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Ola Electric's stock took a sharp hit on Monday, tumbling over 7% and slipping below the ₹50 mark for the first time since its listing. The stock ended the day at ₹46.90, marking a record low and extending its recent downward trend. This latest plunge comes amid mounting concerns over an insolvency petition filed against the company’s subsidiary, Ola Electric Technologies Pvt Ltd. As news of the legal dispute spread, investor confidence took a hit, triggering a sell-off that further pressured Ola Electric’s already struggling stock. Let’s break down the key factors driving this decline and what it means for the electric vehicle (EV) giant.

Shares of Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Ltd (MTNL) jumped over 13% on Thursday, March 13. The stock soared to ₹48.93 on NSE, driven largely by the company’s successful asset monetization initiative, which helped MTNL raise more than ₹2,135 crore.

Blackstone began engaging with India two decades ago and has significantly expanded its footprint across various sectors. As of 2025, its investments in India have reached approximately $50 billion, encompassing private equity, real estate, technology, data centers, and healthcare.

In a significant escalation of trade tensions, India has imposed steep tariffs on American products, specifically 150% on alcoholic beverages and 100% on certain agricultural goods. This move has drawn sharp criticism from the White House, highlighting the growing complexities in international trade relations.

In a major setback for investors, IndusInd Bank's stock plunged over 20% on 11th March 2025, wiping off thousands of crores in market value. The sharp fall came after reports surfaced that the bank could face a ₹2,000-crore net worth hit due to discrepancies in its derivative exposures.

China: In February, China's overnight and seven-day repo rates surged, leading to significant losses for bond investors due to rising yields. The overnight repo rate surged from 2.1% in January to 3.5% in February, while the seven-day rate increased from 2.3% to 3.8% over the same period.

Investing in stocks and mutual funds has skyrocketed in recent years. Many people moved their money from fixed deposits (FDs) to the stock market. With India's stock market booming, millions have joined in, buying shares of publicly traded companies. Just six years ago, only one in 14 Indian households invested in stocks—now, it's one in five.

After a prolonged 10-day losing streak, the Nifty 50 index has finally reversed its downward momentum, showing a notable recovery. On Thursday, the index climbed by 0.93% to close at 22,544.70, while the BSE Sensex rebounded by 0.83% to reclaim the 74,000 mark at 74,340.09. This rally has sparked investor interest, prompting many to analyze the driving forces behind this resurgence. Let’s break down the five key factors responsible for the recent uptick in the markets.