TCS Q2 results preview: Revenue, PAT may come softer QoQ; focus to be on H1B visa impact, deal TCV

As TCS prepares to release its Q2FY26 earnings, analysts predict a slowdown in revenue and profit growth, primarily influenced by the BFSI sector’s resilience and ongoing challenges in consumer and pharma verticals. Key focus areas include H1B visa impacts and upcoming deal pipelines.   TCS Q2 results preview: IT bellwether Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) will…

GST new rates: High-end electric vehicles likely to attract 18% to 28% GST

According to the proposals, GST on four-wheeled EVs priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 40 lakh will be raised from 5% to 18%, while EVs costing more than Rs 40 lakh will face a jump from 5% to 28%. Only electric buses will continue to enjoy the existing 5% concessional rate. The GoM argued…

GST rate rejig in reforms to benefit common man, farmers, middle class: FM Nirmala Sitharaman tells Group of Ministers

These “next generation GST reforms” are aimed at making India Aatmanirbhar, she told to the GoM during a meeting, adding that the Centre committed to building broad-based consensus with states on next-gen GST reforms. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday told a Group of Ministers that the rate rejig in GST reforms will provide relief…

Defence funds are exploding with 60% gains — too late to invest or just the beginning?

Defence mutual funds have emerged as the hottest theme on BSE and NSE, delivering up to 60% returns in just three months. Backed by record defence exports, strong government orders, and rising geopolitical tensions, investors’ interests have soared.   With strong government backing and escalating geopolitical tensions, India’s defence sector has emerged as a standout…

Technical View: Nifty may consolidate further until it decisively closes above 20-day EMA, India VIX at 2.5-month low

As per the weekly options data, the Nifty may face hurdles at the 22,500-22,700 zone, with support placed at the 22,000 levels. Nifty Trend The Nifty 50 extended its downward move for another session amid rangebound trading, falling by a third of a percent on March 13, tracking the nervousness in Asian peers. The index…