SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1

KULR Technology Group, Inc. engages in developing, manufacturing, and licensing next-generation carbon fiber thermal management technologies for batteries and electronic systems. Its products include cellcheck, safecase, thermal capacitor, fiber thermal interface, thermal runaway shield, internal short circuit, and cathode. The company was founded by Michael Mo and Timothy R. Knowles in December 2015 and is headquartered in Webster, TX.

KULR Technology Group Inc

KULR is trending due to a recent launch of its next-generation Battery Management System (kBMS) for defense and space applications, sparking bullish sentiment. The community is discussing the potential for a short squeeze and the company's Bitcoin treasury strategy. Some investors view KULR as a "picks and shovels" play in the growing battery and energy storage sector, while others express concern over dilution and past performance.

Hillenbrand, Inc. is a global industrial company, which engages in providing engineered processing equipment and solutions. It operates through the Advanced Process Solutions and Molding Technology Solutions segments. The Advanced Process Solutions segment provides compounding, extrusion, and material handling, screening, and separating equipment, systems, and services for manufacturing and other industrial processes. The Molding Technology Solutions segment includes engineered and customized equipment, systems, and services in plastic technology and processing. It also operates through the following geographical segments: United States, China, India, Germany, and All Other Countries. The company was founded on November 1, 2007 and is headquartered in Batesville, IN.

Hillenbrand Inc

Hillenbrand is trending due to recent strategic moves, including considering a potential sale of the company's plastics division and exploring strategic alternatives for its Batesville business. Unusual options activity suggests bullish sentiment, while the community discusses the company's consolidation and potential for a significant move. Wall Street's EPS expectations and recent insider activity are also being closely monitored.

This is a legacy token commemorating the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto.

Satoshi Nakamoto

Satoshi Nakamoto ($SATOSHI) is trending as the community celebrates its anniversary and touts it as the 'Bitcoin of memes'. Discussions revolve around its timeless narrative, strong community, and potential for massive growth due to its association with the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin. Many believe $SATOSHI embodies the identity of the entire crypto industry.

Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. engages in the development and commercialization of treatments for dermatological diseases. Its pipeline consists of topical treatments for plaque psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, hand eczema, vitiligo, scalp psoriasis, alopecia areata, and seborrheic dermatitis. The company was founded by Bhaskar Chaudhuri and David W. Osborne in June 2016 and is headquartered in Westlake Village, CA.

Arcutis Biotherapeutics Inc

Arcutis Biotherapeutics is trending as investors speculate about a potential acquisition, fueled by unusual options activity and a recent technical breakout on the charts. Community members are weighing positive regulatory and revenue updates against insider selling, while others discuss potential M&A scenarios in the pharmaceutical sector. Upcoming catalysts, including a PDUFA decision in October, are adding to the heightened interest in $ARQT.

GME Ethereum

GME Ethereum is trending as the community anticipates a potential "god candle" and a tweet from Roaring Kitty, sparking excitement. Conversations revolve around potential catalysts and the overall bullish sentiment surrounding the coin. Some community members highlight locked liquidity and a "savage" team as reasons for optimism, while others suggest that it is a scam.

First Horizon Corp. (Tennessee) operates as a financial holding company, which engages in the provision of checking accounts, savings products, mortgage banking, lending, and financing to individuals and businesses. It operates the business through three segments: Regional Banking, Specialty Banking, and Corporate. The Regional Banking segment offers financial products and services, including traditional lending and deposit taking, to retail and commercial customers. The Specialty Banking segment consists of lines of business that deliver product offerings and services with specialized industry knowledge. The Corporate segment focuses on corporate support functions such as risk management, audit, accounting, finance, executive office, and corporate communications. The company was founded by Frank S. Davis in 1864 and is headquartered in Memphis, TN.

First Horizon Corporation

First Horizon is trending due to unusual options activity and analyst rating adjustments, sparking discussions about its potential. Community talking points include speculation about future performance, potential acquisitions, and comparison to other regional banks. The stock's movements are also being analyzed in the context of broader sector trends and interest rate sensitivity.

GSR III Acquisition Corp engages in the merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase or reorganization with one or more businesses. The company was founded on May 10, 2023 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.

GSR III Acquisition Corp. - Ordinary Shares- Class A

GSR III Acquisition Corp. Ordinary Shares

GSRT is trending as investors discuss the upcoming October 7th shareholder vote regarding its merger with Terra Innovatum, anticipating a ticker change to NKLR. Community talking points include the company's potential in the nuclear energy sector, especially in micro-modular reactors, and comparisons to peers like OKLO and SMR, highlighting potential undervaluation. The focus remains on the merger's completion and the subsequent impact on the stock's price.

FLOKI is the utility token of the Floki Ecosystem. The Floki Ecosystem is a community-powered ecosystem that aims to give people control of their finances through four key utility offerings:  - The Valhalla NFT Metaverse Game. - The Floki University Crypto Education platform. - DeFi. - The FlokiPlaces NFT & Merchandise Marketplace.

Floki Token

Floki is trending as the community celebrates its recent listing on Robinhood, anticipating increased exposure and potential price growth. Discussions revolve around Floki's long-term potential, comparisons to other meme coins, and predictions for a significant rally. Some community members highlight Floki's ecosystem and utility, differentiating it from other meme coins.

NioCorp Developments Ltd. engages in the evaluation, acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral deposits. It focuses on a super alloy materials project in Nebraska for producing niobium, scandium, and titanium. The company was founded on February 27, 1987, and is headquartered in Centennial, CO.

NioCorp Developments Ltd

NioCorp ($NB) is trending due to its potential role in domestic rare earth production, particularly after peer stock $CRML saw a significant spike following news of possible government investment. Community members are discussing the company's EXIM loan prospects and the potential for government involvement in securing rare earth supply chains.  Some traders believe $NB could be the next stock to experience a similar surge.

Trump For President

Trump Crypto is trending amidst mixed sentiment and volatility, with some community members labeling it a "shitcoin" while others express optimism about potential gains. Discussions also involve broader topics like potential interest rate cuts, government shutdowns, and the connection between crypto and political figures. The community is actively debating the coin's future and its relationship with other cryptocurrencies.

statis crypto Watchlist

Bitcoin

Ethereum

Solana

Ripple

Dogecoin

Cardano

statis IN Watchlist

Nifty 50

Nifty Bank

Reliance Industries Ltd.

Zomato Ltd.

Tata Consultancy Services

Tata Motors Ltd.

HDFC Bank Ltd.

ITC Ltd.

Adani Enterprises Ltd

Axis Bank Ltd

Bajaj Finance Ltd

statis US Watchlist

SPDR S&P 500 ETF

Apple Inc.

Tesla Inc

Microsoft Corporation

NVIDIA Corp

 Hey, I want to invite you to join Stocktwits. It’s the largest global community of active traders. You’ll get access to the real-time market insights, news, discussion and much more! You can sign up using my unique link below 
 


 has invited you to join Stocktwits

Private sector lender <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/equitas-small-finance-bank-share-price/ESF/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd</a> on Saturday (October 4) reported a 4.08% quarter-on-quarter growth in gross advances to ₹39,145 crore as of September 30, 2025, compared to ₹37,610 crore in the previous quarter. On a year-on-year basis, gross advances rose 8.58%. The growth came on the back of improved disbursements of ₹5,381 crore, up 53% sequentially and 11% year-on-year. 
 
Microfinance and micro loan advances stood at ₹3,414 crore, reflecting a 39.42% year-on-year and 3.46% sequential decline, compared to a 22% drop in the June 2025 quarter. Non-micro finance and micro loan advances grew 17.47% year-on-year and 4.87% quarter-on-quarter to ₹35,731 crore. Gross advances include ₹2,047 crore under IBPC/securitised/assigned portfolios as of September 30, 2025. 
 
Total deposits stood at ₹44,094 crore, up 10.92% year-on-year but slightly down 0.57% sequentially. CASA deposits increased 12.78% year-on-year and 4.63% quarter-on-quarter to ₹13,622 crore, improving the CASA ratio to 31% from 29% in the previous quarter. The bank’s cost of funds declined to 7.35% from 7.49% in June 2025. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/equitas-small-finance-bank-shares-posts-q1-loss-on-one-time-provisions-advances-rise-8-pc-19650967.htm">Equitas SFB posts ₹224 crore Q1 loss on one-time provisions; advances rise 8%</a> 
 
The credit-deposit ratio improved to 84.14% in September 2025 from 79.91% in June 2025. After excluding refinance borrowings, the CD ratio stood at 78.57%. During the quarter, the bank sold non-performing assets worth approximately ₹216 crore to an Asset Reconstruction Company. 
 
Collection efficiency in microfinance and microloans improved to 98.56% in Q2 FY26 from 97.97% in Q1 FY26. The 1–90 days past due (DPD) book reduced steadily to ₹183 crore in September 2025 from ₹365 crore in April 2025, with the 1–90 DPD ratio declining to 5.36%. 
 
Fresh overdue (OD) accounts in the microfinance and micro loan segment dropped to ₹30.16 crore in September 2025 from ₹97.48 crore in April 2025, indicating reduced stress levels. In the small business loan segment, net slippages improved to 2.23% in Q2 FY26 from 3.22% in the previous quarter, with Karnataka showing notable improvement at 7.98% compared to 9.35% earlier. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/equitas-small-finance-bank-share-price-qip-board-of-directors-approves-fund-raise-rs-1250-crore-19613157.htm">Equitas Small Finance Bank board approves fund raise of up to ₹1,250 crore via QIP</a> 
 
As of September 30, 2025, unsecured microfinance and microloans accounted for 9% of the loan portfolio, while secured loans comprised 91%. The figures are provisional and subject to audit review and board approval. 
 
Shares of Equitas Small Finance Bank Ltd ended at ₹57.32, down by ₹0.45, or 0.79%, on the BSE.

Equitas SFB Q2 gross advances up 9% to ₹39,145 crore; deposits rise 11%

Total deposits stood at ₹44,094 crore, up 10.92% year-on-year but slightly down 0.57% sequentially. CASA deposits increased 12.78% year-on-year and 4.63% quarter-on-quarter to ₹13,622 crore, improving the CASA ratio to 31% from 29% in the previous quarter.

Equity

Private sector lender <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/kotak-mahindra-bank-share-price/KMB/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/kotak-mahindra-bank-share-price/KMB/">Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd</a></a> on Saturday (October 4) reported a 15.8% year-on-year rise in period-end net advances, which stood at ₹4.62 lakh crore as of September 30, 2025. 
 
Sequentially, net advances were up 4%. The bank’s average net advances for the quarter grew 14.6% year-on-year and 4% quarter-on-quarter to ₹4.47 lakh crore. 
 
Total deposits at the end of the September quarter stood at ₹5.28 lakh crore, up 14.6% year-on-year and 3.1% sequentially. The bank’s average total deposits during the quarter rose 14.4% year-on-year and 3.7% quarter-on-quarter to ₹5.10 lakh crore. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/morgan-stanley-bets-on-kotak-mahindra-bank-expects-shares-to-jump-31-pc-ws-l-19697364.htm">Morgan Stanley bets on Kotak Mahindra Bank, expects shares to jump 31%</a> 
 
The bank’s low-cost current account and savings account (CASA) deposits rose 11.2% year-on-year and 6.7% quarter-on-quarter to ₹2.23 lakh crore as of September 2025. 
 
First Quarter Results 
 
Kotak Mahindra Bank reported a net profit of ₹3,281.7 crore in the June quarter, missing Street estimates of ₹3,442 crore. It was 57.5% lower than the previous year's ₹6,250 crore. 
 
Its net interest income was at ₹7,249 crore, near Street estimates of ₹7,293 crore. The NII increased 6.1% to from the ₹6,842 crore the lender reported in the first quarter of the previous fiscal. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/kotak-mahindra-bank-share-price-block-deal-over-6000-crore-smbc-may-exit-yes-bank-buyer-seller-19668583.htm">Kotak Mahindra Bank shares worth ₹6,256 crore change hands as SMBC plans an exit</a> 
 
Kotak Mahindra Bank's gross non-performing assets (NPA) increased to ₹6,637.7 crore in the first quarter from ₹6,134 crore in the fourth quarter of the financial year 2025. It was at 1.48% in the June quarter in comparison to 1.42% in the previous one. 
 
On Friday (October 3), shares of <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/kotak-mahindra-bank-share-price/KMB/">Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd</a> ended at ₹2,100.90, up by ₹37.95, or 1.84%, on the BSE.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Q2 net advances surge 16% to ₹4.62 lakh crore; deposits up 15%

Total deposits at the end of the September quarter stood at ₹5.28 lakh crore, up 14.6% year-on-year and 3.1% sequentially. The bank’s average total deposits during the quarter rose 14.4% year-on-year and 3.7% quarter-on-quarter to ₹5.10 lakh crore. On Friday (October 3), shares of Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd ended at ₹2,100.90, up by ₹37.95, or 1.84%, on the BSE.

Bengaluru-based real estate developer <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/sobha-share-price/SD6/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sobha Ltd</a> on Saturday (October 4) reported a total sales value of ₹1,902.6 crore for the second quarter of FY26, a 61.4% year-on-year increase, though down 8.5% sequentially from the previous quarter. 
 
The company’s share of sales value stood at ₹1,537 crore, up 56.3% year-on-year but lower by 10.5% quarter-on-quarter. New sales area during the quarter stood at 1.39 million square feet, a 50% increase over Q2 FY25 and a 3.5% decline compared to Q1 FY26. The average price realisation improved 7.7% year-on-year and 5.2% sequentially to ₹13,648 per square foot. 
 
Bengaluru contributed 69.7% of the quarterly sales value at ₹1,326.4 crore, supported by improved momentum at Sobha Town Park. NCR accounted for ₹309.7 crore, led by Sobha Aranya and Sobha Aurum, while Kerala added ₹184.8 crore, driven by festive demand. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/sobha-share-price-q1-business-update-greater-noida-project-contribution-bengaluru-kerala-gurugram-pre-sales-guidance-19633237.htm">Sobha Q1 Update: Greater Noida project contributes to strong pre-sales for Bengaluru-based realtor</a> 
 
For the first half of FY26, Sobha achieved its highest-ever sales value of ₹3,981.4 crore, up 30.4% year-on-year, with total new sales area of 2.84 million square feet. 
 
During Q2 FY26, the company completed 1.18 million square feet of saleable area, delivering 591 homes across projects including Sobha Manhattan Towers, Sobha Sentosa, and Sobha Royal Pavilion in Bangalore; Marina One in Kochi; and Sobha Nesara in Pune. 
 
Sobha also launched an extension of Sobha Lifestyle, a boutique luxury villa project spread over 2.12 acres in North Bangalore, near the international airport. 
 
On Friday (October 3), shares of Sobha Ltd ended at ₹1,470.45, down by ₹46.05, or 3.04%, on the BSE. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/sobha-share-price-q1fy26-results-net-profit-more-than-doubles-highest-quarterly-sales-ebitda-margins-revenue-19643805.htm">Sobha Q1 Results | Net profit more than doubles; posts highest quarterly sales of ₹2,079 crore</a>

Sobha Q2 sales jump 61% to ₹1,903 crore; achieves record ₹3,981 crore sales in H1

For the first half of FY26, Sobha achieved its highest-ever sales value of ₹3,981.4 crore, up 30.4% year-on-year, with total new sales area of 2.84 million square feet. On Friday (October 3), shares of Sobha Ltd ended at ₹1,470.45, down by ₹46.05, or 3.04%, on the BSE.

LIC-controlled <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/idbi-bank-share-price/IDB05/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IDBI Bank Limited</a> on Saturday (October 4) reported a 12% year-on-year increase in its total business, which stood at ₹5,33,839 crore as of September 30, 2025, compared to ₹4,78,547 crore in the corresponding period last year. 
 
According to the disclosure, total deposits grew 9% year-on-year to ₹3,03,531 crore as of September 2025, up from ₹2,77,602 crore a year earlier. 
 
The bank’s low-cost CASA deposits stood at ₹1,39,056 crore, reflecting a 4% growth from ₹1,33,639 crore in September 2024. Net advances rose 15% year-on-year to ₹2,30,308 crore as of September 2025, compared to ₹2,00,944 crore in the same period last year. 
 
First Quarter Results 
 
Net profit for the lender increased by 16.8% from last year to ₹2,007.4 crore from ₹1,719.3 crore in the year-ago period. Net Interest Income (NII) for the quarter declined by 2% to ₹3,165.8 crore. NII for the base quarter stood at ₹3,232.8 crore. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/economy/govt-to-soon-invite-financial-bids-for-idbi-bank-spa-talks-nearing-close-19629226.htm">Govt to soon invite financial bids for IDBI Bank; SPA talks nearing close</a> 
 
The bottom line also received a boost from a provision write-back of ₹385.3 crore, compared to a write-back of ₹2,759.37 crore in the March quarter. Asset quality trends have been mixed for the quarter. Gross NPA for the quarter stood at 2.93% from 2.98% in March, while Net NPA stood at 0.21% from 0.15% in March. 
 
IDBI Bank's Return on Assets (RoA) improved to 2.01%, which was a growth of 18 basis points from the same quarter last year. Net Interest margin for the quarter contracted by 50 basis points from the year-ago quarter to 3.68% from 4.18% last year. 
 
On Friday (October 3), shares of IDBI Bank Ltd ended at ₹92.58, up by ₹0.20, or 0.22%, on the BSE. 
 
Also Read: IDBI Bank Q4 Results: Shares rise 3% as asset quality improves; dividend declared

IDBI Bank's total business rises 12% to ₹5.33 lakh crore in September quarter

According to the disclosure, total deposits grew 9% year-on-year to ₹3,03,531 crore as of September 2025, up from ₹2,77,602 crore a year earlier. On Friday (October 3), shares of IDBI Bank Ltd ended at ₹92.58, up by ₹0.20, or 0.22%, on the BSE.

Ahmedabad-based financial data intelligence platform Ignosis has raised $4 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Peak XV’s Surge, with backing from Razorpay Ventures, Force Ventures, and Kunal Shah of Cred, among other existing investors. 
 
The fresh capital will be used to strengthen the company’s AI capabilities, expand its product and engineering teams, and enhance governance and compliance processes. 
 
Speaking to CNBC-TV18, Nirav Prajapati, Co-Founder and CEO of Ignosis, said, “With this fundraise, we are focusing more on our AI product roadmap, hiring for product and engineering roles, expanding our enterprise sales and customer success teams, and doubling down on governance, compliance, and internal processes.” 
 
Founded in 2022, Ignosis has already partnered with over 125 financial institutions, aiming to bridge the gap for millions of underserved Indians and MSMEs who struggle to access credit, insurance, and wealth services. 
 
Prajapati highlighted the role of the RBI-backed account aggregator in the company’s business model. “The account aggregator is an RBI-backed ecosystem that enables seamless, secure, consented data sharing, allowing lenders and wealth managers to access real-time financial profiles of customers. Through Ignosis’ AI-driven intelligence, we enrich this information with cash flow data, obligation data, and fraud risk signals,” he explained. 
 
He added that account aggregator technology could become as fundamental to financial data as UPI is to payments, with over 2.2 billion accounts available on the ecosystem that can be linked and shared in near real time. “So far, over 250 million consents have been fulfilled through account aggregator. This year alone, almost ₹1.6 lakh crore in loans has been disbursed through the account aggregator,” Prajapati said, emphasising how the ecosystem is expanding. 
 
On the role of AI-driven analytics, Prajapati said the platform helps BFSI players move beyond legacy bank statement analysis. “Our intelligence identifies accurate income for the self-employed, their business income and expenses, and enables gig workers whose cash flow patterns are unpredictable. Accurate income and obligation assessment for gig workers is really driving financial inclusion across various financial products,” he said. 
 
The company also uses hyper-personalised nudges to improve the financial health of end customers. Prajapati gave an example: “Imagine you have a rent payment coming up but are short on cash. A nudge can go out a couple of days in advance, reminding you to top up your account before the rent payment hits. Alternatively, a bank can offer a pre-approved loan to cover the upcoming expense.” 
 
With its pre-Series A fundraise, Ignosis aims to scale its offerings further and deepen financial inclusion for millions of underserved Indians, leveraging AI, account aggregator technology, and data intelligence to simplify access to credit, insurance, and investment services. 
 
Watch accompanying video for full show.

Ignosis to focus on AI, product expansion and governance after $4 million pre-Series A fundraise

Ignosis, a financial data intelligence startup, plans to use its $4 million pre-Series A funding to expand AI capabilities, strengthen product and engineering teams, and enhance compliance. The company leverages RBI-backed account aggregator technology and AI-driven analytics to provide real-time financial insights, helping millions of underserved Indians and MSMEs access credit, insurance, and investment services.

<a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/allcargo-logistics-share-price/AGL02/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Allcargo Logistics Ltd</a> on Friday (October 3) said its wholly owned subsidiary, ALX Shipping Agencies India Pvt. Ltd, has filed a complaint with the Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Mumbai, seeking criminal proceedings against its CEO and a promoter of one of its customers. 
The complaint has been filed against Sandeep Bakshi, CEO of ALX, and Vishal Mehta, owner and promoter of Rushabh Sealink and Logistics Private Ltd, a customer of Aladin Express DMCC, for which ALX acts as the exclusive agent. 
The company said the case has been registered under Sections 61 and 316 read with Section 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. According to Allcargo, ALX had received a legal notice from Mehta making significant monetary claims. A preliminary internal investigation by ALX revealed alleged irregularities and criminal conspiracy between the two accused. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/earnings/allcargo-logistics-q1-results-festive-demand-volume-growth-outlook-us-tariffs-19653126.htm">Festive demand may boost Allcargo’s international volumes by 8-10%: CFO</a> 
 
The alleged acts involved attempts to make ALX liable for payments to Rushabh by signing agreements that created a liability of ₹10 crore, linked to freight advances paid to shipping lines and settled through various voyages, without proper authority or validity. 
The complaint also notes that Mehta has filed complaints against multiple entities, including ALX. Allcargo added that it continues to investigate the matter internally, while also seeking an official investigation into alleged criminal defamation through baseless media statements by Mehta. 
The company clarified that the development has no impact on the financial, operational, or other activities of Allcargo Logistics. Shares of Allcargo Logistics Ltd ended at ₹32.19, down by ₹0.18, or 0.56%, on the BSE. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/allcargo-logistics-shares-may-business-update-steady-shipping-volumes-global-headwinds-ws-l-19625499.htm">Allcargo Logistics sees steady shipping volumes in May amid trade volatility</a>

Allcargo Logistics unit ALX Shipping files EOW complaint against CEO, customer promoter

The company clarified that the development has no impact on the financial, operational, or other activities of Allcargo Logistics. Shares of Allcargo Logistics Ltd ended at ₹32.19, down by ₹0.18, or 0.56%, on the BSE.

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of ₹5 lakh on Drishti IAS (VDK Eduventures Pvt Ltd) for publishing misleading advertisements regarding the results of the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2022. 
 
Drishti IAS, in its advertisement, prominently claimed ”216+ selections in UPSC CSE 2022” along with names and photographs of successful candidates. 
 
However, upon examination, CCPA found that the claim was misleading and concealed crucial information regarding the type and duration of courses opted for by these candidates, the Consumer Affairs Ministry said in a statement. 
 
The investigation revealed that out of the 216 candidates claimed by Drishti IAS, as many as 162 candidates (75%) had only taken the free Interview Guidance Programme (IGP) of the institute, after independently clearing the Preliminary and Mains stages of UPSC CSE. Only 54 students were enrolled in IGP and other courses. 
 
This deliberate concealment of important information misled aspirants and parents into believing that Drishti IAS was responsible for their success in all stages of the UPSC examination, which is a misleading advertisement under Section 2(28) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. 
 
CCPA also noted that this is the second penalty imposed on Drishti IAS for similar conduct. Earlier, in September 2024, the authority had passed a final order against Drishti IAS for its misleading claim of ”150+ selections in UPSC CSE 2021”. 
 
The institute submitted the details of 161 candidates, exceeding its claim of 150+ selections in UPSC CSE 2021. 
 
In that case too, it was found that out of these 161 candidates, 148 were enrolled in IGP, seven were enrolled in Mains Mentorship Program, four were enrolled in GS Foundation Program, one in Optional course and the details of the remaining one candidate were not mentioned. 
 
The CCPA imposed a penalty of ₹3 lakh and directed the discontinuation of the misleading advertisement. 
 
Despite being penalised and cautioned earlier, Drishti IAS once again indulged in the same practice for the 2022 examination results by enhancing its claim to ”216+ selections”, thereby showing repeated non-compliance and disregard for consumer protection norms. 
 
The concealment of such crucial information deprived prospective students and parents of their right to make an informed choice, as per Section 2(9) of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. 
 
”Such advertisements create false expectations and unfairly influence consumer decisions, particularly when large claims are made without transparent disclosure of facts,” the ministry said. 
 
So far, the CCPA has issued 54 notices to various coaching institutes for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices. Penalties amounting to over ₹90.6 lakh have been imposed on 26 coaching institutes, along with directions to discontinue such misleading claims. 
 
The CCPA noted that all such institutes concealed important information regarding the courses opted for by successful candidates in their advertisements, which amounts to misleading advertisements under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. 
 
The authority has emphasised that all coaching institutes must strictly ensure truthful disclosure of information in their advertisements so that students can make fair and informed decisions regarding their academic choices.

CCPA fines Drishti IAS ₹5 lakh for misleading ads on UPSC results

Central Consumer Protection Authority fines Drishti IAS ₹5 lakh for misleading UPSC CSE 2022 results ads, citing repeated non-compliance and concealed details.

Private sector lender <a class="stockpage_articles" href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/stocks/rbl-bank-share-price/RB03/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RBL Bank Ltd</a> on Friday (October 3, 2025) reported its provisional business update for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. 
Total deposits rose 8% year-on-year to ₹1,16,665 crore as against ₹1,07,959 crore in the same quarter last year, and up 3% sequentially from ₹1,12,734 crore in June 2025. Deposits below ₹3 crore stood at ₹59,441 crore, up 14% year-on-year and 3% quarter-on-quarter, accounting for nearly 51% of overall deposits. 
The bank’s CASA deposits increased 3% year-on-year to ₹37,169 crore compared with ₹36,224 crore a year ago. However, the CASA ratio declined to 31.9% in September 2025 from 33.6% in the year-ago period. Liquidity coverage ratio averaged 127% during the quarter. 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/rbl-bank-shares-gets-rs-92-crore-gst-demand-notice-ws-l-19700586.htm">RBL Bank gets ₹92 crore GST demand notice</a> 
 
 
 
Gross advances crossed the ₹1 lakh crore mark, reaching ₹1,02,350 crore, reflecting a 14% year-on-year and 6% quarter-on-quarter growth. Retail advances grew 11% year-on-year and 5% quarter-on-quarter, while wholesale advances rose 20% year-on-year and 6% quarter-on-quarter. Within wholesale, commercial banking advances registered a 33% year-on-year and 5% quarter-on-quarter increase. 
In the retail segment, secured retail advances surged 29% year-on-year and 10% quarter-on-quarter, while unsecured retail advances declined 7% year-on-year. The overall retail-to-wholesale advance mix stood at approximately 60:40. The bank said it continues to focus on strengthening its granular retail deposit base. 
 
Shares of RBL Bank Ltd ended at ₹275.10, down by ₹0.15, or 0.054%, on the BSE. 
 
Also Read: <a href="https://www.cnbctv18.com/market/rbl-bank-share-price-three-important-triggers-f-o-ban-agm-citi-buy-target-price-19688389.htm">RBL Bank shares remain in focus on three important triggers</a>

RBL Bank Q2 deposits up 8% to ₹1.17 lakh crore; gross advances cross ₹1 lakh crore

The bank’s CASA deposits increased 3% year-on-year to ₹37,169 crore compared with ₹36,224 crore a year ago. However, the CASA ratio declined to 31.9% in September 2025 from 33.6% in the year-ago period. Shares of RBL Bank Ltd ended at ₹275.10, down by ₹0.15, or 0.054%, on the BSE.

India’s newly formed Online Gaming Authority, a national regulator tasked with overseeing the online gaming industry, will be functional from the moment the government notifies the rules, S. Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, said in an interview with CNBC-TV18. 
 
Krishnan said that the authority is fully staffed and will run as a digital office from Delhi-NCR. “It can be ready the next day, because all the officials are in place,” he said, adding that the digital system was also being prepared to enable immediate roll-out. 
 
The Online Gaming Authority of India is designed as a statutory regulator with quasi-judicial powers. It will maintain a central registry of games, classify money games, and handle disputes. Its creation follows the passage of the Online Gaming Bill in late August this year, which split regulatory duties across ministries - the sports ministry to promote eSports, the information ministry to regulate social games, and the IT ministry to enforce money-gaming bans. 
 
Krishnan said registering social games will be voluntary rather than mandatory, easing compliance for developers. He added that the move should encourage innovation and give startups a boost. 
 
The IT Minister also stressed that the intent of the law is to protect players, not penalise them. Referring to Rule 24, which deals with the return of funds, he said: “The Act does not intend to penalise players of online games or online money games. The intent is to treat them more as victims of a particular offence, and therefore the intent thereafter is to make sure that they get back what they have put down.” 
 
He also clarified that the authority’s role is limited to classification, while enforcement actions such as prosecution and blocking remain with agencies designated under the Act.

Exclusive | India’s new online gaming authority to be operational from day one, says IT secretary

The Online Gaming Authority of India will function as a digital-first regulator with powers to oversee money-gaming bans and maintain a registry of approved games.

Vedanta-owned Hindustan Zinc Ltd released its Q2 FY26 business update, showcasing a mixed operational performance across key segments, while delivering strong financial results. 
 
In terms of production, mined metal output stood at 258 kilo tonnes (kt), marking a 1% year-on-year (YoY) increase, though it dipped 3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). Saleable metal production came in at 246 kt, reflecting a 6% YoY decline and a 1% QoQ drop. On the refining front, zinc production rose 2% YoY to 202 kt, remaining flat sequentially. However, refined lead output fell sharply by 29% YoY and 7% QoQ, settling at 45 kt. 
 
Despite these operational variances, Hindustan Zinc posted a robust 35% YoY jump in net profit, reaching ₹2,327 crore for the July–September quarter. This figure exceeded CNBC-TV18’s poll estimate of ₹2,256 crore. The company’s revenue surged 22% YoY to ₹8,252 crore, driven by higher London Metal Exchange (LME) zinc prices and a sequential recovery in silver volumes. 
 
EBITDA for the quarter rose 31% YoY to ₹4,123 crore, with margins expanding by 380 basis points to 50%, aligning with analyst expectations. The margin improvement was attributed to higher silver volumes and reduced zinc production costs, which helped offset weaker lead prices. 
 
At the time, Hindustan Zinc also announced a ₹327 crore investment in Serentica Renewables India Pvt. Ltd. for a minimum 26% equity stake. The partnership aims to develop captive renewable power projects across India, with phased commissioning expected by June 2027. 
 
Shares of Hindustan Zinc settled 2.2% higher at Rs 492.30. The stock has gained almost 11% in 2025 so far, but remains over 14% lower from its 52-week high price of ₹575.40.

Hindustan Zinc reports mixed Q2 performance; net profit surges 35% YoY

Hindustan Zinc’s revenue growth was underpinned by firmer zinc prices on the London Metal Exchange and improved silver sales, which also supported margin expansion during the quarter. The company’s move to invest in Serentica Renewables reflects its push towards cleaner energy, with plans to secure captive green power over the next two years. Meanwhile, the stock’s recent performance shows a steady recovery in 2025, though it is yet to reclaim its peak levels.