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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 log fifth weekly fall as tensions rise

Market sentiment remained volatile due to the ongoing US–Iran tensions and concerns over global energy supply, with crude prices staying elevated. Banking stocks underperformed, while IT and pharma sectors showed slight gains. Broader markets also declined in line with benchmark indices. Mar 28, 2026
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
Govt to borrow Rs 8.20 lakh crore during first half of FY 2026-27

Govt to borrow Rs 8.20 lakh crore during first half of FY 2026-27

The government will also conduct buybacks to manage its redemption profile and may use a greenshoe option to raise an additional Rs 2,000 crore per security. The RBI has fixed the Ways and Means Advances limit at Rs 2.50 lakh crore to address temporary cash mismatches. Mar 27, 2026
Gold, silver surge on safe-haven demand amid West Asia tensions

Gold, silver surge on safe-haven demand amid West Asia tensions

Prices of Gold and Silver surged sharply as investors turned to safe-haven assets amid ongoing West Asia tensions and weak risk sentiment. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold climbed above ₹1.42 lakh per 10 grams, while silver jumped over 3% to near ₹2.28 lakh per kg Mar 27, 2026
Gold, silver surge up to 6 pc amid fresh West Asia developments

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

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
Gold slips on strong dollar, silver rebounds on MCX; Rupee hits record low

Gold down 9.4%, silver 10.2% amid global sell-off and rising interest rate concerns

Gold and silver prices plunged sharply despite the West Asia conflict, with gold falling 9.41% and silver 10.21%. The decline was driven by profit booking, rising interest rate expectations, and global market sell-offs. Experts say this is a temporary correction, not a trend reversal, and advise investors to remain cautious. Mar 23, 2026