broader consultation before NPCI proceeds with the framework. They believe the current UPI checkout flow does not require such a significant alteration. ...Less

The proposal is yet to be approved and will require the necessary clearances, the company said in a stock ...More

The proposal is yet to be approved and will require the necessary clearances, the company said in a stock exchange filing. Paytm has not disclosed the proposed bonus ratio or record date, which are expected to be decided by the board if it approves the plan. ...Less

Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund leads five-year returns, raising questions about future performance. The fund d ...More

Motilal Oswal Midcap Fund leads five-year returns, raising questions about future performance. The fund delivered strong CAGR, outperforming its benchmark and category average. However, recent valuations suggest a lower scope for similar past returns. Experts advise diversified equity fund investments to mitigate concentration risk. Investors can consider SIPs for rupee cost averaging during market fluctuations. ...Less

Paytm parent One97 Communications will consider its first-ever bonus share issue alongside its June-quart ...More

Paytm parent One97 Communications will consider its first-ever bonus share issue alongside its June-quarter results on July 20. The proposal comes after the company reported its first full-year profit in FY26 and amid rising domestic institutional ownership, with mutual funds and insurers increasing their stakes in the fintech major. ...Less

Paytm's domestic ownership rose to 51.6 percent in the June quarter. This increase reinforces its status ...More

Paytm's domestic ownership rose to 51.6 percent in the June quarter. This increase reinforces its status as an Indian-Owned and Controlled Company. Domestic institutional investors, especially mutual funds, significantly boosted their holdings. The company reported its first full-year profit in FY26. Global brokerages maintain positive outlooks on Paytm's improving fundamentals. ...Less

Samir Arora-backed Helios Mid Cap Fund added Groww parent Billionbrains Garage Ventures and four other st ...More

Samir Arora-backed Helios Mid Cap Fund added Groww parent Billionbrains Garage Ventures and four other stocks to its June portfolio, while raising exposure to Paytm and 29 other companies. The fund exited five stocks, trimmed its stake in Black Box and retained holdings in 32 stocks unchanged. ...Less

Aastha Spintex will consider a 1:1 bonus issue, a final FY26 dividend of up to Rs 10 per share, and texti ...More

Aastha Spintex will consider a 1:1 bonus issue, a final FY26 dividend of up to Rs 10 per share, and textile expansion plans on July 23. Despite shares falling over 22% below the IPO price, the company aims to strengthen long-term growth through forward integration. ...Less

The Q1 FY27 earnings season gathers momentum this week, with 256 companies scheduled to announce their Ap ...More

The Q1 FY27 earnings season gathers momentum this week, with 256 companies scheduled to announce their April-June quarter results. Key names include Infosys, Eternal, Bajaj Auto, UltraTech Cement, Nestlé India, Adani Power, Paytm and TVS Motor. Investors will closely track corporate earnings and management commentary for cues on business performance, demand trends and the broader market outlook. ...Less

Companies often pressure employees into resigning to avoid legal obligations. As per a HC advocate, a for ...More

Companies often pressure employees into resigning to avoid legal obligations. As per a HC advocate, a forced resignation under threat is not legally valid under Indian contract law. Such tactics can expose managers to criminal intimidation charges under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Employees should request time to review documents and document any coercion. ...Less

Indian markets extended losses as large-cap weakness outweighed gains in broader indices despite easing o ...More

Indian markets extended losses as large-cap weakness outweighed gains in broader indices despite easing oil prices. Analysts expect earnings, geopolitical developments and crude prices to guide sentiment, with Nifty seen consolidating between 23,800 and 24,350 while midcaps continue to outperform. ...Less

SBI Funds Management is set to debut on the stock market on Tuesday, with an estimated 18% listing gain b ...More

SBI Funds Management is set to debut on the stock market on Tuesday, with an estimated 18% listing gain based on the current grey market premium. While its blockbuster subscription has raised expectations, history shows billion-dollar IPOs have delivered mixed outcomes. Winners like Eternal and ICICI Prudential AMC contrast with weak debuts by LIC, Paytm and Hyundai Motor India. ...Less

Bitcoin recovered towards $64,000 after an AI-driven selloff pushed the cryptocurrency below the $63,000 ...More

Bitcoin recovered towards $64,000 after an AI-driven selloff pushed the cryptocurrency below the $63,000 mark. Experts said risk-off sentiment weighed on crypto markets, though softer US inflation data helped revive investor confidence. Analysts highlighted key technical levels and cautioned that the broader downtrend remains intact. ...Less

Indian equities ended subdued on weekly expiry as investors weighed Iran-US tensions, firm crude prices a ...More

Indian equities ended subdued on weekly expiry as investors weighed Iran-US tensions, firm crude prices and rupee weakness. Analysts expect Q1 earnings to drive stock-specific action, while Nifty remains in a consolidation phase with key support near 24,000 and resistance around 24,300. ...Less

Dalal Street ended the week on a strong note, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining over 1% on Friday. Invest ...More

Dalal Street ended the week on a strong note, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining over 1% on Friday. Investors will track six key market triggers this week, including the peak of the Q1 earnings season, the escalating Iran-US conflict, surging crude oil prices, the global tech selloff, rupee movement and FII flows. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic on market sentiment. ...Less

Helios Flexi Cap Fund added Groww's parent company and five other stocks in June. The fund also increased ...More

Helios Flexi Cap Fund added Groww's parent company and five other stocks in June. The fund also increased its stake in HDFC Bank and 14 other companies. It reduced exposure in Bharti Airtel and two other selected stocks. Helios Flexi Cap Fund completely exited five companies during the month. The fund's portfolio held sixty-eight stocks by the end of June. ...Less

Sensex gained a mere 1 point to end at around 77,187, and Nifty 50 dropped around 6 points to close at ne ...More

Sensex gained a mere 1 point to end at around 77,187, and Nifty 50 dropped around 6 points to close at nearly 24,073 on Thursday. Broader markets slipped into the red, with Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 indices closing up to 0.4% lower. ...Less

The Sensex gained 130 points on Wednesday, while five BSE 200 stocks—Paytm, Divi's Laboratories, Torrent ...More

The Sensex gained 130 points on Wednesday, while five BSE 200 stocks—Paytm, Divi's Laboratories, Torrent Pharmaceuticals, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries and Apollo Hospitals—hit fresh 52-week highs, reflecting strong buying interest, improving sentiment and sustained bullish momentum. ...Less

Indian stock markets showed resilience on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining slightly. Geopolitical ...More

Indian stock markets showed resilience on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty gaining slightly. Geopolitical worries from the Middle East conflict did not significantly impact trading. IT stocks led the gains, while some banking shares experienced minor declines. The Indian Rupee remained stable against the US dollar, with oil prices showing muted movement. Analysts anticipate a narrow trading band for the market with a positive bias. ...Less

Indian equities ended marginally higher after surrendering most intraday gains amid volatile trading. Geo ...More

Indian equities ended marginally higher after surrendering most intraday gains amid volatile trading. Geopolitical tensions, elevated crude prices and rupee weakness kept sentiment cautious, while analysts expect Q1 earnings and key US economic cues to drive near-term market direction. ...Less

Five NSE F&O stocks, including CDSL, Biocon and Paytm, witnessed over 6% growth in futures open interest ...More

Five NSE F&O stocks, including CDSL, Biocon and Paytm, witnessed over 6% growth in futures open interest on July 10, signalling fresh positioning and heightened trader participation. ...Less

Through its ninth India fund, Elevation will back early-stage startups building AI-led businesses tacklin ...More

Through its ninth India fund, Elevation will back early-stage startups building AI-led businesses tackling India's large, operationally complex challenges in healthcare, education, and financial services. It will also invest in global AI software companies being built from India, alongside deeptech startups in areas such as space, defence, robotics, energy, and precision manufacturing. ...Less

Seven BSE 200 stocks, including Paytm, Nykaa, Oracle Financial Services and JSW Infrastructure, hit fresh ...More

Seven BSE 200 stocks, including Paytm, Nykaa, Oracle Financial Services and JSW Infrastructure, hit fresh 52-week highs despite a subdued market. The milestone reflects strong investor confidence, sustained buying interest and continued upward momentum in these counters. ...Less

The stock market witnessed a strong intraday recovery from the day’s lows, ending with modest gains amid ...More

The stock market witnessed a strong intraday recovery from the day’s lows, ending with modest gains amid a positive underlying sentiment supported by encouraging IT business updates and attractive valuations, said Vinod Nair, Head of Research of Geojit Investments. ...Less

Paytm's European arm, Paytm Europe Payments, has secured a crucial payment institution license from Luxem ...More

Paytm's European arm, Paytm Europe Payments, has secured a crucial payment institution license from Luxembourg's financial regulator, effective July 2, 2026. This approval allows the company to offer a range of payment services, including fund transfers and credit line-backed transactions. The move follows a significant investment by its parent company, One 97 Communications, to bolster the European entity's capital and support its business expansion. ...Less

Helios Capital Management is investing in Adani Enterprises, seeing potential in India's overlooked marke ...More

Helios Capital Management is investing in Adani Enterprises, seeing potential in India's overlooked market. The asset manager bought shares, citing Adani's improving legal standing and business ventures. Adani plans significant investments in data centers and digital expansion, leveraging its energy assets. This move positions Adani as a proxy for India's artificial intelligence ambitions. Helios also sees receding headwinds for India's broader economic outlook. ...Less

One of the early movers in the payments processing business, targeting small business and merchants, PayU ...More

One of the early movers in the payments processing business, targeting small business and merchants, PayU has grown into a larger fintech firm by growing through the acquisition route. It entered the credit business by acquiring Mumbai-based fintech startup PaySense in 2020 and rebranded the product PayU Finance. ...Less

Telegram has long been known as a place where pirated films, books, newspaper PDFs, exam material and ban ...More

Telegram has long been known as a place where pirated films, books, newspaper PDFs, exam material and banned content resurface quickly after being taken down elsewhere. Now, the platform is also being used for sharing non-consensual intimate images of women and photos taken without permission, and creating private groups where members pay to watch, circulate or discuss such content. ...Less

Bank of Baroda settled a $600 million dispute with NMC Healthcare administrators, ending a protracted leg ...More

Bank of Baroda settled a $600 million dispute with NMC Healthcare administrators, ending a protracted legal battle. This significant payout, wiping out a quarter of its projected profit, raises serious questions about the bank's governance and disclosure practices. The settlement, reached without admitting fault, highlights a perceived leniency in regulatory oversight for state-owned banks compared to private institutions, prompting calls for more equitable enforcement. ...Less

Visa's 'Payment Passkey' solution, launched in India, aims to enhance digital payment security beyond pas ...More

Visa's 'Payment Passkey' solution, launched in India, aims to enhance digital payment security beyond passwords and OTPs. Leveraging device biometrics like fingerprint and facial recognition, it offers a more seamless and secure authentication experience. This move aligns with India's evolving digital payments landscape, emphasising trust alongside scale, and positions the nation for a future driven by AI-powered commerce. ...Less

When a stock closes above its VWAP, it indicates that the closing price is higher than the average price ...More

When a stock closes above its VWAP, it indicates that the closing price is higher than the average price at which it traded throughout the day, weighted by trading volume. ...Less

New Delhi is scrutinizing WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, exploring legal avenues to regulate its l ...More

New Delhi is scrutinizing WhatsApp's upcoming username feature, exploring legal avenues to regulate its launch. Officials express concerns that the system, designed to enhance privacy by hiding phone numbers, could inadvertently facilitate impersonation and identity fraud. Discussions are ongoing to assess potential safeguards before the feature rolls out, aiming to prevent misuse. ...Less

Uttar Pradesh authorities have granted a 15-day extension to the special investigation team probing the A ...More

Uttar Pradesh authorities have granted a 15-day extension to the special investigation team probing the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation theft. The SIT, which has already arrested eight individuals, will now submit its comprehensive report by July 15. Recent searches have uncovered a donation box with a QR code, along with significant amounts of cash, gold, silver, and foreign currency, deepening the ongoing investigation into alleged embezzlement. ...Less

Flipkart's GOAT Sale is offering significant discounts on Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pro models. The i ...More

Flipkart's GOAT Sale is offering significant discounts on Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pro models. The iPhone 17 Pro Max (512GB) sees a Rs 12,000 price drop, while the iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) is also reduced by Rs 12,000. Additional savings are available through bank offers and exchange benefits, making these premium devices more accessible. ...Less

The feature, expected to roll out later this year, will allow users to connect using usernames instead of ...More

The feature, expected to roll out later this year, will allow users to connect using usernames instead of sharing their phone numbers. While experts say this reduces exposure of personal phone numbers and lowers risks such as SIM-swapping and contact scraping, they warn that the move also raises fresh questions over data sharing, platform integration and identity fraud. ...Less

Amid growing allegations of misappropriation of donations intended for the Ram temple, Ayodhya police are ...More

Amid growing allegations of misappropriation of donations intended for the Ram temple, Ayodhya police are bolstering their investigation with fresh searches. They've recovered substantial amounts of cash, gold, silver, and foreign currency, along with a QR code-enabled donation box. ...Less

WhatsApp's new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers, has raised sign ...More

WhatsApp's new username feature, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers, has raised significant concerns about potential impersonation scams, particularly in India. Entrepreneurs fear scammers could create similar-sounding usernames to solicit money, bypassing the accountability previously offered by phone numbers. This privacy-focused update faces scrutiny over the need for robust anti-abuse measures to prevent widespread fraud. ...Less

Apple has accused Indian antitrust investigators of merely copying rivals' claims without independent ana ...More

Apple has accused Indian antitrust investigators of merely copying rivals' claims without independent analysis in its competition law probe. The tech giant argues the findings are flawed and calls for them to be quashed, citing a lack of opportunity to present its case. This marks a significant escalation in Apple's dispute with the Competition Commission of India over its app store practices. ...Less

Despite the Nifty 50 showing minimal returns over two years, astute investors have witnessed significant ...More

Despite the Nifty 50 showing minimal returns over two years, astute investors have witnessed significant wealth creation. Forty-three stocks have more than doubled investor wealth, with companies in defence, healthcare, and specialty chemicals leading the charge. This period highlights that market opportunities often lie beneath the surface of headline index movements, rewarding patient stock pickers. ...Less

The NSE’s quarterly index rebalancing takes effect today, triggering significant passive fund flows acros ...More

The NSE’s quarterly index rebalancing takes effect today, triggering significant passive fund flows across Indian equities due to changes in free-float weights. While the Nifty 50 sees limited adjustments, broader strategic indices are witnessing sharper reshuffling. ...Less

Three stocks in the NSE mid-cap segment featured in the RSI Trending Up scan on June 25 after showing imp ...More

Three stocks in the NSE mid-cap segment featured in the RSI Trending Up scan on June 25 after showing improving momentum. The RSI moved above the 50 mark from lower levels, signalling strengthening price action, improving sentiment and potential short-term buying opportunities for traders tracking bullish technical setups. ...Less

We begin this new series with Bala, a curious young learner, as he explores money concepts. His first les ...More

We begin this new series with Bala, a curious young learner, as he explores money concepts. His first lesson: understanding UPI and digital money. UPI (Unified Payments Interface) is an instant payment system that allows you to transfer money between any two bank accounts using a mobile app. It acts as a digital bridge between banks, making money transfers simple. ...Less

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National Stock Exchange MD and CEO Ashish Chauhan highlighted that profitable businesses are rewarded wit ...More

National Stock Exchange MD and CEO Ashish Chauhan highlighted that profitable businesses are rewarded with valuations private markets can't match, enabling expansion and offering a company its own currency for acquisitions and employee rewards. ...Less

New-age, loss-making startups are prioritising large fresh issue components in their IPOs to fund growth, ...More

New-age, loss-making startups are prioritising large fresh issue components in their IPOs to fund growth, a shift from the 2021-22 cycle. Investors now prefer capital infusion for scaling and profitability over large shareholder exits. Companies like Zepto, Ola Electric, and PhysicsWallah exemplify this trend, signalling a market demand for businesses reinvesting in their future rather than facilitating early exits. ...Less

India Inc. is celebrating Kunal Shah's appointment as WhatsApp head, hailing it as a milestone for Indian ...More

India Inc. is celebrating Kunal Shah's appointment as WhatsApp head, hailing it as a milestone for Indian startup leadership. Industry leaders lauded his "intellectual curiosity" and "infectious optimism," noting his unique philosophy background and entrepreneurial journey. Meta's investment in his fintech firm CRED and Shah's deep understanding of consumer behavior are seen as key assets for the messaging giant's future growth. ...Less

Tringbox, a Mumbai-based AI music technology startup, has secured Rs 5 crore in seed funding. This capita ...More

Tringbox, a Mumbai-based AI music technology startup, has secured Rs 5 crore in seed funding. This capital will fuel product and AI development, enhance technology infrastructure, and expand their music catalogue. The company plans to scale its intelligent speaker network and deploy across premium venues nationwide. Funds will also support hiring in key roles and business development initiatives. ...Less

The prospective appointment of Kunal Shah to a leadership position at WhatsApp exemplifies an emerging pa ...More

The prospective appointment of Kunal Shah to a leadership position at WhatsApp exemplifies an emerging pattern: Indian founders are increasingly sought after by Silicon Valley. Unlike traditional executives who have ascended through corporate ranks, Shah's expertise originates from India's dynamic digital landscape. This reflects Big Tech’s shift towards valuing entrepreneurial acumen and market insights, potentially expanding the scope of the 'India pipeline' to include innovative leadership talent. ...Less

Quant Mid Cap Fund, managed by Sandeep Tandon, has strategically adjusted its portfolio in May. The fund ...More

Quant Mid Cap Fund, managed by Sandeep Tandon, has strategically adjusted its portfolio in May. The fund added Adani Energy and four other stocks while exiting Paytm and three other companies. This move reflects a dynamic approach to capturing growth opportunities within the mid-cap segment. ...Less