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Defence, exports and platform companies among top market themes: Envision’s Nilesh Shah
Envision Capital founder Nilesh Shah says strong earnings, improving cash flows and long-term structural trends are driving confidence in India’s platform companies. He also highlights defence, EVs, energy security and export-led manufacturing as key investment themes for the coming years.

Adani Energy sees ₹644 cr block deal; Birla MF takes 0.4% stake from Qatar Holding
Qatar Holding sold 0.4 percent in Adani Energy Solutions to Birla Mutual Fund for 644 crore, Adani Energy profit rose 5.7 percent, FY26 EBITDA and income hit record highs
Why PSU banks look stronger than private lenders right now: PL Capital’s Amisha Vora explains
Amisha Vora, Chairperson & MD, PL Capital, believes PSU banks look more attractive than private banks due to their stronger ability to raise low-cost deposits. She is positioning portfolios toward exporters, metals, defence and power-linked sectors amid sharp rupee depreciation. Vora also sees opportunities in niche auto ancillaries, speciality pharma and engineering exporters, while remaining cautious on IT and broader consumer durable plays due to weak growth visibility and rising competition.
Is your mutual fund SIP secretly crushing the Indian rupee? Jefferies explains the bitter side of the story
India's strong mutual fund SIP culture is helping foreign investors exit the equity market. This is putting pressure on the Indian Rupee. Jefferies reports that capital flows are low, not the current account deficit. Foreign investors have sold equities worth billions. Domestic savings are now funding these outflows. The Rupee is undervalued, but a rebound is possible.
Sebi may allow third-party payments in mutual funds, ease transaction norms
The proposal marks a departure from current regulations that require that all mutual fund transactions must happen with the investor’s verified bank accounts, to enable maintenance of a digital trail.

PM Modi Accorded Top Military Honour In Rome In Presence Of Giorgia Meloni | Watch
PM Modi and Giorgia Meloni discussed the India-Italy strategic partnership in Rome, with focus on trade, energy and defence collaboration.

'Kashi In Rome': PM Modi Receives Painting, Holds Talks With Italian PM Meloni
PM Modi received a warm welcome in Rome from Italian PM Giorgia Meloni as both leaders discussed trade, defence, energy cooperation, and strengthening of India-Italy ties under the IMEC framework.
BEL shares drop over 2% after Q4 results: What are Goldman Sachs and Nomura saying?
BEL shares fell up to 2.3% to Rs 413 despite the defence PSU reporting a 5% year-on-year rise in Q4FY26 consolidated net profit to Rs 2,226 crore. Revenue from operations grew 11% to Rs 10,224 crore, supported by continued execution of defence projects and operational growth. Total income also increased around 11% to Rs 10,335 crore during the quarter.
Banks seek RBI relief on InvIT lending rules, warn 3-yr track record rule may slow infra monetisation & fresh funding
Banks have asked the Reserve Bank of India to relax new lending rules for Infrastructure Investment Trusts. The proposed three-year operational track record requirement could delay infrastructure monetisation and new project funding. Lenders prefer asset quality over trust age for financing eligibility. This change aims to ensure smoother fund recycling and attract global investors for new infrastructure projects.

Marco Rubio Set For India Visit On May 23; Trade, Energy, Defence Ties To Be Discussed
This will be his first visit to India and he is expected to discuss energy security, trade, and defense cooperation during meetings with senior Indian officials.
How JSW Energies’ Rs 3,150-crore JSW Steel stake sale will help lower debt, Jefferies explains
JSW Energy’s Rs 3,150-crore stake sale in JSW Steel to GQG Partners and SBI Mutual Fund is expected to strengthen its balance sheet. Jefferies says the move will lower leverage, support capex plans and improve execution visibility, prompting a target price upgrade to Rs 675.
Block deal: JSW Energy sells Rs 3,150 crore JSW Steel stake to GQG, SBI Mutual Fund
JSW Energy has divested a portion of its JSW Steel stake for Rs 3,150 crore to fund its aggressive power generation expansion. The company aims to reach 30 GW capacity by 2030, bolstered by both renewable and thermal power projects. This strategic move enhances capital allocation and supports long-term growth initiatives.