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Mumbai witnessed a tug-of-war in bullion this week as geopolitical risks battled improving diplomatic signals. Gold futures on MCX ended with a slim 0.19 percent advance despite Friday’s 0.06 percent...
Despite choppy trading conditions fueled by geopolitical concerns in West Asia, Indian stock markets managed to close in the green on Wednesday. The Sensex climbed 117.54 points or 0.16 percent to...
In a strong show of support, the All India Traders Confederation (CAT) on Friday hailed the government's Rs 3 per litre petrol and diesel price hike as a thoughtful and accountable action. The move...
Pakistan's telecom sector is bracing for potential upheaval as Etisalat, the UAE's leading telecom firm, scrutinizes its foothold in the volatile market. Whispers of a complete withdrawal from PTCL...
Geopolitical jitters took center stage in commodity trading on Wednesday, propelling gold and silver prices to notable gains in India. The extension of the US-Iran ceasefire deadline sparked fresh...
Investor appetite for gold ETFs in India took a significant hit in March, with net investments dropping sharply to Rs 2,266 crore from Rs 5,255 crore in February, as per AMFI data. This halving of...
The escalating conflict in West Asia is sending early shockwaves through India's industrial landscape, prompting FICCI to advocate proactive steps for risk mitigation and resilience. Released on...
Global energy markets saw a dramatic reversal on April 8 when President Trump revealed plans to suspend military action against Iran for 14 days. The move defused immediate threats of war in the...
As the world grapples with geopolitical unrest, India's monetary policy hangs in the balance. FICCI President Anant Goenka foresees the RBI holding firm on the repo rate, driven by fears of surging...
In a tale of two metals, silver stole the spotlight with a hefty ₹3,629 per kilogram surge on Tuesday, while gold shed a modest ₹46 amid choppy trading triggered by Middle East unrest. IBJA figures...
In a clear preemptive move, gold and silver prices surged on India's MCX on Tuesday morning, ahead of the critical US Federal Reserve's interest rate deliberations. The precious metals gained up to...
In a world gripped by uncertainty, India's exports are proving their mettle. The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) reported Monday that despite supply chain snarls and geopolitical...
India's digital payments giant PhonePe has hit pause on its highly anticipated stock market debut. Citing ongoing geopolitical tensions and turbulent global markets, the company revealed Monday it is...
Geopolitical flames in the Middle East ignited a fire sale in Indian equities, sending the Sensex reeling 1,097 points lower to 78,918.90—a 1.37% loss. The Nifty mirrored the pain, slipping 315.45...
The Iran-Israel standoff, intertwined with US involvement, has injected chaos into financial markets. Shares tumbled as traders sought refuge in gold, silver, and surging oil. The Hormuz Strait...
Geopolitical storm clouds over West Asia sent Indian equities into a tailspin on Monday, with benchmark indices logging steep losses. The Sensex cratered 1,500+ points to 78,543.73, down about 2%,...
The shadow of conflict looms large over India's equity markets as Israel-Iran hostilities threaten to disrupt Monday's trading session. Explosions rocked Iran's capital Tehran following Israeli...
Geopolitical storm brewing in the Middle East: Israel's missile strikes on Iran have sent shockwaves through global markets, with experts forecasting a bull run for gold and silver prices come...
Geopolitical tensions and global market jitters triggered a weekly decline of nearly 1.5% for India's key indices, Sensex and Nifty, as investors pulled back amid rising caution. The week ended...
Geopolitical storm clouds gathered over global markets Thursday as President Trump's ominous threats against Iran propelled gold and silver prices to unprecedented levels. Fearing a flare-up in the...
In a stirring address amid global unrest, Smriti Irani, ex-Central Minister and Bollywood star, rallied overseas Indians to pour funds into small-scale ventures back home. The appeal, captured in an...
The Central government shared encouraging updates on LPG distribution Saturday, reporting over 51.5 lakh household cylinders delivered on April 10. On the same day, sales of 5-kg FTL cylinders hit...
In a timely intervention, the Indian government has restored commercial LPG cylinder supplies to industries in key states, quelling fears of disruptions. Retail LPG availability remains robust across...
A powerhouse US dollar sent shockwaves through precious metals Tuesday, sparking early declines in gold and silver prices before silver mounted a comeback. MCX April gold futures slid 0.65% to...
A deadly car bomb explosion near Delhi's historic Red Fort has sent shockwaves across the region, with evidence now pointing towards Jaish-e-Mohammed. The blast, which claimed nine lives and injured...
Pakistan is reportedly turning to Iran for mediation amidst escalating tensions with Afghanistan's Taliban regime. Following unsuccessful peace overtures through Qatar and Turkey, Islamabad now views...
India's massive tri-services military exercise, codenamed Trishul, has triggered significant alarm in Pakistan, leading to the temporary closure of airspace over central and southern Pakistan. This...
New Delhi: In the wake of a deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam last month, India has launched a renewed diplomatic campaign to pressure the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) into...
A fresh controversy has erupted in international cricket, coinciding with the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025. The incident involves former Pakistan Women’s skipper Sana Mir, who used the term “Azad...
Geopolitical shadows lengthened over Indian equities Monday, as stalled US-Iran talks unleashed a wave of selling pressure. The Sensex plummeted 1,675 points or 2.16% to an intraday trough of...
Despite relentless FII outflows totaling nearly 30,000 crore rupees last week, India's equity markets exhibited impressive structural fortitude. This resilience shines through amid soaring global...
Geopolitical storm clouds over West Asia have ignited a precious metals rally, with silver leading the charge at over 2.5% gains and gold close behind at 1% on the MCX Wednesday morning. Investors,...
Air India has pulled off a remarkable rescue amid Middle East unrest, ferrying 149 stranded Indians back from Dubai in its inaugural special flight of the crisis. Flight AI916D arrived at Delhi...
In an era defined by relentless geopolitical turbulence, India's stock market stands tall as a beacon of recovery. A fresh report from Axis Asset Management, unveiled Monday, charts how the BSE...
Tensions in the Middle East have grounded Air India's entire network of flights to the region, just as US-Israel military campaigns intensify against Iran. The suspension, effective immediately,...
Investors' profit booking led to a sharp reversal in domestic gold and silver prices on Thursday, even as geopolitical tensions and a weaker dollar offered some support. MCX data reveals April gold...
Volatility gripped India's precious metals market this week. Wednesday's robust rally erased Tuesday's losses, but Thursday saw gold and silver prices ease amid a firmer US dollar. MCX data shows...
In a sharp market reversal, gold and silver prices exploded higher on Monday, propelled by a battered US dollar and unrelenting geopolitical strife. MCX data revealed February gold futures climbing...
Geopolitical friction over Greenland is keeping investors awake at night, with a new report forecasting continued market ups and downs. The US push to control the resource-rich island, spearheaded by...
In a sharp reversal, gold and silver prices declined sharply on Thursday as de-escalating tensions over Greenland diminished safe-haven appeal. The MCX saw gold February futures plunge 0.67% to...
In a dramatic escalation amid brewing international conflicts, gold and silver prices on India's MCX exchange shattered records yet again on Tuesday. February gold contracts peaked at 1,47,996 rupees...
The collapse of US-Iran negotiations in Pakistan has ignited a firestorm of critique from Baloch leaders, who see Islamabad as wholly unfit for such a role. Tara Chand, head of the Baloch American...
Washington's latest IMF report spotlights India's accelerating defense spending as a potential economic powerhouse. By shifting focus from imports to indigenous manufacturing, India stands to gain...
In a candid critique of US foreign policy, American entertainer Mary Millben has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's masterful handling of bilateral tensions with the United States. Speaking from...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has outlined stringent conditions for a potential truce with Ukraine, emphasizing that Moscow harbors no ambitions of attacking Europe. He stated readiness to provide...
Recent months have seen a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions between India and a growing alliance involving Turkey and Azerbaijan. This antagonism stems from a complex interplay of...
Russia has reportedly foiled a covert operation by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) aimed at acquiring sensitive defense technology. Intelligence sources indicate this marks the first...
Russia has reportedly foiled a sophisticated espionage operation orchestrated by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), aiming to steal sensitive defense technology. This marks what is...
Russia has reportedly foiled a sophisticated espionage plot orchestrated by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), aimed at acquiring sensitive defense technology. In a significant...
European nations are reviving an ancient military tactic to counter potential threats along their eastern borders. Inspired by Ukraine's effective use of water defenses, countries like Finland and...
Unusual activity at the long-abandoned Roosevelt Roads Naval Base in Puerto Rico has sparked speculation about potential U.S. military actions targeting Venezuela. Satellite imagery reveals...
Tensions are escalating in the Arabian Sea as Pakistan launches live-fire naval exercises in the same waters where India is currently conducting its expansive 'Trishul' military drills. This overlap...
The United States has announced a significant policy shift, signaling its intent to resume nuclear testing after a 33-year hiatus. This decision, made in the context of heightened geopolitical...
Pakistan's Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif, has directly accused India of orchestrating a 'proxy war' through Afghanistan following the collapse of recent peace talks with the Taliban in Istanbul....
The United States has intensified its strategy against Russia by imposing new sanctions on the nation's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil. This move, coupled with the cancellation of a...
A controversial map depicting parts of India's northeast as Bangladeshi territory, presented in a book by Bangladesh's interim Prime Minister Muhammad Yunus to Pakistan's General Sahir Shamshad...
Pakistan has reignited cross-border tensions with fresh airstrikes on Afghanistan's Paktika province, shattering a fragile two-day ceasefire. The aerial attacks, which targeted residential areas in...
Pakistan's Navy has issued a recent Notice to Mariners (NOTMAR), fueling intense speculation about its intentions towards India. This alert follows stern warnings from India's Defence Minister...
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the relationship between Russia and the United States will completely deteriorate if the US provides Ukraine with Tomahawk missiles, leading to a new...
Following recent conflicts in Gaza, Israel's actions suggest a potential escalation, with Iraq now seemingly in its crosshairs. During the past two years, Israel has launched attacks on six countries...
The war between Ukraine and Russia threatens the world, with potential devastation looming. The conflict has opened a path to destruction, involving nations globally. While NATO, Europe, and the US...
A portion of Polish airspace, specifically southeast of the capital, experienced a temporary closure on Sunday due to "unplanned military activity." This occurred during a new series of Russian...
The Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing for over three years, and the possibility of the conflict spreading throughout Europe has increased. The war is no longer solely between Ukraine and Russia, as...
Turkish F-16 fighter jets, equipped with air-to-air missiles, entered Greek airspace, marking the first such incursion in 30 months. The violation of air traffic regulations occurred within the...
The situation in Europe is deteriorating as the possibility of a ceasefire dwindles. Both Russia and Ukraine have intensified their attacks, with Russia launching fierce assaults in the past 24...
Despite attempts by US President Donald Trump to negotiate a ceasefire, progress remains elusive. Winter is seeing preparations for destructive warfare on both sides in the Russia-Ukraine conflict....
A meeting between former U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin took place in Alaska, where they held discussions for approximately three hours. Despite the length of the...
Iran is reportedly preparing to take actions similar to those often attributed to Israel, which is known for identifying and targeting its enemies. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz posted a chart...
Tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate, with no signs of de-escalation. Russian forces have intensified their attacks on Ukraine, particularly after President Zelensky announced his...
The focus has shifted back to the helicopter crash that claimed the life of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, with Tehran directing its attention towards neighboring Azerbaijan. Raisi died in a...
Global markets are buzzing as silver skyrockets more than 4 percent and gold touches fresh all-time highs, driven by a perfect storm of international instability. From trade disputes to rising...