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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On 4 March, the Sensex and Nifty declined due to the impact of new US tariffs on major trading partners such as China, Canada, and Mexico. These tariffs unsettled global markets and hurt investor confidence.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Indian stock markets opened with a gap-down on 4 March, setting a weak tone for the day. After an initial dip, the benchmark Nifty 50 moved sideways, consolidating within a narrow range throughout the session.

Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) is considering a plan to ease restrictions on short-selling — a trading strategy betting on a decline in prices of an asset-- on most stocks. In a recent meeting of the regulator-appointed secondary market advisory committee (SMAC), the proposal was discussed after broking industry officials highlighted that the market watchdog's January 2024 proposal to bar short-selling in stocks that are not in the future and options segment had caused uncertainty. The new recommendations, if implemented, could allow short-selling in all stocks, barring those in the trade-to-trade, or T2T, segment, said sources with direct knowledge of the matter. Sebi officials, during the discussions, agreed to give the plan another thought, they said. An email to Sebi went unanswered till press time.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. BSE Ltd stock is down about 20% since closing at ₹5,609 on 24 February, owing to a new consultation paper from markets regulator Sebi later that day. The fear is clear: trading volumes may drop further if Sebi’s recommendations are implemented.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. In mid-January, the Centre announced the formation of the 8th Pay Commission to set future pay and allowances for central government employees. The previous pay commission was formed in 2013, and its recommendations, impacting both defence and civilian personnel, came into effect in 2016.

Small-cap mutual funds declined by 20% over the last six months, according to an analysis of the category's performance. There were around 28 funds during this period. During this time, the Mahindra Manulife Small Cap Fund suffered the largest loss of approximately 24.69%. The HSBC Small Cap Fund and LIC MF Small Cap Fund delivered losses of 23.48% and 23.45%, respectively.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. • Ahluwalia Contracts: Buy above ₹665, stop ₹653, target ₹715 This counter from real estate industry has found some strong supports after the recent decline and the price rose steadily on Monday. A rise in volumes could now result in a revival.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On March 3, Indian stock indices closed slightly lower amid high market volatility. Mixed signals, including positive domestic data like improved GDP figures and increased GST collections, were overshadowed by global trade uncertainties and concerns over the Ukraine peace deal.

The Nifty futures closed negatively with losses of 0.06% at 22,267 levels on Monday. India VIX fell by more than 1% to close at 13.76 in the previous trading session.

Coforge shares will be in focus on Tuesday, March 4, as the company’s board meets to evaluate a proposal for altering its share capital through a stock split or subdivision of its existing equity shares with a face value of Rs 10 each. «The meeting of the Board of Directors of the company is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, March 04, 2025, inter alia, to consider the proposal for altering the share capital of the company by subdivision/split of the existing equity shares of face value Rs 10/- each, fully paid-up, in such a manner as may be determined by the Board of Directors, subject to the approval of the shareholders and any approvals, as may be required under applicable law,» the company said in an exchange filing.

RBL Bank shares will be in focus on Tuesday after the private sector lender confirmed that Maharashtra State GST officials conducted searches at three of its offices under Section 67 of the Maharashtra Goods and Services Tax (MGST) Act, 2017. The bank stated that the proceedings are ongoing and that it is fully cooperating with authorities by providing the requested data.

liver fat by 30%, according to the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL). The expert body has released its first clinical guideline for managing metabolic-dysfunction associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD), emphasizing the role of exercise in improving liver health.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. • Cartrade Tech: Buy at ₹1,530, stop ₹1,505, target ₹1,650-1,690 After undergoing some profit booking, prices have slipped into a strong set of supports that are indicating that the trends are looking to head higher once again. With the strong rise seen on Friday some demand is emerging at lower levels.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. On Friday, the market started the day on a weak note with a gap-down opening, immediately setting a bearish tone. Nifty breached the critical psychological support of 22,500, triggering heavy selling pressure that persisted throughout the session.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. New Delhi: The Centre has approved nearly 97% of the amount allocated to states under the Special Assistance scheme, which provides interest-free loans for 50 years to states, during the first 10 months of the ongoing fiscal year, two people aware of the matter told Mint. The amount approved is ₹1.22 trillion.

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals is recalling close to 15 lakh bottles of a generic medication used in the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in the US market, according to the US health regulator. Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc, USA, a subsidiary of the Mumbai-based drug maker, is recalling around 14.76 lakh bottles of Atomoxetine Capsules in multiple strengths. The company is recalling the affected lot due to «CGMP Deviations», the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) said in its latest Enforcement Report. The recall is due to «presence of N-Nitroso Atomoxetine impurity above the FDA recommended limit,» it added.

HPCL, the government headhunter struggled to find a suitable candidate for the top job at Bharat Petroleum, as most applicants were narrow specialists lacking multidisciplinary experience needed to run a large organisation. The Public Enterprise Selection Board (PESB) last month interviewed a dozen candidates including BPCL Director (Finance) Vetsa Ramakrishna Gupta and its Director (Refineries) S Khanna but found none suitable for the job of chairman and managing director of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), according to a PESB order. It advised the administrative ministry «to choose an appropriate course of further action for selection including the search cum selection committee,» according to the order. Incumbent G Krishnakumar superannuates as chairman and managing director of BPCL on April 30 this year.

Delhi Police to withdraw a case against former JNUSU vice president Shehla Rashid Shora for her tweets on the Army, police sources said. Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Anuj Kumar Singh passed the order on February 27 on an application moved by the prosecution, which claimed that Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena has withdrawn his sanction to prosecute Shora. According to the application, the LG order came on the recommendation of a Screening Committee.

Experts recommend that the average adult consume between 0.8 and 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight. For instance, if you weigh around 68 kg (150 pounds), you should aim for 55-68 grams of protein daily. For those who are highly active, such as athletes, weightlifters or people with physically demanding jobs, increasing protein intake can be beneficial. Similarly, older adults at risk of muscle loss (sarcopenia) may require additional protein to maintain strength.