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IT stock in focus ahead of board meeting to consider acquisition of US-based healthcare entity, fundraise
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

IT stock in focus ahead of board meeting to consider acquisition of US-based healthcare entity, fundraise

Mumbai: Shares of Blue Cloud Softech Solutions, which is in the business of computer software and data processing services, will be in focus as the company has stated that its board will meet on August 24, 2026, to consider a proposal for the potential acquisition of the equity share capital of a US-based healthcare company. According to the information available, the target company operates across AI-enabled healthcare solutions, home care, clinical care, travel care, post-acute care, correctional healthcare support, US school education support, and mental healthcare services.ย  Board to discuss fundraisingย  The company has also informed exchanges that its board…
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Behari Lal Engineering IPO allotment status expected today, check step-by-step guide and latest GMP
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

Behari Lal Engineering IPO allotment status expected today, check step-by-step guide and latest GMP

Mumbai: The initial public offering (IPO) of integrated iron and steel manufacturer Behari Lal Engineering Ltd received a whopping response from investors and was subscribed 108.44 times during the three-day subscription period, which concluded on Friday, August 14, 2026. Investors are now eagerly waiting for the allotment of shares. Once done, they can check the status online on the NSE, the BSE, and the registrar, MUFG Intime. Behari Lal Engineering IPO Allotment on NSE Step 1: Visit the official website of the NSEย  allotment status page or click here https://www.nseindia.com/invest/check-trades-bids-verify-ipo-bids Step 2: Select โ€˜Equity and SME IPO bidsโ€™ Step 3:…
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Infra stock to be in focus today as company secures LOA from National Highways Authority of India
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

Infra stock to be in focus today as company secures LOA from National Highways Authority of India

Mumbai: Shares of Hazoor Multi Projects Ltd (HMPL) will be in focus when markets open for trading today, i.e. on August 17, 2026, as the company has stated that it has been awarded the Letter of Award (LOA) by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). According to the information shared with exchanges, the value of the contract is Rs 28.47 crore. The contract is for collection of user fee at Madangundi Fee Plaza at design Ch. Km 12.300 at the four-lane stretch between Kmย 0.000 and Kmย 27.500 on NH-31 in Jharkhand under NHDP Phase-IV on EPC mode. The company has…
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‘Big, bold, important first step’: Trump welcomes defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
World

‘Big, bold, important first step’: Trump welcomes defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan

New York: US President Donald Trump on Monday welcomed the trilateral defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Tรผrkiye and Pakistan and said the agreement highlights how countries are finally progressing to 'defend themselves' in a 'meaningful way'. Congratulating the three countries on signing the 'Mecca Joint Defence Agreement', the 80-year-old Republican leader called the pact a "big, bold and important" first step. "Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement," Trump said in a post on Truth Social. "It shows how the Middle East is coming together, and how…
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Shiprocket IPO allotment expected today, here’s how to check status online on Kfin, NSE and BSE
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

Shiprocket IPO allotment expected today, here’s how to check status online on Kfin, NSE and BSE

Mumbai: The initial public offering (IPO) of e-commerce enablement platform Shiprocket Ltd received a strong response from investors and was subscribed 99.38 times on the last day of bidding on Friday. With this, the focus has now shifted to share allotment. The basis of allotment is expected to be finalised on Monday, August 7, 2026. Once finalised, investors can check the status online on the NSE, the BSE, and the registrar, KFin Technologies. Here is a step-by-step guide to check the status. Shiprocket IPO Allotment on NSE Step 1: Visit the official website of the NSEย  allotment status page or…
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17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Entertainment

Johnny Depp to Return as Jack Sparrow in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6’

Actor Johnny Depp is in talks to reprise his iconic role as Captain Jack Sparrow in a potential sixth Pirates of the Caribbean film, producer Jerry Bruckheimer has confirmed, signalling a possible return for the actor to one of Hollywood's biggest franchises. "We're talking with Johnny, we're working on a screenplay, and hopefully we can get this done," Bruckheimer told Deadline at D23. Additional insiders told that the sixth instalment will focus on a protagonist played by Margot Robbie, with Depp expected to return as a side character. Depp first portrayed Captain Jack Sparrow in the 2003 film 'Pirates of…
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17 August, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex, Nifty open in red amid persistent geopolitical tensions
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

17 August, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex, Nifty open in red amid persistent geopolitical tensions

Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started the trading session in the red today as persistent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to restrain risk appetite even as Brent crude is steady near USD 89 a barrel. While the 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 116.33 points or 0.14 per cent to start the session at 77,892.92, the Nifty opened with a fall of 22.55 points to 24,343.45. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 78,009.25 and the Nifty 50 at 24,366. Similarly, the broader indices traded in the red in the early trading session. While…
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Lakshmi Mittal’s steel plant hit in Russian strikes on Zelenskyy’s hometown, 2 killed
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
World

Lakshmi Mittal’s steel plant hit in Russian strikes on Zelenskyy’s hometown, 2 killed

Kyiv: A Russian missile and drone barrage on Ukraine's Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, has hit the ArcelorMittal steel plant, killing two people and injuring 14 others, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack also damaged key production facilities at one of the country's biggest steelmakers. ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih said the strike damaged facilities linked to its power generation and blast furnace operations, forcing the company to partially halt production. The steelmaker is part of ArcelorMittal, the global steel group founded by billionaire Lakshmi Mittal. What happened at Lakshmi Mittal-linked steel plant? The attack targeted Kryvyi Rih during…
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Molbio Diagnostics, Dhoot Transmission IPOs Listing Today: Here’s what GMPs suggest ahead of debut on NSE, BSE
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
Business

Molbio Diagnostics, Dhoot Transmission IPOs Listing Today: Here’s what GMPs suggest ahead of debut on NSE, BSE

Mumbai: Shares of Dhoot Transmission andย  Molbio Diagnostics are set to make their Dalal Street debut today, i.e. on August 17, 2026. According to details on the BSE website, Dhoot Transmission and Molbio Diagnostics shares will be listed in a special pre-open session on both the BSE and NSE. Shares of both companies will be available for trade from 10:00 IST. As per the BSE announcement, shares will be listed and allowed for trading on the Exchange under the 'B' Group of Securities. Molbio Diagnostics IPO GMP ahead of listing According to Investorgain, Molbio Diagnostics' unlisted shares are trading at…
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Trump orders US military to reduce drills with South Korea, says they send โ€˜hostile’ signal
17
Aug
By The Press Editor
World

Trump orders US military to reduce drills with South Korea, says they send โ€˜hostile’ signal

Washington: US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce planned joint military exercises with South Korea, just as the annual drills were set to begin. Trump linked the decision to his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and also criticised South Korea for declining to support US efforts to denuclearise Iran. The announcement came on Sunday, August 16, ahead of the 11-day Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises, which were scheduled to begin on August 17. Around 18,000 South Korean troops were expected to participate in the drills, which are designed to strengthen the allies' readiness against…
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