west asia
- Stock Market
West Asia crisis, oil prices to drive stock market this week
New Delhi: Stock market this week will track simmering tensions in West Asia, its impact on crude oil prices, and the trading activity of foreign investors, analysts said. The trading week may…
- India
Govt would pay ‘political price’: Sharad Pawar on LPG price hike
Kolhapur: NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday, June 7, criticised the Centre over rising prices, claiming the government would pay a “political price” as frequent hikes in essential commodities were burdening…
- Middle East
Pakistan Interior Minister to undertake third visit to Iran
Islamabad: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi will travel to Tehran on Saturday, June 6, to push for peace amidst rising tensions between the US and Iran, according to an official statement. …
- Business
Gold ends lower amid shifting signals from West Asia
New Delhi: Gold prices slipped to Rs 1.59 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday, June 5, capping a roller-coaster week, as frequently shifting signals from West Asia kept…
- India
High fuel costs weigh on Indian aviation sector recovery: Report
New Delhi: Geopolitical tensions and disruptions arising from the ongoing West Asia crisis continue to weigh on the recovery of India’s aviation sector, impacting traffic, capacity deployment and overall industry profitability, a…
- India
Geopolitical tensions biggest threat to India’s growth: RBI Annual Report
Mumbai: Robust macroeconomic fundamentals will support the growth trajectory of the Indian economy in the current fiscal year despite headwinds from elevated energy prices, supply chain disruptions and global markets, the Reserve…
- Business
Stock markets trade lower amid volatile trends
Mumbai: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower after rising in early trade on Wednesday, May 27, amid volatile trends in the equity market as investors remained cautious due to geopolitical uncertainties…
- Business
Stock markets turn flat after falling in early trade
Mumbai: Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty were trading flat after falling in early trade on Tuesday, May 26, amid mixed trend in Asian equities and a rise in crude oil prices.…
- India
Parliamentary panel to discuss impact of West Asia crisis on India’s maritime trade
New Delhi: A Parliamentary panel will meet on Monday, May 25, to look into the impact of the West Asia crisis on India’s maritime trade and seafarer safety. The department-related Parliamentary Standing…
- India
Petrol, diesel price hiked by 87-91 paise per litre, 3rd increase in 10 days
New Delhi: Petrol and diesel prices were increased by up to 91 paise per litre on Saturday, the third increase in less than 10 days. Petrol price has been increased by 87…
- India
PM Modi returns home after 5-nation tour
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, May 21, landed in the national capital, returning from a five-nation tour during which he signed pacts on energy, defence, and critical minerals. The…
- Business
Rupee sinks to record closing low of 96.52 against US dollar
Mumbai: The rupee slipped to a record low of 96.60 against the US dollar before settling at 96.52 (provisional) on Tuesday, May 19, weighed down by soaring crude oil prices, persistent foreign…
- India
SC asks SpiceJet to move Delhi HC for extension of time to deposit Rs 144 crore
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday, May 19, asked SpiceJet to approach the Delhi High Court with its plea seeking extension of time to deposit Rs 144 crore in connection with…
- Stock Market
Stock markets slump in early trade on surging oil prices
Mumbai: Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Monday, May 18, amid surging oil prices, weak global market trends after fresh escalation in tensions in West Asia. A drone…
- World
At UN, India flags concerns over targeting of vessels in Strait of Hormuz
United Nations: Targeting commercial shipping, endangering civilian crew and impeding freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is “unacceptable”, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Parvathaneni Harish has said. Harish’s remarks…
