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Indian basmati held up at ports and in transit as Iran war halts new deals
Iran war: India is the world's largest exporter of aromatic, premium basmati rice, with buyers in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, Iran,
Qatar remains Indias largest LNG supplier - it accounts for nearly half of the countrys imports last year, based on vessel-tracking information.
Three Indian seafarers serving on board foreign-flagged vessels killed in West Asia conflict
Directorate General of Shipping said that there have been four incidents in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and adjoining sea ar
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said the US-Israeli military action against Iran protects not only the US and Israel, but also the world at larg
Online spends cross 62% as UPI, credit cards turn complementary: SBI Card MD Salila Pande
UPI and credit cards now complement each other, with UPI boosting usage and cards offering liquidity, rewards and flexible credit, says Salila Pa
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran not going to take years
With the war entering its fourth day on Tuesday, Netanyahu said, ... It may take some time, but its not going to take years. Its not an endless w
West Asia conflict presses IPO hopefuls to get deals done
The sudden change in market sentiment risks upsetting what was set to be a boom year for IPOs, even before the potential mega-listings from Space
China to unveil new 5-year plan focusing on economic reform
China is gearing up to unveil its latest five-year plan, a strategic blueprint outlining policy priorities and long-term goals for economic refor
Israel hacked Irans traffic cameras for years to pinpoint Khameneis location prior to strike: Report
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu justified the attacks stating that Iran had for long threatened to destroy the US
India's 100 million barrel crude stocks could cover 40-45 days if Hormuz flows disrupted
With 88% import dependence, any prolonged disruption could squeeze supplies and inflate costs
Here is everything you need to know about what is advance tax, when is advance tax deadline, what are the penalties for missing advance tax deadl
UN flags possible El Nino comeback this year as neutral conditions emerge
The warming El Nino weather phenomenon could return later this year as its cooling opposite La Nina fades away, the United Nations said Tuesday.
Mint Explainer: How long can Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?
As Irans blockade of the worlds most critical energy chokepoint triggers a global price surge, Mint examines the military, economic and geopoliti
Passengers recount panic in West Asia amid attacks; DIAL issues advisory
Passengers face delays as Indian carriers adjust routes following US-Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehrans retaliation
Over 40 lakh beneficiaries in Tamil Nadu get special cash assistance
This follows TNs big bonanza for women in February, with 5,000 credited to the accounts of roughly 1.3 crorewomen
Indian cardamom likely to lose aroma due to Iran conflict
Importers in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the UAE are asking exporters to hold back stocks until the situation improves
Why flight ticket prices on Asia-Europe routes are soaring
The ongoing US-Israel war against Iran has led to the closure of major Middle Eastern hubs, including Dubai, the world's busiest international ai
Rs 11 lakh crore wiped out! How US-Israel-Iran war is hitting stock market investors hard
The Sensex plunged by more than 1,000 points, slipping below the 81,000 mark for the first time in over a month. The Nifty 50 also dropped sharpl
US-Iran conflict might deter investments in India, says report
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have major implications for India's economic growth, a new report by Fitch Group's BMI has warned.
IndiGo, SpiceJet are now bringing Indians back from Middle East
Indian airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet have launched special relief operations to repatriate passengers stranded due to airspace disruptions in the
Chance of El Nino emerging on the rise as La Nina weakens, says World Met body
A neutral ENSO phase likely before warming reshapes weather and monsoon patterns worldwide, says the WMO report
Persistent Systems streamlines US operations with subsidiary merger
Persistent Telecom Solutions Inc merged into Persistent Systems Inc effective February 28, 2026, with no cash consideration or change in sharehol
SOPA raises soya output estimates on higher yields in Maharashtra, Rajasthan
SOPA has estimated the cropped area during kharif 2025 at 112.139 lakh ha, marginally lower than its first estimate of 114.558 lakh ha
Japan in talks with India to explore for rare earths
In Rajasthan, the Japanese government would be looking to provide technology for extraction as well as funding in exchange for a stable offtake o
Elon Musk on trial for tweets tied to Twitter takeover
Elon Musk, the world's richest person, is facing a trial over his tweets related to the acquisition of Twitter Inc. in 2022.
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
Iran-Israel War: India reduces gas supply to industries after Qatar outage, sources say
Iran-Israel War: Indian industries are scaling back on natural gas supplies following Qatar's suspension of liquefied natural gas production. Hei
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
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
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
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
Podcasts and AI content amplify reputation risks for celebrities like Allu Arjun
Allu Arjuns legal action spotlights how podcasts and social media can rapidly amplify reputational risks. Viral claims and AI-generated content c
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
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
Move comes as vessels come under attack in the region
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
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
GIFTs design is deliberately open no fortress, no veil providing a controlled interface between domestic and international markets
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.
Ahead of Holi 2026, several Indian stocks have emerged as multibaggers since last Holi, delivering exceptional returns despite market volatility.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Global Market | Is India prepared for a prolonged Middle East oil disruption?
Indias heavy reliance on Middle East crude and relatively low inventory buffers leave it vulnerable to prolonged supply disruptions amid escalati
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
US Deputy Secretary of State to visit India from March 3 for Raisina Dialogue 2026
According to a US Embassy statement, the Deputy Secretary will also meet with senior Indian officials to discuss bilateral cooperation on defence
Asian stocks tumbled Tuesday amid escalating Iran tensions, impacting regional energy supplies. Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's Kospi saw signif
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
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
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
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
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
Flights from Dubai resume to India amid Iran conflict disruptions
Stranded passengers recount experiences while UAE airports partially reopen
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
Iran war: Global inflation expected to pick up, survey shows
Growth prospects largely unaffected so far, the global survey of economists says
L&T, IndiGo among 30 listed companies exposed to the Middle East. Is your portfolio at risk?
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
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
Amidst the backdrop of international political unrest, Indian markets showcase an impressive ability to weather the storm. Recent analyses highli
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
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
Gold and silver prices surged on Monday due to escalating Middle East geopolitical tensions, with gold reaching Rs 1.66 lakh per 10 grams and sil
Westbound flights from Delhi delayed amid West Asia tensions
Emirates and Etihad resume select operations as India monitors airspace situation
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
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
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
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
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
True diversification isn't about chasing trends but building a structured portfolio balancing growth with defence, according to DSP Mutual Fund's
GLP-1 boom, infra buying opportunity, and why gold is for traders: Ramesh Damanis big market calls
Veteran investor Ramesh Damani sees immense opportunities in pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, and domestic manufacturing, despite global uncertai
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Sensex falls 1,048 pts on war in West Asia, fear index up 25%
Dalal Street investors lost Rs 6.6 lakh crore as escalating West Asian war triggered a sharp fall in stock markets. The Sensex closed 1.3% lower
