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Domestic benchmark index NSE Nifty ended 105.11 points up at 23591.95, while the BSE Sensex closed 317.93 points up at 77606.43.

These high-performing stocks that rallied more than 10% during the session included, Aegis Logistics(14.90%), Everlon Synth(14.76%), Sharp Investments(14.49%), Garware Tech(13.71%), BEML(13.59%), DRC Systems India(11.93%), STC India(11.63%), GPT Infraproj(10.89%), Investment & Precision Castings(10.77%) and Orient Refractories(10.60%).

Shares of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.(up 3.98 per cent), Ipca Laboratories Ltd.(up 2.57 per cent), Mankind Pharma Ltd.(up 2.02 per cent), Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.(up 0.59 per cent) and Divi's Laboratories Ltd.(up 0.58 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

On the BSE, Ishaan Infrastru(down 19.93 per cent), Capri Global(down 15.59 per cent), Dr. Lalchandani Labs(down 15.45 per cent), Nxtdigital(down 14.82 per cent) and Cybele Ind(down 14.72 per cent) stood among the top losers in today's trade.

Shares of Persistent Systems Ltd.(up 2.26 per cent), Wipro Ltd.(up 1.8 per cent), Coforge Ltd.(up 1.01 per cent), LTIMindtree Ltd.(up 0.79 per cent) and Tech Mahindra Ltd.(up 0.54 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

Benchmark NSE Nifty closed 105.11 points up at 23591.95 amid buying in frontline bluechip counters.

The NSE Nifty index ended the session 105.11 points up at 23591.95, while BSE Sensex rose 317.93 points to 77606.43.

Shares of Hero MotoCorp Ltd.(up 3.46 per cent), TVS Motor Company Ltd.(up 1.09 per cent), Bosch Ltd.(up 1.01 per cent) and Exide Industries Ltd.(up 0.27 per cent) ended the day as top gainers in the pack.

H3C, has flagged potential shortages of Nvidia's H20 chip, the most advanced AI processor legally available domestically under U.S. export controls, in a client notice seen by Reuters. The potential supply crunch could create obstacles for China's artificial intelligence ambitions at a time when its tech firms are aggressively expanding their investments in AI. «H20's international supply chain faces significant uncertainties,» the company said in Tuesday's notice, adding that current inventory was nearly depleted.

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On Wednesday, the BSE Bankex index closed 1% lower, having rallied 7.7% in the previous seven sessions. Meanwhile, the BSE Information Technology index also dropped by over 1% in the last session, following a 4.7% surge between March 17 and 25.

«This is pulling back investment and it is likely to have slightly inflationary impacts in the US in particular, which means slightly more elevated interest rates and this is going to impact Asia-Pacific through tighter monetary policy,» says Vishrut Rana, S&P Global Ratings. Let me first up ask you about the tariffs, the impact that this is going to have globally. We have been getting a lot of commentary. At one point in time you think that Trump is going to go all out, all aggressive. This morning you got comments where he said April 2nd is when he will put the reciprocal tariffs, but they will be lenient. How should one read into all of these developments and react to that? Vishrut Rana: Indeed in these highly uncertain times a lot to watch out for. So, the impact of tariffs on the global economy is going to be significant. We think that it is already having an impact in terms of delaying investment plans for firms across the region until there is more clarity in terms of where the trade tensions are going to materialise.

Donald Trump had a hilarious exchange with a reporter wearing a mask. While speaking to the press in the Oval Office, President Trump drew attention to a journalist wearing a mask. The reporter asked Trump a question about California, to which he responded: «You know, I haven't seen a mask in so long, you're wearing a mask!» He sarcastically added, «That's so nice of you. I haven't seen anybody wearing a mask in a long time, it's good. You feel more comfortable right, good, that's good.» The exchange came as Trump signed a new executive order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on imports of automobiles and certain auto parts. Trump indicated this was to end unfair trade practices and protect the United States’ national security.

Xi Jinping is making China’s presence more felt across the Indo-Pacific region by testing US allies on sensitive issues, as Donald Trump’s attention is taken up elsewhere. From sending warships off Australia’s coast for unprecedented shooting drills to flying a record number of “grey zone” balloons around Taiwan, and putting pressure on Thailand over human rights issues, Beijing is ramping up efforts to project power in the region. China also issued a strongly worded warning on Taiwan to Tokyo — which doesn’t officially recognize Taipei — against “colluding” with separatists. Trump’s sudden embrace of Russia, skepticism of NATO allies and tariffs that punish friendly nations have fueled concerns about the US as a reliable security partner in Asia, where Washington has for decades provided a buffer to Beijing.

PLI) for domestic manufacturing of auto components, semiconductors, and electrolysers, have reduced supply chain dependence on external sources and increased the country’s domestic manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, as global supply chains look to diversify their manufacturing and supply sources, the “friendshoring” strategy has provided a strong impetus to India’s manufacturing and export sectors due to its positive trade disposition and deep talent pool. India is revamping its logistics sector by integrating technological solutions like ICEGATE, ULIP, and E-way bills to automate and optimise processes. Digitalisation, augmented connectivity, and cutting-edge innovations such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Global Positioning System (GPS) are enhancing operational efficiency by providing transparency and reducing costs. A robust logistics sector drives economic integration by connecting regions and enabling seamless trade, which is essential for a strong national economy, allowing India to harness its full potential and achieve sustainable progress. In this context integrated logistics solutions with global connectivity are crucial for enabling emerging businesses to gain market access, scale up and succeed. Supporting emerging businesses with resilient supply chains

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US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday 25 percent tariffs «on all cars that are not made in the United States» effective 12:01 am eastern time on April 3. «We have to think about appropriate measures following this announcement. Naturally, we will consider all options,» Ishiba told parliament. «Japan has made significant investments and significant job creation, which doesn't apply to all countries… We are the number one (country) in investment in the United States,» Ishiba added. «The US president's understanding on this is significantly deepening. However, various things are happening, so we are considering all kinds of countermeasures, and those exist as our options.»

Bharat Forge are expected to be in focus on Thursday following its contract with the Ministry of Defence for the procurement of 155mm/52 Calibre Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS) and High Mobility Vehicle 6x6 Gun Towing Vehicles respectively. The total contract is worth Rs 6,900 crore and Tata Advanced System is another company which is part of the agreement. The government has so far signed contracts worth Rs 1.40 lakh crore in the current financial year 2024-25, a defence ministry release said.

Sunteck Realty will likely be in focus on Thursday after the company informed exchanges about its decision to invest approximately $10-20 million in Sunteck Lifestyle International Private Limited (SLIPL) in the form of equity or preference shares or any other convertible securities in one or more tranches. SLIPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the company.

Muhammad Yunus is due in China on Wednesday at the start of a four-day visit during which he is expected to seek financial support and sign MoUs to boost his country’s sagging economy amid dwindling support from the US under President Donald Trump. India will keep a close watch if Yunus agrees to any Chinese military presence particularly in any airfield closer to the border area. Additional Chinese support for Bangladesh armed forces and any enhanced Chinese military presence in the Bay of Bengal will also be closely monitored, according to Bangladesh watchers. Yunus will attend the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2025 in Boao, Hainan province, and hold bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on March 28. Boosting economic relations with China will be a central focus of this visit, sources in Dhaka said. Yunus will later speak at Peking University, where he will reportedly be presented with an honorary doctorate. China, while engaged with Dhaka under the Hasina government and earlier with the BNP regime, is keen to keep Yunus in good humour for its economic and strategic interests in the Bay of Bengal region. As per a report in Bangladesh’s leading English newspaper The Daily Star, China and Bangladesh are planning to sign at least eight MoUs on trade, culture, upgrading Mongla Port and water management. The Sheikh Hasina government had given India access to the Mongla Port.