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The BSE chief explained that Indian stock markets have undergone multiple structural changes over the decades, moving away from closed broker-led systems toward digital and highly transparent platforms.

Updated : May 9, 2026

Digital platforms are democratising investing; BSE CEO explains how markets changed

India’s investing ecosystem is undergoing a massive digital transformation, with smartphones and online platforms bringing stock market access directly to retail investors. BSE MD and CEO Sundararaman Ramamurthy said technology and digital onboarding have helped democratise investing across the country.

Pic: Image of Ajay Garg and AI-generated collage, used for representational purpose only.

Updated : May 6, 2026

Election results impact on stock market, focus stocks, rally leader- SMC's Ajay Garg decodes

India’s market outlook remains constructive despite global uncertainties, with policy continuity and macro stability supporting growth, says Ajay Garg from SMC Global Securities.

Rupee falls to all-time low: Brent crude oil, hovering near $110 per barrel, is maintaining pressure on oil-importing economies like India, said forex traders.

Updated : May 5, 2026

Rupee closes at all-time low on renewed US-Iran tensions; analysts see more downside

Rupee in a free fall: The Indian currency fell 2 paise to close at an all-time low of 95.25 against the US dollar

Kotak Institutional Equities indicates that any election-driven rally may be short-lived, as markets refocus on macro risks rather than political outcomes.

Updated : May 2, 2026

Will West Bengal results and BJP gains trigger a short-term rally in markets?

As election results approach, West Bengal remains the key swing state shaping both political narratives and market sentiment. A strong BJP performance could spark a short-term rally, though macro risks continue to cap upside.

An increase in FII outflows leads to a fall in rupee since the mass selling raises demand for dollars to repatriate funds.

Updated : Apr 30, 2026

BT EXPLAINER | Rupee Crash: What’s driving the fall?

Rupee in a free fall: The record low of 95.33 today breached the low of 95.21 hit a month ago.

The rupee fell to an all-time low of 95.21 to the dollar on March 30, 2026, logging its worst annual fall in 14 years.

Updated : Apr 29, 2026

Why rupee is falling in April 2026, more volatility ahead?

Rupee fall: In the current session, the domestic currency inched to the record low, slipping t0 94.80 level in opening deals.

“Technology is becoming a key enabler of our work,” the SEBI Chief noted, adding that from advanced analytics and digital forensics to AI-enabled platforms and real-time monitoring to boost its oversight efficiency.

Updated : Apr 25, 2026

'Will continue to invest in…' - What SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined as roadmap for stronger oversight

The SEBI chief highlighted the sheer scale and transformation of the Indian marketplace, with over 5,900 listed companies alongside an investor base of more than 140 million unique participants.

Sensex rose 504.86 points, or 0.65 per cent, to end at 78,493.54 on Friday.

Updated : Apr 20, 2026

Stock market today: Gift Nifty signals a positive opening as Asian markets rise; all eyes on US-Iran talks

Gifty Nifty futures on the NSE International Exchange traded 47 points, or 0.18 per cent higher at 24,467.

Large caps are offering better entry points than they have in some time. Valuations have corrected, earnings are more visible, say experts.

Updated : Apr 8, 2026

Which sectors look attractive after the market correction? Pranav Haridasan of Axis Securities explains

Pranav Haridasan, MD and CEO of Axis Securities, explains what is driving the recent market swings, where valuations look attractive after the correction, and sectors to focus on

Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments

Updated : Apr 3, 2026

Markets attractive but risks remain; buy on dips, stay selective: Geojit’s Vinod Nair

Indian equities have corrected to more reasonable levels but near-term risks from geopolitical tensions and elevated crude prices persist, says Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments.

Updated : Mar 31, 2026

'No one can predict..best thing to do is...' - Nithin Kamath has investment advice for 99% of people

Meanwhile, with three market closures: Ram Navami, today's Mahavir Jayanti, and the upcoming Good Friday on April 3, falling within a span of just seven days, Kamath earlier noted that such a cluster of holidays almost guarantees a news cycle that can swing markets either way.

Updated : Mar 30, 2026

Rupee breaches 95 mark for first time, hits fresh record low

The Indian currency hit a record low of 95.14 to the US dollar on Monday.

Ankur Jhaveri, MD & CEO of Institutional Equities, JM Financial

Updated : Mar 27, 2026

Adopt 70-20-10 portfolio strategy amid geopolitical risks: Ankur Jhaveri of JM Financial

Indian equity markets are likely to remain volatile in the near term due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, elevated US bond yields, said Ankur Jhaveri, MD & CEO of Institutional Equities at JM Financial.

The Indian currency also hit an all-time low of 94.04 to the US dollar in the trading session today.

Updated : Mar 23, 2026

Rupee closes above 94 mark to the dollar for first time, falls 50 paise

The Indian currency ended 50 paise lower at 94.03 to the US dollar against Friday's close of 93.53.

Updated : Mar 23, 2026

Dollar index nears 100 mark as West Asia war stokes inflationary fears

The US currency's index has risen nearly 2% in a month since the war started in West Asia.

Updated : Mar 23, 2026

USD vs INR: Rupee in a free fall; currency nears 94 mark on West Asia war, inflation concerns

The currency opened at 93.83 against the US Dollar against Friday's close of 93.76, falling 1.2% against the dollar, the most since February 2022.

Updated : Mar 20, 2026

Rupee closes at record low, nears 94 mark; Ambit expects another 7.5% correction

The rupee ended 82 paise lower at a record low of 93.71 against the US dollar on Friday. The currency closed at a record low of 92.89 on Wednesday.

Updated : Mar 20, 2026

Rupee slips to record low, breaches 93 mark for first time

The Indian currency opened at 92.92 against the greenback and soon breached the 93-mark for the first time.

SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said India’s capital markets have grown in size and participation over the past decade, making them more resilient but also more sensitive to global events.

Updated : Mar 14, 2026

Stay patient during volatility, markets remain resilient despite global shocks: SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey

Speaking at an event, Pandey said the ongoing conflict in West Asia, energy disruptions, and rapid shifts in global capital flows have created turbulence across financial markets, but the key test for any system is whether it continues to function smoothly during such stress.

Updated : Mar 13, 2026

US-Iran war effect: Rupee hits fresh record low as crude oil price boils

Brent crude oil prices closed above the $100 per barrel mark on Thursday for the first time since August 2022 sending global markets including the US into a tailspin.

Broader market indices also saw a correction during this period. Among key benchmarks, the Nifty 50 declined about 4.6%, while the Nifty Smallcap 250 fell 5.1% and the Nifty Midcap 150 dropped 5%.

Updated : Mar 10, 2026

Rising crude, global tensions weigh on markets: Which sectors may gain and which could struggle?

Among key benchmarks, the Nifty 50 declined about 4.6%, while the Nifty Smallcap 250 fell 5.1% and the Nifty Midcap 150 dropped 5%. The broader Nifty 500 index has been down 4.8% since the war started.

Market Commentary

Digital platforms are democratising investing; BSE CEO explains how markets changed

Election results impact on stock market, focus stocks, rally leader- SMC's Ajay Garg decodes

Rupee closes at all-time low on renewed US-Iran tensions; analysts see more downside

Will West Bengal results and BJP gains trigger a short-term rally in markets?

BT EXPLAINER | Rupee Crash: What’s driving the fall?

Why rupee is falling in April 2026, more volatility ahead?

'Will continue to invest in…' - What SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey outlined as roadmap for stronger oversight

Stock market today: Gift Nifty signals a positive opening as Asian markets rise; all eyes on US-Iran talks

Which sectors look attractive after the market correction? Pranav Haridasan of Axis Securities explains

Markets attractive but risks remain; buy on dips, stay selective: Geojit’s Vinod Nair

'No one can predict..best thing to do is...' - Nithin Kamath has investment advice for 99% of people

Rupee breaches 95 mark for first time, hits fresh record low

Adopt 70-20-10 portfolio strategy amid geopolitical risks: Ankur Jhaveri of JM Financial

Rupee closes above 94 mark to the dollar for first time, falls 50 paise

Dollar index nears 100 mark as West Asia war stokes inflationary fears

USD vs INR: Rupee in a free fall; currency nears 94 mark on West Asia war, inflation concerns

Rupee closes at record low, nears 94 mark; Ambit expects another 7.5% correction

Rupee slips to record low, breaches 93 mark for first time

Stay patient during volatility, markets remain resilient despite global shocks: SEBI chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey

US-Iran war effect: Rupee hits fresh record low as crude oil price boils

Rising crude, global tensions weigh on markets: Which sectors may gain and which could struggle?

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