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As we progress into the final quarter of FY25, multiple factors are reinforcing the sector’s positive trajectory.

Maha Kumbh was fit for bathing, based on statistical analysis. The report, dated February 28 and uploaded on the tribunal's website on March 7, highlights that variations in water sample data required a detailed statistical review to assess overall river water quality. The CPCB conducted water monitoring twice a week from January 12, including auspicious bathing days, at five locations on the Ganga and two on the Yamuna. The report noted significant fluctuations in key water quality parameters such as pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), and fecal coliform (FC) levels across different dates and locations. An expert committee reviewed the data variations and concluded that factors such as human activities, river flow, sampling depth, and current mixing influenced the readings. «The data represents a snapshot of water quality at a specific location and time and may vary significantly,» the report stated.

Reliance Industries and Tata Consultancy Services emerging as the biggest gainers. Last week, the BSE Sensex climbed 1,134.48 points or 1.55 per cent, and the NSE Nifty rose 427.8 points or 1.93 per cent. The market capitalisation (mcap) of Reliance Industries surged by Rs 66,985.25 crore to Rs 16,90,328.70 crore.

Sunil Subramaniam attributed the recent uptick to domestic fund managers selectively deploying their cash reserves despite sustained selling by foreign institutional investors (FIIs). «This week, the reason for the slight uptick is that domestic fund managers, who are still sitting on a lot of cash, have engaged in some selective buying. FIIs have continued their selling,» he stated.

secondary market. This slowdown in IPO activity is reflected in the numbers, as only five companies went public in January and four in February, compared to 16 listings in December 2024. Quality Power Electrical Equipment Ltd was the recent IPO which opened for three-day bidding on February 14. However, the trend of slower activity is evident as at least three companies — Advanced Sys-tek, SFC Environmental Technologies, and Viney Corporation — withdrew IPO plans by pulling their draft papers in January and February.

Robert Kiyosaki, author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has once again voiced his skepticism toward traditional financial systems, this time targeting Bitcoin ETFs. In his latest tweet, he reaffirmed his belief in holding physical assets like gold, silver, and Bitcoin rather than investing in ETFs, which he described as «fake.» Kiyosaki has long warned about economic instability and the risks of traditional investments. He believes financial institutions, particularly Wall Street, are designed to keep investors «financially naive.» According to him, true financial security comes from owning real assets, not relying on ETFs, which he claims lack intrinsic value.

Corporate India on the whole, is still at a ‘progressive’ stage (L2), finds the analysis of 251 organisations, including 40 Nifty100 Companies and 8 of the top 10 Indian business houses, by talent and leadership consulting firm BasilTree Consulting — where organisations have formal strategies and defined initiatives, but DEI is yet to become a true business driver. Over a third of companies are still at the ‘emerging’ stage (L1), treating DEI as compliance-led and event-driven, while only a small fraction has reached a ‘transformative’ (L4) stage, where inclusion is embedded into culture, strategy, and measurable business impact. The more mature companies – belonging to the Nifty-100 list, are in the L3 bracket.

Tata Capital is likely to file preliminary papers with markets regulator Sebi to raise USD 2 billion (over Rs 17,000 crore) through an initial public offering (IPO) only after getting final approval from the NCLT for Tata Motors Finance merger with the company, according to sources. At this size, the company is expected to be valued at around $11 billion, they said. The final order is awaited from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), which is expected to be closed by the end of this financial year (FY25), sources said.

Indian stocks even after an unprecedented losing streak has lowered equity valuations. That’s because the market is still grappling with challenges posed by an economic slowdown, profit downgrades and potential US tariffs. Traders looking for bargains within Asia are gravitating toward still-cheap Chinese equities, which are in the middle of a bull run sparked by developments in artificial intelligence.

Nifty breaking a three-week losing streak and closing nearly 2% higher despite weak global cues amid the rising threat of tariff wars with multiple trading partners. This rebound was driven by encouraging macroeconomic indicators, a fall in the dollar index, and liquidity infusion by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). “The metal, capital goods, and energy sectors outperformed due to optimism over China's stimulus and lower crude oil prices. A fall in the dollar index also boosted investor sentiment towards emerging markets, while the US equity markets have declined due to uncertainty over Trump's economic policies,” said Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services.

FPIs) have continued their selling spree in Indian equities in March, with total equity outflows amounting to Rs 24,753 crore as of March 7, taking the total to Rs 137354 crore in CY25 so far. However, the pace of selling appears to have slowed down slightly in recent sessions, according to market experts.

investor confidence. Amidst this turbulence, seasoned market expert Punita Kumar Sinha of Pacific Paradigm Advisors shared her perspective in an ETNow interaction, offering a grounded take on valuations, FII movements, and key sectors to watch. While the market is no longer overheated, it hasn’t exactly become a bargain hunter’s paradise either.

women investors make their mark in the financial world, it is important to explore the factors of this shift, the development of their investment strategy, and the wider influence of their increasing presence in shaping contemporary finance.

This progress is evident in corporate leadership, where women in India make up 21% of directors of the TOP 200 companies, an increase from 19% in 2023, according to a Russell Reynolds Associates study—a trend that is no longer just driven by regulatory requirements. This shift is not limited to boardrooms; women are making significant strides across traditionally male-dominated fields, reflecting a broader transformation in both corporate and economic leadership.

Women are making waves in the world of finance, which is an exciting development of the last few years. While women now account for 22% of India’s stock market investors (a significant 6.8x surge since 2015), many are still letting their hard-earned money sit idle. It's time for more women to take charge of their financial futures. Research by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) shows that 17% of female investors across B30 and T30 cities are now regularly contributing to SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans). More women are entering the stock market and their share of mutual fund industry assets has grown significantly in the last few years. This growth is powered by increased financial literacy, rising financial independence, and more women entering the workforce. Thanks to initiatives by SEBI, fund houses are now hosting women-centric educational sessions, making investing more accessible and empowering for women.

volatility into global stock markets, with India finding itself in the crosshairs of the U.S. president’s push for trade realignment. With India’s effective tariff rate on U.S. goods at 9.5%, compared to the 3% that the U.S. imposes on Indian goods, the threat of reciprocal tariffs looms large, sparking concerns across key industries, from automobiles and pharmaceuticals to textiles and steel. Even after this week's relief rally, Nifty is still down around 14% from peak while smallcaps and microcaps are locked in bear market territory as FIIs have pulled out over $15 billion from Indian stocks in 2025 alone.

assets, maintaining trust and transparency remain at the core of any crypto exchange which aims to retain user confidence and address any concerns that investors might have while navigating this dynamic space. Demonstrating adequate proof of reserves provides players with a reliable and verifiable method to show they possess sufficient funds to cover all customer deposits By disclosing reserve data, exchanges can assure users that their funds are secure. This becomes important to prevent panic withdrawals and build user trust, which is fundamental in any financial ecosystem. The utility of such measures is greatly amplified today, given that there have been some cases where crypto platforms lacked the necessary financial backing, resulting in significant losses for users.

Gensol Engineering on Friday announced that they will be considering and approving a stock split of the company’s shares from a face value of Rs 10 in its upcoming board meeting scheduled on March 13. “Pursuant to regulation 29 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulation, 2015, notice is hereby given that a meeting of Board of Director of the Company will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025, inter alia; To consider the proposal for alteration in the share capital of the Company by way of sub-division/ split of the existing Equity Shares of the face value Rs. 10/- each, fully paid-up, in such manner as may be determined by the Board of Directors subject to approval of the shareholders of the Company and any regulatory/ statutory approvals, as may be required under applicable law,” the company said in an exchange filing.

Employers use H-1B visas to hire foreign-born scientists, engineers and other highly skilled individuals. Obtaining H-1B status is typically the only practical way a high-skilled foreign national, including an international student, can work long term in the United States. H-1B visa registration for FY2026 opened on March 7, 2025, and will run until March 24, 2025. ALSO READ: H-1B visa: How the US policy shift may not rock the boat for Indian engineers

Gensol Engineering’s promoters announced on Friday that they have sold 2.37% of the total equity in the company, amounting to 9 lakh shares, to ‘unlock liquidity and reinvest in the business.’ This move comes after the stock plunged 70% over the last eight trading sessions. In a separate filing, the board also disclosed plans to consider a stock split and explore fundraising options, including equity issuance, foreign currency convertible bonds, and other financial instruments, during its upcoming board meeting on March 13.

A gradual recovery in Nifty in the short term is anticipated, though the uptrend is likely to be slow with periods of consolidation, says Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities. On the upside, the index may climb toward 23,600, and a decisive breakout above this level could push it further toward 24,100, he said.