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NSE has announced a major change in market closing hours effective August 3, 2026. The cash market will now have a Closing Auction Session from 3:15 PM to 3:35 PM to help determine a more accurate closing price, while the F&O segment will remain open until 3:40 PM instead of 3:30 PM, giving traders an additional 10 minutes to hedge or adjust positions based on the final cash market close. Pre-open and regular market opening timings remain unchanged, the closing price VWAP calculation window will be extended to 3:10 PM–3:40 PM, and trade modification will continue to be available until 4:15 PM.
Wipro shares are trading positively today after the company announced a major strategic partnership with ServiceNow to deploy Agentic AI solutions at scale. The collaboration aims to automate key business functions, including IT operations, human resources, and cybersecurity workflows, helping enterprises improve efficiency and productivity. Investor sentiment has also been supported by Wipro's Rs 12,000 crore share buyback program, with the record date set for June 5. The buyback is expected to enhance shareholder value and has attracted strong market interest. Adding to the positive momentum, Wipro's ADRs (American Depositary Receipts) surged nearly 18% in the U.S. market, reflecting optimism around the company's AI initiatives and growth prospects. As a result, Wipro shares were trading around 2% higher at Rs 205.65, making the stock one of the key gainers in today's session.
NBCC (India) Limited has recently secured a new Rs 42.55 crore Project Management Consultancy (PMC) order for construction and infrastructure works from Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti and Indian Bank. The company, a Navratna government-owned PSU, mainly operates in real estate development, institutional building projects, and redevelopment works under PMC and EPC models. Following the order announcement, NBCC shares rose 1.70%, with the stock trading around Rs 97.18 after touching an intraday high of Rs 98.25.
Sterlite Technologies shares have delivered a massive 375% multibagger return in 2026 so far. The company recently secured a major international order worth $1.11 billion and also launched its Neuralis AI Data Center portfolio in the United States. These advanced high-density fiber cables are designed to support heavy GPU clusters and large-scale AI data loads. STL’s products will play a key role in building the infrastructure for rapidly expanding AI data centers across the US. Global brokerage firm CLSA remains highly bullish on the stock and has given it an “Outperform” rating. Meanwhile, STL shares were trading 5% higher at Rs 510.65.
Bharat Electronics Limited has recently secured new defence orders worth around Rs 608 crore from Indian defence agencies. Earlier in May 2026, the company had also received additional defence contracts worth Rs 733 crore. These orders include the manufacturing and supply of radar systems, communication equipment, surveillance systems, and electronic warfare devices used by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The stock is currently trading at Rs 423.15, up 0.30% for the day, with a high of Rs 425.55.
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility shares have surged nearly 12% over the last two days, driven by strong Q4 results and the company’s aggressive expansion plans in the EV battery segment. The company is rapidly progressing on its Rs 9,500 crore lithium-ion cell and gigafactory project in Telangana. Additionally, increasing its stake in European battery firm InoBat and signing supply agreements with domestic EV three-wheeler manufacturers have strengthened future growth expectations. The stock is currently trading around Rs 903.
Trent Ltd, a major retail company of the Tata Group, has announced double rewards for its shareholders along with its latest corporate results. The company has declared bonus shares in a 1:2 ratio, meaning shareholders will receive 1 free share for every 2 shares held. Alongside this, the company has also announced a final dividend of Rs 10 per share. Trent Ltd operates popular fashion and lifestyle retail chains such as Zudio, Westside, and Star Bazaar. Following the announcement, the stock was trading at Rs 4,334.00, up 0.87% for the day. The stock opened at Rs 4,341.00 and touched an intraday high of Rs 4,362.00.