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Defence stocks end higher; Ideaforge Tech jumps nearly 8%

During intra-day trade, Ideaforge Tech zoomed 15.11 per cent, Paras Defence jumped 13.14 per cent, Astra Microwave surged 4.97 per cent, Taneja Aerospace rallied 4.40 per cent, Bharat Dynamics went up by 4 per cent, Bharat Electronics climbed 2.77 per cent and Hindustan Aeronautics (1.75 per cent)

2 Mar 2026 5:35 pm
NHAI-backed Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust's IPO to open on Mar 11

As per the Red Herring Prospectus (RHP), Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust's IPO issue size aggregates up to 6,000 crore

2 Mar 2026 4:44 pm
Rupee crashes 42 paise to settle at 91.50 against US dollar

Massive selling in domestic equity markets and withdrawal of foreign funds further dragged the Indian currency down

2 Mar 2026 4:20 pm
Avio Smart Market Stack to acquire minority stake in Huwel Lifesciences

Under the agreement, Avio Smart Market Stack will collaborate on business development and project execution

2 Mar 2026 4:18 pm
Rajputana Stainless' 255-crore IPO to open on March 9

The company's maiden public offering will open on March 9 and conclude on March 11

2 Mar 2026 3:36 pm
Keto Motors to go public via Taza reverse merger, Tron Energy picks 10% stake

Tron, a major electric bus OEM, will acquire around a 10 per cent stake in Keto, valuing the company at 350500 crore

2 Mar 2026 3:31 pm
Middle East oil faces pricing confusionas Hormuz traffic halted

The pause comes as the crisis in the Middle East widens and vessels stop crossing Hormuz, leaving crude and fuel markets at risk of dislocation

2 Mar 2026 3:24 pm
Nifty at risk of slipping below 24,500 as Middle East tensions rattle markets: Bernstein

Brokerages warn oil spike and Hormuz disruption could deepen near-term equity weakness

2 Mar 2026 3:15 pm
Amid West Asia tensions, Gold may hit $6,000/ounce, Nifty can remain flat: Elara Capital

In commodity markets on Monday morning , gold prices surged 3% to 1,67,329 per 10 gm for 24 karat, while silver prices rose 3.89% to 2,85,700 per kg

2 Mar 2026 3:02 pm
2 Mar 2026 2:24 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 barrel, while US-traded oil was up by around 7.6 per cent at $72.20.

2 Mar 2026 1:50 pm
Sensex, Nifty tumble 2% as crude spike hits markets, L&T, IndiGo, Adani Ports drag, BEL & ONGC gain

At 12.45 pm, the Sensex had dropped 1,625.94 points or 2.00 per cent to 79,661.25, while the Nifty 50 fell 485.95 points or 1.93 per cent to 24,692.70

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 maintain relationships with multiple banks, including Fino Payments Bank

2 Mar 2026 1:24 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 for India

2 Mar 2026 1:20 pm
Crude oil futures hit lifetime high of 6,596/barrel

On MCX, crude oil for April delivery traded higher by 504, or 8.27 per cent, at 6,596 per barrel in 10,530 lots.

2 Mar 2026 12:24 pm
Prithvi Exchange launches forex services on WhatsApp

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

2 Mar 2026 12:11 pm
Defence stocks rally amid West Asia tensions; HAL, BEL, BDL gain

The West Asia crisis has rattled broader markets, but triggered a rotation into defence stocks

2 Mar 2026 11:53 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

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 ease of doing business

2 Mar 2026 11:34 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

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

2 Mar 2026 11:13 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 from its debut levels

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 operations.

2 Mar 2026 11:02 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

2 Mar 2026 10:45 am
Gold, Silver Price Live: Gold jumps to 1,67,197 per 10 gm, silver at 2,90,716 per kg amid US-Iran war

Gold and silver prices have rallied after the Iran crisis spiked safe haven demand. Find out here all the live developments concerning precious metal prices as the West Asia conflict plays out.

2 Mar 2026 10:29 am
Clean Max drops 8.8% in trading debut

Clean Max stock listed at 960, below its issue price of 1,053

2 Mar 2026 10:17 am
Crude oil futures trade higher as US, Israel launch strike on Iran

At 9.25 am on Monday, May Brent oil futures were at $77.12, up by 5.83%, and April crude oil futures on WTI (West Texas Intermediate) were at $70.71, up by 5.51%

2 Mar 2026 9:45 am
Oils spike fades as traders take stock of Hormuz disruptions

Global benchmark Brent was about 5% higher near $76 a barrel, after earlier rallying by as much as 13% to the highest since January 2025

2 Mar 2026 9:33 am
Markets tumble at open as Middle East war dents risk appetite

All 16 major sectors logged losses. The broader small-caps and mid-caps fell 3.8% and 3.4%, respectively

2 Mar 2026 9:32 am
Emerging market currencies, stocks fall on Iran-Israel conflict worries

A gauge of developing nations currencies dropped 0.5%, declining for a second session in a row as the dollar strengthened

2 Mar 2026 9:16 am
Iran conflict: Anxiety to engulf these5 sectors stocks

Airlines, oil stocks face pressure from flight cancellations, rising crude prices

2 Mar 2026 7:53 am
Nifty to shed 150 points at open amid Iran tension

Analysts expect buying to emerge at lower levels due to strong macro numbers

2 Mar 2026 7:45 am
24 stocks including Fino Payments, Adani Green, NCC, Tata Steel, Thermax, New India Assurance will remain on focus on Monday

Key stocks like Fino Payments, Adani Green, and Tata Steel will be in focus on Monday amid diverse market developments.

2 Mar 2026 7:21 am
Stock Market Live Updates: Stock to buy today: Mahanagar Gas (1219.40)

Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices Live Updates: Traders can buy the stock now at 1,219 and add longs at 1,185. Place stop-loss at 1,125

2 Mar 2026 6:49 am
Oil prices jump 8% as USIsrael strikes on Iran rattle global markets

Roughly 20% of the worlds oil about 15 million barrels per day passes through the Strait of Hormuz, the critical chokepoint for exports from Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Kuwait and others

2 Mar 2026 6:43 am
SEBI chief says stability is important after derivatives curbs; conflict-of-interest proposals to go before board

SEBI chief emphasises the importance of stability in derivatives policy while addressing market concerns and upcoming board discussions

1 Mar 2026 8:53 pm
SEBI not in favour of SME IPO curbs that may scare away issuers

The regulators focus shifts merchant banker accountability from sweeping restrictions

1 Mar 2026 7:59 pm
Silver, gold may surge next week as Middle East tension intensifies: Analysts

Analysts said the extent of the impact on domestic silver and gold prices will depend on how long the conflict persists, as global investors recalibrate risk exposure amid fears of a prolonged instability in the Middle East

1 Mar 2026 7:16 pm
As Middle East simmers, Indian refiners stare at higher logistics costs & war insurance

Protection and Indemnity (P&I) club is notifying clients that liability cover will become expensive due to additional protection

1 Mar 2026 5:11 pm
Middle East tensions may rattle Indian markets; crude spike raises near-term risks

JM Financial said that every $1 per barrel increase in crude prices could raise Indias annual import bill by roughly $2 billion

1 Mar 2026 3:55 pm
Stock markets to react negatively amid escalating crisis in Middle East: Analysts

Besides, geopolitical situation, macroeconomic data announcements, global market trends, and trading activity of foreign investors would also influence investors' sentiment in a holiday-shortened week ahead

1 Mar 2026 3:18 pm
Cabinet clears IIFCL's IPO plans, says MD Rohit Rishi

The approval has been conveyed by the DIPAM to the company, IIFCL's newly appointed MD Rohit Rishi told PTI.

1 Mar 2026 2:24 pm
Dell shares soar the most in 2 years on AI server sales outlook

Dell to generate about $50 billion in AI server revenue in the current fiscal year

1 Mar 2026 1:10 pm
NSE shares won't list on NSE; IPO to be entirely OFS, says CEO Ashish Chauhan

Chauhan said the bourse will take a few months to prepare and file its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP).

1 Mar 2026 10:54 am
Higher F&O taxes wont deter small investors, says NSE CEO Ashish Chauhan; calls for tax-based entry filter

Remarks follow the recent hike in Securities Transaction Tax (STT) in the Union Budget.

1 Mar 2026 10:31 am
Forex reserves drop $2.11 bn to $723.608 bn in week ended Feb 20

After the latest monetary policy review meeting last month, the RBI had said that the countrys foreign exchange reserves were sufficient to cover more than 11 months of merchandise imports

1 Mar 2026 9:33 am
Groww bets on assistive AI as it scales trading, bonds and wealth stack

At its first product showcase, Groww Next, the company unveiled GR-1, an opt-in AI investing assistant designed to deliver personalised portfolio insights while leaving execution decisions entirely to users

28 Feb 2026 9:32 pm
IMD predicts cooler daytime temperature in March after warmer February

Most parts of country to experience above normal minimum temperatures in the coming month

28 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
28 Feb 2026 4:36 pm
Volatile prices, high inflows take toll on gold, silver ETFs return

Tracking error in ETFs is a crucial performance metric measuring the difference between an ETF return and its benchmark index return

28 Feb 2026 4:26 pm