Based on the current market data from February 18, 2026, here is a news report covering the latest trends in the Indian stock market.
Market Roundup: HDFC Life and Tata Steel Lead Gains; Zomato Transitions to ‘Eternal’
MUMBAI – The Indian equity markets showed mixed performance today as metal and insurance stocks surged, while the tech sector faced continued volatility amid global AI-driven shifts.
The Top Gainers: Financials and Metals Shine
Leading the pack today was HDFC Life Insurance, which saw its share price jump to ₹729.60, a solid gain of 3.37%. Investors appear to be regaining confidence in the insurance sector following a period of consolidation.
Close behind was Tata Steel, which rose by 2.93% to settle at ₹209.03. The uptick is largely attributed to strengthening global demand for steel and favorable domestic policy outlooks. Other notable gainers included:
CG Power: Up 2.90% to ₹710.55
Punjab National Bank (PNB): Up 2.68% to ₹128.17
ITC: Up 2.15% to ₹332.45
The Tech Rebrand: Zomato Becomes ‘Eternal’
In a move that has captured the attention of Dalal Street, the food-tech giant formerly known as Zomato is officially trading under its new corporate identity: Eternal Ltd.
CEO Deepinder Goyal announced that the rebranding reflects the company's evolution into a diversified conglomerate housing four major pillars: Zomato (food delivery), Blinkit (quick commerce), Hyperpure (B2B supplies), and District (going-out business). While the consumer apps will retain their original names, the stock ticker has transitioned to ETERNAL. The stock closed today at ₹276.95.
Tech Sector Struggles: AI Concerns Weigh on IT
It was a tougher day for the broader IT sector. LTIMindtree led the laggards, trading at ₹5,055.00 as the sector continues to grapple with the "Anthropic shock"—investor anxiety over how new AI models might automate traditional legal and coding tasks, potentially squeezing margins.
Other IT bellwethers also saw pressure:
Wipro: Closed at ₹212.10
Tech Mahindra: Closed at ₹1,500.70
Adani Green Holds Steady
Amidst the fluctuations, Adani Green Energy remained a point of stability for many portfolios, opening at ₹1,019.00 and maintaining a resilient position throughout the session, despite the broader volatility in energy stocks.
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