Indian equity benchmarks opened higher on Thursday, with the Sensex rising 183.91 points and the Nifty gaining 48.60 points. IT, FMCG, auto and private bank stocks led early gains, while metal and PSU bank shares declined amid weak global cues.
Mumbai, March 26: Global oil prices jumped to cross $100 per barrel on Thursday after Iran said it was not engaged in direct negotiations with the US to end the war. Brent crude futures rose 1.21 per cent to $103.46 per barrel while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude jumped 1.35 per cent to $91.54.
Indian equity benchmarks, the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50, extended their gains as investor sentiment improved on the back of softer global crude oil prices and supportive international market trends. Both indices traded higher during the session, reflecting optimism among investors and continued buying interest across key sectors. Softer crude oil boosts sentiment A major.
Amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, leading industry bodies and business leaders have expressed deep concern over the economic fallout of a prolonged conflict, warning that any further escalation could severely impact global economies and the common man. Industry voices concern over escalation Top industry leaders have urged global powers to exercise restraint,.
New Delhi, March 3, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted how Indian companies investing in clean and green energy stand to benefit from shifting global supply chains gaining access to broader and more lucrative international markets. Addressing stakeholders and business leaders, the Prime Minister underscored that India’s growing clean energy ecosystem including renewable.
