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Sun TV slides 5.4% to Rs 572 after DMK loss
Sun TV is part of the Sun Group, controlled by Kalanithi Maran, a relative of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, who also heads the DMK. The stock had dropped as much as 9.5% earlier in the session, hitting an intraday low of ₹547.55 on BSE.
Tamil Nadu election impact: Sun TV Network shares plunge 10% as Vijay’s TVK heads for big upset
Actor-turned-politician C Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) is poised to disrupt Tamil Nadu's long-standing Dravidian party dominance, leading in 108 seats. This unexpected surge has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, impacting established players like the DMK and AIADMK. Sun TV Network shares saw a significant dip amid these electoral trends.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman meets heads of banks on AI risks following concerns over Anthropic's Mythos
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman convened a meeting with bank heads to address Artificial Intelligence (AI) risks, particularly concerning Anthropic's Mythos model and its potential to compromise financial system data security. Banks have been urged to implement preemptive measures to safeguard their systems, customer data, and funds following discussions on AI's implications for the financial sector.
Lulu Group heads to Ladakh to export 1500 MT Ladakhi apricots across foreign markets
Ladakh is set to export a significant amount of its famed apricots this season. A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed with Lulu International to export over 1000 metric tons of apricots. This initiative aims to boost farmer income and promote Ladakhi produce globally. Plans are also underway for an e-commerce portal to provide direct market access.

Pakistan Army Chief Heads To Iran To 'Deliver US Message' Amid Renewed Talks
The discussions between US and Iran are expected to be held soon in Islamabad, as per the report.

TCS, Infosys to HCL Tech: IT stocks Q4 earnings start today - Is this the right time to buy?
As the IT sector heads into earnings season, brokerages favor HCL Tech and Tech Mahindra. TCS is anticipated to post solid quarterly results, while cautious investor sentiment prevails due to potential demand pressures and AI disruption concerns.

'Antony': After Border 2 Success, Sunny Deol Heads To Goa For Action-Packed Schedule
Antony marks Sunny Deol's first collaboration with producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, along with filmmaker A. R. Murugadoss.
Coal paying important role in India's energy security amid Israel-Iran war
India's energy security relies on coal amid global fuel uncertainties. Domestic production meets rising demand, with significant stockpiles at mine-heads and power plants. Coal India Limited is conducting e-auctions to ensure availability. Supplies to small and medium consumers are facilitated. The government assures demand will be met, supporting industrial continuity and economic growth.

Another Coal India subsidiary heads to Dalal Street; Check price band and other details
Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Ltd (CMPDI), a consultancy arm of Coal India, will have a post-listing market capitalisation of ₹12,280.8 crore at the upper end of the price band.

As crude spikes and markets slide, here are six burning questions on investors' minds
Monday's bruising session has left investors nursing their wounds and scratching their heads. We address six of the biggest questions on their minds.
ACC clears Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi’s reappointment as Drugs Controller (India)
Dr Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi will continue as Drugs Controller (India) at CDSCO. His reappointment is on a contract basis for one year starting March 1, 2026. This decision follows a proposal from the Department of Health and Family Welfare. Dr Raghuvanshi heads the CDSCO, responsible for drug quality and new drug approvals.

Live: Brent Hits $95 After US-Iran Escalation | Gold Slides | Nifty Set for Cautious Open| Opening Bell
Wall Street heads into the opening bell under pressure after a sharp selloff on Wednesday, with all three major U.S. indexes falling more than 1%. Technology and semiconductor stocks remained weak, while escalating tensions in the Middle East added another layer of uncertainty for investors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average tumbled 953 points (-1.87%) to 49,918.78, the S&P 500 dropped 119.66 points (-1.62%) to 7,266.99, and the Nasdaq Composite slid 509.32 points (-1.98%) to 25,169.50. Investor sentiment remains cautious as markets assess the implications of fresh U.S. strikes on Iran and Iran's announcement of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The developments have pushed oil prices sharply higher, raising concerns that elevated energy costs could fuel inflation and keep interest rates higher for longer. The U.S. dollar traded cautiously as investors balanced geopolitical risks against the Federal Reserve's rate outlook. Meanwhile, gold extended its decline, hitting a more than six-month low as rising oil prices and inflation fears dampened expectations for near-term monetary easing. Markets are expected to remain highly sensitive to geopolitical headlines, energy price movements, and interest-rate expectations as trading gets underway.