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Is China fueling Pakistan's nuclear ambitions against India?
A recent image from the 2023 Pakistan Day Parade reveals Pakistan’s JF-17 Thunder Block II aircraft equipped with a Ra’ad-I nuclear-capable missile, marking a significant strategic enhancement. The development, aided by China, aims to replace aging Mirage aircraft and bolster Pakistan’s nuclear deterrence. Amidst an intensifying nuclear arms race in South Asia, this advancement impacts regional stability and poses implications for India.
Pakistan equips JF-17 jets with Ra'ad nuclear missiles, US report confirms
Recently analyzed photographs from the 2023 Pakistan Day Parade rehearsals have unveiled Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder Block II aircraft equipped with a Ra'ad air-launched cruise missile (ALCM), as confirmed by the Federation of American Scientists (FAS).
Jammu and Kashmir lithium block gets no bids in second attempt
India's Jammu and Kashmir failed to attract bids in its second attempt to auction mining rights for newly discovered lithium reserves, estimated at 5.9 million metric tons. The block may now be assigned to a government agency for further exploration. This comes amid India's strategic focus on securing critical minerals for electric vehicle batteries.
Another bridge collapses in Bihar's Siwan district, seventh such incident in 15 days
In Bihar, a portion of a bridge over the Gandaki river in Siwan collapsed on Wednesday, marking the seventh such incident in 15 days. The collapse in Deoria block, which connects several villages to Mahrajganj, follows another bridge failure in the district recently. No casualties have been reported.
India in talks with African and Latin American countries for critical mineral blocks, says official
"We are having lots of discussions with many other resource-rich countries both in Africa as well as in Latin America for getting a block on a G2G basis or on a priority basis", the joint secretary said.
Neeraj Chopra opts out of Paris Diamond League: Report
Olympic and world champion javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has opted out of this Sunday's Paris Diamond League, citing the adductor niggle that has been troubling him for the past couple of months, according to a report. Speaking to 'ESPN', Chopra said he is focussing on training and strengthening his blocking leg.
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Promoter selling can cross Rs 1 lakh crore mark as retail investors buy using MFs
With retail investors continuing to be on a buying spree using the mutual fund route, the trend of stake sale by promoters in NSE500 companies looks on track to cross the Rs 1 lakh crore mark.
After a robust debut, Morgan Stanley picks up 3.5 lakh shares in Stanley Lifestyles for Rs 16.7 crore
The shares were acquired through a bulk deal at Rs 478.9 each. In the same transaction, Oman India Joint Investment Fund sold approximately 40.7 lakh shares, according to BSE data. Separately, on the NSE, Franklin Templeton Mutual Fund and Nippon India Mutual Fund purchased 11 lakh and 5 lakh shares in Stanley, respectively.
Secrets of life found by NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission: Surprising findings from Bennu asteroid sample
NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission has revealed groundbreaking findings from the Bennu asteroid, uncovering key ingredients for life, including phosphates and organic molecules. The pristine sample collected from Bennu offers invaluable insights into the origins of life on Earth, highlighting the asteroid's role as a potential source of life's building blocks. These discoveries not only deepen our understanding of life's beginnings but also open new avenues for research in astrobiology and the evolution of our solar system.
SAMHI Hotels block deals: Morgan Stanley, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority buy shares worth Rs 79 crore
Morgan Stanley Asia Singapore Pte acquired around 31 lakh shares, while ADIA purchased 11.35 lakh shares. Together, their combined investment amounts to Rs 79 crore.
Goldman Sachs buys 6.28 lakh shares of Archean Chemical worth Rs 41 crore via block deal
The stock has returned 21% over the last year, underperforming the Nifty's 28%. However, it's currently trading above both its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, suggesting positive momentum.
Promoters to sell a 2.04% stake in Polycab India on Friday
The promoters owned a 65.24% stake in the company as of March 31, 2024. Shares of Polycab have rallied 28% so far this year, compared to a 10% gain in the Sensex.
HCL Technologies to see block deal worth Rs 1,757 crore on Friday
HCL Technologies is likely to see a block deal worth Rs 1,757 crore (approximately $200 million) on Friday, according to a term sheet issued by Citigroup.
Radhakishan Damani sells 6.91 crore shares of India Cements to UltraTech for Rs 1,914 crore in block deal
The sale was done at an average price of Rs 277 apiece. Through the deal, Damani and his controlled entities bagged around Rs 1,914 crore.
BlockDAG crypto: Is this the next big thing in the crypto world?
BlockDAG's presale triumphs signal a new era in digital currencies, poised to secure substantial funds. The impressive growth trajectory and market leadership position it as a game-changer in the crypto world, paving the way for remarkable success and innovation.
BlackRock buys 9.46 lakh shares in Titagarh Rail for 153 crore via block deal
Bulk deal data from the BSE reveals that Rashmi Chowdhary sold more than 26.93 lakh shares at Rs 1,618 each, netting approximately Rs 436 crore from the transaction. Chowdhary, a promoter of the railway sector company, owned over 1.28 crore shares, representing a 9.52% stake as of the end of March, as per the shareholding information available on the NSE.
Anil Agarwal likely pares Vedanta stake in large block deal, shares drop 6%
The promoters of Vedanta have reportedly sold 17.1 crore shares of the company and the transaction value is estimated to be around Rs 7,000-8,0000 crore. The official buyers and sellers of the transaction are not yet known.
First critical mineral block auctions winners to be announced on Monday
The winners of six critical mineral blocks, including the highly contested Katghora block, will be announced on Monday. Among them is India's first lithium and rare earth element (REE) mine. The first round of auctions, launched on November 23 last year with 20 mines, saw bids for phosphorite, fertiliser minerals, and more. The lithium block in Chhattisgarh received significant attention with over 10 bids, while graphite mines attracted 4-5 bidders per block.
Bulk deal vs block deal: Check differences, execution details, timings and more
Block and bulk deals are large transactions that are executed on stock exchanges. While block deals happen through a special trading window on the exchange that is not visible to all, bulk deals are done as part of the normal trading and can be seen by everyone.
Round 10 of commercial coal block auctions launched, 67 mines on offer
Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy launched the 10th round of commercial coal mine auctions, including 67 mines, to enhance domestic production and energy security. With a focus on reducing imports and increasing production, he highlighted coal's significance, aiming for one billion tons production by 2024-25.
Suzlon Energy shares hit 5% upper circuit amid block deal
Suzlon Energy's shares surged 5% to Rs 51.3 on BSE due to a reported block deal, where 0.3% of its equity changed hands. Details on the transaction's participants remain undisclosed. By 10:38 am, the stock traded 4% higher at Rs 50.9. Over the past year, Suzlon has delivered impressive returns, rallying 256%, and over two years, it surged 680%.
PNB Housing Finance shares tumble nearly 5% after large block deal
Shares of state-owned PNB Housing Finance dropped 4.8% to Rs 800 in early Thursday trading on the BSE, after a block deal where 1.36 crore shares changed hands. Asia Opportunities Fund and General Atlantic likely sold a 5.2% stake at a floor price of Rs 773, an 8% discount from the previous close of Rs 840.
Vodafone sells 18% stake in Indus Towers for Rs 15,300 crore to repay debt
Vodafone PLC said it has sold 484.7 million shares in Indus Towers and raised Rs 15,300 crore (€1.7 billion) in gross proceeds which will be used to repay debt. Shares of Indus Towers fell 6% to Rs 320.60, while Vodafone Idea stock were trading 2% higher at Rs 17.25.
Indus Towers block deal size increased to 17.98% from 9.94%
The term sheet issued on Tuesday stated that Vodafone PLC would sell a 9.94% stake in the tower company. The shares are expected to be sold in the price range of Rs 310 to 341, representing a discount of 9.9% to 0.8% from Tuesday’s closing price. At the upper end of this range, the deal is expected to raise Rs 16,528 crore, or $1.8 billion.
Fosun is said to plan block deals to pare stake in Gland Pharma
The listed arm of billionaire Guo Guangchang’s Fosun International Ltd. holds about 58% of Gland Pharma, which has a market value 303 billion rupees ($3.6 billion). It will carry out more block sales in the coming months to shore up its balance sheet unless buyout firms make an offer, the people said.
Tenth round of commercial coal block auction to kick off next week
Coal produced from the 62 blocks is permitted to be sold by the companies in the free market. So far, nine rounds of commercial coal auctions have taken place since 2020 and 107 coal blocks have been auctioned with 256 million tonnes peak rated capacity.
Another block deal in IndiGo, 5 lakh shares change hands; stock flat
Earlier on Tuesday, promoter group entity InterGlobe Enterprises had sold a 2% stake or around 77 lakh shares in the airline after which their ownership had dropped to 35.75%. That was the first instance the Bhatia Family sold their stake in InterGlobe Aviation after the IPO.
Block deal impact: Mamaearth shares fall 4% as 66 lakh shares change hands
Mamaearth Share Price: Shares of Honasa Consumer, owner of Mamaearth, dropped 4% post a block deal where 66.20 lakh shares exchanged at Rs 439 each, totaling Rs 291 crore. The deal, equivalent to a 2% stake, likely saw Fireside Ventures and Sofina Ventures as sellers, both holding significant stakes in Honasa Consumer.
Block Deal Buzz: Blackstone offloads 15% stake in Mphasis worth Rs 7,000 crore; stock drops 4%
Global investment firm Blackstone likely sold a 15% stake in Mphasis, leading to a 3.7% share price drop. It's the year's second-largest block deal. Blackstone, owning 55.45%, will drop to 40.4% after the deal. Mphasis specializes in IT services, especially in BFSI. Last year, shares rose 27.5%, but in 2024, they fell 13.6%.
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