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Protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar have intensified across India, with opposition parties questioning the Election Commission’s handling of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. On October 10, Delhi witnessed a major security crackdown as police detained protesters and restricted access to several areas ahead of a demonstration organi...

The Indian stock market is facing renewed selling pressure, with the Nifty 50 touching a fresh 52-week low of 22,179.90 on October 8, 2026. Although the index rebounded on October 9, it fell again on October 12, closing at 22,363.35. Rising global bond yields, persistent foreign investor outflows, escalating geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices are weighing on market sentiment. Coul...

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has sparked a nationwide debate over voter registration, transparency and the protection of voting rights. Controversy erupted after additional SIR-related declarations were introduced into the online version of Form 6, the application used by new and first-time voters to register. The changes reportedly raised concerns because young applican...

The political debate surrounding the Election Commission of India has intensified, with protests demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have challenged the Commission’s handling of the process and raised concerns about voter-list revisi...

Tamil Nadu’s by-election results in Dharapuram and Madurantakam have delivered a significant boost to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). TVK’s P. Sathyabama won Dharapuram by 9,471 votes, while Maragatham Kumaravel established a strong lead in Madurantakam. The results have drawn attention because both candidates had previously represented these constituencies f...

With volatility continuing across financial markets, investors are looking for opportunities in the commodity market. Gold and silver prices have rebounded amid movements in the US dollar, bond yields and geopolitical tensions, while crude oil remains sensitive to developments in the Gulf region. Which commodities deserve closer attention, and what risks should investors consider before investing?...

The political debate over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is intensifying, with opposition parties stepping up protests demanding action against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Rahul Gandhi and other opposition leaders were detained in Delhi during demonstrations, while the Election Commission and BJP have rejected allegations of political manipulation. In Tamil...

The Indian stock market has come under intense selling pressure, with the Sensex falling to a 32-month low and Nifty 50 dropping to around 22,232 on October 8. Surging crude oil prices, a weaker rupee, rising global bond yields, foreign investor outflows and the RBI’s recent repo-rate hike have added to the pressure. Against this backdrop, TCS Q2 FY27 results have become a key focus for investors....

Tamil cinema and politics are once again intersecting, with fresh discussions around actors Sivakarthikeyan and Dhanush and their possible political trajectories. Sivakarthikeyan’s recent fan gathering and his reaction to a “Future CM” call have triggered speculation, although he has not announced any political plans. Dhanush has also been in the spotlight after urging his fan clubs to move beyond...

Indian stock markets came under pressure on Wednesday, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex declining, as investors reacted to a combination of rising crude oil prices, a weaker rupee, global uncertainty and the RBI’s latest monetary-policy decision. The RBI raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50%, its first hike since February 2023, and shifted its stance from neutral to “calibrated tightening.”...

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar is facing fresh scrutiny after the Supreme Court sought records from the Election Commission over allegations of unilateral decision-making during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Court also issued notice to the Centre and the ECI, while declining to pass an immediate order suspending the CEC. A key point of contention is the co...

Indian markets extended their recovery on Tuesday, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex gaining nearly 1%, supported by easing crude oil prices, positive September-quarter business updates and strength in banking and other heavyweight stocks. Global cues also improved as bond yields retreated from recent highs. Five key factors are driving the market move: lower crude prices, strong bank quarterly updates...

A growing political campaign against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has intensified, with the CJP demanding his resignation over allegations related to electoral-roll revision and the functioning of the Election Commission. The CJP has also announced nationwide protests, while opposition parties have separately stepped up their demands for action against the CEC. In Tamil Nadu, the issu...

ITC shares witnessed a sharp rise on Monday, emerging among the top gainers in the Sensex pack. One key trigger was global brokerage Citi upgrading ITC from ‘Sell’ to ‘Buy’ and raising its target price to ₹300, citing improving risk-reward after the stock’s steep correction. Citi also expects the company’s pricing actions and portfolio changes to support a gradual recovery despite near-term pressu...

A shocking incident involving an alleged human sacrifice linked to AI raises disturbing questions in this episode. We also explore the mysteries and historical wonders surrounding Poompuhar, the ancient Chola port city known for its rich maritime history and archaeological significance. The episode also looks at the latest Aavin controversy and political developments surrounding the TVK government...

A fresh political controversy has erupted after DMK president M.K. Stalin’s remarks about TVK’s Dharapuram by-election candidate P. Sathyabama. TVK has accused Stalin of making derogatory comments about her appearance, while reports say the remarks have triggered a sharp political response from Vijay’s party. Meanwhile, TVK is set to participate in the INDIA bloc’s consultative meeting in Delhi. T...

How many stocks are actually enough for a well-diversified portfolio? Holding too few stocks can increase company-specific risk, while owning too many can make it difficult to track individual businesses effectively. In this episode, we look at the “small calculation” behind portfolio diversification and the factors investors should consider before deciding how many stocks to own. Meanwhile, an in...

The ongoing by-election campaign in Tamil Nadu has intensified, with political parties stepping up their activities ahead of polling in Dharapuram and Madurantakam. TVK president and Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and DMK president M. K. Stalin have both entered the campaign arena, putting the spotlight on the two constituencies. At the same time, a CJP protest has raised questions around the Elec...

Is a PE ratio of around 20 really a warning sign, or can it be considered a normal valuation level for the Indian market? With the Nifty’s long-term valuation being closely watched by investors, we decode what a PE of 20 actually tells you—and why PE alone may not be enough to judge whether a stock is expensive or cheap. Recent market commentary has also placed the broader market PE around the 20...

The political battle in Tamil Nadu has intensified ahead of the Dharapuram and Madurantakam by-elections, with TTV Dhinakaran making fresh remarks on the possibilities of an alliance involving TVK and AIADMK. Dhinakaran has said that the AIADMK camp had considered seeking Vijay’s support to make Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) Chief Minister if TVK could not form the government—while rejecting Vijay...

Gold and silver have remained important investment themes amid market volatility. With investors increasingly turning to precious-metal ETFs for diversification, the key question is whether the current price environment offers an attractive entry point—or whether investors should wait for further corrections. Gold ETFs have already seen strong investor participation in India, with inflows surpassi...

Speculation over a possible PMK–TVK political understanding has intensified ahead of the Dharapuram and Madurantakam by-elections. Reports had suggested that PMK MLA Sowmiya Anbumani could be considered for a ministerial position in the Vijay-led government. However, she has publicly dismissed the rumours and asked people not to give them importance. At the same time, a significant development unf...

The Indian stock market remained volatile, with investors closely watching global crude prices, the US Dollar, rupee movement and foreign fund flows. The Nifty 50 ended September at 22,620.45, while the Sensex closed at 72,480.29. Despite the broader market pressure, some sectors and stocks managed to show strength during the session. Banking, IT and infrastructure-related stocks were among the ar...

The Madurantakam and Dharapuram by-elections have turned into a key political contest between AIADMK, TVK and DMK. Both seats were won by AIADMK in the 2026 Assembly election, but the sitting MLAs later resigned and joined TVK, making the defections a central issue in the bypoll campaign. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) has launched an aggressive campaign, seeking to win bac...

The Indian stock market remains under pressure, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex witnessing sharp volatility amid elevated crude oil prices, high US bond yields, foreign fund outflows and geopolitical uncertainty. On September 29, the Nifty closed at 22,716.20, while FPIs remained net sellers. In this volatile environment, what should investors actually watch? Is this merely a short-term correction, o...