Sensex, Nifty gain mildly as easing crude prices lift sentiment

Sensex, Nifty gain mildly as easing crude prices lift sentiment

Indian equity markets opened slightly higher on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices amid expectations of Iran-Oman talks on the Strait of Hormuz. At 9.18 am, the Sensex gained 81 points to 77,553, while the Nifty rose 37 points to 24,425 Aug 27, 2026
LIC gets RBI nod to increase HDFC Bank stake to 9.99 pc; stocks trade higher

LIC gets RBI nod to increase HDFC Bank stake to 9.99 pc; stocks trade higher

LIC shares gained around 1 per cent after the RBI approved the insurer's application to increase its stake in HDFC Bank to up to 9.99 per cent. LIC currently holds 4.11 per cent in the private lender. The approval gives LIC flexibility to raise its holding, subject to RBI, SEBI and other regulatory conditions. Aug 20, 2026
Sensex jumps 558 points, Nifty gains 147 points as Indian markets open higher

Sensex jumps 558 points, Nifty gains 147 points as Indian markets open higher

Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Thursday, snapping a 12-session losing streak, as softer US bond yields and supportive global cues boosted risk appetite. The Sensex gained 558 points to 77,468, while the Nifty 50 rose 147 points to 24,225.45. IT, MidSmall IT & Telecom and Metal stocks led the gains. Aug 20, 2026