Which is the most liveable city in the world? The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) conducted a survey to find the answer. The cities were judged on five parameters – stability, healthcare, culture & environment, education and infrastructure. The findings show that the cities with the best scores usually tend to be mid-sized, are in developed countries with a low population density, and...

Educomp surged 16% on the news of UK publishing group Pearson plc. NTPC fell by 12%

Gainers: Educomp Solutions surged 16% on the news that Pearson plc, the world-renowned publishing company (controlling the Financial Times group), will acquire a 50% stake in Educomp’s existing vocational training business for Rs85 crore. After completing their training, students will receive Pearson’s...

 Axis Bank leapt by 16% and LIC Housing Finance jumped by 12%. Idea Cellular declined by 5%

Gainers: LIC Housing Finance rallied 12%, continuing its most amazing run. It hit another all-time high last fortnight even as the market looked weak. We feel it has become overvalued and suggest exiting at handsome profits. Axis Bank was another stock to gain 16%. Infosys Technologies and Crisil rose...