Nifty 50, Sensex Snapped Winning Streak; India’s Net Direct Tax Collections Grew 14.6% YoY
- Share.Market
- 11 min read
- 19 Jun 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.
Snapping a winning streak, Nifty 50 and Sensex ended nearly 1% lower on Friday, June 19. The downturn was fueled by geopolitical tensions as Brent crude rose to around $80 per barrel following the cancellation of planned US-Iran talks and by ongoing Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Furthermore, sectoral performance was largely mixed, with most indices closing in the red, where Nifty IT took the hardest hit as the top loser, and Nifty Healthcare index emerged as the top leader.
Key Indices – Share Market
Today’s Top News from the Indian Share Market
WABAGVA TECH WABAG secured a mega Design, Build, and Operate contract for the 60 MIGD Doha Desalination Plant in Kuwait, marking its maiden entry into the country. Executed in a joint venture with HEISCO, the project includes a state-of-the-art recarbonation system, solar power integration, and a five-year operation and maintenance period to bolster Kuwait’s water security.
AUROPHARMAAurobindo Pharma announced that its wholly-owned US subsidiary has received necessary approval from the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to acquire a 100% membership interest in Lannett Company LLC from Lannett Seller Holdco, Inc. The company anticipates officially closing the transaction before the end of this month.
WAAREERTLWaaree Renewable Technologies has successfully acquired a 55% equity stake in Associated Power Structures Private Limited (APSPL) through a combination of primary share allotment and secondary share transfers. With the completion of this strategic acquisition, APSPL has officially become a subsidiary of the company.
BHARATFORGBharat Forge’s defence subsidiary, Kalyani Strategic Systems, partnered with AM General to offer next-generation 155mm Mounted Artillery Gun platforms globally. Leveraging KSSL’s mature architecture and patented Soft Recoil Technology, the partners have also submitted a proposal for the U.S. Army’s Mobile Tactical Cannon program, targeting deliveries in 2027.
DOMSItalian promoter F.I.L.A. has successfully completed the sale of 42.48 lakh equity shares, representing a 7% stake, in DOMS Industries through an accelerated bookbuilding process. Sold at ₹2,200.34 per share, the placement generated gross proceeds of ₹934.74 crore. F.I.L.A. reduces its holding to approximately 19% while maintaining its promoter status and agreeing to a 90-day lock-up period.
Broader Market Performance Today
INDIA VIXTop Performing Sectors Today
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Today’s Top Gainers and Losers
Top Gainers
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FII DII Activity (₹ Cr)
| Date | FII (Net Value) | DII (Net Value) |
| 18 June 2026 | -1,025.20 | 3,516.81 |
| 17 June 2026 | 101.59 | 1,561.40 |
| 16 June 2026 | -749.18 | 0.06 |
| 15 June 2026 | 200.05 | 3,189.26 |
| 12 June 2026 | -1,082.18 | 5,341.29 |
| Month-to-Date | -47,903.16 | 66,215.05 |
What’s Happening Beyond Markets?
- India’s net direct tax collections grew 14.6% year-on-year to ₹5.21 lakh crore in FY27 as of June 17. Advance tax collections rose 15.3%, signalling strong corporate profitability and steady individual income growth across the economy.
- The government has revived the historic Qadian-Beas broad-gauge railway project in Punjab after nearly 100 years. The 39.68-km corridor, costing ₹1,400 crore, aims to significantly boost regional connectivity, agricultural transport, and religious tourism across the Majha belt.
- The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has partnered with Common Service Centres to launch 50 GeM Suvidha Kendras. This collaboration will help rural businesses, artisans, and women entrepreneurs navigate government procurement processes, from basic registration to catalogue listing.
- According to the Union Agriculture Ministry, the Centre has approved large-scale MSP procurement of pulses and oilseeds across Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Haryana. This major initiative under the Price Support Scheme will protect farmers from distress sales and ensure remunerative prices.
- As per a World Economic Forum report, only 24% of nations progressed across all energy transition metrics in 2026. However, India stood out as a key player, advancing two spots globally due to significant improvements in energy infrastructure, affordability, and equity.
- According to a World Gold Council report, India’s gold imports tumbled 39% month-on-month to $3.4 billion in May after the government hiked import duties to 15%. Consequently, domestic gold ETFs recorded their first monthly net outflows in over a year.
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Back to Basics
Terms that put you one step ahead – every day
What are Liquid Assets?
In finance, liquid assets are cash or other assets a company can quickly and easily convert to cash without losing value. Think of it like your personal wealth. The money in your savings account is highly liquid because you can access it instantly. Your house, which takes months to sell and involves hefty fees, is not.
In the stock market, you’ll see these listed on a company’s balance sheet under “current assets.” Common examples include cash, short-term government bonds, and highly traded stocks. For everyday investors, tracking liquidity is crucial. A business with plenty of liquid assets can easily pay off short-term debts, fund new projects, and weather sudden financial storms. Conversely, a company tied up in illiquid assets might struggle to survive a sudden cash crunch, even if it is technically profitable.
Learn more: https://www.share.market/buzz/learn/liquid-assets/
Corporate Actions
Companies with the ex-date and record date on 23 June 2026
| Company | Corporate Action |
| Asian Paints Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹23.00 |
| Dalmia Bharat Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹5.00 |
| Hindustan Unilever Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹22.00 |
| Indian Hotels Company Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹3.25 |
| Tata Power Company Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹2.50 |
| Thyrocare Technologies Ltd. | Final Dividend, ₹7.00 |
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