The National Stock Exchange of India experienced a significant rise during its trading debut. This market launch took place in India. On the day of debut, various indices saw substantial upward movement. The introduction aims to boost capital markets infrastructure in the country. Further market monitoring will determine its long-term stability and growth trajectory. 📈
sports Australia opted to bowl in the ODI against South Africa, kicking off a big summer of international cricket. This match took place in Durban, South Africa, on a public holiday called Heritage Day. The season includes nine ODIs, eight Tests, and three T20Is, starting preparations for next year's World Cup. Jack Edwards made his ODI debut, while Cameron Green and Josh Hazlewood returned to the side. The teams unveiled their respective line-ups for the highly anticipated contest. 🏏
sports Australia has opted to bowl in the first ODI match of the summer against South Africa. The match is taking place at Kingsmead in Durban, South Africa. Jack Edwards made his ODI debut, and Cameron Green and Josh Hazlewood returned to the squad. Australia welcomed Green back after a shoulder concern, while Hazlewood returned from his rest period. This game is the start of nine ODIs, plus eight Tests and three T20Is, prepping for the ODI World Cup.
business Indian benchmark indices, SENSEX and NIFTY50, fell over 1% on Thursday, September 24, due to global crude oil price hikes and rising US Treasury yields. The SENSEX dropped 1.07% to 74,024.27, while NIFTY50 fell 1.13% to 23,182.35 that day. Meanwhile, Ola Electric's shares jumped 6.4% on news of its proposed rights issue. Furthermore, Max Estates surged 8.22% after signing an MoU for a Ghaziabad land parcel. The market movement showed mixed reactions across various sectors. 📉
tech A high-stakes AI race is underway between the US and China as both superpowers push their technology limits. The US currently dominates in computing power, holding nearly three-quarters of the world's total AI capacity, while China is gaining ground in model usage. Despite the US spending significantly more, China's capital expenditure is increasing at a faster rate. China leads in producing AI research publications, accounting for over 27 percent globally in 2024. The US remains the biggest magnet for top AI researchers, though many educated in China now work in the US.
sports Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif predicts a major selection issue for India's T20I team within the next six months. He suggests Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rise could push either Tilak Varma or Shivam Dube out of the playing XI. Sooryavanshi has scored 193 runs in his first six T20Is of 2026 with a strike rate of 189.22. His recent IPL season saw him score 776 runs at an average of 48.50, boosting his claim for a regular spot. The selectors will soon face the difficult task of managing this rapidly escalating talent. 🚀
tech Vodafone Idea has released an updated 5G Network Deployment Map to show where it has launched 5G services nationwide. The map details locations using the 3300 MHz band separately from those using both 3300 MHz and 26 GHz. This visual tool lets customers check Vi's reported rollout footprint across various parts of India. It is important to note that a marked location does not guarantee 5G coverage at every single nearby address. The company has not specified which locations were added in this latest map update.
health India is moving to restrict the sale of high-fat and sugar foods within 50 meters of schools to fight rising obesity rates. This rule would affect family stores and restaurants near India's 1.5 million schools, impacting brands like PepsiCo and Coca-Cola. The authority published thresholds in August, inviting public feedback until October 6 for the proposed law. This initiative aligns with global trends, similar to regulations in Chile and Mexico. Future changes aim to nudge companies to reformulate their recipes for healthier options. 🍎
business PB Fintech shares dropped 28% on Thursday, September 24, marking its largest single-day loss. This happened in relation to the IRDAI draft paper on distribution norms, hitting a 52-week low. Historically, Yes Bank fell over 80% in March 2020, and PC Jeweller dropped 60% in February 2018. Dewan Housing saw a 55% to 60% intraday drop on September 21, 2018, due to liquidity panic. These examples show that while PB Fintech took a hit, others have experienced much bigger market crashes. 📉
business Saudi Arabia has shipped nearly 100 million barrels of oil to Asian buyers since the middle of last week to prevent a regional supply crunch. Buyers include refiners in China, India, Japan, and South Korea, with deliveries set for October and November via the Strait of Hormuz. This surge is more than double recent flows because the East-West pipeline is still down after the Sept. 10 attack. Iranian supply has stopped due to a US blockade, pushing demand elsewhere. Aramco is now managing logistics to help secure this crucial oil for Asian markets. ⛽
sports Football legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic openly endorsed Lamine Yamal during the Netflix show 'Cold as Balls'. This came as the Ballon d’Or 2026 discussion heats up with multiple contenders involved. Key rivals mentioned include Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappe, while Yamal has already registered eight goals and six assists. This support joins backing from Joan Laporta, Rafa Yuste, and Victor Munoz. Ultimately, the final award will be decided by votes from respected football journalists globally. 🏆
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