Stock market today (April 20, 2026): Nifty50 opens below 24,300; BSE Sensex down over 200 points as oil prices rise on Hormuz closure

Stock market today (AI image) Stock market today: Sensex and Nifty opened in red on Monday on weak global cues as the closure of Strait of Hormuz led to an increase in oil prices. While Nifty50 went below 24,300, BSE Sensex dropped over 200 points. At 9:16 AM, Nifty50 was trading at 24,290.00, down 64…

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IPL 2026: Why Rajasthan Royals will wear special pink jerseys against Gujarat Titans | Cricket News

Rajasthan Royals announce ‘Pink Promise Match’ on May 9 Rajasthan Royals will take the field in a special all-pink jersey during their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur on Saturday, but the occasion is about far more than just cricket. The match marks the Royals’ third annual ‘Pink Promise Match’, an initiative…

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Realty firm to help build Bengaluru Metro station | Bengaluru News

Bengaluru: Bagmane Developers Pvt Ltd signed a grant agreement with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to support construction of DRDO Sports Complex Metro station on Outer Ring Road (ORR) corridor under Phase-2A of Namma Metro project.The agreement signed Friday involves a contribution of Rs 40 crore from Bagmane Developers, of which Rs 20 crore…

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Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission relief sparks EV infra boom at petrol pumps | Bengaluru News

BENGALURU: Amid evolving energy demand patterns and policy support for electric mobility, oil marketing companies (OMCs) across Karnataka are accelerating their transition from conventional fuel retailing to building a robust electric vehicle (EV) charging network, particularly around Bengaluru.Even as uncertainties loom over the resumption of petroleum supplies in the backdrop of the ongoing West Asia…

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IPL 2026: Why is RCB captain Rajat Patidar not playing vs Punjab Kings?

Rajat Patidar (BCCI/IPL Photo) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru entered their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala without regular captain Rajat Patidar. In Patidar’s absence, wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma led the side.RCB are the defending IPL champions, having defeated Punjab Kings in the 2025 final to lift…

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Happy Raj Review: ‘Happy Raj’ OTT review: Netizens call GV Prakash starrer a perfect weekend watch |

The romantic comedy ‘Happy Raj,’ starring G. V. Prakash Kumar, debuted on OTT on Amazon Prime Video on April 24, 2026. After a modest theatrical run, the film is now reaching a wider audience online. Directed by Maria Raja Elanchezian, the movie focuses on relationships, family emotions, and social perceptions. With its simple story and…

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Isro will open astronaut cadre to civilians: 4 of 10 in 2nd batch | Bengaluru News

Bengaluru: India’s astronaut cadre is expected to open to civilians for the first time, marking a shift in how Isro is preparing for the future of human spaceflight beyond the first few Gaganyaan missions.Isro’s committee on astronaut selection and management, after deliberation, has recommended that the second batch of Indian astronauts include four civilian specialists…

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