US Raids Venezuela, Captures Maduro; Defence Stocks Soar Up To 5%

• US military launched "Operation Absolute Resolve" in Venezuela, reportedly capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife.
• The operation followed months of escalating military and economic pressure on Venezuela.
• US President Donald Trump stated the US would "run the country" until a "safe, proper and judicious transition" of power.
• Defence stocks like BEL, Paras Defence, HAL, Mtar Technologies, and others rallied up to 5% on January 5.
• The Nifty India Defence index surged nearly 2%, reaching its highest level in over a month, driven by heightened geopolitical tensions.

Why It Matters: Geopolitical tensions from US action in Venezuela sparked a significant rally in Indian defence stocks.