Stock Market Live Updates: Markets open slightly higher; Sensex opens at 75,826.68; Nifty trades at 23,371.00, down 0.16%


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tock Market Today | Share Market Live Updates – Sensex opened at 75,826.68, was trading at 75,392.80, down 110.05 points or 0.15%, at 9.26 am. Nifty50 opened at 23,493.20, was trading at 23,371.00, down 37.80 points or 0.16%.
The technology sector was the biggest drag on the benchmarks. Wipro fell 2.62% to ₹190.00, Infosys dropped 2.22% to ₹1,222.00, HCL Technologies declined 1.40% to ₹1,310.00, TCS shed 1.38% to ₹2,376.00, and Tech Mahindra lost 1.21% to ₹1,323.30.
Zomato parent CA Eternal was the top gainer on the Nifty50, rising 1.91% to ₹226.28. Bharti Airtel added 1.13% to ₹1,809.00. In the auto space, Mahindra & Mahindra gained 1.04% to ₹3,067.80 and Maruti Suzuki rose 0.98% to ₹12,882.00. Asian Paints edged up 0.82% to ₹2,235.80.
Crude oil markets remained elevated, adding to inflationary concerns for the Indian economy. May Brent oil futures were at $102.85 per barrel, up 2.63%, while May WTI crude futures were at $95.02, up 2.87%.
On the domestic Multi Commodity Exchange, March crude oil futures were at ₹8,859, up 1.59%, and April futures were at ₹8,842, up 1.95% against the previous close.
- March 17, 2026 10:08
Nifty Bank Prediction Today – March 17, 2026: Nifty Bank futures: At a barrier
- March 17, 2026 10:05
Tata Motors to increase prices of its commercial vehicles by up to 1.5% starting April 1 to offset rising input and commodity costs
Tata Motors (CV) traded flat on the NSE at Rs 439.15 at 10.04 am, after rising to Rs 446.85 in early trade from the previous close of Rs 437.60. The company to increase prices of its commercial vehicles by up to 1.5% starting April 1 to offset rising input and commodity costs.
- March 17, 2026 10:02
Rupee falls 14 paise to 92.42 against US dollar in early trade
- March 17, 2026 10:02
Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade as IT stocks drag; crude oil surge adds to pressure
- March 17, 2026 10:01
Bajaj Electricals board approved the proposal for the acquisition of the ‘Morphy Richards’ brand
Bajaj Electricals board approved the proposal for the acquisition of the ‘Morphy Richards’ brand and related intellectual property rights in the territories of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka, from Glen Electric Limited
Shares traded 3.55% higher on the NSE at Rs 373.70.
- March 17, 2026 10:01
Axiscades Technologies receives approval for the acquisition in Cades Studec Technologies India Private Limited (“CSTI”)
Axiscades Technologies surged 3% on the NSE to Rs 1,359.90 following the approval for the acquisition of the balance 24% stake, comprising 1,50,000 equity shares, in Cades Studec Technologies India Private Limited (“CSTI”) from STUDEC SAS France .
- March 17, 2026 10:00
Sentynl Therapeutics Inc. (“Sentynl”) announced that it is entering into an agreement with PRG S&T
Sentynl Therapeutics Inc. (“Sentynl”), a U.S.-based biopharmaceutical company and wholly-owned subsidiary of Zydus Lifesciences, announced that it is entering into an agreement with PRG S&T, a Korean company specializing in the development of medicine for rare genetic diseases, to license its investigational molecule Progerinin (SLC-D011) for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS or “progeria”).
Zydus Lifesciences traded flat on the NSE at Rs 892.55
- March 17, 2026 09:59
Oberoi Realty entered into a development agreement for lands situate at Aram Nagar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai, belonging to MHADA. Shares gained over 2% on the NSE to Rs 1,451
- March 17, 2026 09:59
The Leela Palaces Hotels & Resorts acquires Ultra-Luxury Resort in Coorg, Karnataka.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 417.65.
- March 17, 2026 09:58
Redington Ltd has been informed that due to the ongoing geo-political tensions, its operations in the Gulf region are pursued in a restricted manner
Redington Ltd has been informed by its step- down subsidiary, Redington Gulf FZE, that due to the ongoing geo-political tensions, its operations in the Gulf region are pursued in a restricted manner, due to the following reasons:
* Re-routing of shipments and closure of major ports/airspace resulting in increased transit time
* Requirements for increased working capital due to higher inventory and requests from customers for delayed payments. The business is prioritizing the need for capital preservation.
* Increase in freight, insurance and logistics costs.
* Revocation of war risk coverage by insurance providers for companies operating in the region; alternative arrangements are currently being evaluated. The safety and well-being of Redington’s employees remain a top priority.
Shares fell nearly 4% on the NSE to Rs 224.85.
- March 17, 2026 09:50
NMDC executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC),
NMDC executed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC), a Government of Gujarat Enterprise to explore collaboration in Rare Earth Elements (REE) and associated minerals. The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation towards securing India’s critical mineral supply chain and developing an integrated rare earth value chain in India covering exploration, mining, processing, separation and downstream manufacturing.
Shares flat on the NSE at Rs 77.69
- March 17, 2026 09:46
Tembo Classic Engineering enters into a Non-Disclosure Agreement with a Public Sector Undertaking
Tembo Classic Engineering Private Limited a subsidiary of Tembo Global Industries Limited, has entered into a Non-Disclosure Agreement with a Public Sector Undertaking
Tembo Global Industries traded flat on the NSE at Rs 506.10
- March 17, 2026 09:46
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services executed Acquisition Agreement for acquisition of stake in the MINVEN Solar
MITCON Consultancy & Engineering Services executed Acquisition Agreement for acquisition of stake in the MINVEN Solar 02 Private Limited and MINVEN Solar 3 Private Limited. As per the said Agreement, the transaction shall involve acquisition of up to 49% stake by way of Primary / Secondary mode at Face Value immediately upon completion of Conditions Precedent as mentioned in the Agreement.
- March 17, 2026 09:43
Stock Market Live Updates: Ola Electric clarifies on ₹2,000 cr fundraise plan for battery arm
Ola Electric has issued a clarification regarding its ₹2,000 crore fundraise plan for the battery arm.
The company stated that it “continues to evaluate funding and investment opportunities from time to time to support its business objectives. Any material development in this regard, if and when it occurs, will be disclosed by the Company in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.”
Shares traded at ₹23.80 on the NSE, down 2 per cent.
- March 17, 2026 09:40
Stock Market Live Updates: Gold firms as investors assess West Asia fallout ahead of policy decisions
Gold prices edged higher on Tuesday, buoyed by easing fears of prolonged disruptions to oil shipments, while investors assessed the economic impact of West Asia conflict ahead of a slew of central bank policy decisions this week. Read more
- March 17, 2026 09:39
Stock Market Live Updates: Stel Holdings buys 3.5 lakh shares of Saregama India
Stel Holdings Limited has purchased 3,50,000 shares of Saregama India Limited through market purchase.
Stel Holdings surged 3 per cent to ₹459.95. Saregama India declined over 2 per cent to ₹349.65.
- March 17, 2026 09:38
Stock Market Live Updates: Clean Max Enviro acquires Kintech Solarbikaner fully
Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions entered a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of 100 per cent equity shares of Kintech Solarbikaner Private Limited.
Shares of Clean Max Enviro rose 2 per cent on the NSE to ₹874.10.
- March 17, 2026 09:37
Stock Market Live Updates: The board of Shree Cement approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary of the company in Mauritius. Shares traded flat on the NSE at ₹23,215.
- March 17, 2026 09:37
Stock Market Live Updates: Kalpataru Projects International secured contracts worth ₹2,471 crore. Shares traded flat on the NSE at ₹1,080.30.
- March 17, 2026 09:29
Stock Market Live Updates: Top gainers and top losers of Nifty 50
Top gainers: Eternal (+1.25%), BEL (+1.16%), Maruti (+1.04%), Bharti Airtel (+0.88%), M&M (+0.85%)
Top losers: Wipro (-2.24%), Infosys (-1.97%), HCL Tech (-1.03%), TCS (-0.88%), Tech Mahindra (-0.75%)
- March 17, 2026 09:25
Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex opens slightly higher in early trade
Sensex rose 39.29 points or 0.05 per cent to 75,542.14 at 9:19 am. It had opened 324 points higher at 75,826.68 against the previous close of 75,502.85.
Nifty 50 inched up 7.30 points or 0.03 per cent to 23,416.10.
- March 17, 2026 09:18
Quote: Nifty likely to open around 23,500 with mild positive bias: Gaurav Udani
Gaurav Udani, Founder of ThinCredBlu Securities Pvt. Ltd., said that Nifty is expected to open on a positive note. The index is likely to start the session around the 23,500 mark.
The recovery from the recent lows suggests some stability returning to the market. However, the broader structure still remains sensitive to global cues.
From a technical perspective, 22,900 continues to act as an important support level. Meanwhile, 23,600 remains an immediate resistance zone where selling pressure may emerge.
Today being weekly expiry, traders can expect heightened volatility as derivatives positions get adjusted through the session.
Despite the volatility, the market currently carries a mild positive bias following the recent rebound from lower levels.
Traders should remain disciplined with risk management. They should avoid aggressive positioning during sharp intraday swings.
- March 17, 2026 09:16
Crude oil futures rise on West Asia crisis concerns
Crude oil futures traded higher on Tuesday morning as markets continued to analyse the impact of the West Asia crisis on global energy supplies. At 9:11 am on Tuesday, May Brent oil futures were at $102.85, up 2.63 per cent. May crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $95.02, up 2.87 per cent.
March crude oil futures were trading at ₹8,859 on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) during the initial hour of trading on Tuesday. This was against the previous close of ₹8,720, up 1.59 per cent.
April futures were trading at ₹8,842 against the previous close of ₹8,673, up 1.95 per cent.
- March 17, 2026 09:06
Stock Market Live Updates: ICRA upgrades Piramal Finance long-term rating to AA+; outlook stable
• Upgrade Covers NCDs, Retail NCDs, PP-MLDs, Tier-II Bonds & Bank Facilities
• Reaffirms Piramal Finance Short-Term Rating at A1+
- March 17, 2026 09:04
Global cues positive, GIFT Nifty up 115 points at 23,505
GIFT Nifty was trading at 23,505, up 115 points from the previous close of 23,390.
Nikkei rose 225 points. Hang Seng gained 104 points.
As of 6:53 AM IST, major global indices showed gains.
Dow Jones rose 387.94 points. Nasdaq climbed 268.81 points. S&P 500 added 67.10 points.
Bovespa surged 2,222 points. FTSE rose 56 points. DAX gained 116 points. CAC added 24 points.
Crude oil prices moved higher. WTI crude stood at $95.61 per barrel, up $2.17. Brent crude was at $102.38 per barrel, up $2.17.
Gold traded at $5,005.70, up $3.60. Silver was at $80.51, down $0.16.
Euro stood at $1.149. Japanese yen was at 159.31 per dollar. Indian rupee was at 92.295 per dollar.
Today’s corporate actions – March 17, 2026
Ex-date today 5paisa Capital Ltd – Right issue of equity shares.
Board meetings today BIJHANS – General; increase in authorised capital. BINNY – Quarterly results. CLEANMAX – Quarterly results. DAMODARIND – General. FIVESTAR – General. INDIAGLYCO – Dividend. ITL – General. LOTUSEYE – Voluntary delisting of shares. PFC – Interim dividend; general. SCBL – General. SIPL – General. SUMEETINDS – Right issue of equity shares. VARDMNPOLY – General.
Stocks under F&O ban on NSE – March 17, 2026
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- March 17, 2026 09:03
Global bits: Geopolitical tensions shape market outlooks
United States Oil-driven inflation risks from the Iran conflict are complicating the Federal Reserve’s outlook. This is raising stagflation concerns despite AI-led equity resilience.
Japan Underlying inflation is gradually moving toward the Bank of Japan’s 2 per cent target amid global energy uncertainty.
Indonesia The government plans budget cuts to offset sustained high oil prices rather than expanding fiscal deficits.
South Korea Seoul underscored the Strait of Hormuz’s critical importance to national economic security amid energy supply risks.
United Kingdom The pound has outperformed European peers. It is supported by rising short-term interest rates despite war-related volatility.
Brazil Growth and 2026 rate outlook remain in focus.
Russia Energy-linked disruptions and sanctions-related tanker issues remain in the backdrop.
Guinea Authorities are considering bauxite export quotas amid falling prices and rising freight costs.
Ghana Higher oil prices from the West Asia conflict are clouding inflation and monetary policy prospects.
Nigeria Headline inflation eased slightly to 15.06 per cent year-on-year in February following earlier rate cuts.
Australia Markets are watching the RBA decision closely as high oil prices and strong copper prices shape economic expectations.
New Zealand Treasury assessments warn that the Iran conflict could lift inflation and pressure the energy-import-dependent economy.
Source: Reuters
- March 17, 2026 08:12
Stock Market Live Updates: Foxconn forecasts doubling of AI server shipments in 2026
- March 17, 2026 08:05
Stock Market Live Updates: South Korean shares extend rally on Nvidia-driven chip optimism
South Korean shares rose on Tuesday as semiconductor shares led gains. This followed Nvidia flagging that its new artificial intelligence chips were being manufactured by Samsung Electronics.
The won weakened, while the benchmark bond yield fell.
The benchmark KOSPI was up 151.70 points, or 2.73 per cent, at 5,701.55 as of 02:01 GMT.
- March 17, 2026 08:02
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Astral: Company to acquire 19 per cent stake in Vena Energy Sustainable Power for ₹9 crore. (Neutral)
Nucleus Software: Mrs Yasmin Javeri Krishan appointed as Chairperson of the company. (Neutral)
Angel One: Board to meet on March 20 to consider second interim dividend for current year. (Neutral)
HFCL: Company expects to complete sale of its 2.18 lakh shares in Nivetti Systems by June 30. (Neutral)
GNG Electronics: Excluded from ASM Framework. (Neutral)
Banco Products (India) Ltd: Ex-date tomorrow for interim dividend of ₹8.00. (Neutral)
Mishra Dhatu Nigam Ltd: Ex-date tomorrow for interim dividend of ₹0.85. (Neutral)
5paisa Capital Ltd: Ex-date today for rights issue of equity shares. (Neutral)
Alkyl Amines: Company reports logistics disruptions and challenges in procuring ammonia due to West Asia conflict; financial impact under assessment. (Negative)
Redington: Gulf region operations restricted with increased freight costs due to shipment re-routing. (Negative)
- March 17, 2026 08:02
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Intellect Design: Company announces 50:50 joint venture with Fintel Plc in UK to deploy agentic AI platform in UK wealth management market. (Positive)
NOCIL: Company approves ₹130 crore expansion for rubber chemicals capacity at Dahej. (Positive)
Reliance Industries: Company signs $3 billion green ammonia agreement with Samsung C&T. (Positive)
RailTel Corporation: Company receives work order worth ₹42.63 crore. (Positive)
Oberoi Realty: Company enters into development agreement for land at Aram Nagar, Versova, Andheri West in Mumbai, owned by MHADA. (Positive)
Sundaram Clayton: Chinmay Parikh bought 2.34 lakh shares. (Positive)
Bajaj Electricals: Company acquires rights for Morphy Richards. (Positive)
Omaxe: RERA approval received for two commercial projects. (Positive)
Sugar stocks: Government allocates additional sugar export quota. (Positive)
Zydus Lifesciences: Sentynl Therapeutics enters pact with PRG S&T to licence molecule for Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome. (Positive)
AGI Infra: Wiinancce Financial bought 9.10 lakh shares at ₹305.29 per share. (Positive)
MSP Steel: Shree Vinay Finvest bought 9.03 lakh shares. (Positive)
NCC: Sirisha Projects bought 4.26 lakh shares. (Positive)
Bharat Forge: Company subsidiary JS Auto completes ₹300 crore fundraise; PI Opportunities Fund buys 23 per cent stake. (Neutral)
Sagar Cements: Company to sell 7.24 per cent stake in Andhra Cements via OFS. (Neutral)
Waaree Energies: Completes acquisition of United Solar Holding. (Neutral)
Quess Corp: Lohit Bhatia reappointed as Group CEO. (Neutral)
Leela Palaces Hotels: Company to invest ₹231 crore in luxury arm. (Neutral)
Adani Enterprises: NCLT approval received to merge green tech and emerging biz arms. (Neutral)
Atlanta Electricals: Atlanta Trafo receives approval to convert from private to public limited company. (Neutral)
HUDCO: Board to meet on March 23 to consider fourth interim dividend and annual resource plan for FY27. (Neutral)
GSK Pharma: Juby Chandy resigns from positions of CFO and Whole-Time Director. (Neutral)
Dixon Technologies: Company to provide corporate guarantee of $10 million in favour of Foxlink. (Neutral)
India Cements: Company to acquire 10.8 per cent stake in First Energy 8 for ₹18.7 crore. (Neutral)
- March 17, 2026 08:01
India Daybook: Stocks in news for March 17, 2026
Power Mech Projects: Company bags order worth ₹709 crore from Adani Infrastructure. (Positive)
Carborundum Universal: Company starts commercial production of cutting and grinding wheels at new Hosur facility. (Positive)
Cipla: Fennec and Cipla settle Pedmark patent case; lawsuit dismissed. (Positive)
GMDC: Company signs MoU with NMDC Limited to explore strategic collaboration in the rare earth elements (REE) sector. (Positive)
RVNL: Company receives LoA from NMDC for refurbishment at Kirandul and Bacheli worth ₹95.27 crore. (Positive)
L&T Tech: Company launches AI-powered digital twin platform for lung diagnostics. It combines medtech expertise with Nvidia AI infrastructure for enhanced outcomes. (Positive)
Sun Pharma: Company announces US FDA acceptance of supplemental biologics licence application (sBLA) for Ilumya® (Tildrakizumab-asmn) for treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis. (Positive)
Asian Energy Services: Operation and maintenance contract extended by Vedanta for one year to March 31, 2027. (Positive)
Tata Motors CV: Company announces price increase to offset rising commodity prices and input costs. (Positive)
- March 17, 2026 08:00
Bitcoin enters accumulation phase with steady demand: Pi42
Bitcoin is showing early signs of entering a structural accumulation phase. On-chain data indicates steady buyer absorption and a continued decline in exchange balances.
Investors appear to be moving assets into long-term custody even as prices hold near the psychologically important $70,000 zone.
Renewed institutional participation through ETF inflows and visible whale accumulation is also helping build a stronger demand base. This comes despite global macro uncertainty.
For investors, this phase calls for disciplined positioning rather than chasing short-term price spikes.
Gradual allocation strategies such as staggered buying, maintaining adequate liquidity buffers, and focusing on long-term portfolio balance can help navigate ongoing volatility.
Watching key resistance levels around $73,000 to $75,000 will be important. A sustained move above this range could indicate the next expansion cycle, while consolidation in the near term remains likely.
— Avinash Shekhar, Co-Founder & CEO, Pi42
- March 17, 2026 07:59
Stock Market Live Updates: Flat opening seen domestic markets
- March 17, 2026 07:52
These 15 stocks to remain in focus on Monday
- March 17, 2026 07:09
GSP Crop Science IPO sees modest Day 1 subscription at 0.47x, driven by QIB demand
The Initial Public Offering (IPO) of GSP Crop Science Limited was subscribed 0.47 times on the first day of bidding. This demonstrated strong demand from qualified institutional buyers.
The issue received bids for 42,37,658 equity shares against the 89,47,367 equity shares offered, according to data available on the stock exchanges.
The qualified institutional buyers (QIB) portion was subscribed 1.28 times. The non-institutional investors portion and retail portion were subscribed 0.28 times and 0.11 times, respectively.
The issue opened for subscription on Monday, March 16, 2026, and will close on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. A day before the opening of the issue, GSP Crop Science Limited had raised ₹120 crore from anchor investors.
(Note: The last paragraph appears unrelated to GSP Crop Science Limited, as leading brokerage firms like Adroit Financial Services, BP Equities, Marwadi Financial Services and Ventura Securities have given their “Subscribe” recommendation to Rajputana Stainless Limited, not GSP Crop Science. This portion has been removed to avoid confusion and repetition.)
- March 17, 2026 06:57
Today’s Stock Recommendation: March 17, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:56
Stock Market Live Updates: Fund Flow Activity: 16 March 2026 (Rs. In Cr.)
Turnover : (NSE + BSE)
F&O Volume: 255272.26 + 3316491.04 Total: 3571763.3
Provisional Cash: Only NSE
FII/FPI: NET SELL: -8775.05
(11224.91 – 19999.96)
DII: NET BUY: +11821.97
(23948.22 – 12126.25)
- March 17, 2026 06:56
Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT NIFTY 23,609 ➕ 223.50 ⬆️ (0.96%)
- March 17, 2026 06:55
Stock Market Live Updates: Dow Jones Industrial Average: 46,985.80 ➕ 427.33 (0.92%) ⬆️
- March 17, 2026 06:55
Stock Market Live Updates: Sectoral Performance | March 16, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:54
Stock Market Live Updates: Closing Bell | March 16, 2026
- March 17, 2026 06:53
Stock Market Live Updates: LPG vessel, Shivalik arrival at LPG terminal Mundra Port today. With total Quantity 46000MT.
20000MT will be unloaded at Mundra and 26000MT will be unloaded at Mangalore..
Vessel is carrying the liquid LPG ordered by IOC L.
- March 17, 2026 06:52
Global Equities’ Update
The U.S. equity index futures opened higher rebounding from a bruising last week, as investors assessed an ongoing U.S.-Israeli assault on Iran which is entering its third week. The European markets also recovered from day’s low while focus would be on the press conference from the U.S. president that scheduled around 09:15 pm India time after closed door meeting.
The U.S. treasury yields fell sharply as Crude prices continued to trade at day’s low. The metal prices recovered amid the weakness of the U.S. Dollar in opening session.
Dow Future (US): 46992, +432.0 points/ +0.93%
Nasdaq Future (US): 24676, +396.0 points/ +1.21%
US Small Cap 2000 Future (US): 2520.0, +40.0 points/ +1.60%
FTSE Future (UK): 10342.0, +88.0 points/ +0.86%
DAX Future (Germany): 23644.0, +203.0 points/ +0.87%
CAC Future (France): 7922, +20.0 points/ +0.25%
Gift Nifty: (India) 23528, +143.0 points/ +0.61%
- March 17, 2026 06:51
Day Trading Guide for March 17, 2026: Intraday supports, resistances for Nifty50 stocks
- March 17, 2026 06:49
Stock to buy today: Adani Power (₹154.10) – BUY
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