While the global COVID-19 experience shows that second wave is much higher in intensity than the first, presence of vaccine will make a difference
On the BSE, 538 shares rose and 2087 shares fell. A total of 148 shares were unchanged.
On the BSE, Craftsman Automation opened at Rs 1,350, at a discount of 9.40%.
On the BSE, Laxmi Organics Industries opened at Rs 156.20, at a premium of 20.15%.
In opening trades, Sensex was trading at 48,862 down 318 points or -0.65%; while the broader market index Nifty lost 82 points or -0.56% at 14,467.
Of the total refunds, income tax refunds of Rs 79,483 crore have been issued in 2,21,92,812 cases
Last year, as of March 31, 2020, LIC's claim settlement ratio was at 96.69% compared to 97.79% as of March 31, 2019
The GST Council will have to walk the tight rope of finding balance between states’ finances and those of citizens
The steep incline in Covid-19 cases must be arrested before the situation gets out of control
The steps announced by the national transporter include the use of CCTV cameras in kitchens, QR codes on food packets, including the date and time of packaging