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The surge in the IT sector stocks notably fueled the market's ascent in the initial trading session. Among the 30 stocks constituting the BSE Sensex, prominent gainers included Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, HCL Technologies, Tata Motors, Wipro, ICICI Bank, and Nestle.

Sources cited in a Reuters report suggest that Tata Group might secure a majority stake of 65% in a proposed joint venture to run the Pegatron plant, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage. The envisaged partnership is anticipated to be operated through Tata Electronics, as outlined in the report.

This surge propelled the combined market capitalization of BSE-listed companies beyond the Rs 400 lakh crore milestone.

This resurgence in deal activity can be attributed to several factors including robust private equity (PE) operations, a notable resurgence in initial public offerings (IPOs), and a string of high-value transactions, as outlined by the 'Grant Thornton Bharat Dealtracker.'

Anuj Kacker, Co-founder of Freo, emphasized the company's exceptional growth trajectory, profitability, and the trust garnered from a user base exceeding 25 million. He attributed this success to the potency of their technology, customer-centric product offerings, and their overarching mission of broadening financial inclusion.

The objective behind this move, according to a Vistara spokesperson, is to realign flight operations to levels reminiscent of those observed at the conclusion of February 2024. By implementing these adjustments, Vistara intends to strengthen its roster management, thereby establishing a more durable and sustainable operational framework.

In the realm of US bond yields, there has been notable volatility throughout this year, driven by speculations surrounding potential rate adjustments by the Federal Reserve (Fed). At the outset of the year, the market anticipated six rate cuts in 2024, leading to a gradual decline in yields. However, as the year progressed and the US labor market remained robust, market sentiment shifted to expecting only three rate cuts.

Arbitration procedures were initiated by MEMG Family Office in March to safeguard its rights, based on the commitment made by Byju's when obtaining the loan.

Acknowledging the validity of pilot concerns, Kannan assured that the airline is actively reviewing and discussing these issues. He also mentioned forthcoming contracts for pilots, designed to create more opportunities in the future.

The surge in the forex kitty amounted to $2.95 billion for the week, marking the sixth consecutive week of growth following a notable increase of $26.5 billion over the preceding five weeks.