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Bitcoin jumps above $68,000 after five straight monthly losses; $1 billion inflows reflect strong investor faith

Bitcoin trades near $68,000 after its fifth consecutive red monthly close, with a 3% gain in the past 24 hours. Despite geopolitical tensions, th

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:31 pm

ICICI Bank, Vedanta among 10 stocks to bet on amid US-Iran conflict

Rising US-Iran tensions and higher crude oil prices have increased market volatility, prompting brokerages to highlight select Indian stocks as p

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:23 pm

US-Israel-Iran war hits oil supplies: How India is preparing for the economic fallout

The geopolitical strain has pushed up global oil and gas prices. For India, which relies heavily on imports, this surge translates into a higher

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 12:15 pm

Stock market holiday: Are BSE, NSE open or closed on Wednesday for Holi?

Indian stock exchanges will remain open on Wednesday, March 4, despite Holi celebrations in several states, as the official holiday was observed

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:14 pm

Natco Pharma launches Pomalidomide capsules in the US

The estimated sales for Pomalidomide in the US for the year ending September 2025 was approximately $3.2 billion

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 12:09 pm

Elon Musk's X, xAI plan to repay $17.5 billion in debt in full: Report

X and artificial intelligence startup xAI plan to repay in full about $17.5 billion in debt tied to the companies, Bloomberg News reported

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 11:57 am

Airline ticket prices soar on Asia-Europe routes after Gulf airport closures

As Gulf airports remain shut due to escalating geopolitical tensions, airlines face soaring demand and ticket prices, with travellers pivoting to

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:53 am

Israel-Iran war to discourage investment into India, offset trade deal positives: BMI

BMI warns that the Iran-Israel conflict could dent Indias growth outlook by discouraging investment and raising energy costs, potentially offsett

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:52 am

DG Shipping sets up Quick Response Team for emergency responseand evacuation of Indian seafarers in the Persian Gulf

Move comes as vessels come under attack in the region

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:41 am

Ongoing Middle East conflict to discourage investment into India, offset trade deal positives: BMI

As geopolitical tensions escalate, Fitch Group firm BMI warns that the ripple effects from the Middle East conflict could undermine Indias econom

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:36 am

42 flights cancelled at Bengaluru Airport due to airspace restrictions

The affected sectors include Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai and Doha; these routes account for a significant share of international tra

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:35 am

Integrating GIFT City & Mumbai could position India as a regional finance powerhouse: Singapore Exchange President

GIFTs design is deliberately open no fortress, no veil providing a controlled interface between domestic and international markets

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:21 am

US Embassy in Saudi Arabia hit with Iranian drones as American and Israeli attacks on Iran escalate

The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia faced an attack from Iranian drones. Americans are advised to stay away from the diplomatic mission. The Saudi Def

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:17 am

LNG tanker rates triple to $200,000 daily amid US-Iran war

The cost of leasing liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers in the Atlantic Basin has more than tripled to over $200,000 per day.

NewsBytes 3 Mar 2026 11:15 am

Indian Navy warships continue operations in Middle East region

Indian Navy warships are in the Gulf of Oman for Operation Sankalp and carrying out anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:13 am

Despite downward revision in nominal GDP, India's fiscal dynamics remain comfortable: UBI Report

India GDP revision: In absolute terms, India's fiscal deficit for April-January FY26 stood at Rs 9.81 lakh crore, or 63 per cent of the revised e

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 11:08 am

Mint Explainer | India to go barrier-free on highways. Inside the MLFF tolling plan

While MLFF promises efficiency, officials worry about sensitive data from high-speed ANPR cameras, especially those with foreign components. The

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 11:05 am

AAI directs all airports to submit aviation fuel status reports: Source

The directive comes at a time when global oil markets are witnessing volatility after the United States carried out military strikes on major pro

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:05 am

SpiceJet cancels 87 flights amid West Asia tensions: Source

Meanwhile, Dubai Airports on Sunday confirmed a limited resumption of operations beginning the evening of March 2, with a small number of flights

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 11:02 am

Ongoing West Asia conflict to discourage investment into India, offset trade deal positives: BMI

Despite the favourable readings of policy uncertainty so far in 2026, BMI kept the FY2026/27 growth outlook unchanged, projecting a 7% GDP expans

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 10:57 am

M&M refutes rumours of Indonesia export halt

This pertains to the export order received earlier for 35,000 units of LCVs from Agrinas Pangan Nusantara, Indonesia

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:50 am

Greenply Industries says I-T dept concludes search at units and promoters residence

The financial impact of the action is not quantifiable at this point of time, the company said

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:49 am

US Stock Market | Betting Beyond Boundaries: The growing heat on geopolitical prediction markets

Prediction markets are under renewed scrutiny in Washington after large wagers on geopolitical and military outcomes raised ethical and legal con

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 10:45 am

As Iran crisis upends oil and gas, clean energy gets complicated

Qatar shut down the worlds largest LNG export facility, Saudi Arabia suspended operations at its biggest oil refinery and tanker traffic through

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:40 am

Oil rises as expanding U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran elevates supply risks

Concerns about transiting the waterway increased after Iranian media reported on Monday (March 2, 2026) that a senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 10:39 am

India most vulnerable to prolonged disruptions to Mideast oil, analysts say

As of January, the Middle East accounted for about 55% of India's crude imports, at about 2.74 million barrels per day

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:33 am

USTR to seek more foreign tariff cuts, USMCA improvements, China balance in 2026

Trump administration eyes new pacts with India, EU and others amid supply chain focus

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:26 am

Holi to Holi: 15 smallcap multibaggers that soared up to 500% in a year

Between last Holi and this years festival, 15 smallcap stocks delivered multibagger returns ranging from 150% to 500%. Backed by sectoral momentu

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 10:25 am

Facebook owner Meta to buy AI chips from AMD in deal worth up to $100 billion

Facebook owner Meta Platforms will buy artificial intelligence chips from Advanced Micro Devices in a deal that will also give it the opportunity

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 10:24 am

After a brutal Monday crash, Trump says Iran war may last four weeks. How will the stock market react on Wednesday?

Indian markets brace for fresh volatility after Donald Trump indicated the Iran war could last up to five weeks. Following a Rs 6.59 lakh crore w

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 10:23 am

Asian stocks today: Nikkei falls over 1,400 points, Kospi plunges 4%; markets continue to fall amid Middle East tensions

Asian stocks tumbled Tuesday amid escalating Iran tensions, impacting regional energy supplies. Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's Kospi saw signif

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 10:22 am

India achieves 10-year semiconductor training target in just 4 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Programme to expand to 500 universities under Semicon 2.0 for building skilled talent pool

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:21 am

CapitaLand said to be in talks with Mindspace REIT on sale of Chennai Tech Park

The two firms are in discussions about the property International Tech Park Chennai, Radial Road thats owned by a private real estate fund mana

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:19 am

US Stock Market | Dollar reasserts dominance as investors seek shelter from oil surge

The U.S. dollar rebounded sharply after strikes on Iran triggered a surge in oil prices and a global risk-off shift. A Reuters report showed the

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 10:18 am

Tata Motors CV says Indonesias 70,000-vehicle order intact

The order and advance we have received remains programme-driven, and we intend to begin supplies soon and complete deliveries in a phased manner

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:13 am

Can Israel-Iran war help silver hit a new record high past $121 and gold over $5,595?

Renewed Middle East tensions following the Israel-Iran conflict have revived safe-haven demand for gold and silver. After a sharp correction earl

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 10:13 am

LNG tanker rates double to $200,000 in less than a day on Iran war

The surge in vessel rates follows Qatars shutdown of LNG production

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 10:08 am

US Treasury says stopping use of Anthropic's tech

Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that he was directing every federal agency in the US government to immediately cease all use of Anthropi

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:54 am

Iran war: Global inflation expected to pick up, survey shows

Growth prospects largely unaffected so far, the global survey of economists says

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:51 am

Oil prices steady even as US-Iran conflict continues. Is $100 still on track?

Oil prices climbed above $70 as escalating US-Iran tensions raised fears of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn that w

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:47 am

NSE, BSE shut today for Holi, global indices under pressure amid rising tensions

On Monday, BSE Sensex fell 1.29% to 80,238.85, while the Nifty 50 declined 1.24% to 24,865

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:46 am

Gulf War to Operation Sindoor: What India's stock market reactions to past geopolitical risks reveal amid US-Iran conflict

Amidst the backdrop of international political unrest, Indian markets showcase an impressive ability to weather the storm. Recent analyses highli

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:43 am

Rent a Tree, an agri-startup from Kochi, provides mango trees for lease across India

Rent a Tree manages 250 acres of Alphonso mango farms in Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, catering to over 160 customers with rentals startin

The Hindu 3 Mar 2026 9:41 am

Crude oil futures rise as West Asia hostilities escalate

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:40 am

Ex-Union Minister K P Unnikrishnan dies at 89

Former Union Minister K.P. Unnikrishnan, a significant political figure of the 1980s and 1990s, passed away at 89. He represented Vadakara in the

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:38 am

Westbound flights from Delhi delayed amid West Asia tensions

Emirates and Etihad resume select operations as India monitors airspace situation

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:21 am

Does international law still matter? The strike on the girls school in Iran shows why we need it

Videos verified by international media show rescue workers digging through collapsed concrete, school bags being pulled from the debris, and scor

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:16 am

Crude oil prices may surge above $100 per barrel amid West Asia conflict: ICICI Bank report

Geopolitical tensions escalate as US and Israel strike Iran, raising concerns over global energy supply

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:13 am

Rs 11 lakh crore gone in 2 days as missiles make Nifty bulls run for cover. Big crash ahead?

Indian stock markets experienced a sharp downturn as geopolitical tensions escalated, with Sensex and Nifty seeing significant drops. Analysts an

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:09 am

Worlds top container carriers revise sailings to avoid the Middle-East

Some carriers are cancelling bookings temporarily, skipping some port calls, warning of delays and implementing surcharges to transport container

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:05 am

Trump vows whatever it takes on Iran as conflict widens

US State Department urges Americans to leave countries across West Asia, citing serious safety risks amid dangers from the war

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:05 am

Holi: NSE, BSE shut on Tuesday, MCX to resume evening session, Asian markets under pressure

Domestic equity benchmarks experienced a significant sell-off on Monday, 2 March, as escalating military tensions between the US, Israel, and Ira

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 9:00 am

The Golden Thumb Rule | A 2026-ready portfolio needs growth, defence and discipline, says Kalpen Parekh

True diversification isn't about chasing trends but building a structured portfolio balancing growth with defence, according to DSP Mutual Fund's

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 9:00 am

Stocks to buy in 2026 for long term: Bharti Airtel, Cummins India among 5 stocks that could give 10-20% return

We have collated a list of recommendations from top brokerage firms from ETNow and other sources:

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:47 am

JGB yields jump as Iran war raises inflation fears

Japanese government bond yields surged Tuesday. Fears of a prolonged war involving Iran, the US, and Israel are driving up energy prices. This is

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:44 am

Airline stocks remain under pressure; Asian carriers see surge in demand, prices jump

Asian airlines faced pressure Tuesday as Middle East conflict escalated. Fuel price spikes are a concern for carriers. However, some airlines are

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:39 am

Amazon says drone strikes damaged 3 facilities in UAE and Bahrain

Amazon Web Services warned that instability is likely to continue in the Middle East, making operations unpredictable. Amazon says drone strikes

India Vision 3 Mar 2026 8:34 am

Blackstone's $82 billion private credit fund sees net outflows

Blackstone, a major asset manager, will increase investor payouts from its private credit fund. This move follows significant withdrawal requests

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:33 am

OpenAI's Sam Altman admits rushed deal with Defense Department after backlash

Sam Altman says that OpenAI shouldn't have rushed its deal with the Defense Department and was making some additions. OpenAI's Sam Altman admits

India Vision 3 Mar 2026 8:33 am

Most Asia-Pacific markets drop as Iran conflict rages on; oil prices rise

Oil prices continue to rise Iran's Revolutionary Guard says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz Most Asia-Pacific markets drop as Iran conflict ra

India Vision 3 Mar 2026 8:32 am

Berkshire Hathaway shares slide after earnings, CEO letter

Berkshire Hathaway shares experienced their largest drop since Warren Buffett's CEO succession announcement, as financial results missed analyst

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:29 am

Current account deficit widens to $13.2bn in Q3

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 8:21 am

S&P may cut Berkshire-owned PacifiCorp utility to junk because of wildfires

PacifiCorp, owned by Berkshire Hathaway, faces a potential credit rating downgrade to junk status due to mounting liabilities from 2020 Oregon wi

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:19 am

Government assures exporters of support

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 8:18 am

Oil rises as expanding US-Israeli conflict with Iran elevates supply risks

Oil prices are climbing for a third day. The conflict between the U.S. and Israel with Iran is intensifying. Threats to shipping through the Stra

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 8:17 am

Gold extends gains as Middle East war boosts safe-haven demand

Gold prices surged for a fifth consecutive session, reaching a four-week high as investors sought safe-haven assets amid escalating U.S. and Isra

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 7:26 am

Bank holiday today: Are banks shut for Holi, Holika Dahan, Dhulandi, Dol Jatra, Attukal Pongala on 3 Mar? See city list

Bank holiday today: Lenders in cities across India have a holiday on 3 March for Holi, Holika Dahan, Dhulandi, Dol Jatra or Attukal Pongala, as p

Livemint 3 Mar 2026 7:09 am

Stock market holiday today for Holi 2026: Are NSE BSE open or closed on March 3 for Holi celebration? Check now

NSE Holidays for Holi 2026: Domestic stock exchanges BSE and the NSE will remain closed today on account of the Holi holiday. India's largest agr

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 7:00 am

View: For India, much more at stake than just oil this time

Iran war: The recent turmoil in the Middle East could have serious economic repercussions for India. With more than just oil at stake, the potent

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 6:50 am

US Stock Market | Wall Street ends narrowly mixed, trading volatile after air strikes on Iran

Gains in energy, tech and defense stocks offset losses in other sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.15% to 48,904.78 points, while t

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 6:26 am

Global Market Today | Asian stocks drop as inflation concerns sink bonds

Asian markets dipped Tuesday as soaring oil prices, driven by Middle East tensions, ignited inflation fears. This surge prompted investors to dia

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 6:25 am

Gold zooms as safe-haven asset scores in uncertain times

Gold and silver prices have seen a significant rally. This surge is driven by rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Experts suggest prices c

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 6:18 am

Rs 6.35 lakh crore wiped out as oil spike and war fears grip markets

Indian markets plunged and the rupee weakened as conflict between the US and Iran escalated, causing oil prices to surge nearly 8%. Investors are

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 6:03 am

Capacity expansion, new launches to support Navin Fluorine's growth

Navin Fluorine International's shares have seen a significant rise, fueled by newly commissioned capacities and a robust specialty chemicals pipe

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 5:55 am

Latest: Trump says Iran war could last weeks, US citizens in Middle East urged to leave

US military casualties have risen to six, with 18 service members seriously wounded, according to US Central Command.

The Hindu Businessline 3 Mar 2026 5:53 am

Oil & gas surge as Iran war disrupts West Asian output

Oil and gas prices surged Monday following Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran and retaliatory actions by Tehran. These events led to facility shutd

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 5:47 am

West Asia tensions rattle Dalal Street; pharma and metals buck the trend

West Asian conflict's spillover to India fueled investor uncertainty, impacting sectoral indices except pharmaceuticals and metals. Export-facing

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 5:43 am

India's oil contingency plan in pipeline amid Iran disruptions: Export curbs, more Russian crude, LPG rationing on table

India is preparing for potential fuel shortages. The govt is exploring options like limiting fuel exports and increasing Russian crude imports. D

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 5:30 am

Russia remains largest supplier of crude to India in February, Saudi Arabia close second

Saudi Arabia significantly boosted crude oil supplies to India in February, nearly matching Russia's top position. This surge, the highest in six

The Times of India 3 Mar 2026 4:26 am

Missile Attacks Are Overwhelming the Gulf. Delivery Drivers Are Still on the Roads

Missile and drone attacks have disrupted daily life, but delivery drivers are still diligently navigating streets to drop off orders across the r

Wired 3 Mar 2026 3:04 am

Iranian Ayatollah Khameneis Death Sparks Revolt Among Kalshi Customers

How Kalshi decided to settle a market tied to Irans supreme leader prompted anger among traders who felt the rules werent clear.

Wired 3 Mar 2026 1:38 am

India, Canada sign $2.6 billion uranium deal, target $50 billion trade by 2030 with CEPA push

India and Canada have signed significant agreements on uranium and critical minerals. Both nations aim to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion by

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:44 am

Govt reviews impact with exporters, assures help to mitigate disruptions

India's government is actively addressing the trade impact of the West Asia conflict. Discussions with exporters and logistics firms are underway

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:21 am

Gulf investors hold their breath amid shifting sands

Dubai and Abu Dhabi markets are closed due to Iranian strikes. Airports are resuming partial operations. Investors are assessing supply chain dis

The Economic Times 3 Mar 2026 12:13 am

Boardroom gaps widen across state-run corporate giants

Public sector enterprises are experiencing a concerning omission in governance, with an insufficient number of independent directors being appoin

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:56 pm

India, US continue to work on agreement for enhanced market access: USTR

India and the US are progressing towards a trade agreement. Both nations are working to improve market access and lower trade barriers. An interi

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:52 pm

No cultural taboo: The rich go for gold loan as metal soars

India's gold loan sector is evolving rapidly and redefining the way wealth is perceived and leveraged. Historically seen as a specialty service,

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:44 pm