IL&FS shares have posted a 1-year gain of 0.79%, but on a year-to-date (YTD) basis, the stock has fallen by 7.25%. Over the past six months, it has declined by 8.50%, and in the last three months, it has decreased by 6.05%.

A Death Cross is a bearish technical indicator that occurs when a stock’s short-term simple moving average (SMA) crosses below its long-term moving average.

India s structural growth outlook remains positive, with 80% of GDP growth driven by domestic factors. The market is poised for growth in the next 5-10 years, despite short-term challenges. Diversification into global markets and well-diversified portfolios are recommended to mitigate risks.

Amidst tariff uncertainties and market volatility, Deepak Shenoy advises investors to be cautious, focusing on domestic manufacturing, infrastructure, and consumption-driven sectors in India. He suggests strategic allocation towards companies producing in and for India, capitalizing on the Surge India trend for long-term growth. While anticipating short-term challenges, Shenoy remains bullish on India s long-term prospects.

On the positive side there has been a good union budget (tax rates cut), easing actions by the central bank (rate cuts, liquidity boost, regulatory relaxations), and uptick in government spending. The rally in March was a welcome relief. However, I believe that the markets could remain rangebound in the near term.

Indian stock markets face a sharp downturn, with the Sensex plummeting and investors losing significant wealth amid global trade war fears. Experts advise a strategic shift towards domestic-focused sectors like FMCG, financials, and infrastructure, leveraging India s strong internal consumption and fiscal policies.

Adani Ports has begun operations at the $800 million Colombo West International Terminal, a fully automated deep-water facility developed with Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings and the Ports Authority. The terminal boosts Colombo’s transshipment capabilities and regional trade links. Analysts remain bullish on Adani Ports, with a target price suggesting 39% upside from current levels.

KPI Green Energy shares: The company announced the termination of the order awarded to M/s Sai Bandhan Infinium for the project. The termination was due to a change in the project’s technical requirements received after the order was placed.