#MintMarkets | Sensex, Nifty 50 fall for 3rd consecutive session; mid, small-caps underperform.

10 key highlights 👇
https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/sensex-nifty-50-fall-for-3rd-consecutive-session-mid-small-caps-underperform-10-key-highlights-11765965354144.html

The Hurun India report lists the top self-made entrepreneurs of 2025, with Eternal's Deepinder Goyal taking the lead.

Here's a list of top self-made entrepreneurs in India 💰
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Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) auction strategy during the IPL auction on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi threw a light in what could be a possible last season for MS Dhoni as a player for the franchise.

https://www.livemint.com/sports/cricket-news/csk-hint-at-ms-dhoni-retirement-after-ipl-2026-auction-at-some-point-ms-will-move-on-writing-is-on-the-wall-11765969405904.html

Lambo’s first hybrid supercar effortlessly manages to dispel all preconceived notions about hybrid performance and emerge as the new pinnacle of supercar evolution 🏎

https://www.livemint.com/auto-news/why-the-lamborghini-revuelto-makes-a-compelling-case-for-hybrid-supercars-11765964260652.html

Messi wrapped up his GOAT tour with a visit to Anant Ambani’s Vantara, where fans spotted an ultra-rare Richard Mille RM 003 V2 “Asia Edition” on his wrist — reportedly worth nearly ₹11 crore. ⌚️

Why's It So Costly? 💰
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGIzZ27mjt0

The Lok Sabha passed the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025. The government stated that allowing up to 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in insurance could improve competition, capital availability and affordability for policyholders.

Watch!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2QZfU79kLQ

#MintMarkets | Stocks to buy: Raja Venkatraman's top picks for 18 December

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Michaela Benthaus will become the first wheelchair user to travel to space aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard NS‑37 on December 18.

The 11-minute suborbital flight will also include five other passengers who will experience weightlessness and Earth’s edge views.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/s/1G8H6uW

➡️ Sebi slashes broker fees for mutual funds by half
➡️ TCS lifts curtain to peg yearly revenue from AI at $1.5 bn
➡️ Panel wants bankruptcy appeals to be decided in three months
➡️ 6 GHz showdown: Jio picks holes in Meta’s $3 tn math
➡️ Auto cos to seek easier emission rules, EV credits
➡️Adulteration war may spur premium dairy boom in cities

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🚨📊 #MintMarkets | Nifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on December 18

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#WATCH | In an address to the nation, US President Donald Trump said he had restored American strength, settled eight wars in 10 months, eliminated the Iran nuclear threat, ended the war in Gaza, and secured the release of hostages, calling it a historic moment for peace in the Middle East.

Delhi has upped its fight with soaring AQI as fresh and more restrictive anti-pollution measures take effect from today amid ‘severe’ AQI at several locations. From WFH to a ban on old cars, check the full list of new curbs here.

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Due to T20 World Cup 2026 in February, the PSL 2026 has been shifted to the March-May window.

As a result, the dates of PSL 2026 and IPL 2026 are set to clash with several top-flight cricketers choosing IPL over PSL.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/s/1G9MJEm

Noted sculptor Ram Sutar, the artist behind the Statue of Unity in Gujarat — the world’s tallest statue — passed away late on Wednesday night at his residence in Noida, his family said.

He was 100 and had been unwell for some time due to age-related ailments.

Read more: https://www.livemint.com/s/1G9OznU

Cars are on sale with huge year-end offers as brands clear 2025 stock. Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai and Jeep are leading with bumper discounts across hatchbacks and SUVs. Most offers run till December 31 or till stocks last

WATCH: https://youtube.com/watch?v=tcKkPP0Ye1s

#MintMarkets | Sensex, Nifty 50 end flat amid lack of fresh triggers; IT stocks shine.

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https://www.livemint.com/market/stock-market-news/sensex-nifty-50-end-flat-amid-lack-of-fresh-triggers-it-stocks-shine-10-key-highlights-11766051914989.html

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In a major anti-pollution push, Delhi will deny fuel to vehicles without valid PUCC certificates from Thursday, using AI-powered ANPR cameras. Non-BS6 vehicles from outside the city are also barred.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31VWtX_53BM

The US Department of State has issued the January 2026 visa bulletin detailing priority dates for family-based and employment-based immigrant visas, including charts for 'Final Action Dates' and 'Dates for Filing Applications'.

Check details 👇
https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/january-2026-us-visa-bulletin-state-department-releases-key-deadlines-for-applicants-check-details-11766048444600.html

An automobile engineer from Karnataka’s Udupi district lost ₹4.37 lakh after falling victim to a fraudulent loan application scam.

5 lessons for borrowers to stay safe 👇
https://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/karnataka-engineer-loses-rs-4-37-lakh-in-loan-app-scam-5-lessons-for-personal-loan-borrowers-to-stay-safe-11766054127714.html