Indian markets have fallen back to 2024 levels. The Nifty 50 is now at about 22,422 and the Sensex at about 71,910, its lowest close since March after four straight losing sessions. These are levels last seen in early 2024: on 1 January 2024 the Sensex touched about 72,500 and the Nifty about 21,800. From the record highs of late 2025 (about 86,000 on the Sensex and 26,300 on the Nifty), the indices are down roughly 16% and 15%. This article explains what is behind the declin

Few companies in India evoke as much debate as ITC Limited. For decades, it has been regarded as a cash-rich, dependable heavyweight; defined by steady dividends, powerful brands, and a strong balance sheet. As 2025 turned into early 2026, however, ITC found itself back in the spotlight, not due to operational weakness, but because policy, perception, and future expectations converged. This is ITC’s current reality: financially stable, but operating under rising regulatory un

The government’s upcoming GST 2.0 reforms are being called the biggest tax revamp since 2017. The new framework aims to simplify compliance, improve credit flow, and rationalize rates. While the impact will be broad-based, some sectors stand to gain more than others. Here’s a look at the top 3 beneficiaries: GST Rate Changes by Sector and Category FMCG Among all sectors, FMCG is poised to be the most immediate beneficiaries of GST 2.0. These are products we use daily, from pa