Nifty 50, Sensex Closed In The Red; Retail Inflation Rose To 1.33% In December & More
- Share.Market
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- 13 Jan 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 closed in the red on Tuesday, January 13, with continued foreign fund outflows weighing on the overall market sentiment. Nifty Infra emerged as the biggest sectoral loser, followed by Nifty Consumer Durables, Nifty Realty, and Nifty Pharma.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
TVSSCSTVS Supply Chain Solutions has secured a three-year contract from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles to manage in-plant warehouse operations in Chennai. Deploying 700 employees and advanced tech like IoT, the deal reinforces TVS SCS’s role in driving logistics efficiency for global automotive leaders.
MAHABANKBank of Maharashtra reported a strong Q3FY26, with net profit surging 26.51% YoY to ₹1,779 crore. Net Interest Income (NII) grew 16.27% to ₹3,422 crore, while improved revenues highlighted the bank’s consistent financial growth and operational efficiency.
ICICIBANKICICI Bank completed the acquisition of a 100% stake in ICICI Prudential Pension Funds Management (ICICI PFM) from its life insurance arm. Following the execution of the share purchase agreement today, ICICI PFM is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of the bank.
METROPOLISMetropolis Healthcare has launched “Centre of Genomics” to scale precision diagnostics. Integrating Illumina’s advanced NovaSeq™ X Series and CAP-accredited labs, the initiative aims to expand its genomic portfolio to 500+ tests, significantly boosting capabilities in oncology and rare diseases.
TCSTCS posted Q3FY26 results with revenue rising 4.58% to ₹68,205 crore, while net profit dipped 13.85% to ₹10,720 crore. The IT giant declared a total dividend of ₹57 per share, including a special dividend of ₹46.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
Top Gainers
| Company | Today’s Chg | LTP |
|---|---|---|
 Nifty PSU BankNIFTY PSU BANK | +0.78%+67.80 | 8725.00 |
 Nifty MediaNIFTY MEDIA | +0.76%+10.70 | 1413.85 |
 Nifty ITNIFTY IT | +0.65%+248.35 | 38236.60 |
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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) |
| 12 Jan 2026 | -3,638.40 | 5,839.32 |
| 09 Jan 2026 | -3,769.31 | 5,595.84 |
| 08 Jan 2026 | -3,367.12 | 3,701.17 |
| 07 Jan 2026 | -1,527.71 | 2,889.32 |
| 06 Jan 2026 | -107.63 | 1,749.35 |
| Month-to-Date | -15,425.22 | 23,742.34 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- Retail inflation rose to 1.33% in December but remained well within the Reserve Bank of India’s comfort zone. Official data from the Ministry of Statistics shows inflation has stayed below the RBI’s 4% medium-term target for the 11th consecutive month, offering room for continued policy support.
- India’s net direct tax collections have grown 8.82% to reach ₹18.38 lakh crore so far in FY26, as per official data from the Income Tax Department. This rise is partly driven by a sharp 16.92% decline in tax refunds, signaling improved revenue retention for the government.
- According to Sonal Badhan, Economist at Bank of Baroda, the Union Budget 2026 is likely to set a robust 9% growth target for the coming year. The government is also expected to increase capital expenditure to ₹12-12.2 lakh crore, maintaining its focus on infrastructure-led economic momentum.
- The Centre has earmarked ₹5,925 crore for a new scheme to boost coal and lignite exploration starting FY27. According to the Ministry of Coal, this five-year investment aims to expand India’s resource base and enhance energy security through systematic exploration of additional mineral-rich areas.
Result Update
Track who beat or missed street estimates from the Nifty50
| Stocks | Revenue Q2FY26 (Estimated) | Revenue Q2 FY26 (Actual) | Change (%) |
| HCL Technologies Ltd. | ₹33,257.24 crore | ₹34,257 crore | 🔼 3.01% |
| Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. | ₹66,871.20 crore | ₹68,205 crore | 🔼 1.99% |
Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What is the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)?
The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) is the percentage of total deposits that banks are required to maintain in liquid assets, such as cash, gold, or government securities, before they can lend to customers. Unlike the CRR, which is parked with the RBI, banks keep these SLR funds with themselves. This ensures they always have a financial “cushion” to meet unexpected withdrawal demands from depositors.
A high SLR reduces the funds available for lending, which can drive up interest rates and slow business expansion. Conversely, a lower SLR frees up capital for loans, often fueling corporate growth and boosting market sentiment. You should watch SLR trends to better gauge the outlook for banking and interest-rate-sensitive stocks.
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