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Gold, silver surge up to 6 pc amid fresh West Asia developments

Gold Climbs Over 5% Amid Middle East Tensions and Falling Oil Prices

Gold prices rose 5.77% over the week, supported by geopolitical tensions and a pullback in crude oil prices. MCX April gold futures closed at Rs 1,44,500 per 10 grams, while silver futures stood at Rs 2,27,750 per kg. Spot gold opened the week at Rs 1,35,141 and reached Rs 1,42,942 by Friday.

Mar 28, 2026

Sensex tanks nearly 1,700 points as Middle East uncertainty spooks investors

The benchmark indices saw heavy selling pressure throughout the session. The Nifty fell 2.09 per cent, or 486.85 points, to close at 22,819.60. Similarly, the Sensex dropped 2.25 per cent, or 1,690.25 points, to settle at 73,583.22.

Mar 27, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end sharply lower as oil price volatility weighs on markets

Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade amid global sell-off and oil volatility

Nifty opened at 23,173.55, down 132.90 points or 0.57 per cent, while the Sensex fell around 400 points to 74,883.79 in early trade.

Mar 27, 2026

Petrol, diesel prices unlikely to be raised in near term amid supply disruption

Centre slashes excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre each

The reduction comes amid fears of a price hike due to the global energy crisis, triggered by the US-Israel conflict with Iran and the resultant blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 27, 2026

RBI policy, auto sales and US data likely to drive stock market next week

Sensex, Nifty to remain closed on Ram Navami: No trading at BSE, NSE

According to the stock market holiday calendar, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will remain shut and no trading will take place.

Mar 26, 2026

Sensex, Nifty extend gains on softer oil prices, global cues

The Sensex gained 1.63% and the Nifty rose 1.72%, with broader markets outperforming the main indices. Consumer-focused, real estate, and public sector bank stocks led the rally, while the IT sector lagged.

Mar 25, 2026

Gold, silver surge up to 6 pc amid fresh West Asia developments

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures (April 2) advanced as much as Rs 5,658 or about 4 per cent to an intraday high of Rs 1,44,570 per 10 grams by 10:26 am. The yellow metal was later trading at Rs 1,44,410, up Rs 5,498 or 3.96 per cent.

Mar 25, 2026

India headed to become world's 3rd largest economy soon: Report

India's growth to remain resilient at 7.1 pc in FY27 despite geopolitical tensions: S&P Global

India's outlook remains positive due to strong consumption, improving investments, and a diversified economy that can absorb global shocks like rising oil prices. The Reserve Bank of India is expected to maintain a neutral stance on interest rates, while inflation is likely to stabilise at 4.3% in FY27.

Mar 25, 2026

The Nifty dropped 775.65 points, or 3.26 per cent, to close at 23,002.15, while the Sensex fell 2,496.89 points, or 3.26 per cent, to settle at 74,207.24.

Sensex, Nifty climb one pc amid ceasefire hopes; oil price drops 7 pc

Sensex opened around 600 points or 0.80 per cent higher at 74,652, while Nifty began trading at 23,064, up 150 points or 0.66 per cent.

Mar 25, 2026

Gold and silver prices tumble over 4 pc as West Asia tensions ease

Gold and silver prices dropped sharply as easing tensions in West Asia reduced demand for safe-haven assets. The decline followed remarks by Donald Trump about a temporary pause in strikes on Iran, boosting hopes of de-escalation. Gold and silver futures on MCX and COMEX fell.

Mar 24, 2026

Sensex jumps 1,372 points, Nifty near day's high as geopolitical tensions ease

The Nifty rose sharply by 399.75 points, or 1.78 per cent, to settle at 22,912.40. The Sensex also posted solid gains, climbing 1,372.06 points, or 1.89 per cent, to close at 74,068.45.

Mar 24, 2026

SEBI warns investors about unregulated digital gold, e-gold products

SEBI flags 1.33 lakh manipulative social media posts on securities market: Govt

SEBI flagged 1.33 lakh manipulative social media posts related to the securities market till February 2026, Parliament was informed. The regulator coordinates with platforms to remove such content and curb misleading advice by unregistered finfluencers.

Mar 24, 2026

Sensex, Nifty open sharply higher as Trump signals pause in Iran strikes

Sensex surged as much as 2 per cent or 1,516 points to hit an intra-day high of 74,212, while Nifty opened at 22,878, up 365.80 points or 1.62 per cent.

Mar 24, 2026

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Sensex crashes 1,836 points, Nifty slumps 2.6 pc as Middle East tensions intensify

The Sensex closed at 72,696.39, down 2.46 per cent or 1,836.57 points, while the Nifty settled at 22,512.65, losing 601.85 points or 2.60 per cent.

Mar 23, 2026

FM Sitharaman tables Finance Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha: Here's what changes once passed

Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Finance Bill 2026 in Lok Sabha to implement Budget 2026-27 proposals, including tax and duty changes, and introduced the Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill 2026 to ease compliance and decriminalise minor offences for businesses, startups, and farmer-run companies.

Mar 23, 2026