#MintMarkets | Stocks to buy: Raja Venkatraman's top picks for 18 December
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Best stocks to trade today, recommended by NeoTrader's Raja Venkatraman
Market expert Raja Venkatraman shares his top three stock picks to buy today, 18 December. Discover his exclusive picks and analysis to inform your investment strategy.
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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.
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The 11-minute suborbital flight will also include five other passengers who will experience weightlessness and Earth’s edge views.
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➡️ 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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➡️ 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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Nifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on December 18 | Stock Market News
The Sensex is facing resistance near 84,900, with potential to drop to 84,000–83,800 if 84,300 is broken. Nifty 50 remains range-bound, while Bank Nifty's future hinges on holding above 58,800, with significant resistance at 60,000–60,120.
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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.
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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.
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As a result, the dates of PSL 2026 and IPL 2026 are set to clash with several top-flight cricketers choosing IPL over PSL.
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IPL 2026 mini-auction puts PSL in backfoot; ECB's move adds more misery to Pakistan Super League | Mint
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.
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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.
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He was 100 and had been unwell for some time due to age-related ailments.
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Ram Sutar, legendary sculptor behind Statue of Unity in Gujarat, passes away at 100 | Today News
The iconic statues of Mahatma Gandhi seated in a meditating pose and of Chhatrapati Shivaji riding a horse on the Parliament premises rank among his finest creations.
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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
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Cars On Sale! | Year-End Offers: Maruti, Hyundai, Jeep Offer Bumper Discounts | Details
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. Maruti is offering benefits of over ₹2 lakh on select models via cash discounts, exchange…
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#MintMarkets | Sensex, Nifty 50 end flat amid lack of fresh triggers; IT stocks shine.
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Sensex, Nifty 50 end flat amid lack of fresh triggers; IT stocks shine— 10 key highlights | Stock Market News
The Sensex and the Nifty 50 ended flat with negative bias on Thursday, December 18.
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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Delhi Cracks Down, Enforces No-PUCC, No-Fuel Rule | AI Cameras To Block Polluting Vehicles
Delhi has rolled out one of its toughest anti-pollution measures yet.
From Thursday, vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps across the capital.
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From Thursday, vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) will not be allowed to refuel at petrol pumps across the capital.
The enforcement will be powered by…
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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'.
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January 2026 US Visa Bulletin: State Department releases key deadlines for applicants — check details | Today News
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'.
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An automobile engineer from Karnataka’s Udupi district lost ₹4.37 lakh after falling victim to a fraudulent loan application scam.
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Karnataka engineer loses ₹4.37 lakh in loan app scam: 5 lessons for borrowers to stay safe | Mint
A loan application scam resulted in an automobile engineer losing ₹4.37 lakh, highlighting the risks of digital lending and outlining key precautions the borrowers should take to avoid fraud, harassment, and financial loss.
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#MintMarkets | Indian IT companies have started making investments in AI, with TCS, in its recent investor day meeting, sharing the ambition to become the world’s largest AI-led tech services company.
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TCS, Infosys to Coforge: Analysts list these AI stocks that Indian investors need to remain vigilant about | Stock Market News
Indian IT companies have started making investments in AI, with TCS, in its recent investor day meeting, sharing the ambition to become the world’s largest AI-led tech services company.
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Sebi announces major reforms to make investing cheaper and more transparent. Mutual fund expense ratios cut, stockbroker rules revamped, and simplified pre-IPO disclosures approved, effective April 1, 2026.
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SEBI Lowers Mutual Fund Expenses, Reforms Broker Rules, Simplifies IPO Disclosures | Explained
India’s market regulator Securities and Exchange Board of India has announced major reforms aimed at making investing cheaper and more transparent. Sebi has reduced mutual fund expense ratios by cutting brokerage costs in both cash and derivatives segments…
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India and Oman signed a free trade agreement granting duty-free access to 98% of Indian exports to the Gulf nation.
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India-Oman FTA: 99% Indian exports get duty-free access, maritime security boost — why trade deal with Sultanate matters | Today…
India and Oman signed a free trade agreement granting duty-free access to 98% of Indian exports to the Gulf nation. The pact, which is the Sultanate's first bilateral agreement since 2006, is expected to enhance trade.
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Why are many IPOs gaining post-listing?
Zerodha's Nithin Kamath explains technical factors behind rising shares 👇
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Why are many IPOs gaining post-listing? Zerodha's Nithin Kamath explains technical factors behind rising shares | Stock Market…
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath in a recent social media post, said that there are many recent initial public offerings (IPOs) of companies which have been gaining after listing on the stock markets.
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Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today — 19 December 2025👇
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Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today — 19 December 2025 | Stock Market News
Breakout stocks to buy or sell: Sumeet Bagadia recommends five shares to buy today - Pricol, Sansera Engineering, Blue Star, Jindal Stainless, and Automotive Axles.
Nifty 50, Sensex today: Here’s what to expect from Indian stock market in trade on December 19👇
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Nifty 50, Sensex today: What to expect from Indian stock market in trade on December 19 | Stock Market News
Indian equities lack direction as traders await a decisive market move. Key levels for the Sensex and Nifty are highlighted, with critical support at 84,100 for Sensex and 25,700 for Nifty. Bank Nifty faces consolidation, signaling potential volatility ahead.
Volatility index India VIX plunges 15% in December to hit a record low; what does it indicate about Indian stock market?
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Volatility index India VIX plunges 15% in December to hit a record low; what does it indicate about Indian stock market? | Stock…
A falling VIX indicates traders are not aggressively buying put options, reflecting market confidence and reduced hedging activity. Low VIX levels suggest stability but warn of potential volatility spikes due to unexpected events, while option-selling strategies…
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#MintMarkets | Ola Electric, BPCL, Swiggy, HCL Tech among 10 shares in focus today👀
Here’s a quick look at stocks likely to be in focus in today's trade 📈👇
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