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Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Stock picks for 2026: HDFC Bank, Groww, Lenskart, HAL among 12 top bets by Prashanth Tapse

Looking ahead to 2026, speaking to Business Today, Tapse identified five key sectors—banking, capital markets, real estate, new-age businesses, and manufacturing—and lists 12 stocks that could deliver returns in 2026.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Foreign assets disclosure: What taxpayers must report in Schedule FA in revised ITR before Dec 31

CA Himank Singla highlighted that foreign equity holdings such as ESOPs and RSUs must be disclosed in Schedule FA every year, starting from the year they vest until they are sold. He added that when employers use a sell-to-cover mechanism to deduct taxes on RSUs, the resulting transaction must also be reported under Schedule CG as capital gains.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

After A 30% Correction, Can IT Emerge Stronger In 2026? Here's The Answer

After a deep correction of nearly 30% from its peak, the IT sector enters 2026 at a very different starting point. Valuations have cooled meaningfully, while fundamentals are gradually improving. Revenue growth visibility is stabilising, deal flows are picking up, and client confidence is beginning to return after a prolonged slowdown. With expectations now far more realistic, the risk-reward equation for IT looks healthier than it has in recent years. The key question for investors is whether the sector can move from being a sidelined trade to a broader portfolio allocation theme. If earnings momentum strengthens and demand recovery sustains, IT could once again attract meaningful fund flows in 2026, supported by a combination of improving fundamentals and attractive valuations.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

From Stars to Storms: Space’s most striking images of 2025

From star nurseries to supernova remnants, the most stunning space images of 2025 reveal distant galaxies, dying stars, and cosmic forces captured by Webb and other telescopes.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Rahul Gandhi's Vote Theft Claims In Berlin Faces Heat In India | BJP Calls It 'Bharat Badnam Yatra'

Rahul Gandhi is back at the centre of a political storm. Speaking in Berlin, the Leader of Opposition alleged vote theft, misuse of central agencies, and an assault on India’s institutions, questioning the fairness of recent elections. The BJP hit back hard, accusing Rahul Gandhi of insulting India on foreign soil, branding his remarks as a “Bharat Badnam Yatra.” Union ministers and BJP leaders launched a multi-pronged counter-attack, while even an INDIA bloc ally struck a note of caution. Inside the Congress, fresh leadership murmurs have emerged after a senior MP publicly backed Priyanka Gandhi, giving the BJP fresh ammunition.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

It's official! 'Dhurandhar 2' to release in 5 languages, film currently in post-production stage

Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh has set the internet buzzing with a major update on ‘Dhurandhar 2’.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Issues Women Face At Work: The Silent Load That Career Women Experience

Women are climbing the career ladder, but invisible burdens and structural barriers are still weighing them down.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Fastest-Growing Companies: The Art of Agility in Corporate Universe Led By Women

While the broader corporate universe saw a modest uptick in earnings, the handful of women leaders in India Inc delivered a striking counter-narrative in FY25.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Castrol India shares rise 9% as BP to sell majority stake to Stonepeak

Castrol India stock rose 8.92% to Rs 202.50 in afternoon trade. Market cap of the firm stood at Rs 18,936 crore. 

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Google slashes Gemini AI and Google One prices by half: Check eligibility and India plans

Google has announced a major price reduction for its premium AI and cloud storage services, offering a 50% discount on annual subscriptions for a limited period.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

India emerges as most active lower middle-income country in global genomic clinical research, shows WHO study

Participation from lower middle-income countries still limited overall, accounting for fewer than 5% of all studies registered over the past three decades.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech, Wipro: Check Q3 results previews, price targets & more

ICICI Securities' Q3FY26 preview for the top four Indian IT companies—TCS, Infosys, HCL Technologies, and Wipro—indicates modest quarter-on-quarter constant currency (CC) revenue growth.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

DPDP Act: Transforming data privacy into India’s digital advantage

In this data-centric era, the DPDP framework emerges as a crucial mechanism to ensure that data practices are adequately safeguarded. By embedding trust for fiduciaries, principals, and the wider ecosystem of Indian Inc., DPDP positions the nation as a responsible steward in the realm of personal data handling.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

The claim that Labour Codes are for benefit of workers is a farce: Union leader Amarjeet Kaur

​​​​​​​Amarjeet Kaur, General Secretary of AITUC, says despite repeated requests, the Labour Ministry did not call the Indian Labour Conference for consultations on the Codes

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Zen Technologies stock with revenue CAGR of 45% is down 47% from record high, what's next?

The defence stock has lost 45.43% in a year and fallen 44% in 2025.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

SHANTI Act: Industry wants competitive bidding for nuclear power tariff

The Shanti Act allows the Central Government to fix the tariff for electricity from nuclear power plants while there is an industry demand of tariff be decided through competitive bidding

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Lemon Peels: The Natural Remedy That Could Transform Your Health

Lemon peels are packed with antioxidants, fiber, and bioactive compounds that boost immunity, support heart health, and fight chronic diseases. Discover the powerful benefits of this natural remedy.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

From Valuation Pain To Opportunity: Reading The 2026 Market Setup

After one of the most challenging 12-15 months for equity investors, markets enter 2026 with a very different setup. Valuations, once the biggest concern, have corrected sharply as earnings moved up but prices failed to keep pace. India is no longer the most expensive market, while policy tailwinds - tax cuts, repo rate reductions, GST rationalization and easing global liquidity - are now in place. Lower oil prices and rate cuts by global central banks further strengthen the macro backdrop. However, persistent selling pressure, rupee volatility and heavy IPO activity have capped upside momentum. The key question now is whether markets can absorb past excesses and transition into a more stable phase. With fundraising peaking and liquidity conditions improving, 2026 could mark a shift from pain to potential.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

Precious Metals After Record Highs: What Should Investors Expect?

Gold and silver have surged to record highs, raising questions about what lies ahead for investors. While equities have faced pressure from fund flows shifting toward precious metals, the outlook for gold and silver remains nuanced. Gold continues to act as a store of value amid global uncertainty, central bank buying and declining trust in fiat currencies. Silver, on the other hand, behaves more like an industrial metal, driven by emerging use cases and tighter demand-supply dynamics. However, sharp price spikes often attract financial investors, increasing volatility, especially in silver. With broader metals like copper and aluminium also gaining traction, the key question is whether precious metals consolidate or extend gains into 2026. Investors may need to balance conviction with caution as the cycle evolves.

Updated : Dec 24, 2025

U.S. Scraps H-1B Lottery, Shifts To Skill- And Salary-Based Visa Selection

The United States has announced a major overhaul of the H-1B visa programme, scrapping the random lottery system in favour of a framework that prioritises higher-skilled and higher-paid foreign workers. The move, effective February 27 next year for the FY2027 cap season, is aimed at protecting American wages and curbing misuse of low-wage filings. For India — the largest source of H-1B professionals — the shift could reduce opportunities for routine roles while improving prospects for specialised, high-salary talent. The change comes alongside a court ruling upholding a proposed $100,000 fee on new H-1B applications, dealing a setback to U.S. tech companies and outsourcing firms. Indian IT majors and consultancies may now need to reassess wage structures and hiring strategies to remain competitive in the U.S. talent market.