Bharat Bandh tomorrow: Are banks open or closed on February 12? Check full details here

Several trade unions have called for a ‘Bharat-Bandh’ on February 12. The bandh has been organised in response to the Centre’s labour reforms and broader economic policies. They argue that the recently introduced four labour codes weaken worker protections and reduce job security. Union representatives claim the changes give employers greater flexibility in hiring and dismissing employees, while diluting safeguards that previously protected workers’ rights. Several bank unions have also extended their support for the call. Banking unions like AIBEA, AIBOA and BEFI have announced their participation. This has raised concerns about whether banks will remain closed or open. 

Another top exit in 6 months at Akasa Air as co-founder Praveen Iyer resigns

Akasa Air’s co-founder and chief commercial officer (CCO) Praveen Iyer has resigned, marking the second high-level exit at the over three-year-old airline in four months. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the airline said that after a remarkable five-year journey, Iyer has decided to move on to begin the next chapter of his life. He will partner closely with the leadership team to ensure a smooth and structured transition through April 30, 2026, the statement added.

UP Budget 2026-27: Fiscal deficit capped at 3%, check 10 key highlights

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna on Wednesday presented the Budget 2026-27 in the Legislative Assembly, highlighting what he described as “all-round development” achieved during the previous and current tenures of the Yogi Adityanath government. Stressing that the state government is always fully committed to fiscal management and debt control, Khanna said the capital expenditure in this Budget is 19.5 per cent.

FMCG stock surges 8% in volatile market ahead of quarterly results, check details

Shares of frozen meat exporter HMA Agro Industries gained nearly 8 per cent even as markets remained volatile. The action in the stock comes ahead of the scheduled meeting of the board of directors of the company on February 12, 2026, to consider and approve the financial results of the company for the quarter and nine months ended on December 2025. The stock started the trading session in green at Rs 27.83 against the previous close of Rs 27.70 on the BSE. It gained further to touch the high of Rs 29.84, representing a gain of 7.72 per cent from the last closing price. On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the counter started the trading session at Rs 27.68 and later touched the intraday high of Rs 29.87 and intraday low of Rs 27.60. 

Jewellery stock in focus as company’s net profit jumps 70%, check share price and other details

Shares of Motisons Jewellers Ltd are in focus on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, as the company has announced its quarterly results for the October-December quarter of the FY26. According to the information shared, the company’s net profit in the quarter under consideration jumped by 69.5 per cent to Rs 25.94 crore. This was Rs 15.30 crore in the same quarter a year ago. Following this, the stock opened in green at Rs 16.51 against the previous close of Rs 16.10 on the BSE. Amid a spurt in trading volume by over 1.15 times, the stock gained further to hit the high of Rs 16.90, representing a gain of 4.96 per cent. Last seen, the stock traded in green at Rs 16.39 with a gain of 1.80 per cent and the market cap of the company stood at Rs 1,615.50 crore. On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), the stock began the session at Rs 16.75 against the previous close of Rs 16.09 and later touched the intraday high and low of Rs 16.89 and Rs 16.35. 

Market Opening Bell: Sensex gains 65 points, Nifty near 26,000, Titan among top gainers

Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, opened in the green on Wednesday, February 10, 2026, amid strong global cues. While the 30-share BSE Sensex gained 65.23  points to start the session at 84,339.15 the Nifty added 62.3 points to open at 25,997.45. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed at 84,273.92 and the Nifty 50 at 25,935.15. However, the broader indices traded in the green in the opening session. While the BSE Midcap Select Index gained by 8.38 points, or 0.05 per cent, in the early trading session, the BSE Smallcap Select Index was down by 10.79 points or 0.14 per cent, to trade at 7,908.71. 

UP Budget 2026 Highlights: Finance Minister presents budget with total outlay of Rs 9.12 lakh crore

Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna on Wednesday presented a Rs 9.12 lakh crore Budget for the financial year 2026-27 in the state Assembly, marking an increase of about 12.2 per cent over the previous year’s outlay. While presenting the Budget, Khanna said that the per capita income is projected to reach Rs 1,20,000 in 2025-2026. He said that the government has succeeded in lifting approximately 60 million people out of multidimensional poverty in the state, and the unemployment rate has fallen to 2.24 per cent. “During the previous and present tenure of our government, the state has witnessed all-round development, be it strengthening of law and order, expansion of infrastructure facilities, industrial investment, employment generation, women empowerment, skill development of youth, prosperity of farmers and poverty alleviation. The GSDP of the state for the year 2024-2025 has been estimated at Rs 30.25 lakh crore, which reflects an increase of 13.4 per cent compared to the previous year,” Khanna said. 

Rs 110 dividend: From Procter & Gamble Health to Gateway Distriparks, these stocks to trade ex-date soon

Indian equity benchmark indices ended the last trading session with modest gains amid a lack of strong directional momentum. The Sensex closed higher by 208.17 points at 84,273.92, while the Nifty 50 added 67.85 points to settle at 25,935.15. Amid this, investors are always on the lookout for stocks that can help them earn some additional profit from their investment. There are several companies that announce dividend payout for their shareholders on a regular basis. However, investors must note that in order to be eligible for the corporate actions, they must hold these shares on or before the ex-date. Here we are going to tell you about shares that are set to trade ex-date soon. 

EPFO update: New app to allow withdrawal through UPI – All you need to know

In a development that will impact lakhs of subscribers of the retirement fund body EPFO, the Ministry of Labour is reportedly planning a new dedicated mobile application from April 2026. The new app will allow EPFO subscribers to withdraw their employees’ provident fund (EPF) directly into their bank accounts through the UPI payment gateway. According to sources, the ministry is also working on a project where a certain proportion of the EPF will be frozen, and a large chunk will be available for withdrawal through their bank account using Unified Payment Interface (UPI).

Indian Railways approves several infra projects to enhance capacity, safety, operational efficiency: Details

India Railways has approved several rail infrastructure projects to ease congestion, increase line capacity, improve safety, and enable faster, more reliable passenger and freight traffic across the country. These approvals are for the Southern, Northern, and Southeastern Railways, covering line doubling, third and fourth lines, bypass corridors, and advanced electronic interlocking systems.