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Monday, 5 October 2026

12 New Buses Gutted In Major Fire At BEST's Anik Bus Depot In Central Mumbai

Eyewitnesses claimed to have heard blasts at the spot while thick black smoke was visible from a distance.

ChatGPT Plus Free For A Month In India: How To Check If You're Eligible And Claim It

OpenAI is offering select users in India one month of ChatGPT Plus for free, instead of the usual Rs 1,999. Here's how to check if your account is eligible and claim the offer.

Trade Setup For Oct 6: Nifty Resistance At 22,600 As Bearish Momentum Pauses

However, failure to sustain above 22,600 could trigger renewed profit-taking and leave the index vulnerable to a retest of lower support levels.

Marico Acquires 24% Stake In Satiya Nutraceuticals For Rs 1,012 Crore

Marico's latest transaction leaves just 14.09% of Satiya Nutraceuticals with its founders and other shareholders, with the remaining stake scheduled for acquisition in July 2027…

Top 3 stock picks by Vaishali Parekh: ITC, MRPL, KEI Industries | Target, stop-loss, Nifty, Bank Nifty outlook

Stock market outlook: Vaishali Parekh believes Dalal Street bias has improved after pull back rally on Monday

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India's UPI is going global again. Zimbabwe is now in talks to adopt it

The talks with NPCI International Payments could conclude by October 31, Zimbabwe central bank Governor John Mushayavanhu told Bloomberg

Arijit Singh Announces India Tour To Celebrate 20 Years Of Music — Check Cities, Dates

Arijit Singh has announced a nine-city India tour for 2027 to mark 20 years of his musical journey. The stadium-scale tour will run from January to May, covering cities including…

Marico raises stake in Plix parent to 84.09%; Q2 revenue expected to grow in double digits

Marico has raised its stake in Satiya Nutraceuticals, owner of The Plant Fix–Plix, to 84.09% after acquiring an additional 24.09% for Rs 1,012.03 crore. The company also reported…

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Top 5 stocks to buy: AU Bank, Poonawalla Fincorp, Groww, Graphite India, Usha Martin by Sumeet Bagadia | Target price

Stock market outlook: Sumeet Bagadia believes the Nifty 50 chart indicate weak momentum, although the stabilisation from lower levels is encouraging

Traders cautious amid Brent pullback, markets likely to stay volatile

Nifty gains 133 points as Brent crude eases towards $101-102 a barrel, while oversold conditions and softer US rate expectations support a relief rally

Navi Mumbai International Airport Expands Multimodal Transport Network Ahead Of Winter Schedule

The airport is also expanding its taxi and autorickshaw options to provide passengers with more flexibility for short- and medium-distance journeys.

Infrastructure

Tukaram Mundhe Strikes: Eatclubs, Suraj Lama Momos, Cafe Pakeezah Among 8 In Mumbai To Face FDA Heat

The enforcement drive may sharpen compliance risks for food service businesses, though the absence of disclosed violations or penalties limits the immediate market impact.

Zerodha founders Nithin, Nikhil Kamath pick up 6.72% stake in Viceroy Hotels

Zerodha founders Nithin and Nikhil Kamath have acquired a 6.72% stake in Viceroy Hotels through Kamath Associates and Nksquared. The investment comes as the hotel company recovers…

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Top stocks in focus tomorrow: Investors must watch Trent, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Vedanta shares on Tue, 6 Oct | Triggers

On October 6, Indian investors will focus on companies like Trent, Godrej Consumer Products, and Juniper Hotels, following key updates. 

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HDFC Bank slips despite Nifty Bank recovery, analysts retain buy ratings

HDFC Bank fell 2.16 per cent even as banking indices gained, with analysts retaining positive ratings while investors assess the lender's transition under new CEO Anup Bagchi

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Trent’s Q2 revenue rises 23% YoY to Rs 5,788 crore; Zudio crosses 1,000-store milestone

Tata Group retailer Trent reported 23% year-on-year growth in standalone revenue to Rs 5,788 crore in Q2FY27, while H1 revenue rose 21% to Rs 11,454 crore. The company crossed…

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Rupee edges higher as traders await RBI policy decision on rates

The rupee ended marginally stronger at 96.2925 against the dollar, supported by lower Brent crude prices and improved sentiment. The currency traded in a narrow range as investors…

Monetary Policy

Advanced manufacturing, energy security key to growth: N Chandrasekaran

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran says India needs continued investment in advanced and precision manufacturing, energy security and human capital for long-term growth

Instamart's Noice aims to double food entrepreneur base, expand range

Noice currently partners with 75 food entrepreneurs and plans to expand to over 500 products, backed by a financing programme offering up to ₹5 crore in formal credit

Beer Sales Jump 50%: Karnataka's Q2 Excise Revenue Crosses Rs 11,500-Crore Mark

Beer volumes rise sharply in Karnataka as state excise collections cross Rs 11,500 crore in the July-September quarter.

Quarterly Results

Premier League Opens First 'PL Park' In India, Brings Football Closer To Fans

PL Park features two seven-a-side pitches along with pickleball and padel courts and a dedicated events and social area.

Best bank stock to buy amid Q2 business updates: PNB, Canara, Union Bank, Indian Bank or Bandhan? Target Prices

Bank stocks, led by HDFC and PNB, rallied after Q2FY27 earnings updates revealed strong growth, with private banks driving momentum. Motilal Oswal maintains 'Buy' ratings for PNB…

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TVS ASL raises ₹425 crore from Crescent Enterprises in Series D round

The investment will support myTVS' growth in India and expansion into international markets, initially focusing on opportunities across the Middle East and North Africa

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Top 2 stocks to buy or sell for tomorrow: Nykaa, LIC by Chandan Taparia - Check stop-loss, targets

The Indian stock market rebounded on 5 October, with the Nifty 50 rising 0.60% amid easing crude oil prices and reduced fears of US monetary tightening. Analysts suggested buying…

Market wrap: ITC, BSE, HCL Tech, Asian Paints top gainers and losers on Nifty and Sensex on Monday

Indian equity markets rebounded on Monday, with the Nifty and Sensex rising 0.60% and 0.66%, respectively. ITC led the gainers, while HCL Tech and Asian Paints fell sharply. FMCG…

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Skoda Slavia Facelift Launch On Tuesday: 360-Degree Camera, AI Companion, And Other Key Specs

The updated Skoda Slavia is all set to launch in India on October 6. The sedan gets fresh styling, new features and an updated automatic gearbox, while the existing petrol engines…

Small-cap stock under ₹100 jumps 4% following relief rally on Dalal Street | Do you own?

Lords Mark Industries' shares rose over 4% after a key business update, closing 2.57% higher at ₹81.47. The company achieved significant milestones in UK markets and plans to…

Rupee ends flat, anchored by RBI intervention in face of global strains

The Indian rupee ended little changed on Monday, bolstered by central bank interventions during ongoing pressures. A firmer dollar was observed, approaching a 17-month high due to…

Has the Indian stock market bottomed out after reaching six-month low or more downside left? What experts suggest

Domestic indices surged on 5 October, with the Nifty 50 up 0.60%, fueled by lower crude prices and softer US jobs data. Analysts remain sceptical that this marks a sustained…

'We have a long, long way to go': Venu Srinivasan on what India must do to win global manufacturing

Srinivasan said India must raise its standards to match and exceed those set by countries such as Korea, China, and Japan