Axis picks 5 smallcap stocks that can rally up to 60%. How many are in your portfolio?
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:50AM IST
Axis Direct has set a Nifty target of 29,480 for December 2026, indicating 30% upside, and identified five smallcap stocks with potential gains of up to 60%. Picks include Ujjivan Small Finance Bank, Chalet Hotels and Minda Corporation, backed by improving fundamentals, strong order books and favourable sector outlook.
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Bank of Baroda Q4 update: PSU lender reports 14% YoY growth in global business; deposits rise 12%
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:47AM IST
State-owned Bank of Baroda reported a 14% year-on-year rise in global business to Rs 30.78 lakh crore in Q4FY26, led by steady growth in deposits. Global deposits increased 12%, while domestic deposits rose 13%. The figures are provisional and part of the banks quarterly update, with final audited numbers to be announced alongside its earnings release.
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March auto sales take the high gear
INDIA NEWS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:46AM IST
New Delhi: Wholesale volume prints for the month of March 2026 came in healthy, as passenger vehicle (PV) & Tractor space outperformed. A steady growth trend was witnessed in the two-wheeler (2W) and commercial vehicle (CV) space. "OEM wholesale sales volume for March 2026 came in healthy with PV & Tractors segments outperforming peers," according to an ICICI Direct Research report. It further noted that "FY26 ends on a high note with healthy growth across all vehicle categories making a new high in terms of total vehicles dispatched in a fiscal year," marking an increase of approximately 10 per cent year-on-year (YoY).Also Read: Suzuki Burgman Street 125 price, mileage, features, engine, variants and colour optionsThis performance was primarily driven by positive demand traction amidst tailwinds from the GST 2.0 rate cut, which lowered vehicle prices and boosted consumer sentiment. According to the report, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) across the country posted healthy volume prints for the month, allowing the financial year to conclude on a record-breaking note.In the PV space, demand remained healthy as it tracked positive momentum following the GST 2.0 reform. As per the report, Maruti Suzuki reported a volume growth of 17 per cent YoY at 2.2 lakh units, while Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) saw a growth of 25 per cent at 60,000 units. Tata Motors outperformed in this category with an overall volume growth of 29 per cent at 67,000 units. Within its portfolio, Tata Motors reported that "PV EV volumes stood at 9,494 units," which represented a 77 per cent increase YoY. Hyundai recorded volumes of 69,000 units, reflecting a 2.5 per cent growth.The commercial vehicle segment also reported healthy volume prints for March 2026, with continued recovery visible across the medium and heavy commercial vehicle (M&HCV) and light commercial vehicle (LCV) segments. Tata Motors CV reported volumes of 48,000 units, rising 17 per cent. Meanwhile, VECV, the joint venture of Eicher Motors, saw volumes rise by 10 per cent to 13,300 units. Ashok Leyland recorded a 5.5 per cent growth with 25,000 units, though this figure came in lower than market expectations."With GST rationalisation & pick up in government capex, CV volumes have been a positive surprise clocking all time high volumes amidst double-digit YoY growth in FY26," the report highlighted.Also Read: India Auto Sales FY26 hit record 4.7M; Mahindra overtakes Tata as GST & EV boom drive demandThe two-wheeler and tractor segments maintained the positive trend. The report noted that TVS Motors grew 24.5 per cent at 4.98 lakh units, supported by a 23 per cent growth in exports. Eicher Motors, specifically Royal Enfield, reported a growth of 11.2 per cent at 1.1 lakh units. In the tractor domain, M&M dominated the space with 45,000 units, up 29 per cent, while Escorts Kubota reported a steady 6.6 per cent growth at 12,000 units.As per the report, retail performance, as reflected in Vahan registrations, totalled approximately 26.9 lakh units for March 2026. This was a 25 per cent increase compared to the 21.5 lakh units recorded in March 2025. For the full fiscal year 2026, the report highlighted that "aided by GST 2.0 reforms, positive growth (double digit) was visible across vehicle segments with tractors seen outperforming peers."
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India auto wholesales jump in March; PVs, tractors lead the charge
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:46AM IST
Vehicle sales in March 2026 showed strong performance. Passenger vehicles and tractors led the growth. Two-wheelers and commercial vehicles also saw steady increases. This marks a record fiscal year for vehicle dispatches. Positive demand and GST 2.0 reforms boosted consumer sentiment. Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Tata Motors reported significant volume growth.
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INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:44AM IST
Banking stocks have slumped up to 32% over three months, underperforming the Nifty amid FII outflows, rising oil prices and rate concerns. Brokerages remain selective, backing SBI, ICICI Bank and others despite margin pressure. Q4 results and FY27 outlook will be key triggers for the sectors recovery.
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Jammu & Kashmir revives 120-year-old Mohra hydel project amid push to ramp up power capacity
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:42AM IST
Jammu and Kashmir is reviving the 120-year-old Mohra Power Project. This historic hydroelectric facility shut down in the 1990s. The government is accelerating power generation efforts. The project's revival holds historical and symbolic value. It is a significant piece of Kashmir's engineering heritage.
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Noida land compensation probe: SIT questions 11 former officials, flags 20 exorbitant' payouts
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:36AM IST
A Supreme Court-appointed team has investigated alleged excess compensation payouts by the Noida Authority. Eleven former officials were questioned as part of the probe. The team submitted its report to the Uttar Pradesh government, which has now presented it to the Supreme Court. The investigation focused on inflated land compensation and potential collusion.
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Forgot to exchange cash? RBI now lets you do It at airport departure gate
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:34AM IST
The Reserve Bank on Thursday allowed residents as well as non-residents to exchange Indian rupee notes at foreign exchange counters at departure halls in international airports beyond the immigration
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Forgot to exchange cash? RBI now lets you do it at airport departure gate
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:34AM IST
The Reserve Bank on Thursday allowed residents as well as non-residents to exchange Indian rupee notes at foreign exchange counters at departure halls in international airports beyond the immigration
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Suzuki Burgman Street 125 price, mileage, features, engine, variants and colour options
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:33AM IST
Suzuki Burgman Street 125 Price: Suzuki has updated its Burgman Street scooter for 2026. New variants offer enhanced features like a TFT display and keyless ignition. Practical improvements include increased underseat storage and a repositioned fuel filler. The scooter now uses a revised platform for better rigidity. Engine specifications remain unchanged.
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Producers find 8K reasons to restore old movies and rake it in
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:22AM IST
Indian cinema is embracing 8k scanning and restoration. This move preserves classic films from decay and unlocks new revenue streams. Directors like Mani Ratnam and actors like Rajinikanth are leading this trend. 8k scanning ensures films remain relevant for future high-resolution viewing and enhances their value for licensing deals with streaming platforms. This strategic decision is future-proofing Indian cinematic heritage.
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Concerns settled, share buybacks could flow via exchanges again
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:20AM IST
Sebi is proposing to bring back share buybacks via stock exchanges. This reverses a decision made a year ago. New tax rules have resolved earlier concerns about fairness and tax distortions. Public shareholders will now be taxed on actual capital gains, similar to market sales. This change aims to ensure equal participation for all shareholders.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:17AM IST
The Central Government has raised concerns over the persistence of rumours regarding LPG availability, noting that only 17 states are currently conducting regular press briefings to mitigate public anxiety. In a formal letter to all State and Union Territory Chief Secretaries, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) has urged local administrations to intensify their communication strategies to prevent panic buying and hoarding across the country.
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RBI curbs widen dollar-rupee forwards-NDF spread
INDIA CURRENCY | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:16AM IST
The Reserve Bank of India has banned banks from offering or rebooking rupee non-deliverable forward contracts. This move widens the gap between domestic and overseas currency markets. Banks are now selling dollars locally and buying them abroad. This action aims to curb speculative trading and support the Indian rupee against the US dollar.
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INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:15AM IST
The Petroleum Secretary sought states consider targeted distribution of 5 KG FTL cylinder, autos that can run both on petrol, LPG considering using the former.
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HDFC Bank penalises 12 execs for role in mis-selling AT1 bonds
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:07AM IST
HDFC Bank has penalized at least 12 senior and mid-level executives, including Ashish Parthasarthy, for their alleged role in the mis-selling of Credit Suisse AT1 bonds. This action follows previous sackings and suspensions, with the bank attributing the issue to technical documentation and regulatory interpretation lapses rather than fraud.
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From cricket to data Centres: Where India's biggest deals happened in Q1
INDIA BUSINESS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:06AM IST
Deal-making activity involving India reached US$17.4 billion, representing a 44.5% decline from a year ago.
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Elon Musks SpaceX eyes over $2 trillion valuation in upcoming IPO
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:06AM IST
Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly targeting an IPO valuation exceeding $2 trillion, potentially making it the largest stock market listing ever. The company is in discussions with prospective investors, aiming to raise up to $75 billion. This ambitious valuation follows a recent merger with Musk's AI startup, xAI.
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APSEZ crosses 500 MMT cargo milestone in FY26
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:04AM IST
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) reported a strong operational performance, crossing the 500 million metric tonnes (MMT) cargo milestone in FY26, driven by robust growth in container volumes.
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Raamdeo Agrawal's portfolio is down 1718% and he says this is not the time to panic
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 9:00AM IST
MOFSL Chairman Raamdeo Agrawal advises investors to prioritize survival during the current West Asia conflict, which he finds harder to predict than Covid. He notes that while India's macro resilience has improved significantly, valuations are becoming attractive with the Nifty below 20 PE, suggesting the market is pricing in fear rather than an earnings collapse.
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Indices plunge 2%, then ride rupee rebound to log gains
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:57AM IST
Indian benchmark indices rebounded on Thursday, closing higher after a rupee recovery spurred short covering ahead of an extended weekend. Despite early losses, Sensex and Nifty ended in positive territory, contrasting with global market weakness. Volatility remains a concern, though technical indicators suggest a potential near-term pullback.
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ICICI Pru Balanced Fund raises equity allocation to 5-year high
INDIA MUTUAL FUNDS | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:52AM IST
ICICI Prudential's Balanced Advantage Fund has increased its equity allocation to 61.9%, the highest in nearly five years, signaling increased comfort with market valuations after a recent sell-off. This dynamic strategy allows managers to adjust between equity and debt based on market conditions, aiming to benefit investors who prefer automated asset allocation.
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Rupee logs biggest gain in 12 years
INDIA CURRENCY | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:51AM IST
The Indian rupee saw a strong surge on Thursday, gaining nearly 1.8% against the dollar. This appreciation followed new regulations by the Reserve Bank of India aimed at curbing speculative trading. The currency reached its best single-day gain since September 2013. Traders anticipate the rupee to trade within a specific range next week as banks adjust their positions.
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Pharma calls in sick after Trumps 100% tariff threat
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:49AM IST
Pharma stocks fell Thursday after reports of US President Donald Trump mulling 100% tariffs on imported branded and patented medicine makers spooked investors in a weak market.
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Global Market Check | Asian shares edge higher as volatile week draws to an end
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:44AM IST
Asian stocks traded higher on Friday, supported by easing oil prices and improved global risk sentiment amid Middle East tensions. MSCIs Asia Pacific Index rose up to 1% after Wall Street rebounded. Hopes of partial normalization in oil boosted liquidity outlook. Focus now shifts to key US nonfarm payrolls data, even as several regional markets remained shut for holidays.
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Rupee at 100 will be a harsh check on Indias ambitions
INDIA CURRENCY | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:38AM IST
India's rupee has hit record lows, exacerbated by Middle East conflict and domestic economic fragilities. The Reserve Bank of India's currency controls backfired, signaling a loss of confidence. A rupee at 100 threatens to increase living costs, strain government finances, and impact aspirational spending, posing a harsh check on the nation's ambitions.
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Gold price falls 10 to 1,48,960; silver down 100, trades at 2,49,900
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:37AM IST
The price of 22-carat gold decreased by 10, with ten grams of the yellow metal selling at 1,36,540
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RBI's measures can delay the slide, but may not steady the rupee at 93
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:23AM IST
RBI faces a tough trade-off between defending Rupee and supporting growth, as oil shocks and global pressures make balancing exchange rate stability and domestic interest rates increasingly untenable
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INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:22AM IST
NSE Holidays for Good Friday 2026: NSE, BSE Holiday Today | Domestic stock exchanges NSE and BSE are closed for trading today on account of the Good Friday holiday. Commodity exchanges MCX and NCDEX will also remain shut.
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RVNL bags Rs 242 crore OHE upgradation contract from South Central Railway
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:16AM IST
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) said that it has received a contract from South Central Railway for the upgradation of overhead electrification (OHE) infrastructure in the Ongole-Gudur section of the Vijayawada Division.
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INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:10AM IST
Dhurandhar 2's total India nett collection has reached Rs 937.32 crore, while the gross collection in India has surpassed Rs 1,122.17 crore.
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Petrol, Diesel Prices On April 3: Check New Rates In Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, And More
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:08AM IST
Petrol and Diesel Prices In India
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GR Infraprojects bags Rs 1,897-cr EPC rail project from West Central Railway
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:04AM IST
GR Infraprojects said that it has secured an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract worth Rs 1,897.51 crore from West Central Railway for the Sidhi-Singrauli rail link project in Madhya Pradesh.
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Market Correction Largely Priced In, Investors Should Deploy Cash: Sunil Singhania
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 8:00AM IST
Indian benchmark indices have fallen over 15% so far this year, entering a correction phase as higher transaction taxes, geopolitical tensions and currency weakness weighed on sentiment.
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India's 'Mounjaro brides': Weight-loss injections enter pre-wedding prep
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 7:57AM IST
Many marriages are still arranged by families, often accompanied by expectations around physical appearance and financial status, which is driving a growing demand for weight-loss solutions
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Stock market holiday: BSE, NSE closed today, April 3, for Good Friday
INDIA MARKET | Fri, 3 Apr 2026, 7:51AM IST
All trading and settlement activities on the BSE and the NSE, including equities, derivatives, and the Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) segment, are suspended for the day
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