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  • newBank of Baroda shares fall 2% after Q1 earnings. Why are brokerages slashing target prices?
    Bank of Baroda shares fell after a sharp 72% drop in Q1 net profit due to a one-off NMC Health settlement. Brokerages cut target prices despite stable core performance. Margins, fee income and upcoming ECL norms remain key concerns, though asset quality and loan growth trends offer some support.
    - 1 hour ago 27 Jul 26, 9:43am -
  • newTata Consumer shares jump 3% after Q1 results. Here’s why Nomura, Motilal see strong upside potential
    Tata Consumer Products shares rose 3% after the FMCG major reported a 27.8% YoY jump in Q1 FY27 net profit to Rs 427 crore, while revenue increased 11.9% to Rs 5,349 crore. Brokerages remain bullish, with Nomura reiterating a Buy rating and raising its target price to Rs 1,475, citing calibrated price hikes, margin resilience and expectations of sustained double-digit sales growth.
    - 1 hour ago 27 Jul 26, 9:38am -
  • newHindustan Zinc shares gain 2% as Q1 net profit soars 145% YoY. Should you buy, sell or hold?
    Hindustan Zinc shares: The company posted a robust Q1 FY27 performance, prompting several brokerages to reiterate their 'Buy' ratings. The Vedanta Group firm's net profit jumped 145% YoY to Rs 5,469 crore, while revenue surged 77% YoY to Rs 13,747 crore. Total expenses rose 33% YoY to Rs 6,749 crore, reflecting higher operating activity during the quarter.
    - 1 hour ago 27 Jul 26, 9:31am -
  • newIDFC First Bank shares soar 9% after Q1 profit jumps 132% to Rs 1,075 crore. What are analysts saying?
    IDFC First Bank share price gained 9% after it reported its highest-ever quarterly profit after tax of Rs 1,075 crore. Net interest income rose 21.1% year-on-year, and net interest margin also improved. Gross non-performing assets fell to 1.51%, showing further improvement in asset quality. The bank received claims worth Rs 514.8 crore under the CGFMU scheme. Management remains focused on building a high-quality banking institution with strong governance.
    - 2 hours ago 27 Jul 26, 8:54am -
  • newAU Small Finance Bank shares rally 5% as Q1 PAT jumps 37% to Rs 796 crore, NII up 32% YoY
    AU Small Finance Bank share price jumped 5% after it reported a 37% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 796 crore for the June quarter, driven by strong growth in net interest income and advances. The lender also announced July 31, 2026, as the record date for its proposed final dividend and elevated COO Yogesh Jain as Deputy CEO.
    - 2 hours ago 27 Jul 26, 8:37am -
  • newUS market drag keeps Dr Reddy's, Cipla under pressure despite strong product pipeline
    Indian pharmaceutical firms experienced a challenging June quarter, marked by declining US business profits. Dr Reddy's and Cipla saw significant drops in their net profits and operating margins. However, their domestic businesses continued to perform well, offering a positive outlook. Obesity therapies and specialty product launches are expected to drive future growth for these companies. Analysts have consequently reduced earnings forecasts for the upcoming fiscal years.
    - 4 hours ago 27 Jul 26, 6:43am -
  • 1,500 ships trapped in Gulf of Hormuz is quietly multiplying an underwater army that could unleash World's biggest bioinvasion event
    Gulf of Hormuz underwater army: Nearly fifteen hundred ships stuck in the Persian Gulf after fighting closed the Strait of Hormuz. These idle vessels are now becoming breeding grounds for marine invasive species, whose build-up of organisms on ship hulls increases fuel consumption significantly. Scientists urge stricter rules to prevent a major bioinvasion event.
    - 3 days ago 24 Jul 26, 9:04am -
  • Argentina vs Spain FIFA World Cup Final to be replayed? Petition for a rematch crosses 60,000 signatures
    FIFA World Cup Final Rematch Petition: An online petition urges FIFA to replay the 2026 World Cup Final after Argentine fans' concerns. Supporters allege irregularities during the match, but Change.org petitions hold no official power. FIFA regulations do not permit replays based on fan dissatisfaction or online signatures. This follows a similar French petition after their semifinal loss to Spain. Despite the petition, many Argentine fans celebrated their team's journey to the final.
    - 4 days ago 23 Jul 26, 3:03pm -
  • He baked potato in aluminium foil, and ate it next morning after microwaving it. Hours later, he was paralysed, doctor explains why
    How Potato became a biological trap: A routine kitchen shortcut involving foil-wrapped baked potatoes led to paralysis. This common practice can incubate dangerous botulism-causing bacteria overnight. Reheating leftovers in a microwave does not neutralize the potent botulinum toxin. Nerve damage from this poisoning requires extensive and uncertain recovery periods. Prompt refrigeration of potatoes after baking prevents this severe medical emergency.
    - 4 days ago 23 Jul 26, 1:09pm -
  • What is a 'Dystopian Nightmare'? The psychology behind the viral trend
    Dystopian nightmare meaning: The internet widely uses "dystopian nightmare" to label unsettling real-life events. This trend reflects a psychological pattern of noticing threats and processing anxieties. Social media algorithms amplify this content, creating a shared cultural experience. It serves as a coping mechanism for uncertainties like AI and climate change. This collective expression helps people feel less isolated by their worries.
    - 4 days ago 23 Jul 26, 11:57am -
  • New Jersey voter registration controversy explained: How 6,600 noncitizens got on the rolls, and what happens next
    New Jersey Registered Voters News: New Jersey's Motor Vehicle Commission mistakenly registered thousands of noncitizens to vote. A software issue caused this error, affecting registrations in 2023 and 2024. Fewer than 400 of these individuals actually cast ballots in elections. Officials are now removing these wrongful registrations and investigating the cause. This incident highlights concerns about automatic voter registration systems nationwide.
    - 5 days ago 22 Jul 26, 9:16am -
  • Bonus, dividends and stock splits: Bharti Airtel, Hero MotoCorp among 88 stocks turning ex-date this week. Do you own any?
    Investors must hold shares in their demat accounts on the respective record dates to be eligible. Here is the complete day-wise list of key corporate actions to track.
    - 8 days ago 19 Jul 26, 1:55pm -
  • Will Sensex, Nifty extend gains on Monday? Q1 earnings, global tech selloff among 6 factors to steer D-St this week
    Dalal Street ended the week on a strong note, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining over 1% on Friday. Investors will track six key market triggers this week, including the peak of the Q1 earnings season, the escalating Iran-US conflict, surging crude oil prices, the global tech selloff, rupee movement and FII flows. Analysts remain cautiously optimistic on market sentiment.
    - 8 days ago 19 Jul 26, 9:37am -
  • In 1928, a German architect proposed draining the Mediterranean Sea to create a Eurafrican supercontinent Atlantropa. Here's why
    Herman Sörgel proposed damming the Mediterranean Sea to create new land. This ambitious Atlantropa project aimed to generate vast hydroelectric power. The plan envisioned a unified Europe and Africa connected by infrastructure. However, engineering challenges and political will prevented its construction. The idea resurfaces today as a fascinating historical "what if".
    - 9 days ago 18 Jul 26, 3:50pm -
  • India-UK CETA takes effect: First zero-duty Indian coffee, jewellery consignments reach UK shores
    The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement has officially come into force. Zero-duty consignments of Indian jewellery and coffee have now landed in the United Kingdom. This landmark pact is expected to significantly boost bilateral trade between the two nations. Businesses anticipate substantial growth and increased market competitiveness following the agreement. The pact aims to strengthen supply chains and support job creation across both countries.
    - 11 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:56pm -

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