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Iran War Escalates: Strait of Hormuz Crisis, Oil Shock & Global Talks Signal Major Turning Point
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict is showing signs of a major turning point as tensions escalate across the Middle East, with serious implications for global markets and energy supply. One of the biggest concerns is the Strait of Hormuz crisis, where Iran has disrupted or restricted shipping routes,...
Sensex 500+ Points Upar, Nifty 23,600 Ke Paas — Oil Tension Ke Beech Market Strong
Indian stock markets showed strong resilience on March 17, 2026, with the Sensex rising over 500 points and the Nifty closing near the 23,600 mark, marking a second consecutive day of gains. The rally was driven by value buying after recent market corrections, stable global cues, and improving inves...
SEBI Clears IPOs of Travelstack, Learnfluence & Tea Post; 3 Companies Withdraw Plans
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved IPO proposals of three companies—Travelstack Tech, Learnfluence Education, and Tea Post—allowing them to proceed with their public issues.
Rupee Falls 14 Paise to 92.42 Against US Dollar Amid Weak Market Sentiment
The Indian rupee weakened by 14 paise to 92.42 against the US dollar in early trade, reflecting continued pressure from global uncertainties and weak domestic market cues.
Taliban Vows Revenge After Pakistan Airstrike Kills 400 Civilians in Kabul
Tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan have escalated sharply after the Taliban accused Pakistan of carrying out deadly airstrikes on a hospital in Kabul, killing around 400 civilians and injuring over 250. The Taliban has strongly condemned the attack, calling it a “crime against humanity” and h...
₹70,000 Crore IPO Pipeline at Risk as Iran War Shakes Market Sentiment
India’s IPO market is facing fresh uncertainty as rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia, particularly the Iran conflict, begin to impact investor sentiment. Nearly ₹70,000 crore worth of mega IPOs—including Jio Platforms, Flipkart, Zepto, and others—are now at risk of delays or valuation pressur...
Sensex Rises 350 Points, Nifty Crosses 23,500 on Strong Global Cues
Indian stock markets witnessed a positive trading session as the Sensex gained around 350 points while the Nifty reclaimed the crucial 23,500 level. The rally was largely driven by strong global cues and improved investor sentiment. Buying interest was seen across key sectors, supported by easing gl...
Sensex Surges Nearly 940 Points, Nifty Climbs Above 23,400 as Markets Snap 3-Day Losing Streak
Indian stock markets rebounded strongly on March 16, with benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ending a three-day losing streak. The Sensex jumped about 939 points to close near 75,500, while the Nifty rose around 257 points to settle above 23,400. The rebound was largely driven by value buying...
India to Seek Vessel-by-Vessel Clearance from Iran for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz
India is planning to seek vessel-by-vessel clearance from Iran for its ships passing through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, according to government sources. The move comes amid rising tensions in West Asia due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Inste...
Iran War Threatens India’s GST Gains as Rising Oil Prices May Trigger Inflation
The ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel is beginning to impact India’s economy, raising concerns about inflation and energy costs. Economists warn that the surge in crude oil prices due to the war could offset many of the benefits India recently gained from GST reforms and...
Trump Defends New Tariffs, Says He Has “Absolute Right” and Slams US Supreme Court
Donald Trump has strongly defended his decision to impose new tariffs on imports, claiming he has the “absolute right” to do so despite a recent legal setback. In a series of posts on his social media platform Truth Social, the U.S. President criticized the Supreme Court of the United States and a f...
Startup IPO Reality Check: 8 of 15 Tech Listings from 2025 Now Trade Below Issue Price
India’s startup IPO boom is facing a reality check as several newly listed tech companies struggle to maintain their market value. According to a recent analysis, 8 out of 15 new-age technology companies that went public in 2025 are now trading below their issue price, reflecting weak post-listing p...
Sensex Recovers 650 Points From Day’s Low, Nifty Climbs Above 23,150 as Markets Turn Green
Indian stock markets staged a strong recovery during intraday trading, with benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 moving into positive territory after early losses. The Sensex rebounded around 650–700 points from the day’s low, while the Nifty climbed above the 23,150 mark. The rebound was mainl...
Indian Stock Markets Rebound in Early Trade After Three-Day Slump
Indian stock markets showed signs of recovery in early trading after suffering losses for three consecutive sessions. Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 moved higher as investors returned to buying after the recent sell-off. The earlier decline in the markets was largely driven by global unce...
GSP Crop Science Raises ₹120 Crore from Anchor Investors; IPO to Open on March 16
Agrochemical company GSP Crop Science has successfully raised ₹120 crore from anchor investors ahead of its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The company allocated around 37.5 lakh shares to anchor investors at ₹320 per share, the upper end of the IPO price band. The ₹400-crore IPO will open f...
Geopolitical Tensions Rise, But Gold Prices Stay Muted as Strong Dollar and High Interest Rates Weigh on Bullion
Despite rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East due to the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, gold prices have not surged as expected. Traditionally, gold is considered a safe-haven asset during times of global uncertainty, but this time the price movement has be...
Partial Flight Resumptions from Dubai Restore Some Global Gold Flows After War Disruptions
The partial resumption of flights from Dubai has allowed some gold shipments to restart from one of the world’s most important bullion trading hubs. Gold deliveries had been severely disrupted after the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran triggered widespread flight cancellations...
Crude Oil Prices Surge Over 40% in Just 15 Days as US-Israel-Iran Conflict Disrupts Global Supply
Global crude oil prices have surged by more than 40% in just 15 days following the escalation of the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The sharp rally in oil prices has been driven by fears of severe supply disruptions across the Middle East, particularly around the strategical...