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Mutual funds pick fewer IPOs but deliver bigger returns in the first half of 2026
Mutual funds have turned more selective in India's IPO market, participating in only 19 of the 28 public issues in the first half of 2026, according to Prime Database. Despite bidding less, their stock selection has outperformed. Ten of the 11 IPOs led by mutual funds are trading above their issue price, with Omnitech Engineering surging 133%. As mega IPOs such as NSE, Jio and SBI Funds line up in the second half, investors will be watching whether mutual funds continue their disciplined approach or increase participation.Disclosure: RIL, the promoter of Reliance Jio, also controls Network18, the parent company of CNBCTV18.com.
Kotak AMC, executives seek settlement in Essel Group debt dispute
The case dates back to the 2019 Essel liquidity crisis, when a sharp fall in Zee Entertainment's share price triggered margin calls on pledged shares securing debt held by six Kotak fixed maturity plans (FMPs). The case relates to Kotak Mutual Fund's six close-ended debt schemes (FMPs), which had invested in zero coupon non-convertible debentures (NCDs) issued by Konti Infrapower & Multiventures and Edison Utility Works, part of the Essel Group, the promoter group of Zee Entertainment Enterprises.
Kotak AMC, executives seek settlement in Essel Group debt dispute
The case dates back to the 2019 Essel liquidity crisis, when a sharp fall in Zee Entertainment's share price triggered margin calls on pledged shares securing debt held by six Kotak fixed maturity plans (FMPs). The case relates to Kotak Mutual Fund's six close-ended debt schemes (FMPs), which had invested in zero coupon non-convertible debentures (NCDs) issued by Konti Infrapower & Multiventures and Edison Utility Works, part of the Essel Group, the promoter group of Zee Entertainment Enterprises.

ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund reduces stake in Entertainment Network India Ltd by over 2% - scanx.trade
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund reduces stake in Entertainment Network India Ltd by over 2%scanx.trade

Stock Market Open, July 1, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Open Marginally Higher as Iran Hints to Take Part in Doha Talks; Consumer Durables, Pharma & Media Stocks Shine - HDFC Sky
Stock Market Open, July 1, 2026: Sensex, Nifty Open Marginally Higher as Iran Hints to Take Part in Doha Talks; Consumer Durables, Pharma & Media Stocks ShineHDFC Sky
Zee Entertainment shares rise over 3% ahead of FIFA World Cup, Rs 2,300-crore fundraising plans
Zee Entertainment Enterprises' shares rose after its board approved raising at least Rs 2,300 crore to fund strategic initiatives and bolster its balance sheet. The media company also secured exclusive rights for FIFA events until 2034, including the 2026 and 2030 World Cups, amidst a challenging March quarter financial performance.

Zee Entertainment Board to consider fund raising via equity issue on June 10
ZEEL board to meet June 10, 2026 to consider equity and convertible fund raise in tranches, trading window shut under SEBI rules, stock closed at 112.39 on NSE, up 7.63 percent

Stock markets can deliver years of zero returns, explains DSP Mutual Fund MD, CEO: Key takeaways for investors
Kalpen Parekh, MD and CEO at DSP Mutual Fund, shared an important insight in his post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that all markets can have long periods of zero returns.
Sensex Today, Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty End In Green For 3rd Straight Day - NDTV
Sensex Today, Stock Market Highlights: Sensex, Nifty End In Green For 3rd Straight DayNDTVSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex surges over 900 pts, Nifty above 23,800; IT a...The Economic TimesClosing Bell: Nifty holds above 23,700, Sensex jumps 633 pts; rupee weakens to record lowMoneycontrol.comStock market today (March 18, 2026): Nifty50 ends above 23,750; BSE Sensex up over 600 pointsThe Times of IndiaSensex, Nifty opening: Stock markets to fall or rally today?India TodaySensex Today Rallies 633 Points | Nifty Above 23,750 | 3 Reasons Why Indian Share Market Is RisingEquitymasterStock recommendations for 19 March from MarketSmith IndiaMintSensex Today | Stock Market Highlights: Nifty settles above 23,750; Sensex gains 633 pointsCNBC TV18Nifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on March 17Mint
Stock Market LIVE: Markets Open In Green As Wall Street, Asian Peers Edge Higher - NDTV
Stock Market LIVE: Markets Open In Green As Wall Street, Asian Peers Edge HigherNDTVSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights | Closing Bell: Sensex settles 568 pts higher, Nifty to...The Economic TimesIndian Stock Market Outlook Today, 17 March 2026: Sensex, Nifty Likely to Stay Volatile After 900-Point RallyGoodreturnsSensex Today Rallies 938 Points | Nifty Above 25,400 | 3 Reasons Why Indian Share Market Is RisingEquitymasterClosing Bell: Day 2 of gains pushes Nifty above 23,550, Sensex up 568 pts led by auto, metal, realtyMoneycontrol.comSensex jumps 1,000 points despite Iran war. Why is the stock market rising today?India TodayIndian stock market: 8 key things that changed for market overnight - Gift Nifty, US-Iran war to Nasdaq, Nikkei rallyMintStock Market Highlights Mar 16: Sensex shrugs off volatile trade to end 939 pts higher, Nifty closes at 23,408 after 3-day fallBusinessLineStock market today (March 17, 2026): Nifty50 ends above 23,550; BSE Sensex up over 560 pointsThe Times of India
Stock Market Highlights: Rs 9.5 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out As Oil Shock Rattles Markets - NDTV
Stock Market Highlights: Rs 9.5 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out As Oil Shock Rattles MarketsNDTVSensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Highlights: Sensex plunges 1,470 pts, Nifty below 23,200; Tata Ste...The Economic TimesIndia's equity benchmarks confirm correction on Iran war, crude prices; technicals weakenReutersStock market crash today (March 12, 2026): Nifty50 ends below 23,650; BSE Sensex down over 800 points onThe Times of IndiaSensex, Nifty opening: Will stock market rise or fall today?India TodayIran war drags down everything, everywhere all at once for India Inc.—from Sensex to Nifty 50 and Rupee | Business NewsHindustan TimesIndian stock market: 10 things that changed overnight - Gift Nifty, US-Iran war, oil prices to global markets sell-offMintStock Market Highlights: Dalal Street bleeds as Sensex sinks 1,380 pts; Nifty below 23,150CNBC TV18Stock Market Closing: Sensex Tanks 1,340 Points, Nifty Below 23,900 On Oil Supply Fear Amid US-Iran WarNews18
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex Sheds 800 Points, Nifty Down 200 As Oil Soars - NDTV
Stock Market Highlights: Sensex Sheds 800 Points, Nifty Down 200 As Oil SoarsNDTVSensex crashes 1,300 points: Why is the stock market falling today?India TodayStock market crash today (March 12, 2026): Nifty50 ends below 23,650; BSE Sensex down over 800 points onThe Times of India