Business

30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

From FD rules to biometric Aadhaar for LPG subsidy, check key financial rules changing in October 2026

As with the first of every month, some important rules affecting the common man's life will change starting October 1, 2026. These changes will have a widespread impact, including changes to the prices of LPG cylinders used in household kitchens and to ATM cash withdrawals. Furthermore, starting October 1, purchasing other electronic items, including TVs, refrigerators, and ACs, will also become more expensive. Let's look at some major rules changing in October 2026 that could directly affect your kitchen, bank account, and family matters.  Biometric Aadhaar mandatory for LPG subsidy Biometric Aadhaar authentication (BAA) will be mandatory for subsidised LPG cylinders from…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Orient Cables IPO Allotment Status: Step-by-step guide to check status online on NSE, BSE

The initial share sale of Orient Cables India Ltd received a good response from investors and was subscribed 92.27 times on the last day of bidding on Tuesday. Investors are now awaiting the allotment of shares. According to available information, the allotment of Orient Cables shares is expected to be finalised today. Once finalised, investors can check the status online on NSE, BSE and KFin Technologies.  Orient Cables IPO Allotment on NSE Step 1: Visit the official website of the NSE  allotment status page or click here https://www.nseindia.com/invest/check-trades-bids-verify-ipo-bids Step 2: Select ‘Equity and SME IPO bids’ Step 3: Choose ‘Orient…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

MRPL share price slips 10% from day’s high after explosion reported at refinery in Mangaluru

Shares of Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) slipped around 10 per cent from the day's high of Rs 180.75 after a massive 'explosion' occurred at the oil refinery near Jokatte on Wednesday. Earlier, the stock opened in the green at Rs 172.70 from the previous close of Rs 171.70 on the BSE. The stock gained further to touch the high of Rs 180.75. However, the stock tumbled after the explosion was reported and touched an intraday low of Rs 162.40 at 1:50 pm, down Rs 18.35, or 10.15 per cent, from the day's high. Last seen, the stock was trading at…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Namo Bharat commuters can buy up to 40 trips as NCRTC introduces Trip Pass, know where to purchase

There's good news for regular Namo Bharat commuters as the National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has introduced a new Trip Pass facility that eliminates the need to buy separate tickets for each trip or repeatedly recharge the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC). The pass lets passengers pay for multiple trips in advance and travel conveniently on fixed routes. This facility will be especially beneficial for working professionals, businessmen, and students travelling often between the same two stations. "NCRTC has introduced a Trip Pass facility on Namo Bharat for NCMC users, offering a convenient way for regular travellers to plan and…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

IT stock on investors’ radar as company launches sovereign AI inference software, check share price

Shares of Hyderabad-headquartered technology company Blue Cloud Softech Solutions are in focus as the company has announced the launch of BluEdge, its proprietary sovereign AI inference software. Amid this, the stock opened in the green at Rs 20.47 against the previous close of Rs 20.25, a gain of Rs 0.22 or 1.07 per cent. The stock gained to touch the high of Rs 20.80 before witnessing profit booking. The stock fell to Rs 19.96, down Rs 0.29 or 1.43 per cent from the previous close. Last seen, the stock was trading at Rs 20.10, with a dip of Rs 0.15…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

October Bank Holidays 2026: Banks to remain closed for these many days this month; check RBI’s full list

The festive season starts at the beginning of October, which is why there are several bank holidays this month. In such a situation, if you have any important bank-related work, check whether banks are open or closed in your city before leaving the house. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday list, banks will remain closed for many days in different states in October. These holidays include national festivals as well as local festivals and religious occasions. In one state, banks will remain closed for 12 days in October. When are the festival holidays in October 2026? According…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Adroit Industries shares make strong debut on bourses, list at 87% premium over IPO price

Adroit Industries shares made a stellar debut on the bourses today, listing at an 87 per cent premium over the issue price. The stock listed at Rs 250 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), a premium of 86.57 per cent to the issue price of Rs 134. On the BSE, the stock debuted at Rs 235. Swastika Infra also made a positive debut, listing at a premium of 8.10 per cent at Rs 200 against the issue price of Rs 185. ArMee made a flat debut on the NSE, while Elevate Campuses listed at a discount of 1.9 per cent…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

30 September, 2026 Stock Market Updates: Sensex drops 88 points, Nifty near 22,700, TCS top gainer

Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened in the red amid mixed global cues, supported by a sharp pullback in Brent crude as the recovery in Middle Eastern exports eases immediate supply concerns despite the ongoing conflict. While the 30-share BSE Sensex shed 87.92 points or 0.12 per cent to start the session at 72,441.15, the Nifty fell 51.2 points to open at 22,665. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 72,529.07 and the Nifty 50 at 22,716.20. However, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index…

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30

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Country’s second sleeper Vande Bharat to halt at Prayagraj and Kanpur; check schedule, other details

The country's second Vande Bharat Sleeper Train has received approval, and this high-speed train will run between Varanasi and New Delhi. The train will also stop at Kanpur Central and Prayagraj. This will provide passengers from Purvanchal, central Uttar Pradesh, and the industrial city of Kanpur with a new travel option between Delhi and Varanasi. Vande Bharat Sleeper Between Varanasi and Delhi According to the proposed schedule, the Vande Bharat Sleeper train will depart Varanasi at 8:40 pm, arrive in Prayagraj at 10:05 pm and Kanpur Central at around 11:50 pm. The train will reach New Delhi railway station at…

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29

Sep

By The Press Editor

Business

Midcap SIPs overtakes largecap SIPs: What does Rs 10,000 a month investment look like across the two?

The rise of midcap SIPs tells us something interesting about how Indian investors are changing. Investors today seem more comfortable taking some additional equity risk in their portfolios in search of higher long-term growth. According to the AMFI-Crisil Factbook 2026, midcap funds had become the largest SIP category by March 2026, accounting for around 13 per cent of total SIP assets, while large-cap funds accounted for around 10 per cent. Five years earlier, in March 2021, largecap funds were actually the biggest SIP category with a 16 per cent share. In absolute terms, midcap SIP assets increased from around Rs…

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