₹2 lakh crore wiped out! Sensex crashes 900 pts, Nifty below 24,000 amid market volatility

Mar 11, 2026, at 12:53 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market witnessed a sharp sell-off on Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex plunging over 900 points and the Nifty 50 slipping below the 24,000 mark amid rising geopolitical tensions linked to the West Asia conflict, media reports said.

How Is the Gold Loan Amount Per Gram Calculated?

Mar 11, 2026, at 12:37 pm

When you require quick cash, Gold Loans can be a convenient and efficient funding option. A Gold Loan allows borrowers to pledge their gold jewellery in exchange for money. Before applying for a loan, lenders should be aware of the Gold Loan amount per gram.

Reliance shares climb after Trump announces $300 billion US oil refinery project

Mar 11, 2026, at 12:28 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Reliance Industries rose over 1 percent on Wednesday after Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced plans to build a new oil refinery in the country backed by investment from the Indian conglomerate.

Markets tumble again! Sensex sinks 600 pts, Nifty nears 24,000 despite drop in Brent crude

Mar 11, 2026, at 11:45 am

Mumbai/IBNS: After a flat opening, the Indian stock market crashed on Wednesday amid mixed global cues against the backdrop of the ongoing West Asia conflict, media reports said.

Trump announces ‘first US oil refinery in 50 years’ with Reliance — calls $300 billion deal ‘historic’

Mar 11, 2026, at 09:16 am

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced plans to build the first new oil refinery in the United States in nearly 50 years, backed by investment from Reliance Industries of India.

Unit Linked Insurance Plan Tax Benefits: Complete Guide

Mar 10, 2026, at 06:51 pm

A Unit-Linked Insurance Plan (ULIP) is often positioned as a combined solution for insurance and long-term investment. While its market-linked returns attract attention, the tax benefits associated with ULIPs are equally important and frequently misunderstood. A clear understanding of these tax aspects is essential before including ULIPs in a financial plan.

Indian stock market surges as Brent crude dips below $100 after Trump’s Iran remarks

Mar 10, 2026, at 12:49 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market opened higher on Tuesday, recovering part of the losses it suffered a day earlier.

Federal Bank bets big on Wealth Management, launches premium wealth hub

Mar 09, 2026, at 06:38 pm

Federal Bank has announced the launch of its wealth management platform and the inauguration of its first Wealth Hub, marking the next phase of the bank’s strategic expansion in the wealth management business.

AbhiBus partners with Uber to power intercity bus bookings on Uber App

Mar 09, 2026, at 06:30 pm

AbhiBus (ixigo’s bus business), one of India’s leading online bus ticketing platforms, has partnered with Uber to power intercity bus ticket bookings within the Uber app.

Capgemini acquires Piterion in major push for industrial digitalisation

Mar 09, 2026, at 05:16 pm

Paris/IBNS: Capgemini has signed an agreement to acquire Piterion, a leading independent product lifecycle management (PLM) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) specialist.

Meesho shares slide 10% after IT Department raises ₹1,500 crore tax demand

Mar 09, 2026, at 03:15 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Meesho fell nearly 10 percent on Monday after the Income Tax Department of India issued an assessment order raising a tax demand of ₹1,499.73 crore against the company, media reports said.

JK Tyre, CEAT and Apollo Tyres shares fall 3–8% amid Middle East conflict

Mar 09, 2026, at 01:57 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of tyre manufacturers including JK Tyre & Industries, CEAT and Apollo Tyres declined between 3 and 8 percent on Monday amid concerns over rising input costs triggered by the escalating Middle East conflict, media reports said.

PG Electroplast drops 12% as Middle East conflict disrupts gas supply

Mar 09, 2026, at 01:30 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of PG Electroplast tumbled on Monday amid concerns over gas supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States, media reports said.

Bloodbath on Dalal Street! Sensex, Nifty crash amid escalating Middle East conflict

Mar 09, 2026, at 01:06 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market crashed on Monday with massive losses in the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 as the Middle East conflict escalated, media reports said.

Middle East tension: Oil prices surge above USD 110 a barrel

Mar 09, 2026, at 09:57 am

Global oil prices surged above $110 (£82.74) a barrel on Monday, while stock markets slumped amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Sona College student Team Nexus AI designs an intelligent PLC programming assistant

Mar 08, 2026, at 07:21 pm

Salem: Team Nexus AI from Sona College of Technology, Salem, that developed an artificial intelligence–based platform that simplifies industrial PLC programming, won the Gold Cup at the Mitsubishi Electric Cup – 6th Edition (2026) among 300 entries.

Inside ECL’s Mines Safety Week 2025: The grand closing that put workers’ safety in the spotlight

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:56 pm

Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), recently organized the Final Day Celebration of the Annual Mines Safety Week – 2025 on Friday at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama, Asansol, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to building a safer and more responsible mining ecosystem.

Big move by SBI! $500 million social loan announced to power women’s economic rise

Mar 07, 2026, at 05:52 pm

State Bank of India has launched a USD 500 million Syndicated Social Term Loan Facility, focused exclusively on women empowerment, with a greenshoe option.

Layoff wave at Flipkart: Up to 300 employees shown the door

Mar 07, 2026, at 04:07 pm

E-commerce major Flipkart has removed 250-300 employees following its annual performance review, media reports said.

Your cooking gas gets costlier: LPG prices rise across India amid Middle East crisis

Mar 07, 2026, at 10:40 am

Prices of both domestic and commercial LPG cylinders increased across India from Saturday amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East.

Mahindra's BE 6 Batman edition returns, check out the price

Mar 06, 2026, at 06:03 pm

Automobile major Mahindra on Friday announced the return of the BE 6 Batman Edition - the world’s first commercially available Batman-themed SUV, following exceptional interest from fans and customers since its original launch.

Premium Finnish chocolates could soon hit Indian stores via Reliance. All details inside

Mar 06, 2026, at 05:51 pm

Finland's Fazer and Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to evaluate the possibility of establishing a strategic partnership in the Indian chocolate market.

Major push: Tata Power collaborates with Salesforce to accelerate India’s clean energy transition

Mar 06, 2026, at 05:45 pm

Tata Power, an Indian power company, on Friday announced its collaboration with Salesforce to digitally transform its rapidly expanding rooftop solar (RTS), EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses.

Defence stock on fire! Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited jumps 8% as massive Rs 99,000 crore deal nears approval

Mar 06, 2026, at 02:27 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited surged 8 percent on Friday, extending gains from the previous session, media reports said.

Sensex, Nifty tumble as global tensions and Dow selloff rattle Indian markets

Mar 06, 2026, at 01:39 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: The Indian stock market nosedived on Friday following heavy selling on the Dow Jones Industrial Average amid rising geopolitical tensions, media reports said.

Hormuz flashpoint: Iran targets Western shipping — Could India escape a global oil shock?

Mar 05, 2026, at 08:08 pm

Amid escalating tensions in the Gulf, Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed only to vessels belonging to the United States, Israel, Europe and their Western allies.

NALCO stock rallies nearly 8% amid aluminium supply fears from US-Iran conflict

Mar 05, 2026, at 12:59 pm

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) climbed nearly 8 percent on Thursday, extending their rally over the past three trading sessions amid the escalating US–Iran conflict, media reports said.

Unlock the Value of Your Gold: A Simple Guide to Getting a Gold Loan Instantly

Mar 05, 2026, at 12:02 pm

Introduction For generations, Indian families have treated gold as both an emotional asset and a financial safety net. In many Tier 2 to Tier 4 cities and towns, gold jewellery often becomes the first solution during urgent financial needs, whether for business expansion, education, agriculture, or medical expenses. This is where a Gold Loan becomes highly relevant. It allows borrowers to access funds by pledging gold while retaining ownership of their valuable asset.

Gujarat Gas shares plunge nearly 7% after supply cut amid US-Iran war

Mar 05, 2026, at 11:31 am

Mumbai/IBNS: Shares of Gujarat Gas Limited plunged nearly 7 percent after the company announced a temporary cut in gas supply to industrial consumers amid disruptions triggered by the escalating Middle East conflict, media reports said.

Oil tankers halted, insurance pulled — Is Trump’s Hormuz gamble about to cost India dearly?

Mar 04, 2026, at 07:39 pm

Oil tankers sit idle at anchorage. Traders scramble to price risk. Governments brace for inflationary shockwaves. What looks at first glance like a wartime disruption in the Strait of Hormuz may, according to some analysts, represent something more calculated — the opening move in a broader geopolitical strategy.