Aluminiums spectacular rally in India: Whats driving the rally above 320/kg and what lies ahead

INDIA COMMODITIES | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:38AM IST Indias aluminium prices hit record highs in early 2026, tracking LMEs surge above $3,000/ton, driven by tight global supply, Chinas capacity limits, high energy costs, tariffs, and strong Indian demand, keeping domestic premiums elevated and outlook volatile through the year.

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Reliance Inds clocks PAT of Rs 22,290 crore in Q3 FY26

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:31AM IST Reliance Industries (RIL) has reported 1.6% rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 22,290 crore on 10% increase in gross revenue to Rs 293,829 crore in Q3 FY26 as compared with Q3 FY25.

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Torrent Pharma Raises 12,500 cr via Bonds for Buyout of JB Chemicals

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:28AM IST Torrent Pharmaceuticals has successfully raised 12,500 crore via debentures, a strategic move to finance its takeover of JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals. By issuing commercial papers and non-convertible debentures with varying maturities, Torrent attracted investments from mutual funds, insurance firms, and pension funds. This financing decision underscores Torrent's ambition to enhance its market presence and broaden its therapeutic offerings.

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RBI bans advance remittances for bullion imports in new forex rules

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:26AM IST The Reserve Bank of India has stopped advance payments for gold and silver imports. This move aims to prevent money laundering. Banks will now play a key role in monitoring all import payments. New rules also simplify trade for businesses. These changes take effect from October 1. Stricter rules will apply for future advance payments if contracts are not met.

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Q3FY26 results: HDFC, ICICI, Yes Bank, JK Cement among 22 firms on Jan 17

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:25AM IST Q3FY26 company results: Firms including Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, IDBI Bank, RBL Bank, Oswal Yarns, and Netweb Technologies are also to release their October-December earnings reports today

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Rupee posts worst fall in 2 month on US dollar demand

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:21AM IST In a dramatic turn, the Indian rupee plunged significantly, marking its steepest decline in over two months. This downturn was fueled by heightened dollar demand tied to off-market trades nearing maturity. The Reserve Bank of India stepped in but chose not to thwart the rupee's descent. Meanwhile, bond yields surged, reaching heights not seen in the last ten months.

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Bitcoin is a safe asset only until decrypted: Chris Wood

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:17AM IST Chris Wood, the equity strategist from Jefferies, has voiced significant concerns regarding Bitcoin's security in the face of advancing quantum technology. Following this revelation, he has decided to exclude Bitcoin from his investment strategy, shifting his focus to gold and shares in gold mining companies.

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SAT overturns ban on Nusli Wadia, sons, others

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:15AM IST In a surprising turn of events, the Securities Appellate Tribunal has lifted the ban imposed on Bombay Dyeing and its executives, alongside nullifying the associated penalties and restrictions on their directorship roles. This decision comes after Sebi's extended delay of nearly nine years in addressing allegations related to fraudulent activities tied to manipulated financial statements.

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IT resilience gives D-St a silver lining amid geopolitical clouds

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:12AM IST In a vibrant trading session on Friday, Indian stock markets rallied, with Nifty and Sensex recording notable gains. The upbeat revenue outlook from tech giant Infosys provided a much-needed boost to IT stocks, igniting early optimism in the market. However, nervousness regarding geopolitical issues led some investors to cash in on profits, resulting in a moderation of the earlier gains.

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BMC Election 2026: BJP emerges largest party in Mumbai civic polls, Sena (UBT) second

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:05AM IST The Indian National Congress won 24 seats, AIMIM secured eight, and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena won six. The Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena bagged 29 seats, Ajit Pawars NCP won three, while smaller parties including the Samajwadi Party and NCP (SP) picked up a handful of seats. AAP failed to open its account. Around 1,700 candidates contested the Mumbai civic polls.

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New passenger train approved for GuruvayurThrissur route, says BJP leader

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 10:02AM IST The central government has approved a new train service for the Thrissur-Guruvayur route. BJP state president Rajeev Chandrasekhar requested this service last year. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnav were thanked for the sanction.

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Seamec says vessel SEAMEC Agastya back on hire after technical redressal

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:51AM IST Seamec informed that its vessel 'SEAMEC Agastya' has returned to operations and has been put back on hire.

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Wall Street Ends Lower Amid Fed Chair Uncertainty and Global Geopolitical Tensions

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:51AM IST U.S. stocks closed in the red on Friday as comments from President Trump on the next Fed chair stirred uncertainty, while global tensions and rising bond yields weighed on sentiment despite gains in real estate and semiconductor stocks.

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Minneapolis protesters win court ruling limiting ICE use of force

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:47AM IST US District Judge Katherine Menendez on Friday isssed a temporary injunction limiting when Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents can deploy chemical irritants into crowds

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China's electricity usage hits record in 2025

INDIA NEWS | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:45AM IST Shanghai: China's electricity consumption climbed 5% to a record high last year, surpassing 10 trillion kilowatt-hours for the first time, the National Energy Administration said on Saturday.The 10.37 kWh milestone exceeded the combined consumption of the European Union, Russia, India and Japan in 2024, according to state media reports.Rising demand for electricity in China has been driven in large part by high-tech industries.Electric power use by the internet and related services sector surged more than 30% in the first 11 months of 2025, while demand from manufacturers of new energy vehicles, which includes EVs and hybrid cars, jumped more than 20%.

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Reliance Industries profit flattens in Q3 on gas output, retail pressures

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:41AM IST In the latest quarter, Reliance Industries reported a notable increase in profits, driven primarily by robust performances in their telecom and refining sectors. However, challenges in retail and upstream oil and gas segments put pressure on margins. On a positive note, Jio experienced remarkable growth in its digital services and home broadband offerings.

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Centre plans collateral-free microloans for gig and domestic workers

INDIA BUSINESS | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:36AM IST A new scheme will provide loans of up to 10,000 to gig workers and domestic helps, modelled on PM-SVANidhi, to support entrepreneurship and small business ventures

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Board of Property Share Invt.Trust-Propsh.Platina recommends final dividend

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:31AM IST Of Rs 23814.96 per share

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US stocks end little changed before long weekend

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:24AM IST Indian markets saw a mixed close on Friday. Major US indices ended flat for the week as earnings season began. Healthcare stocks declined, while chipmakers saw gains. Banks reported solid results, but concerns over interest rate caps pressured financial shares. Investors are now looking ahead to more earnings reports next week.

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Wall Street Week Ahead: Investors bank on US earnings strength as policy noise grows louder

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:21AM IST Investors anticipate a strong corporate earnings season to sustain the U.S. stock market rally amidst policy proposals and geopolitical tensions. Key companies like Netflix, J&J, and Intel are set to release Q4 results, with expectations high for earnings growth in 2026. The market is also watching for Supreme Court rulings on tariffs and Fed independence.

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GEE standalone net profit rises 231.01% in the December 2025 quarter

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:05AM IST Sales rise 14.08% to Rs 92.35 crore

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L&T Finance consolidated net profit rises 17.91% in the December 2025 quarter

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:05AM IST Sales rise 11.73% to Rs 4578.27 crore

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Reliance Industries consolidated net profit rises 0.57% in the December 2025 quarter

INDIA MARKET | Sat, 17 Jan 2026, 9:05AM IST Sales rise 10.38% to Rs 264905.00 crore