India pacer Akash Deep will miss the fifth and final Test against Australia due to a stiff back. Akash took five wickets in the series so far but suffered from heavier than usual workload. Either Harshit Rana or Prasidh Krishna might replace him. India need to win to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
A disturbing network of parents, photographers, and men are exploiting child influencers for sexual content on Instagram, an investigation by the New York Times discovered. Despite limited legal consequences, photographers like Grant Durtschi and others are profiting from sexualized imagery, with many individuals linked to convicted sex offenders or accused of paedophilia.
NMDC reports a 5.1% year-on-year increase in iron ore production for December 2024, reaching 4.71 million tonnes. However, sales declined by 6.7% year-on-year to 3.91 million tonnes. The company posted an 18.1% increase in net profit for Q2 FY25, with revenue up 22.5%. NMDC shares have declined 6% in the past 12 months.
After 40 years, 377 tons of hazardous waste from the Bhopal gas tragedy site have been transported from the Union Carbide factory in Bhopal to Pithampur for disposal. Authorities created a green corridor for the transport, while precautions and monitoring processes were implemented to ensure safe incineration and environmental protection.
A 5-year swing high represents the highest price a stock has reached within a five-year timeframe.
In 2025, space exploration heats up with Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin launching New Glenn and Project Kuiper satellites, while SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, pushes forward with 25 Starship launches. Trump's return could disrupt NASA's space plans, potentially cancelling costly rockets. Alternatively, he could radically shift NASA's focus to sending people to Mars.
Delhi Police are investigating the suicide of 40-year-old businessman Puneet Khurana in Model Town, citing allegations of marital discord and mental harassment by his wife and her family. Puneet had recorded a 59-minute video detailing the alleged harassment. Both families are participating in the ongoing inquiry, with counter-allegations being made.
A three-year-old girl fell into a 150-foot-deep borewell in Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. After a 10-day rescue operation, she was brought out in an unconscious state and declared dead at the hospital. The rescuers faced difficulties due to sedimentary rock. The girl's family had accused the administration of negligence during the rescue efforts.
As long as the stock is priced above the 200-day SMA on the daily time frame, it is generally considered to be an overall uptrend.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has rejected the BJP's demand for Minister Priyanka Kharge's resignation over a contractor's suicide. He stated that there is no evidence linking her to the case and questioned the BJP's trust in state police. Priyanka Kharge is ready for any inquiry. The BJP alleges contractors are facing harassment and financial troubles under the Congress government.
KPI Green Energy's 1:2 bonus share issuance record date is set for January 3, 2025. Investors must purchase shares today to qualify. The company's previous bonus issuances were in 2023 and 2024. Additionally, the record date ensures that shareholders who own shares by this date are eligible for the bonus issue. Share prices may see increased activity.
Delhi experienced a chilly morning with temperatures dropping to single digits and dense fog impacting visibility. Flight schedules were affected. Delhi Airport advised passengers to check flight status before traveling. IMD predicted moderate to dense fog with surface winds up to 15 km/h. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be 17°C and 8°C respectively.
Anya Polytech & Fertilizers shares debuted at Rs 17.1 on NSE SME platform with a 22.1% premium. The IPO, which raised Rs 44.80 crore, was subscribed 439.8 times overall. The firm reported Rs 12,341.77 lakh revenue in FY24, with Rs 957.55 lakh PAT.
Chandrababu Naidu, TDP national president, is aiming to rebuild the party in Telangana for the upcoming local body elections in Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. He is dissolving existing committees, initiating a membership drive, and holding regular meetings. TDP sees an opportunity after BRS's poor performance in the 2023 Assembly elections.
Shares of South Indian Bank are expected to remain in focus after reporting an 11.94% increase in gross advances for Q3FY24, reaching Rs 86,965 crore. Total deposits grew by 6.28% YoY, while Q2 profit increased by 18%, driven by a 6.3% rise in Net Interest Income.
RailTel Share Price: RailTel Corporation of India shares surged 4.8% after securing a Rs 78.43 crore order from Bharat Coking Coal Ltd for implementing an IT security infrastructure. The company also recently received contracts from the Gujarat government and Health Insurance TPA. RailTel was upgraded to 'Navratna' status, highlighting its strong financial performance.
A U.S. Army veteran drove a pickup truck with an Islamic State flag into New Orleans' New Year's celebration, killing 15 people before police shot him dead. The FBI is investigating the attack as a terrorist act and found multiple explosives. President Joe Biden condemned the attack, and the area remains an active crime scene.
Shares of KPI Green Energy and Ceenik Exports are in focus as today is the last day to purchase shares to qualify for upcoming bonus shares. Various companies are offering bonus shares in different ratios. The record date determines shareholder eligibility for these bonus shares, with purchases required one day before the ex-date.
The FBI has identified US Army veteran Shamsud-Din Jabbar as the suspect in the New Orleans attack on New Year's Day that killed nearly 15 people. Jabbar had converted to Islam, had a history of erratic behavior, and faced financial difficulties. Several explosive devices were found and disposed of, and the investigation is ongoing.
Tata Motors reports a 1% year-on-year growth in December 2024 sales to 76,599 units. However, its shares have seen a decline, falling from their 52-week peak by 36%. Higher volatility is noted, with the stock dropping below key moving averages. Despite the sales increase, revenue and net profit have fallen significantly.
Garware Technical Fibres is set for market activity as its shares qualify for a 4:1 bonus share issuance, with January 3, 2025, as the record date for determining eligible shareholders. Today is the last day to purchase shares to benefit from this bonus issue, marking the company's first-ever bonus share offering.
Indo Farm Equipment's IPO saw strong investor demand, with subscriptions reaching 54.55 times on the initial bidding days. The retail segment was subscribed 45.76 times and non-institutional investors' portion 131.84 times. With an IPO price band set at Rs 204-215 per share, proceeds will be used for debt repayment, investment in an NBFC subsidiary, and general corporate purposes.
