Stocks in news: Tata Consumer, Varun Beverages, IOC, ACC, PNB Housing

Domestic markets saw a slow start after an initially strong session. Tata Consumer, Varun Beverages were in focus due to results announcements. ACC and HPCL reported substantial profit declines. Quess Corp and India Cements had notable financial transactions. ITD Cementation won a significant order, and Tata Steel acquired equity shares in T Steel Holdings.