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Sensex, Nifty tumble over 1 pc amid geopolitical tensions

At the closing bell, Sensex settled at 76,863.71, down 1.72 per cent or 1,342.27 points, while the Nifty ended at 23,866.85, plunging 394.75 points or 1.63 per cent.

Mar 11, 2026

Silver, gold prices drop further over profit booking

Gold and silver prices fell on Wednesday as investors booked profits, despite a weaker US dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions. MCX April gold futures declined 0.52% to Rs 1,62,452 per 10 grams, while MCX May silver futures dropped 1.69% to Rs 2,73,150 per kg.

Mar 11, 2026

Sensex, Nifty post sharp losses amid Middle East tensions

Sensex, Nifty post moderate losses over Middle East conflict

As of 9.25 am, Sensex lost 109 points, or 0.14 per cent, to reach 78,096 and Nifty eased 26 points, or 0.11 per cent to reach 24,234.

Mar 11, 2026

Sensex, Nifty snap 2-day losing streak as Trump signals Iran war may end soon

The Nifty closed 0.97 per cent, or 233.5 points, higher at 24,261.6, while the Sensex rose 0.82 per cent, or 639.82 points, to settle at 78,205.98.

Mar 10, 2026

No shortage of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 bank notes in country: Minister

The government informed Parliament that there is no shortage of Rs 10, Rs 20, and Rs 50 banknotes in the country.The lower-denomination notes are usually not dispensed through ATMs. The RBI also ensures adequate circulation of notes and coins alongside growing digital payments.

Mar 10, 2026

Sensex, Nifty drop over 1 pc over heightened Middle East tensions

Sensex, Nifty rebound as US indicates Iran war nearing end; crude prices fall

As of 9.29 am, Sensex added 413 points, or 0.53 per cent, to reach 77,979 and Nifty gained 112 points, or 0.47 per cent to reach 24,140.

Mar 10, 2026

Oil prices jump past $100 as Iran conflict shakes markets

Global markets reacted sharply, with Asian stock markets falling. Analysts warn prices could rise further, potentially reaching $143 per barrel this year. Economists noted that Asia and Europe are most vulnerable, while the US, with high domestic production,

Mar 9, 2026

Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 2 pc amid US-Iran war

The Nifty settled at 24,028.05, down 422.40 points or 1.73 per cent. The index also officially entered the technical correction zone after falling more than 10 per cent from its record high of 26,373, which it had touched on January 5.

Mar 9, 2026

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Sensex, Nifty 50 plunge nearly 3% as crude oil nears $110 amid US–Iran conflict 2026

As of 9.22 AM, the Sensex lost 2,333 points, or 2.96 per cent, to reach 76,585 and Nifty dipped 686 points, or 2.81 per cent to reach 23,764.

Mar 9, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade higher over sustained foreign inflows

Middle East tensions to shape Indian stock market sentiments this week

Sensex, Nifty 50, and Bank Nifty — ended last week with significant losses, reflecting sustained selling pressure. Analysts say the Nifty may fall further toward 24,000 unless it crosses the resistance level of 25,000. Investors will closely monitor global developments, crude oil prices

Mar 8, 2026

SBI launches $500 million gender-focused social loan on Women's Day

India's largest lender, State Bank of India (SBI), has launched a $500 million Syndicated Social Term Loan Facility aimed at promoting women empowerment and gender equality. Announced on International Women's Day, the initiative aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 5

Mar 7, 2026

Indian markets slide: Sensex, Nifty fall nearly 3% on geopolitical tensions

Meanwhile, foreign institutional investors (FIIs) remained net sellers during the week, pulling out over Rs 23,000 crore from Indian markets amid a broader global de-risking trend. However, strong domestic institutional flows helped cushion the downside.

Mar 7, 2026