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tock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates – The Indian stock markets showed mild declines at 11:30 am IST on March 17, 2026, amid ongoing volatility.
The BSE Sensex opened at 75,826.68 and was changing hands at 75,795.82 around 12:50 pm, registering an increase of 292.97 points or 0.39%. The NSE Nifty50 stood at 23,477.25
Within the Nifty50 pack, Eternal Limited (the parent entity of Zomato) emerged as the leading advancer, jumping 4.87% to ₹232.85. Tata Steel climbed 2.31% to ₹191.25, Mahindra and Mahindra moved up 2.25% to ₹3,104.50, HDFC Life rose 2.07% to ₹638.95, and Bharti Airtel put on 1.68% to ₹1,818.80.
Among the laggards, Wipro acted as the primary weight, sliding 2.23% to ₹190.75. Bajaj Finance eased 1.60% to ₹864.10, Cipla dropped 1.58% to ₹1,279.50, Adani Ports declined 1.30% to ₹1,356.00, and State Bank of India fell 1.29% to ₹1,052.90.
Key highlights at 1:15 PM
- Sensex rises 450 pts to 75,953.66
- Nifty 50 rises 150 pts to 23,555.80
- Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade
- OpenAI in talks for $10 billion joint venture with Private Equity firms
- Novartis sells $11 billion bonds to fund avidity acquisition
- March 17, 2026 13:56
West Asia crisis: Second LPG carrier ‘Nanda Devi’ arrives at Gujarat port
West Asia crisis: Second LPG carrier ‘Nanda Devi’ arrives at Gujarat port
India’s second LPG carrier ‘Nanda Devi’ arrived safely at Vadinar port in Gujarat on Tuesday, carrying 46,500 metric tonnes of gas after navigating the Strait of Hormuz amid the West Asia conflict, an official said.
- March 17, 2026 13:56
Oil shock triggers rush into Indian rupee options, short-term bearish bets dominate
Oil shock triggers rush into Indian rupee options, short-term bearish bets dominate
In the first two weeks of March, the notional value of dollar-rupee options traded in the U.S. was about $18.5 billion, nearing the roughly $24-$25 billion seen in each of the previous three months
- March 17, 2026 13:35
PNB Housing Finance and IMGC Join Hands to Expand Access to Affordable Home Loans Through Mortgage Guarantee
- March 17, 2026 13:27
SBI Securities today launched ‘Women’s Mode’ on the SBI Securities App
SBI Securities today launched ‘Women’s Mode’ on the SBI Securities App – a dedicated feature designed to make investing more accessible, intuitive, and relevant for women investors. To ensure the feature truly addresses women’s needs, the concept was validated with over 6,000 women investors.
- March 17, 2026 13:27
Five-Star Business Finance board approved the limits for issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs)
Five-Star Business Finance board approved the limits for issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) aggregating upto Rs 5000 Crore through private placement, in one or more tranches and/or series from time to time
- March 17, 2026 13:23
Ipo
Stock Market Live Updates: Innovision IPO subscribed over 2x so far on final day
Innovision IPO Day 3: Issue subscribed over 2x so far
According to exchange data, QIBs led the subscription with 12.78x, while NIIs saw a healthy 6x subscription
- March 17, 2026 13:22
Industryupdate
DC Infotech and Communication has secured a significant order worth ₹33.46 Crore from the National Informatics Centre (NIC) for the prestigious National Knowledge Network (NKN) Project.
- March 17, 2026 13:22
Stock Market Live Updates: Top gainers of Nifty midcap 100: National Aluminium (+4.80%), SAIL (+4.35%), Coromandel International (+3.93%), Waaree Energies (+3.56%)
Top losers: Hindustan Petroleum (-3.39%), Tata Elxsi (-3.05%), ITC Hotels (-2.50%), Persistent Systems (-2.23%)
- March 17, 2026 13:22
Info tech
Stock Market Live Updates: Fractal launches LLM Studio enterprise platform for tailored language models
Fractal has announced the launch of LLM Studio, an enterprise platform that helps organisations build and run language models tailored to their business. It is designed for teams that want more control over how models are governed, deployed, and managed in production. LLM Studio will be demonstrated at NVIDIA GTC 2026, the premier AI and accelerated computing conference by NVIDIA, taking place from March 16–19, 2026, at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center in California.
Shares traded 4 per cent higher on the NSE at ₹792.75.
- March 17, 2026 13:21
Info tech
Stock Market Live Updates: Persistent launches AI-powered generative molecules and virtual screening solution powered by NVIDIA
Persistent Systems has launched an AI-powered generative molecules and virtual screening solution powered by NVIDIA. Shares traded at ₹4,520 on the NSE
- March 17, 2026 13:19
Stock Market Live Updates: IT drag limits Nifty gains; Benchmarks pare early highs by midday
IT drag limits Nifty gains; Benchmarks pare early highs by midday
On the Nifty50, CA Eternal, the parent company of Zomato, is the top gainer, surging 4.87% to ₹232.85. Tata Steel rises 2.31% to ₹191.25, while Mahindra and Mahindra advances 2.25% to ₹3,104.50
- March 17, 2026 12:49
Industryupdate
Zydus, Lupin tie up for co-marketing Semaglutide injection in India
Zydus, Lupin tie up for co-marketing Semaglutide injection in India
Zydus Lifesciences has partnered with Lupin Limited to co-market its innovative Semaglutide Injection, aimed at adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus
- March 17, 2026 12:47
Industryupdate
LT Foods launches limited-edition saffron-infused basmati rice under Daawat brand
LT Foods launches limited-edition saffron-infused basmati rice under Daawat brand
According to the company, cultivation follows pesticide-free, traditional methods, and each grain is hand-selected
- March 17, 2026 12:47
Ipo
Stock Market Live Updates: GSP Crop Scienc IPO sees muted retail response, subscribed 65% by midday on Day 2
GSP Crop Science IPO sees muted retail response, subscribed 65% by midday on day 2
GSP Crop Science IPO shows muted retail interest, with 65% overall subscription amid strong institutional demand by Day 2.
- March 17, 2026 12:46
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: Krystal Integrated Services shares edge up post ₹364 crore contract
Krystal Integrated Services shares edge up post ₹364 crore contract
Krystal Integrated Services’ shares rise after winning a ₹364 crore contract for facility management in Tamil Nadu’s healthcare sector.
- March 17, 2026 12:37
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: KPIL bags ₹2,471 crore in fresh orders
KPIL bags ₹2,471 crore in fresh orders
Firm secures ₹22,000 crore in orders in FY26 so far; metro rail project boosts urban mobility portfolio
- March 17, 2026 12:33
Stock Market Live Updates: Nifty IT stocks hit 52-week lows as sector selloff deepens
Infosys, Wipro, HCLTech, Coforge shares at 52-week low amid IT selloff
The Nifty IT index was trading down approximately 1.06% at 28,735, having shed over 24% year-to-date and nearly 21% over the past year
- March 17, 2026 12:32
Industryupdate
Transrail Lighting invests AED 12.5 million in UAE wholly-owned subsidiary
Transrail Lighting has further invested by subscribing to the equity share capital of its wholly-owned subsidiary in the UAE, Transrail Trading LLC (formerly known as Transrail Contracting LLC). The company has invested AED 12,500,000 (₹31.53 crore) in the share capital of Transrail Trading LLC. Consequent to this investment, Transrail Trading LLC continues to remain a wholly-owned subsidiary of the company.
- March 17, 2026 12:31
Banking
Stock Market Live Updates: Kotak upgrades ONGC to BUY; raises target price to ₹375
Kotak has upgraded ONGC to BUY from ADD. It has raised its oil price assumptions to US$85 per barrel for FY2027 and US$75 per barrel for FY2028, with a long-term assumption of US$65 per barrel (previously US$70 per barrel for long term and US$65 per barrel for FY2027/28E). ONGC benefits from higher realisation for its oil production and also on new well gas, which is priced at 12 per cent of the oil price. Following the ORDA Act amendment and promised fiscal stability, the risk of windfall taxes is now low. After multi-year declines, the production outlook remains sanguine, especially for natural gas. The brokerage has set a revised fair value of ₹375 (earlier ₹280).
- March 17, 2026 12:26
Stock Market Live Updates: WeWork India signs lease for 95,351 sq ft capacity addition in Bengaluru
WeWork India Management has entered into a Lease Deed for capacity addition in Bengaluru, admeasuring 95,351 square feet. This will result in an increase in its operational capacity. Shares remained flat on the NSE at ₹458.85.
- March 17, 2026 12:25
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Zydus and Lupin sign licensing pact for co-marketing Semaglutide Injection in India
Zydus Lifesciences and Lupin have signed a licensing agreement for the co-marketing of an innovative Semaglutide Injection in India. Zydus Lifesciences traded at ₹895 on the NSE, while Lupin traded at ₹2,291.50.
- March 17, 2026 12:04
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Ather Energy expands service network to 500 authorised centres across India
Ather Energy has expanded its service network to 500 authorised centres across India, in tandem with its growing retail footprint. From the beginning, Ather has focused on ensuring service support in every city where it sells its scooters. This reinforces its emphasis on making EV ownership seamless and convenient for riders across markets.
Shares remained flat on the NSE at ₹709.35.
- March 17, 2026 12:01
Stock Market Live Updates: Prostarm Info Systems emerges L-1 bidder for ₹90.44 crore WBMSC UPS project
Prostarm Info Systems has been declared as the L-1 bidder by West Bengal Medical Services Corporation (WBMSC), Kolkata, for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of 6 KVA single-phase input and single-phase output online UPS, including batteries, across West Bengal. The project is valued at ₹90.44 crore. Shares surged 3 per cent on the NSE to ₹127.19.
- March 17, 2026 12:01
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: MIDHANI secures prestigious NADCAP accreditation for heat treatment facility
MIDHANI’s heat treatment facility has been awarded the prestigious NADCAP accreditation. Shares of the company rose 2 per cent on the NSE to ₹311.15.
- March 17, 2026 12:00
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Motherson acquires Japan’s Yutaka Giken as wholly-owned subsidiary
Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd has announced that Yutaka Giken Co., Ltd. has become its wholly-owned subsidiary. This follows the acquisition carried out by Motherson Global Investments, an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Samvardhana Motherson International.
- March 17, 2026 11:59
Stock Market Live Updates: LT Foods introduces DAAWAT® Saffron Basmati for connoisseurs. Shares up 1% on the NSE to Rs 388.
- March 17, 2026 11:49
Stock Market Live Updates: Puravankara subsidiary bags ₹280.35 crore LoI from VIT Vellore
Puravankara Ltd has informed that its subsidiary, Starworth Infrastructure & Construction Limited (SICL), has received a Letter of Intent for the construction of Ruby Block (Academic Block) Phase – I at the VIT Vellore Campus, Vellore – 632014. The accepted value of the project stands at ₹280.35 crore.
- March 17, 2026 11:47
Banking
Stock Market Live Updates: City Union Bank has signed cricketer Ravindra Jadeja as primary ‘Brand Ambassador’
- March 17, 2026 11:46
Info tech
Stock Market Live Updates: TCS launches Rapid Outcome AI platform powered by NVIDIA. TCS shares flat on the NSE at Rs 2,386.60.
- March 17, 2026 11:45
Economy
Stock Market Live Updates: Services sector to drive India to $10 tn economy by 2035: OmniScience Capital
Indian services industry expected to expand its share of GDP from ~55 per cent currently to nearly 60 per cent by 2035, according to OmniScience Capital.
OmniScience Capital has released its report on the Indian services sector titled “Advantage Services India: 6 – 3 ($Tn)_Match-point 2035 – Serving India & The World”.
The report highlights the growing dominance of India’s services sector as the country progresses toward becoming a $10 trillion economy by 2035. Services are expected to expand their share of GDP from ~55 per cent currently to nearly 60 per cent. This translates into a ~$6 trillion economic opportunity.
Currently, the services sector contributes around ~$2.2 trillion to India’s GDP. It is projected to reach ~$6 trillion by 2035, implying a CAGR of ~10.6 per cent.
The report notes that the services ecosystem continues to demonstrate strong structural momentum. India’s Services PMI has shifted to a higher expansionary range, rising from roughly 50–55 between 2015–2020 to about 55–60 in recent years. This indicates stronger and sustained growth in service activity.
- March 17, 2026 11:19
Stock Market Live Updates: Choice International arm bags projects worth ₹55 crore
Choice International’s arm Choice Consultancy Services Private Limited, along with Choice Capital Advisors Private Limited and Ayoleeza Consultants Private Limited, has secured significant development projects approximately worth ₹55 crore across various states of the country.
Shares surged 3 per cent on the NSE to ₹636.60.
- March 17, 2026 11:07
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Goldiam International announced the opening of 18th and 19th retail stores for lab-grown diamond jewellery under the brand name ORIGEM’.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 292.90.
- March 17, 2026 11:06
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Akzo Nobel India gets GST demand notice annulled
Akzo Nobel India received a Show Cause Notice from Madhya Pradesh GST Department on 24th September 2025 for the period from April 2019 – March 2020 mentioning the issuance of multiple EWay Bills for the same invoice under u/s 74 of CGST/SGST Act, 2017 and containing a demand of Rs. 21,03,822/- (comprising Tax amounting to Rs. 21,03,822/-; Interest as applicable and Penalty as applicable). To that, the Company submitted its response along with the supporting documents within the given time limit. The Asst. Commissioner of GST and Central Excise said response that the demand amount as per the said Order is Nil. As a result, the original Demand Notice stands annulled.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 2,877.40
- March 17, 2026 11:05
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: PFC subsidiary Ghogarpalli Integrated Power Company struck off
Power Finance Corporation Limited has informed the Exchange about the strike off and dissolution of Ghogarpalli Integrated Power Company Limited (GIPCL).
GIPCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited.
- March 17, 2026 11:05
Stock Market Live Updates: Time Technoplast bags ₹155.56 crore order from PSU
Time Technoplast received an order valued at ₹155.56 crore from a reputed Public Sector Undertaking (PSU). The order is for the supply of Type IV Composite CNG Cascades. These will be deployed across City Gas Distribution (CGD) networks in India.
Shares of Time Technoplast traded flat on the NSE at ₹159.80.
- March 17, 2026 11:04
Marketdown
Stock Market Live Updates: OneOTT Intertainment signs MoU with UP govt to skill 1 lakh youth
OneOTT Intertainment Ltd (OIL), the broadband vertical of Hinduja Global Solutions Ltd (HGS) and part of the Hinduja Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Employment Department of the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
The MoU aims to strengthen youth employability, align skill development with industry requirements, and expand opportunities in the digital economy. It targets skilling one lakh youth from the state and connecting them with employment opportunities.
- March 17, 2026 11:02
Stock Market Live Updates: Aluminium futures: Hovers near a base
Aluminium futures: Hovers near a base
Aluminium futures show positive outlook; buy at ₹341 with a target of ₹350 and stop-loss at ₹338.
- March 17, 2026 11:01
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: Hotel Leela acquires Coorg resort for ₹571 crore, forays into wellness space
Hotel Leela acquires Coorg resort for Rs 571 cr
Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts has acquired a luxury resort in Coorg for Rs 571 crore. This marks its foray into nature-led and wellness anchored business.
- March 17, 2026 10:39
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Reliance signs 15-year green ammonia supply pact with Samsung C&T
Reliance Industries entered into a binding long-term Supply and Purchase Agreement (SPA) with Samsung C&T Corporation, South Korea.
The agreement is for the supply of green ammonia over a 15-year period. It will commence in the second half of FY2029.
Shares of Reliance Industries traded flat on the NSE at ₹1,397.60.
- March 17, 2026 10:37
Industryupdate
Corporate actions: Dividends, IPOs, buybacks, bonuses and more
Dividend Castrol India: Final dividend of ₹5.25 per share. Record date 23 March 2026.
IPOs Innovision: Opens 10 March 2026; closes 17 March 2026. GSP Crop Science: Opens 16 March 2026; closes 18 March 2026.
Buyback Puretrop Fruits: Ex-date 10 April 2026.
Bonus issues Metropolis Healthcare: 3:1 bonus issue. Ex-date 20 March 2026. RM Drip and Sprinklers System: 5:7 bonus issue. Ex-date 10 April 2026.
Stock splits Manbro Industries: Split from ₹10 to ₹1. Ex-date 25 March 2026. V2 Retail: Split from ₹10 to ₹1. Ex-date 26 March 2026. PVV Infra: Split from ₹5 to ₹1. Ex-date 27 March 2026.
Rights issues 5paisa Capital: Ex-date 17 March 2026. Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation: Ex-date 20 March 2026. AVI Polymers: Opens 23 February 2026; closes 17 March 2026. Bhandari Hosiery Exports: Opens 6 March 2026; closes 20 March 2026. Enbee Trade & Finance: Opens 12 March 2026; closes 20 March 2026. Healthcare Global Enterprises: Opens 11 March 2026; closes 25 March 2026. BCC Fuba India: Opens 19 March 2026; closes 27 March 2026. Prabha Energy: Opens 20 March 2026; closes 27 March 2026. Supra Pacific Financial Services: Opens 20 March 2026; closes 27 March 2026. 5paisa Capital: Opens 27 March 2026; closes 10 April 2026.
- March 17, 2026 10:34
Stock Market Live Updates: Samsung workers’ strike plan in South Korea could disrupt chip supply
Samsung workers’ strike plan in South Korea could disrupt chip supply
The biggest workers’ union at South Korea’s Samsung Electronics has threatened to disrupt chip production as members vote on a plan to strike in May, its leader told Reuters.
- March 17, 2026 10:33
NSE
Nifty Prediction Today – March 17, 2026: Nifty 50 Futures: Intraday rise possible. Go long on dips
Nifty Prediction Today – March 17, 2026: Nifty 50 Futures: Intraday rise possible. Go long on dips
Intraday support is in the 23,400-23,350 region. If Nifty manages to sustain above this support, a rise to 23,600 is possible during the day. A further break above 23,600 will give more relief
- March 17, 2026 10:20
Waaree Energies soared over 5% to Rs 2,98.10 on the NSE. Its arm completed the $30.0 mn acquisition of 53 lakh shares in United Solar Holding
- March 17, 2026 10:16
Sagar Cements: The company will sell a 7.24% stake in its arm, Andhra Cements, via an OFS with a floor price of Rs 52.0 per share
Sagar Cements: The company will sell a 7.24% stake in its arm, Andhra Cements, via an OFS with a floor price of Rs 52.0 per share.
Sagar Cements rose nearly 2% to Rs 174.47. Andhra Cements surged close to its upper circuit of Rs 55.70. At 10.16 am, it traded 5.3% higher at Rs 53.69.
- March 17, 2026 10:14
Crude oil futures gain on West Asia supply concerns
Crude oil futures gain on West Asia supply concerns
Crude oil futures traded higher on Tuesday morning as markets continued to analyse the impact of the West Asia crisis on global energy supplies.
- March 17, 2026 10:13
Market analysis by Vikram Subburaj, CEO, Giottus.com
Bitcoin traded around $75,500 on March 17, moving within an intraday range of roughly $72,400 to $75,900. The price action shows strength, but the market is still in a consolidation phase rather than a confirmed breakout.
From a trading perspective, the immediate support lies around $72,000–$72,500. This matches the lower end of the recent range. A break below that could bring the $70,000 level back into focus. On the upside, $75,500–$76,000 is the first resistance zone. Bitcoin needs to hold above this level to sustain momentum.
On-chain data remains supportive. Wallets holding 10 to 10,000 BTC have slightly increased their share of supply to around 68%, indicating continued accumulation. Bitcoin dominance is also elevated near 58–59%, suggesting capital is still concentrated in BTC.
Institutional demand has not weakened. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw about $60 million in inflows on March 16, following stronger flows of $180 million on March 13. This shows steady, though not aggressive, institutional participation.
Altcoins moved in line with Bitcoin. Around March 14, Ethereum traded near $2,150–$2,200, BNB around $670, XRP near $1.44, Solana around $90, and TRON close to $0.29. The gains were modest and largely synchronized with BTC. Macro remains the key driver.
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s March 17–18 meeting is in focus. Markets expect rates to be held, but guidance on inflation and rate cuts will matter. With oil prices elevated, inflation risks remain. That keeps pressure on risk assets.
Our advice: Bitcoin is holding near $75,000, supported by ETF inflows and steady accumulation, but the market is still reacting to macro cues. With the Fed decision ahead, this is a time for discipline, not aggressive positioning. Watch whether BTC can hold above resistance before assuming a breakout.
- March 17, 2026 10:08
Nifty Bank Prediction Today – March 17, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: At a barrier
Nifty Bank Prediction Today – March 17, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: At a barrier
The March expiry Nifty Bank futures opened today’s session higher at 54,604 versus yesterday’s close of 54,557. It is now trading at 54,500, down 0.1%
- March 17, 2026 10:05
Tata Motors to increase prices of its commercial vehicles by up to 1.5% starting April 1 to offset rising input and commodity costs
Tata Motors (CV) traded flat on the NSE at Rs 439.15 at 10.04 am, after rising to Rs 446.85 in early trade from the previous close of Rs 437.60. The company to increase prices of its commercial vehicles by up to 1.5% starting April 1 to offset rising input and commodity costs.
- March 17, 2026 10:02
Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade
Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade
Rupee declines 14 paise to 92.42 against the US dollar amid rising crude prices and foreign fund withdrawals.
- March 17, 2026 10:02
Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade as IT stocks drag; crude oil surge adds to pressure
Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade as IT stocks drag; crude oil surge adds to pressure
IT stocks drag Sensex and Nifty down as crude oil prices surge, prompting cautious investor sentiment amid market volatility.
- March 17, 2026 10:01
Bajaj Electricals board approved the proposal for the acquisition of the ‘Morphy Richards’ brand
Bajaj Electricals board approved the proposal for the acquisition of the ‘Morphy Richards’ brand and related intellectual property rights in the territories of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka, from Glen Electric Limited
Shares traded 3.55% higher on the NSE at Rs 373.70.
- March 17, 2026 10:01
Axiscades Technologies receives approval for the acquisition in Cades Studec Technologies India Private Limited (“CSTI”)
Axiscades Technologies surged 3% on the NSE to Rs 1,359.90 following the approval for the acquisition of the balance 24% stake, comprising 1,50,000 equity shares, in Cades Studec Technologies India Private Limited (“CSTI”) from STUDEC SAS France .
- March 17, 2026 10:00
Sentynl Therapeutics Inc. (“Sentynl”) announced that it is entering into an agreement with PRG S&T
Sentynl Therapeutics Inc. (“Sentynl”), a U.S.-based biopharmaceutical company and wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus Lifesciences, announced that it is entering into an agreement with PRG S&T, a Korean company specializing in the development of medicine for rare genetic diseases, to license its investigational molecule Progerinin (SLC-D011) for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS or “progeria”).
Zydus Lifesciences traded flat on the NSE at Rs 892.55
- March 17, 2026 09:59
Oberoi Realty entered into a development agreement for lands situate at Aram Nagar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai, belonging to MHADA. Shares gained over 2% on the NSE to Rs 1,451
- March 17, 2026 09:59
The Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts acquires Ultra-Luxury Resort in Coorg, Karnataka.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 417.65.
- March 17, 2026 09:58
Redington Ltd has been informed that due to the ongoing geo-political tensions, its operations in the Gulf region are pursued in a restricted manner
Redington Ltd has been informed by its step- down subsidiary, Redington Gulf FZE, that due to the ongoing geo-political tensions, its operations in the Gulf region are pursued in a restricted manner, due to the following reasons:
* Re-routing of shipments and closure of major ports/airspace resulting in increased transit time
* Requirements for increased working capital due to higher inventory and requests from customers for delayed payments. The business is prioritizing the need for capital preservation.
* Increase in freight, insurance and logistics costs.
* Revocation of war risk coverage by insurance providers for companies operating in the region; alternative arrangements are currently being evaluated. The safety and well-being of Redington’s employees remain a top priority.
Shares fell nearly 4% on the NSE to Rs 224.85.
- March 17, 2026 09:50
NMDC executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC),
NMDC executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC), a Government of Gujarat Enterprise to explore collaboration in Rare Earth Elements (REE) and associated minerals. The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation towards securing India’s critical mineral supply chain and developing an integrated rare earth value chain in India covering exploration, mining, processing, separation and downstream manufacturing.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 77.69
- March 17, 2026 09:46
Tembo Classic Engineering enters into a Non-Disclosure Agreement with a Public Sector Undertaking
Tembo Classic Engineering Private Limited a subsidiary of Tembo Global Industries Limited, has entered into a Non-Disclosure Agreement with a Public Sector Undertaking
Tembo Global Industries traded flat on the NSE at Rs 506.10
- March 17, 2026 09:46
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services executed Acquisition Agreement for acquisition of stake in the MINVEN Solar
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services executed Acquisition Agreement for acquisition of stake in the MINVEN Solar 02 Private Limited and MINVEN Solar 3 Private Limited. As per the said Agreement, the transaction shall involve acquisition of up to 49% stake by way of Primary / Secondary mode at Face Value immediately upon completion of Conditions Precedent as mentioned in the Agreement.
- March 17, 2026 09:43
Stock Market Live Updates: Ola Electric clarifies on ₹2,000 cr fundraise plan for battery arm
Ola Electric has issued a clarification regarding its ₹2,000 crore fundraise plan for the battery arm.
The company stated that it “continues to evaluate funding and investment opportunities from time to time to support its business objectives. Any material development in this regard, if and when it occurs, will be disclosed by the Company in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.”
Shares traded at ₹23.80 on the NSE, down 2 per cent.
- March 17, 2026 09:40
Commodities
Stock Market Live Updates: Gold firms as investors assess West Asia fallout ahead of policy decisions
Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday, buoyed by easing fears of prolonged disruptions to oil shipments, while investors assessed the economic impact of West Asia conflict ahead of a slew of central bank policy decisions this week. Read more
- March 17, 2026 09:39
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Stel Holdings buys 3.5 lakh shares of Saregama India
Stel Holdings Limited has purchased 3,50,000 shares of Saregama India Limited through market purchase.
Stel Holdings surged 3 per cent to ₹459.95. Saregama India declined over 2 per cent to ₹349.65.
- March 17, 2026 09:38
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Clean Max Enviro acquires Kintech Solarbikaner fully
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions entered a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of 100 per cent equity shares of Kintech Solarbikaner Private Limited.
Shares of Clean Max Enviro rose 2 per cent on the NSE to ₹874.10.
- March 17, 2026 09:37
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: The board of Shree Cement approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary of the company in Mauritius. Shares traded flat on the NSE at ₹23,215.
- March 17, 2026 09:37
Industryupdate
Stock Market Live Updates: Kalpataru Projects International secured contracts worth ₹2,471 crore. Shares traded flat on the NSE at ₹1,080.30.
- March 17, 2026 09:29
NSE
Stock Market Live Updates: Top gainers and top losers of Nifty 50
Top gainers: Eternal (+1.25%), BEL (+1.16%), Maruti (+1.04%), Bharti Airtel (+0.88%), M&M (+0.85%)
Top losers: Wipro (-2.24%), Infosys (-1.97%), HCL Tech (-1.03%), TCS (-0.88%), Tech Mahindra (-0.75%)
- March 17, 2026 09:25
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex opens slightly higher in early trade
Sensex rose 39.29 points or 0.05 per cent to 75,542.14 at 9:19 am. It had opened 324 points higher at 75,826.68 against the previous close of 75,502.85.
Nifty 50 inched up 7.30 points or 0.03 per cent to 23,416.10.
- March 17, 2026 09:18
Review
Quote: Nifty likely to open around 23,500 with mild positive bias: Gaurav Udani
Gaurav Udani, Founder of ThinCredBlu Securities Pvt. Ltd., said that Nifty is expected to open on a positive note. The index is likely to start the session around the 23,500 mark.
The recovery from the recent lows suggests some stability returning to the market. However, the broader structure still remains sensitive to global cues.
From a technical perspective, 22,900 continues to act as an important support level. Meanwhile, 23,600 remains an immediate resistance zone where selling pressure may emerge.
Today being weekly expiry, traders can expect heightened volatility as derivatives positions get adjusted through the session.
Despite the volatility, the market currently carries a mild positive bias following the recent rebound from lower levels.
Traders should remain disciplined with risk management. They should avoid aggressive positioning during sharp intraday swings.
- March 17, 2026 09:16
Commodities
Crude oil futures rise on West Asia crisis concerns
Crude oil futures traded higher on Tuesday morning as markets continued to analyse the impact of the West Asia crisis on global energy supplies. At 9:11 am on Tuesday, May Brent oil futures were at $102.85, up 2.63 per cent. May crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $95.02, up 2.87 per cent.
March crude oil futures were trading at ₹8,859 on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) during the initial hour of trading on Tuesday. This was against the previous close of ₹8,720, up 1.59 per cent.
April futures were trading at ₹8,842 against the previous close of ₹8,673, up 1.95 per cent.
- March 17, 2026 09:06
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: ICRA upgrades Piramal Finance long-term rating to AA+; outlook stable
• Upgrade Covers NCDs, Retail NCDs, PP-MLDs, Tier-II Bonds & Bank Facilities
• Reaffirms Piramal Finance Short-Term Rating at A1+
- March 17, 2026 09:04
Stock market
Global cues positive, GIFT Nifty up 115 points at 23,505
GIFT Nifty was trading at 23,505, up 115 points from the previous close of 23,390.
Nikkei rose 225 points. Hang Seng gained 104 points.
As of 6:53 AM IST, major global indices showed gains.
Dow Jones rose 387.94 points. Nasdaq climbed 268.81 points. S&P 500 added 67.10 points.
Bovespa surged 2,222 points. FTSE rose 56 points. DAX gained 116 points. CAC added 24 points.
Crude oil prices moved higher. WTI crude stood at $95.61 per barrel, up $2.17. Brent crude was at $102.38 per barrel, up $2.17.
Gold traded at $5,005.70, up $3.60. Silver was at $80.51, down $0.16.
Euro stood at $1.149. Japanese yen was at 159.31 per dollar. Indian rupee was at 92.295 per dollar.
Today’s corporate actions – March 17, 2026
Ex-date today 5paisa Capital Ltd – Right issue of equity shares.
Board meetings today BIJHANS – General; increase in authorised capital. BINNY – Quarterly results. CLEANMAX – Quarterly results. DAMODARIND – General. FIVESTAR – General. INDIAGLYCO – Dividend. ITL – General. LOTUSEYE – Voluntary delisting of shares. PFC – Interim dividend; general. SCBL – General. SIPL – General. SUMEETINDS – Right issue of equity shares. VARDMNPOLY – General.
Stocks under F&O ban on NSE – March 17, 2026
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- March 17, 2026 09:03
Global bits: Geopolitical tensions shape market outlooks
United States Oil-driven inflation risks from the Iran conflict are complicating the Federal Reserve’s outlook. This is raising stagflation concerns despite AI-led equity resilience.
Japan Underlying inflation is gradually moving toward the Bank of Japan’s 2 per cent target amid global energy uncertainty.
Indonesia The government plans budget cuts to offset sustained high oil prices rather than expanding fiscal deficits.
South Korea Seoul underscored the Strait of Hormuz’s critical importance to national economic security amid energy supply risks.
United Kingdom The pound has outperformed European peers. It is supported by rising short-term interest rates despite war-related volatility.
Brazil Growth and 2026 rate outlook remain in focus.
Russia Energy-linked disruptions and sanctions-related tanker issues remain in the backdrop.
Guinea Authorities are considering bauxite export quotas amid falling prices and rising freight costs.
Ghana Higher oil prices from the West Asia conflict are clouding inflation and monetary policy prospects.
Nigeria Headline inflation eased slightly to 15.06 per cent year-on-year in February following earlier rate cuts.
Australia Markets are watching the RBA decision closely as high oil prices and strong copper prices shape economic expectations.
New Zealand Treasury assessments warn that the Iran conflict could lift inflation and pressure the energy-import-dependent economy.
Source: Reuters
- March 17, 2026 08:12
Income tax
Stock Market Live Updates: Foxconn forecasts doubling of AI server shipments in 2026
Foxconn forecasts doubling of AI server shipments in 2026
Taiwanese giant reports record 2025 profit and sales on strong AI demand, eyes higher market share
- March 17, 2026 08:05
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: South Korean shares extend rally on Nvidia-driven chip optimism
South Korean shares rose on Tuesday as semiconductor shares led gains. This followed Nvidia flagging that its new artificial intelligence chips were being manufactured by Samsung Electronics.
The won weakened, while the benchmark bond yield fell.
The benchmark KOSPI was up 151.70 points, or 2.73 per cent, at 5,701.55 as of 02:01 GMT.
- March 17, 2026 08:02
Stock market
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Astral: Company to acquire 19 per cent stake in Vena Energy Sustainable Power for ₹9 crore. (Neutral)
Nucleus Software: Mrs Yasmin Javeri Krishan appointed as Chairperson of the company. (Neutral)
Angel One: Board to meet on March 20 to consider second interim dividend for current year. (Neutral)
HFCL: Company expects to complete sale of its 2.18 lakh shares in Nivetti Systems by June 30. (Neutral)
GNG Electronics: Excluded from ASM Framework. (Neutral)
Banco Products (India) Ltd: Ex-date tomorrow for interim dividend of ₹8.00. (Neutral)
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Ltd: Ex-date tomorrow for interim dividend of ₹0.85. (Neutral)
5paisa Capital Ltd: Ex-date today for rights issue of equity shares. (Neutral)
Alkyl Amines: Company reports logistics disruptions and challenges in procuring ammonia due to West Asia conflict; financial impact under assessment. (Negative)
Redington: Gulf region operations restricted with increased freight costs due to shipment re-routing. (Negative)
- March 17, 2026 08:02
Stock market
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Intellect Design: Company announces 50:50 joint venture with Fintel Plc in UK to deploy agentic AI platform in UK wealth management market. (Positive)
NOCIL: Company approves ₹130 crore expansion for rubber chemicals capacity at Dahej. (Positive)
Reliance Industries: Company signs $3 billion green ammonia agreement with Samsung C&T. (Positive)
RailTel Corporation: Company receives work order worth ₹42.63 crore. (Positive)
Oberoi Realty: Company enters into development agreement for land at Aram Nagar, Versova, Andheri West in Mumbai, owned by MHADA. (Positive)
Sundaram Clayton: Chinmay Parikh bought 2.34 lakh shares. (Positive)
Bajaj Electricals: Company acquires rights for Morphy Richards. (Positive)
Omaxe: RERA approval received for two commercial projects. (Positive)
Sugar stocks: Government allocates additional sugar export quota. (Positive)
Zydus Lifesciences: Sentynl Therapeutics enters pact with PRG S&T to licence molecule for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome. (Positive)
AGI Infra: Wiinancce Financial bought 9.10 lakh shares at ₹305.29 per share. (Positive)
MSP Steel: Shree Vinay Finvest bought 9.03 lakh shares. (Positive)
NCC: Sirisha Projects bought 4.26 lakh shares. (Positive)
Bharat Forge: Company subsidiary JS Auto completes ₹300 crore fundraise; PI Opportunities Fund buys 23 per cent stake. (Neutral)
Sagar Cements: Company to sell 7.24 per cent stake in Andhra Cements via OFS. (Neutral)
Waaree Energies: Completes acquisition of United Solar Holding. (Neutral)
Quess Corp: Lohit Bhatia reappointed as Group CEO. (Neutral)
Leela Palaces Hotels: Company to invest ₹231 crore in luxury arm. (Neutral)
Adani Enterprises: NCLT approval received to merge green tech and emerging biz arms. (Neutral)
Atlanta Electricals: Atlanta Trafo receives approval to convert from private to public limited company. (Neutral)
HUDCO: Board to meet on March 23 to consider fourth interim dividend and annual resource plan for FY27. (Neutral)
GSK Pharma: Juby Chandy resigns from positions of CFO and Whole-Time Director. (Neutral)
Dixon Technologies: Company to provide corporate guarantee of $10 million in favour of Foxlink. (Neutral)
India Cements: Company to acquire 10.8 per cent stake in First Energy 8 for ₹18.7 crore. (Neutral)
- March 17, 2026 08:01
Stock market
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Power Mech Projects: Company bags order worth ₹709 crore from Adani Infrastructure. (Positive)
Carborundum Universal: Company starts commercial production of cutting and grinding wheels at new Hosur facility. (Positive)
Cipla: Fennec and Cipla settle Pedmark patent case; lawsuit dismissed. (Positive)
GMDC: Company signs MoU with NMDC Limited to explore strategic collaboration in the rare earth elements (REE) sector. (Positive)
RVNL: Company receives LoA from NMDC for refurbishment at Kirandul and Bacheli worth ₹95.27 crore. (Positive)
L&T Tech: Company launches AI-powered digital twin platform for lung diagnostics. It combines medtech expertise with Nvidia AI infrastructure for enhanced outcomes. (Positive)
Sun Pharma: Company announces US FDA acceptance of supplemental biologics licence application (sBLA) for Ilumya® (Tildrakizumab-asmn) for treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis. (Positive)
Asian Energy Services: Operation and maintenance contract extended by Vedanta for one year to March 31, 2027. (Positive)
Tata Motors CV: Company announces price increase to offset rising commodity prices and input costs. (Positive)
- March 17, 2026 08:00
Review
Bitcoin enters accumulation phase with steady demand: Pi42
Bitcoin is showing early signs of entering a structural accumulation phase. On-chain data indicates steady buyer absorption and a continued decline in exchange balances.
Investors appear to be moving assets into long-term custody even as prices hold near the psychologically important $70,000 zone.
Renewed institutional participation through ETF inflows and visible whale accumulation is also helping build a stronger demand base. This comes despite global macro uncertainty.
For investors, this phase calls for disciplined positioning rather than chasing short-term price spikes.
Gradual allocation strategies such as staggered buying, maintaining adequate liquidity buffers, and focusing on long-term portfolio balance can help navigate ongoing volatility.
Watching key resistance levels around $73,000 to $75,000 will be important. A sustained move above this range could indicate the next expansion cycle, while consolidation in the near term remains likely.
— Avinash Shekhar, Co-Founder & CEO, Pi42
- March 17, 2026 07:59
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: Flat opening seen domestic markets
Flat opening seen domestic markets
Analysts flag volatility risks from FII outflows, geopolitical tensions and potential oil price rebound
- March 17, 2026 07:52
Stock market
These 15 stocks to remain in focus on Monday
These 15 stocks to remain in focus on Monday
Stay updated on market movements with key stocks like RIL, Tata Motors, and PSU companies to watch this Monday.
- March 17, 2026 07:09
Ipo
GSP Crop Science IPO sees modest Day 1 subscription at 0.47x, driven by QIB demand
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of GSP Crop Science Limited was subscribed 0.47 times on the first day of bidding. This demonstrated strong demand from qualified institutional buyers.
The issue received bids for 42,37,658 equity shares against the 89,47,367 equity shares offered, according to data available on the stock exchanges.
The qualified institutional buyers (QIB) portion was subscribed 1.28 times. The non-institutional investors portion and retail portion were subscribed 0.28 times and 0.11 times, respectively.
The issue opened for subscription on Monday, March 16, 2026, and will close on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. A day before the opening of the issue, GSP Crop Science Limited had raised ₹120 crore from anchor investors.
(Note: The last paragraph appears unrelated to GSP Crop Science Limited, as leading brokerage firms like Adroit Financial Services, BP Equities, Marwadi Financial Services and Ventura Securities have given their “Subscribe” recommendation to Rajputana Stainless Limited, not GSP Crop Science. This portion has been removed to avoid confusion and repetition.)
- March 17, 2026 06:57
Technicalcallbuy
Today’s Stock Recommendation: March 17, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:56
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: Fund Flow Activity: 16 March 2026 (Rs. In Cr.)
Turnover : (NSE + BSE)
F&O Volume: 255272.26 + 3316491.04 Total: 3571763.3
Provisional Cash: Only NSE
FII/FPI: NET SELL: -8775.05
(11224.91 – 19999.96)
DII: NET BUY: +11821.97
(23948.22 – 12126.25)
- March 17, 2026 06:56
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT NIFTY 23,609 ➕ 223.50 ⬆️ (0.96%)
- March 17, 2026 06:55
Stock Market Live Updates: Dow Jones Industrial Average: 46,985.80 ➕ 427.33 (0.92%) ⬆️
- March 17, 2026 06:55
NSE
Stock Market Live Updates: Sectoral Performance | March 16, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:54
NSE
Stock Market Live Updates: Closing Bell | March 16, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:53
Stock market
Stock Market Live Updates: LPG vessel, Shivalik arrival at LPG terminal Mundra Port today. With total Quantity 46000MT.
20000MT will be unloaded at Mundra and 26000MT will be unloaded at Mangalore..
Vessel is carrying the liquid LPG ordered by IOC L.
- March 17, 2026 06:52
Stock market
Global Equities’ Update
The U.S. equity index futures opened higher rebounding from a bruising last week, as investors assessed an ongoing U.S.-Israeli assault on Iran which is entering its third week. The European markets also recovered from day’s low while focus would be on the press conference from the U.S. president that scheduled around 09:15 pm India time after closed door meeting.
The U.S. treasury yields fell sharply as Crude prices continued to trade at day’s low. The metal prices recovered amid the weakness of the U.S. Dollar in opening session.
Dow Future (US): 46992, +432.0 points/ +0.93%
Nasdaq Future (US): 24676, +396.0 points/ +1.21%
US Small Cap 2000 Future (US): 2520.0, +40.0 points/ +1.60%
FTSE Future (UK): 10342.0, +88.0 points/ +0.86%
DAX Future (Germany): 23644.0, +203.0 points/ +0.87%
CAC Future (France): 7922, +20.0 points/ +0.25%
Gift Nifty: (India) 23528, +143.0 points/ +0.61%
- March 17, 2026 06:51
Stock market
Day Trading Guide for March 17, 2026: Intraday supports, resistances for Nifty50 stocks
Day Trading Guide for March 17, 2026: Intraday supports, resistances for Nifty50 stocks
Explore key intraday supports and resistances for Nifty50 stocks with trade recommendations in this comprehensive day trading guide.
- March 17, 2026 06:49
Technicalcallbuy
Stock to buy today: Adani Power (₹154.10) – BUY
Stock to buy today: Adani Power (₹154.10) – BUY
Buy Adani Power shares at ₹154; target ₹185 with bullish short-term outlook and strategic stop-loss guidance.
Published on March 17, 2026
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