The NSE Nifty index closed 7.16 points up at 25017.75
The Y chromosome, crucial for determining male sex in humans, is slowly disappearing, raising concerns about future male offspring. A recent study offers hope, revealing that the spiny rat, a rodent species in Japan, evolved a new male-determining gene after losing its Y chromosome. This discovery suggests humans might also adapt similarly, potentially preventing species extinction. However, this evolutionary change could lead to the formation of new species with distinct sex-determining mechanisms.
JD.com, which last week beat profit forecasts for the June quarter, and rivals such as Alibaba, have been seeking to alleviate investor concerns over the sluggish Chinese retail market through major share buybacks.
The demand for AI experts, in particular at the mid to senior levels, is now at an all-time high in the country and many professionals have multiple offers to choose from, recruitment services and search firms told ET.
The Nifty Auto index closed 0.11 per cent down at 25911.9.
Investors showed interest in healthcare, telecom, IT, infrastructure, and small-cap stocks, while energy, consumer durables, metals, and FMCG sectors experienced selling pressure.
Light walking, yoga, herbal tea, mindful breathing, light chores, and limiting screen time are effective post-dinner activities to boost digestion and support weight loss.
BJP president J P Nadda criticised the Kolkata police for their alleged highhandedness in handling protesters against the rape-murder of a trainee doctor. He accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's administration of protecting wrongdoers instead of ensuring women's safety, following the use of lathi-charges, water cannons, and tear gas against demonstrators.
In the Nifty pack, 21 stocks closed in the green, while 29 stocks ended in the red.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed his participation in the BRICS Summit in Kazan, set for October 22-24, during a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. They discussed implementing trade agreements from Modi's July visit. BRICS has recently expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, now forming a 10-member bloc.
Ucal Fuel Sys, Goldiam Intnl, NIIT, KFIN Technologies and Nelco Ltd, hit their fresh 52-week highs during the day.
Five stocks experienced short covering on Tuesday, where traders bought back shares they had previously sold short. This reduces open interest and can push stock prices higher.
NCERT has recommended a new evaluation model for Class 12 board exams, basing assessments on performances from Classes 9-11 and including vocational subjects. Marks would be allocated gradually from each class, with a mix of formative and summative assessments. PARAKH also emphasized teachers' performance and improved school infrastructure.
Prashant Kishor, ex-political consultant, revealed his strategy for funding Jan Suraaj, a soon-to-be political party in Bihar. By asking 2 crore people to donate Rs 100 each, he aims to collect Rs 200 crore. Kishor argued this will help combat corruption and assured party members they would have sufficient resources. The party has also attracted significant political figures.
The Nifty Bank index closed 0.26 per cent up at 51278.75.
On August 28, the West Bengal government asserted that life would continue as usual despite the BJP's call for a Bengal Bandh. The government condemned the bandh that has been called to protest against police actions against protestors. The state government promised normal transport services. Leader of Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari, accused the police of brutality towards peaceful demonstrators and threatened to disrupt the state if such actions persist.
ZF Wind Power, a division of ZF Group, has reached a milestone by producing 50 GW of wind gearboxes at its Coimbatore factory in Tamil Nadu, making it the largest such facility outside China. The company has invested €230 million in this plant, underscoring its commitment to the Indian market.
WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund is launching the WhiteOak Capital Arbitrage Fund, an open-ended scheme targeting arbitrage opportunities in equity markets. The fund aims to generate returns through equity arbitrage and investments in debt and money market instruments, with performance benchmarked against NIFTY 50 Arbitrage TRI.
Mpox virus Updates: A new strain of the mpox virus, clade Ib, has emerged from Congo, evolving quickly and spreading rapidly among humans. Scientists expressed concerns over its transmission patterns and severity, especially due to limited resources in African laboratories. The WHO has declared another health emergency as a result.
In 2024, football bid farewell to legends like Pepe, Ángel Di María, Thomas Müller, Manuel Neuer, Toni Kroos, Olivier Giroud, and Leonardo Bonucci, who retired after remarkable careers, leaving lasting legacies.
The Nifty IT index closed 0.11 per cent up at 41709.25.
While CBP does not specify what types of electronic equipment it has detained, polysilicon, a raw material in solar panels, is identified as a high-priority sector in the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), and solar panels have historically made up most of the stopped shipments in that category, according to industry sources.
