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Gold prices are expected to remain volatile with a mild downside bias this week as traders monitor US inflation data, Donald Trump’s China visit and US-Iran talks. Technical indicators suggest cautious sentiment, while analysts recommend a sell-on-rise strategy amid resistance near higher levels.

John Neff’s timeless reminder urges investors to stay disciplined during market inflection points—those uneasy phases when trends shift, portfolios wobble, and emotions run high. While uncertainty can trigger panic, long-term wealth is built by holding conviction, avoiding impulsive decisions, and recognising that temporary pain often precedes lasting opportunity.
Separately, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged Indians to conserve fuel, resume work-from-home, limit non-essential overseas travel, cut cooking oil consumption and reduce fertiliser use as surging global energy prices pressure India's foreign exchange reserves.
NSE data showed the heaviest fresh call writing on SBI's 1,000 strike on Monday, signalling that investors expect any near-term rebound in the stock's price to likely be capped at that level.
Honasa Consumer’s board will consider a final dividend on May 21 alongside Q4 FY26 results, potentially making Mamaearth’s parent the first listed new-age company to reward shareholders with a dividend amid improving stock performance and steady business growth expectations.

The industrialist revealed that he sampled several home-cooked dishes, including Dahi Bara Aloo Dum, Drumstick-Brinjal Besara, Chhena Tarkari, Chakuli Pitha and Aloo Patra Besara — all considered comforting staples in many Odia households.

A US trade delegation is reportedly set to visit India for negotiations, with dates pending. Discussions will focus on the Section 301 investigations by the USTR as per the report, and a trade agreement is expected to be delayed until the probe is completed.

New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's brief meeting with MK Stalin and Udhayanidhi took place days ahead of the crucial floor test in the Tamil Nadu Assembly to demonstrate the TVK regime's majority strength in the House.

In the last three days, 1.26 crore LPG cylinders were delivered against 1.14 crore bookings, with commercial LPG sales exceeding 17,000 tonnes. The Ministry of Petroleum reassured adequate crude oil stocks and efficient refinery operations amid global energy supply disruptions.

The Centre has allowed government-approved private test centres to verify and certify petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG, LNG and hydrogen dispensers, easing delays caused by overburdened state inspectors and improving compliance, operational efficiency and consumer protection.

Prime Minister Modi emphasised India's resilience against global pressure during a speech at the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav, recalling the 1998 nuclear tests and criticising appeasement politics.

Seventeen US citizens were repatriated from a cruise ship after one tested positive for the Andes strain of Hantavirus. Two were transported in biocontainment units, and upon arrival in Omaha, they will receive medical evaluation and monitoring.
Muthukrishnan Dhandapani, a Chennai-based mutual fund distributor and ex-BJP supporter, went viral on X after revealing that he has been advising Rahul Gandhi on his mutual fund investments since 2013. Despite his political leanings, Dhandapani says Gandhi has always separated politics from professionalism and remained a respectful, long-term client.

JSW Energy announced a significant 38% year-on-year increase in its consolidated net profit for the March-ended quarter, reaching Rs 574 crore. This strong performance was driven by a substantial 41% jump in revenue, which climbed to Rs 4,499 crore in Q4FY26 compared to the previous year's corresponding period.

The Indian rupee experienced its sharpest fall in over a month, reaching a record low against the dollar. Rising crude oil prices, driven by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacted the currency. India's equity markets and government bonds also saw declines.