Capital markets regulator Sebi on Tuesday extended the timeline by two months to October 1 for implementing the framework on facilitating the participation of retail investors in algorithmic trading, which provides advantages of faster order execution and improved liquidity.

India s National Stock Exchange said on Tuesday it is awaiting the markets regulator s approval for its settlement applications in cases linked to unfair trading access.

Larsen & Toubro reported a robust 30% YoY increase in Q1 consolidated net profit, reaching Rs 3,617 crore, with revenue up 16% to Rs 63,679 crore. The company secured substantial orders worth Rs 94,453 crore, driven by strong performance in its Projects & Manufacturing segment.

Several Nifty500 companies saw a sharp decline in institutional holdings in Q1FY26, signalling possible profit booking, rebalancing, or reduced confidence from large investors amid volatile market conditions.

HeidelbergCement India Ltd on Tuesday reported a 20.87 per cent rise in net profit to Rs 48.23 crore for the June quarter of FY26.

11 smallcap stocks posted 10%+ profit margins for four straight quarters; five delivered multibagger returns over the past year.

Lenskart files for a Rs 8,000 crore IPO, combining fresh issue and OFS. Backed by global investors, it aims to expand retail presence, boost tech, and grow internationally.

Indian equities snapped a three-day losing streak on Tuesday, with the benchmark indices climbing as value buying in blue-chip names like Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank buoyed sentiment.

The Indian rupee remained under pressure on Tuesday, as dollar demand from importers and weakness in foreign portfolio flows continued to drag it towards the 87 to the U.S. dollar mark, its weakest level since March.

Aditya Infotech’s IPO opened with a bang, backed by a 38% grey market premium and strong retail demand. But while firms like Geojit and Reliance Securities recommend subscribing to long-term growth prospects, others, such as SBI Securities, flag high valuations and weak cash flows as red flags.