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The Indian stock market opened higher on February 19th amid positive global cues. The Sensex rose 52.43 points, or 0.06%, to 83,786.68, while the Nifty rose 26.35 points, or 0.10%, to trade at 25,845.70. Around 1,398 stocks advanced, 839 declined, and 144 remained unchanged.
HCL Technologies, ONGC, Infosys, TCS, and Tech Mahindra were among the major gainers on the Nifty. InterGlobe Aviation, HDFC Life, Apollo Hospitals, Bajaj Finance, and Kotak Mahindra Bank were among the losers.
Gold prices rose slightly on February 19th. 24-carat gold on the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) was trading at ₹1,56,019 per 10 grams, up 0.17% by 9:29 am. Meanwhile, gold on Comex in the international market recovered after an initial decline and reached around $5,000 per ounce, although it remained slightly weak in the last 24 hours.
The Indian Bullion Jewellers Association set the benchmark price of gold at ₹1,51,963 per 10 grams on the evening of February 18th, a 0.51% increase from the previous close. These rates form the basis for the Reserve Bank of India's Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) valuations.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has now entered its most exciting phase. With the group stage matches completed, all teams are focused on the Super 8 round, where every match will determine their semi-final spot. Team India performed brilliantly in the league stage, registering consistent victories, and confidently qualified for the next stage. Now the real test is about to begin, featuring a tough competition from strong teams.
India will play its first Super 8 match against South Africa on February 22nd. This high-voltage match will be held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This ground has proven lucky for the Indian team in recent matches, and the home conditions are expected to be beneficial. The overwhelming support from the spectators can also boost the team's morale.
The world's largest global brainstorming session on the future of artificial intelligence is underway today in the national capital, Delhi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the five-day India AI Impact Summit 2026. The event is being attended by heads of state from 20 countries, ministers and representatives from over 60 countries, heads of over 100 global tech companies, and over 600 startups. The summit, hosted at Bharat Mandapam, will discuss the direction of the digital future.
A western disturbance has brought a sudden change in the weather in northwest India and the surrounding plains. Light rain, strong winds, and snowfall were recorded in many places, and hilly areas experienced snowfall. Many cities, including the capital region, remained overcast since morning, with intermittent showers. This drop in weather also led to slight fluctuations in temperatures, making people feel the cold again.
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