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Banking shares continued to trade under pressure on Wednesday, with the Bank Nifty index extending losses for a fourth consecutive session amid sustained strength in crude oil prices and concerns over the impact on India’s macroeconomic environment

Shares of Parle Industries locked in upper circuit gains after a viral video featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni triggered heavy interest around the “Melody” confectionery brand on social media.

Shares of oil marketing companies moved higher on May 20 after Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) outlined plans to strengthen long-term crude oil access and maintain refinery operations amid continued volatility in global energy markets.

Tata Steel Ltd has cautioned that a prolonged rise in crude oil prices could begin affecting key sectors of the Indian economy, including automobiles and infrastructure, even as the company continues to absorb higher operating costs arising from the

The Centre is evaluating an incentive programme worth more than $1 billion, or over ₹8,500 crore, to support the adoption of electric buses and trucks by private fleet operators as rising crude oil prices intensify pressure on India’s energy impo

Iran has warned that any renewed military action by the United States or Israel would trigger a stronger response, as tensions between Tehran and Washington escalated again following recent ceasefire negotiations. Invest in Indian Markets and U

India may require further increases in petrol and diesel prices if crude oil remains near current levels, according to a strategy note released by brokerage firm Bernstein. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa! Op

Indian companies have stepped up their share repurchase activity in 2026, announcing buybacks worth ₹25,000 crore so far this year, the highest since 2023. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa! Open Account Now

Bharat Petroleum Corporation, Mankind Pharma, Karnataka Bank and Zee Entertainment Enterprises will remain on investors’ radar on May 20 after reporting their March quarter earnings, while stocks such as JSW Energy, Sula Vineyards and Aditya Birla

Shares of Adani Group companies gained in morning trade on Tuesday after the U.S. Department of Justice withdrew criminal charges against billionaire Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani in a securities and wire fraud case. Invest in Indian

Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) now hold a smaller share of Indian equities compared with a decade ago, even as they continue to widen their participation across the broader market, according to a report by ICICI Securities. Invest in In

Astral shares declined nearly 7% on May 19, marking the third consecutive session of losses after the company posted March quarter results that fell short of Street estimates. Invest in Indian Markets and Unlock Future Potential With 5paisa!