Sensex, Nifty continue to climb new highs; consumer durables, FMCG stocks rise
Mumbai, July 27: The bull run in the domestic equity indices continued on Friday, with both the S&P BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty50 climbing to fresh record levels.
The barometer Sensex set a new benchmark of 37,327 points, and the Nifty50 touched an all-time high of 11,253.90 points.
Healthy buying activity was witnessed in the consumer durables, banking and FMCG stocks, analysts said.
Index-wise, the wider Nifty50 traded at 11,249.10 points (12.26 p.m.), higher by 81.80 points or 0.73 per cent from the previous close.
The 30-scrip Sensex, which had opened at 37,253.86 points, traded at 37,290.16 points (12.26 p.m.), against the previous close of 36,984.64 points. So far, it has touched an intra-day low of 37,134.88 points.
The major gainers of the Sensex were Tata Motors (DVR), ITC, Tata Motors, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto while Adani Ports, Power Grid, Hindustan Unilever, Tata Consultancy Services and Mahindra and Mahindra lost the most.
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Inappropriate for MLAs seeking free IPL tickets, says D.K. Suresh
Bengaluru: Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd President D.K. Suresh on Monday said it is inappropriate for MLAs to seek free IPL tickets, adding that those interested in watching matches should pay for them personally.
Speaking to reporters near his residence in Sadashivanagar, he said, “IPL is a commercial tournament and does not represent the country. It is not right for public representatives to focus too much on such matters.”
Referring to the recent controversy during the RCB celebrations, he said, “let us find out who benefited the most from the statements made during the incident.” He also pointed out that BJP MLAs had received IPL tickets as well.
Responding to discussions about relocating the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Suresh said the government has already approved the construction of a new stadium at a location he had proposed.
“I had suggested building a stadium in Surya City and submitted a proposal for it. Bengaluru needs four stadiums in four directions to cater to its growing population and encourage youth participation in sports,” he said.
He noted that apart from Kanteerava Stadium, KSCA, and the Football Stadium, there are limited facilities in the city.
“When I was a Lok Sabha member, I had proposed allocating 100 acres in my constituency at Surya City. The land was later earmarked and the plan approved,” he added.
Suresh said he has discussed the project with Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, Rajiv Gandhi Housing Corporation Chairman Shivalingegowda, and Anekal MLA Shivanna.
“The Cabinet has now approved the project, and a stadium will be developed on around 50–60 acres,” he said.
He further added that he has requested the Deputy Chief Minister to build another stadium at Shivarama Karanth Layout through the BDA, where 40 acres have been allocated. Plans are also being discussed to develop a well-equipped stadium in Bidadi.
Commending state government's recent bilingual policy move, Suresh said forcing children to learn three languages could affect their comprehension.
“It is a good decision to make two languages compulsory. Learning a third language should be left to the choice of students and parents,” he said.
Responding to criticism from BJP leaders, he said their tendency is to oppose every decision of the government.
“To please their central leadership, they take a pro-Hindi stance. Instead, they should advocate for the adoption of Kannada in all states,” he said.
When asked about the earlier three-language policy under Congress, he said, “the situation is different now. Today, the focus should be on quality learning. Kannada should remain the primary language, while students and parents can choose an additional language.”
