Nifty 50, Sensex Ended In The Green; The Government Launched A Smart Performance Monitoring Dashboard To Track Six Key Infrastructure Sectors & More
- Share.Market
- 10 min read
- 17 Apr 2026
Here’s a quick wrap-up where we break down the performance of key indices, top corporate movers, and the major economic headlines of the day.
Nifty 50 and Sensex ended this week’s last trading session marginally higher to close in the green. The market witnessed positive momentum, largely driven by investor hopes of easing tensions between the US and Iran. The broader sectoral performance remained upbeat, with all indices closing in positive territory, with Nifty IT emerging as the sole sectoral loser.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
APOLLOApollo Micro Systems secured a lifetime license from the DPIIT to manufacture defence weapons, including missiles, torpedoes, and loitering munitions. The Hyderabad facilities will produce up to 1,000 units per category, supported by capability building from subsidiary IDL Explosives.
CPPLUSAditya Infotech executed a 50:50 joint venture agreement with Orient Cables. This strategic partnership aims to manufacture a range of products, including electric cables, LAN cables, CCTV cables, alongside terminated assemblies and various connectors.
WAAREERTLWaaree Renewable Technologies reported financial results for FY26, with net profit surging by 109.09% to ₹479 crore. The company’s revenue from operations also saw massive growth, increasing by 108.51% to reach ₹3,331 crore compared to the previous fiscal year.
RVNLRail Vikas Nigam Limited emerged as the lowest bidder for an East Coast Railway EPC project. The contract involves constructing the 3rd and 4th railway lines and building several critical open web steel girder bridges over the Birupa, Mahanadi, Kathjori, and Kuakhai rivers.
BAJAJHFLBajaj Housing Finance’s Debenture Allotment Committee has approved the allotment of 1,00,000 Non-Convertible Debentures on a private placement basis. Valued at approximately ₹1,008 crore, these debentures are proposed to be listed on the Wholesale Debt Market Segment of BSE Limited.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty FMCGNIFTY FMCG | +2.65%+1279.85 | 49657.75 |
 Nifty EnergyNIFTY ENERGY | +1.83%+697.00 | 38881.75 |
 Nifty Oil & GasNIFTY OIL AND GAS | +1.38%+155.00 | 11409.95 |
Top Losers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty AutoNIFTY AUTO | +0.20%+52.25 | 26435.00 |
 Nifty PharmaNIFTY PHARMA | +0.14%+32.25 | 22497.25 |
 Nifty ITNIFTY IT | -0.02%-7.65 | 31809.85 |
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 16 Apr 2026 | 382.36 | -3,427.75 |
| 15 Apr 2026 | 666.15 | -568.98 |
| 13 Apr 2026 | -1,983.18 | 2,432.30 |
| 10 Apr 2026 | 672.09 | 410.05 |
| 09 Apr 2026 | -1,711.19 | 955.90 |
| Month-to-Date | -39,907.3 | 34,418.1 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- According to MoSPI, the government has launched a smart performance monitoring dashboard to track six key infrastructure sectors. This digital tool aims to strengthen data-driven governance and evidence-based policymaking by evaluating dimensions like quality, utilisation, and affordability.
- The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched the 49th round of its Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey for Q1 FY27. This initiative aims to assess current business conditions and gather insights on the broader economic landscape to guide future decisions.
- According to the Commerce Ministry, the government has officially notified India’s first chip fabrication plant by Tata Semiconductor at the Dholera Special Economic Zone in Gujarat. Spanning over 66 hectares, this landmark facility is expected to create nearly 21,000 jobs.
- The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has ordered strict vigilance across states against the use of illegal fruit ripening agents. This regulatory action aims to ensure strict compliance, maintain food safety, and protect public health.
- As per the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), 10 Indian AI startups have been selected to spearhead the second cohort of the IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme. This initiative highlights the government’s continued focus on supporting artificial intelligence innovation.
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is an Upstream?
In business, “upstream” refers to the very first stages of a supply chain or production process, usually involving the sourcing or extraction of raw materials. Think of it like making a pizza. The upstream process is the farmer growing the tomatoes and harvesting the wheat. The downstream process is the pizzeria actually baking the pie and delivering it to your door.
In the stock market, you’ll hear this most often in the energy sector. Upstream companies are the ones actively exploring, drilling, and pulling oil and gas from the ground. For everyday investors, knowing where a company sits in the stream helps gauge risk. Upstream stocks are heavily impacted by raw material prices, meaning they often offer higher potential rewards but come with bigger, more unpredictable price swings.
Before You Go…
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