Omnivore India Capital Trust and Omnivore Capital Management Advisors have settled a case pertaining to alleged delay in winding up the venture capital fund on payment of Rs 14.62 lakh.

The European Central Bank (ECB) executed its eighth interest rate cut, reducing the bank deposit rate to 2.0%, amidst controlled inflation and a cautious outlook on the Eurozone economy. Concerns over trade war risks with the U.S. and sluggish growth prompted the action, though increased government spending offers a potential medium-term boost.

The founding firms of India s Bajaj Finserv will sell at least a 1.58% stake they own in the financial services company in a deal worth 47.5 billion rupees ($554 million), news channel ET NOW reported on Thursday, citing sources.

Silver prices hit a lifetime high of Rs 1,04,100 per kilogram in the national capital on Thursday, and gold prices jumped Rs 430 in line with strong global cues, according to the All India Sarafa Association.

U.S. stock indexes opened higher on Thursday after signs of tariff negotiations between the U.S. and China, while investors looked ahead to a key jobs report to gauge the health of the labor market amid trade uncertainties.

Cochin Shipyard jumped over 12% amid global defense spending talks led by NATO. With India’s strategic ties to NATO nations, Indian defence stocks rallied. The stock is trading above all key SMAs, showing strength. It posted 38.5% YoY revenue growth in Q4 FY25 and strong multi-year returns.

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde said on Thursday that the euro zone appeared to be attracting more foreign investment recently, in a sign that investors are increasingly confident in Europe s economic outlook.

Sebi has introduced a new framework for ESG debt securities—excluding green bonds—to boost transparency, curb purpose-washing, and align with global standards. Categories include social, sustainability, and sustainability-linked bonds, with strict disclosure and reporting requirements for issuers.

Indian markets closed higher for a second day, led by pharma, realty, and metals. Nifty showed a golden crossover, signaling potential short-term bullish momentum. Support at 24,500 remains key to avoiding major corrections.