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US-Iran conflict: Around 150 onion containers bound for Gulf stranded

Exporters flag heavy financial losses and a likely fall in domestic prices

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 2:43 pm

India's castor seed production surges 11% to 17.6 lakh tonnes for 2025-26

India's castor seed production reached 17.6 lakh tonnes for 2025-26, an 11% increase driven by a 3% rise in acreage and an 8% jump in average yie

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:42 pm

Pakistan's KSE-30 index crashes 10%, biggest drop on record as Mideast tensions escalate

Pakistan's KSE-30 Index experienced its largest-ever plunge, falling 7.3% after geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalated due to US and

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:41 pm

Shanghai stocks close at 10-year high as Iran conflict boosts energy and gold shares; HK drops

Shanghai stocks closed at a 10-year high on Monday, bucking regional weakness in the wake of the Iran conflict as investors snapped up energy, go

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:40 pm

Stock Market Holi Holiday 2026: Will NSE & BSE be closed on March 3 or 4?

Indian stock markets, BSE and NSE, will be closed on Tuesday, March 3, for the Holi holiday. The Multi Commodity Exchange of India will have a pa

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:35 pm

Global markets after Iran strikes: oil surges, airlines sink, bonds defy safe-haven playbook

Asian markets started the day lower across the board, with major markets in the region in negative territory. Global markets after Iran strikes:

India Vision 2 Mar 2026 2:34 pm

European stocks fall sharply markets react to U.S., Israeli strikes on Iran

European stocks started the new trading week firmly in negative territory. European stocks fall sharply markets react to U.S., Israeli strikes on

India Vision 2 Mar 2026 2:32 pm

Mercedes-Benz launches all new V-Class at 1.4 crore

The V-Class with a long wheelbase and with 6 seats in three rows, will be manufactured in India to provide the price advantage to customers

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 2:30 pm

India, Canada aim for trade pact by year-end, strike uranium deal

The two sides have agreed to the terms of reference on a comprehensive economic partnership

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 2:29 pm

German 2-year bond yields nudge higher as Middle East conflict sparks inflation concerns

Short-dated euro zone government bond yields nudged above multi-month lows on Monday, as concern mounted over the impact of prolonged conflict in

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:29 pm

Gold price today March 2: Gold rates rise in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Bengaluru

22K & 24K gold price today, March 2, 2026 across Indian cities

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 2:24 pm

Gold, Bitcoin, and safe havens: Christopher Wood on navigating global market risks

Christopher Wood advises caution for leveraged gold investors, suggesting a 6-18 month consolidation period but sees gold reaching $10,000 in fiv

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:23 pm

$50 bn trade target: India, Canada move closer to trade deal during Carney's visit; finalise agreements on critical minerals & more

India and Canada aim to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030, accelerating negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

The Times of India 2 Mar 2026 2:23 pm

European shares touch two-week lows on Middle East conflict

European markets tumbled Monday as Middle East tensions escalated, pushing energy and defense stocks higher. The STOXX 600 saw a significant drop

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:21 pm

CleanMax shares fall 18% post listing: Should you exit?

CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions' shares have seen a massive fall of 18% after their market debut.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 2:13 pm

FIIs doubled their stake in 6 stocks; 3 surge over 15% just 2 months

FIIs boosted stakes across 300+ stocks in Q3 FY26doubling exposure in six namesthough returns since January have diverged sharply.

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 2:07 pm

Global Markets | Japanese shares and yen fall, JGBs rise as Iran strikes continue

Japanese shares and the yen fell on Monday,while government bonds rose, after military strikes by the U.S. and Israel killed Iran's Supreme Leade

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:58 pm

Indian edible oil, oilmeals sector turn cautious amid Iran crisis

Sunflower supplies to India may be affected, if the Suez Canal and Strait of Hormuz are affected, as the consignments will have to take a longer

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:53 pm

India AI Impact Summit secures $240B pledge from major firms

The India AI Impact Summit 2026 has witnessed a massive investment commitment of $240 billion from major players like Reliance Industries, Adani

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:51 pm

Crude oil could top $100 as Strait of Hormuz closure halts flows

Global oil prices rose after at least three ships were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude was up more than 8 per cent at $78.72 a ba

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:50 pm

US-Iran war: TCS, L&T among others with major Gulf exposure

The ongoing US-Iran war has sent shockwaves through the market, with Sensex plunging over 2,700 points at the opening on Monday.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:48 pm

Middle East conflict drags down tourism, aviation shares: IndiGo falls almost 7%, Ixigo down 14%

Aviation and travel stocks experienced sharp sell-offs as fresh Middle East hostilities disrupted regional air traffic. Several countries shut th

The Times of India 2 Mar 2026 1:47 pm

US Market Today | Wall Street futures slide as Middle East conflict escalates

U.S. stock index futures slid more than 1% on Monday as the Middle East conflict showed no signs of cooling, prompting a rush toward safe-haven a

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:44 pm

Oil could top USD 100 as Strait of Hormuz closure halts flows

Oil prices could exceed USD 100 per barrel if tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is not swiftly restored, as the waterway's closure thre

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:37 pm

1970s-style oil shock loading? Crude may hit $100 if Strait of Hormuz shuts amid Middle East tensions - what it means

Global oil markets are preparing for potential supply disruptions after US airstrikes on Iran over the weekend revived concerns that shipments th

The Times of India 2 Mar 2026 1:36 pm

Indias oil imports from Russia fell to 44-month low in January 2026, Gulf countries saw rising share

This strategy of reducing imports of discounted Russian oil comes just before the U.S. tariff threat was struck down and the Gulf region erupted

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 1:30 pm

West Asia tensions trigger dj vu crisis for Indian cashew industry

Iranian buyers have largely stopped opening new contracts following the closure of major ports, including Bandar Abbas, and the freezing of banki

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:28 pm

Iranian drone strike shuts Saudi Aramco's oil refinery

Saudi Arabia's state oil giant, Aramco, has shut down its Ras Tanura oil refinery after a drone strike on Monday.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

Oil, rice, textiles & more: The cost Indians may have to pay for Iran-Israel war

Iran-Israel War: India feels the pinch as the Israel-Iran conflict pushes up prices for pulses and onions. Exports of rice, textiles, and electro

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:27 pm

LT Foods, KRBL & other rice stocks fall up to 11% as Israel-Iran war flares up. Here's why

Rice exporter stocks fell sharply on Monday as the IsraelIran conflict intensified, raising fears of trade disruption in key Middle East markets.

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:25 pm

Market dips are buying opportunities, focus on emerging trends: Ramesh Damani

Veteran investor Ramesh Damani advises investors to view market dips as buying opportunities, highlighting defence, commodities, and pharmaceutic

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:24 pm

Fino Payments Bank shares recover from 52-week low

In a stock exchange filing, the bank said alleged GST violations by it pertain to an investigation involving certain programme managers who maint

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:24 pm

Escalating hostilities in the Middle East risk renewed energy, inflation shocks: Moody's

Roughly one-third of the world's seaborne crude oil exports and about 20% of liquefied natural gas shipments transit through the Strait of Hormuz

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:21 pm

Iran war deepens market rout; Sensex sinks 1,611 pts at midday

The conflicts ripple effects on crude oil which surged nearly 9% in early Asian trade to the $72-73 per barrel range remain the central concern

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 1:20 pm

Escalating hostilities in West Asia risk renewed energy, inflation shocks: Moodys

A broader or more drawn-out conflict would risk increasing the strain on emerging Asian economies that have, in past years, struggled with extern

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 1:20 pm

Streaming is going to cost more. Thats the price of mergers.

While consolidation has a tendency to increase pricing, it decreases churn, said Alex Holtz, research director of IDC.

Livemint 2 Mar 2026 1:19 pm

Emirates, Qatar Airways among worst-affected airlines amid USIran war

The escalating conflict in Iran has disrupted air travel across the Middle East, leading to the cancellation of hundreds of flights.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:16 pm

Akasa Air has suspended flights to these Middle Eastern destinations

Akasa Air has suspended all its flights to and from Abu Dhabi, Doha, Jeddah, Kuwait and Riyadh on March 3.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:15 pm

TCS, Infosys suspend travel to Middle East amid US-Iran tensions

Leading Indian IT firms Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys have suspended all travel to the Middle East.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:14 pm

Indian defense stocks up 15% today: Here we decode why

Shares of leading defense companies such as Bharat Electronics (BEL), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Tejas Networks, Paras Defence and Spac

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 1:13 pm

India, Canada seal $2.6 billion uranium deal, agree on economic partnership framework

India and Canada have signed a uranium supply agreement and several pacts. Cooperation in critical minerals and renewable energy is set to grow.

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:10 pm

Gold surges Rs 7,000, near Rs 1.7 lakh mark after Israel-Iran war. Perfect time to invest in yellow metal?

Gold prices have dramatically surged, reaching Rs 1.68 lakh per 10 grams on MCX following major strikes in Iran. This escalation has fueled safe-

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 1:10 pm

How much gold can you legally own without triggering tax trouble?

The income tax officers are not supposed to seize any gold jewellery within the limits specified, irrespective of the level of standard of living

Livemint 2 Mar 2026 12:59 pm

Saudi Arabia's Aramco Ras Tanura refinery hit by drone strike, shuts down; Brent Crude rises 9%

According to the report quoting an official in the know, the Ras Tanura refinery of Aramco was shut as a precautionary measure. The situation was

Livemint 2 Mar 2026 12:56 pm

Best places to hide in war: 20 stocks analysts say to bet on amid US-Iran conflict

Global markets are experiencing volatility due to Middle East tensions. Indian equities are bracing for this uncertainty. Analysts suggest certai

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:47 pm

Global Markets | Australian shares end flat as energy, gold miners offset bank losses on Middle East conflict

Australian shares ended flat as Middle East conflict dampened investor sentiment. While miners and energy stocks surged on safe-haven demand, fin

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:41 pm

US and Israels war with Iran: Key things to know

US President Donald Trump says military would continue bombing Iran until his objectives are met

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 12:39 pm

Iran war: Telangana sets up control room in Delhi

Senior officials at the States office in Delhi are in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs to monitor the situation in the Gulf region whe

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 12:36 pm

Silver, gold futures surge 4% as U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran trigger safe-haven rush

The attacks escalated regional instability and disrupted maritime traffic in the oil-rich Gulf

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 12:35 pm

Jefferies calls Israel-Iran conflict a buying opportunity; warns Hormuz, crude shock risks for India

Jefferies sees the Israel-Iran conflict as a potential buying opportunity but warns of macro risks if crude prices spike due to Hormuz disruption

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:33 pm

SEBI chief draws sharp distinction between Futures and Options & pinpoints where the real problem lies

India's market regulator, SEBI, is clarifying the debate on derivatives trading. Chairperson Tuhin Kanta Pandey emphasizes that futures and optio

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:31 pm

SEBI's AI tool removes 120,000 posts by unregistered finfluencers

The Securities and Exchange Board of India(SEBI) has removed over 120,000 misleading social media posts from unregistered financial influencers.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 12:27 pm

Why your premium credit card perks just got smaller: The big squeeze on banks

Major issuers HDFC Bank, American Express, SBI Card and ICICI Bank have reworked reward structures and tightened lounge access rules. Find out wh

Livemint 2 Mar 2026 12:27 pm

Defence stocks surge on Middle East tensions! HAL, BEL, Paras Defence rise up to 13% even as stock market crashes

The escalation has raised expectations of increased export opportunities and strengthened investor sentiment toward the sector. Paras Defence led

The Times of India 2 Mar 2026 12:23 pm

Gold, silver ETFs jump 7% amid US-Iran war

Gold and silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have witnessed a major spike in early trade on Monday.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 12:15 pm

Prithvi Exchange launches forex services on WhatsApp

Customerscan now useWhatsApp conversationsforforeign currency purchase, forex cards, student forex solutions, and international money transfer

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 12:11 pm

The great Indian OTT reset: why original shows are dwindling

Hindi continues to dominate, accounting for 60% of streaming originals in India in 2025, though lower than its 65% share in 2024. Telugu original

Livemint 2 Mar 2026 12:10 pm

Iran-Israel war: Over 30 listed Indian companies face Middle East exposure risk. Are you holding these stocks?

More than 30 listed Indian companies face rising geopolitical risk as the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the US threatens supply routes thro

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:08 pm

Sebi deploys AI tool 'Sudarshan', removes 1.2 lakh misleading 'finfluencer' posts: Tuhin Kanta Pandey

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has removed over 1.2 lakh misleading posts by unregistered financial influencers. Using an AI tool nam

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 12:04 pm

Spices gain relevance in US health dialogue: ASTA

As the demand for natural ingredients rises amid growing health awareness, the American Spice Trade Association emphasizes the need for stringent

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 12:00 pm

Global Markets | Crude markets on edge as Middle East tensions mount: Whats next for oil prices?

Global oil markets are experiencing unprecedented turbulence as Brent crude sees wild price swings due to geopolitical developments in the Middle

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:57 am

Modi holds bilateral talks with Canadian PM Carney, reviews progress of India-Canada strategic ties

This marks Carneys first official visit to the country, which began when he arrived in Mumbai. He will depart from India today following his enga

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:48 am

India's factory activity grows at fastest pace in 4 months

India's factory activity has grown at its fastest pace in four months, driven by strong domestic demand.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 11:48 am

With new GDP series, experts see stronger data credibility and stable FY26 outlook

India's economy shows strong momentum with 7.8 per cent GDP growth in the October-December 2025 quarter. Experts note this reflects sustained eco

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:44 am

Gold price prediction today: How will gold prices react this week to Middle East tensions? Key levels to watch out

Gold price prediction today: Rising tensions in the Middle East and developments around US, Israel and Iran are expected to keep gold prices vola

The Times of India 2 Mar 2026 11:37 am

Indian refiners eye Russian crude again as Iran crisis hits supply

Potential closure of Strait of Hormuz could imperil crucial crude routes; State firms and officials explore contingencies

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:37 am

SEBI's disclosure norms match global standards; real-time surveillance strengthened: Chairman

Calling the past year a year of reform, Pandey said SEBI has introduced several changes across departments, balancing investor protection with ea

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:34 am

Shares of aviation firms, tour operators dive amid West Asia crisis

The stock of InterGlobe Aviation tanked 7.50%, while SpiceJet declined by 7.27% on the BSE. Shares of Yatra Online tumbled 11.14%, Easy Trip Plan

The Hindu 2 Mar 2026 11:32 am

Global markets show resilience amid Middle East tensions: Matt Orton

Global markets opened this week with limited declines despite Middle East tensions, as investors had largely anticipated the escalation. Crude pr

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:29 am

Asian Paints, other paint stocks plunge up to 6% as Israel-Iran war fuels rally in crude oil prices: What lies ahead?

Paint stocks like Asian Paints and Indigo Paints plunged up to 6% as crude oil prices surged due to escalating Middle East tensions following att

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 11:22 am

US-Israel attack on Iran rattles rupee as markets feel heat

INR weakens to 91.39 per dollar; analysts see further upside in USD/INR if tensions persist

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:19 am

Why gold, silver prices are rising today. Explained

Gold and silver price jumped sharply on Monday amid broad risk-off sentiment, with investors across global markets turning to safe-haven assets

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:13 am

Meghalaya showcases its organic spice economy in Mumbai

Meghalaya Spice Festival was an effort to amplify the national and global market outreach of Meghalayas premium organic spices

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:12 am

'Investors must do their own due diligence': SEBI chief

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, has stressed the importance of personal due diligence in safeguar

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 11:11 am

PMI Manufacturing rose to 4-month high of 56.9 in February

Growth in new export orders continued the slowing trend that began in mid-2025

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:04 am

Clean Max lists at up to 9.5% discount, slides further in early trade

Selling pressure intensified post-listing. At 10.45 am, the stock was trading at 863.50 on the NSE and 869 on the BSE, marking a sharp decline fr

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:03 am

Shares of aviation firms, tour operators dive amid Middle East crisis

The conflict between Israel, the US, and Iran has resulted in multiple airspace closures in the Middle East, massively disrupting flight operatio

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 11:02 am

Treasury bonds, dollar remain reliable safe havens in crisis: Peter Cardillo

Global markets opened cautiously as geopolitical tensions escalated, boosting demand for safe-haven assets like the U.S. dollar and Treasury bond

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:56 am

Fino Payments Bank shares tank 14% after CEO's arrest

Shares of Indian fintech company Fino Payments Bank plummeted by as much as 14.1% on Monday.

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 10:55 am

Market holidays in March 2026: NSE, BSE to remain shut on 3 days this month; check list

Indian stock markets face three closures in March 2026. Holi, Shri Ram Navami, and Shri Mahavir Jayanti will halt trading. This marks the highest

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:55 am

Bitcoin steadies above $66,600 after a sharp weekend drop amid USIsrael strike on Iran

Bitcoin saw a dip to $63,000 over the weekend amid geopolitical tensions following an attack on Iran. The cryptocurrency has since recovered near

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:50 am

Oil stocks buck market slump: ONGC, Oil India gain amid Middle East tensions

Despite the widespread weakness, select oil upstream stocks emerged as notable gainers, supported by a sharp rise in global crude oil prices

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 10:45 am

Apple shuts UAE stores, offices amid rising regional tensions

Apple has temporarily closed its corporate offices and five retail stores in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

NewsBytes 2 Mar 2026 10:39 am

The hidden hub transforming rural livelihoods

L&Ts skill training centre in Mayurbhanj is attempting to rewrite the future of tribal communities in a remote, underdeveloped area.

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 10:39 am

India manufacturing growth hits four-month high in February, PMI shows

Indias factory activity grew at its fastest pace in four months in February, driven by strong domestic demand, though export growth slowed to a 1

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:38 am

Explained: What US-Israel war on Iran means for Indian stock market investors, crude oil and exports

Indian markets fell sharply as US-Israel strikes on Iran triggered geopolitical tensions, pushing crude oil higher and weakening the rupee. Analy

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:38 am

US Stock Market | As clock ticks on Powells term, Warsh confirmation hangs in balance

President Trump's delay in formally submitting Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve nomination has created uncertainty, with a Republican senator vowing

The Economic Times 2 Mar 2026 10:33 am

Last total lunar eclipse until 2029 is coming tomorrow dont miss it

On Tuesday evening, a dark shadow will sweep across the bright and round full Moon. Once the Moon becomes fully immersed in shadow, it will take

The Hindu Businessline 2 Mar 2026 10:30 am