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Stocks in news: HDFC Bank, NTPC, Adani Ports, ICICI Bank, SBI, Nestle India
Indian markets experienced a significant downturn on Thursday. This sell-off erased recent gains, driven by global concerns and geopolitical issues. Several major companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and NTPC are in focus today due to specific news. Investors are watching these developments closely as the market navigates current challenges.

Stocks To Watch Today: Infosys, ICICI Bank, TVS Motor, Tata Communications, Delhivery
Stocks In News On Thursday.

These high-yielding energy plays could be a ‘win/win,’ regardless of what happens with oil, Bank of America says
Oil price volatility impacts stocks, but Bank of America suggests master limited partnerships (MLPs) for portfolio income. MLPs offer 3% yields and tax benefits.
IDBI Bank tanks 29% in 1 wk, nears 52-wk low amid disinvestment uncertainty
A combined 44.31 million shares representing 7.8% of IDBI Bank's total free float equity, changed hands on the NSE and BSE in Tuesday's intra-day trade.
Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawal service
Jio Payments Bank (JPBL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jio Financial Services has introduced UPI-based cash withdrawal through its Business Correspondent (BC) touchpoints, marking an important step towards strengthening India's digital payments ecosystem and advancing financial inclusion in the country.
IDBI Bank Ltd leads losers in 'A' group
Bandhan Bank Ltd, TTK Prestige Ltd, Adani Total Gas Ltd and Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 16 March 2026.
Oil Country Tubular Ltd leads losers in 'B' group
Fino Payments Bank Ltd, Super Spinning Mills Ltd, Allcargo Terminals Ltd Partly Paidup and Hindustan Oil Exploration Company Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 16 March 2026.
SENSEX recovers over 550 pts, NIFTY50 flat in noon session; IndiGo, Union Bank among buzzing stocks - Upstox
SENSEX recovers over 550 pts, NIFTY50 flat in noon session; IndiGo, Union Bank among buzzing stocksUpstox
Banks recorded higher credit and deposits growth in the fortnight to February 28
Bank credit saw a strong 14.5% year-on-year growth by February 28. Deposits also expanded, reaching 11.9% growth. This marks an acceleration from the previous fortnight. Scheduled commercial banks hold Rs 251.90 lakh crore in deposits, with fixed deposits forming 87% of this amount. Total bank credit stands at Rs 207.54 lakh crore. The credit-deposit ratio slightly eased to 82.39%.
MTNL fails to deposit interest on sovereign guarantee bonds in escrow account
As per the structured payment mechanism of Tri-Partite Agreement (TPA) signed among MTNL, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Beacon Trusteeship Limited, the telecom company has to fund the semi-annual interest into the escrow account maintained in Bank of India with an adequate amount 10 days before the due date, which in this case is March 24, 2026.
Jefferies adds Groww, State Bank of India, 5 others to 23 buy ideas. Here’s the full list
Jefferies has updated its analyst top ideas, adding seven new stock recommendations across various sectors. These picks include State Bank of India, Groww, Star Health & Allied Insurance, Bharat Forge, JSW Steel, Eternal, and Max Healthcare, with significant upside potential highlighted for each.

Stocks to Buy: Here are seven new additions to the Jefferies 'bottom-up ideas' list
State Bank of India Ltd., Star Health Insurance Ltd., Groww, Bharat Forge Ltd., JSW Steel Ltd., Eternal Ltd. and Max Healthcare Ltd. are the seven new inclusions to Jefferies' Bottom-up top ideas list, which includes 23 stocks with "buy" recommendations and eight underperform calls. Here is a look at the seven new additions: