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Egg prices in Telangana have dropped sharply, falling from around ₹8 to nearly ₹4–₹5 per egg. The decline comes after exports from India to West Asian markets slowed due to sea transport disruptions linked to tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel, forcing producers to sell more stock domestically.
Today, March 12, the Sensex and Nifty 50 opened lower as investor concerns mounted over rising crude oil prices. The Sensex fell 855 points to 76,008.07, while Nifty slipped 271 points to 23,596.60. Meanwhile, the rupee traded at 91.05 against the US dollar, reflecting cautious market sentiment amid global energy price volatility and uncertainty.
In a tense incident at Royal Park, an assassination attempt on former Farooq Abdullah, ex-Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, was successfully thwarted. A man, identified as Kamal Singh, tried to open fire during a wedding ceremony, but the vigilant security team subdued him. Police recovered a firearm, ensuring no injuries occurred.
The DMK alliance has agreed to allot 4 seats to MDMK in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections 2026. DMK will contest in three seats with the symbol of Udaya Surya, while MDMK will contest in one seat with its symbol. This was announced to both leaders after CM Stalin and MDMK General Secretary Vaigo […]
Here are the prices of domestic LPG cylinders today in top cities in India.★Delhi: ₹913, ★Kolkata: ₹939, ★Mumbai: ₹912.50,★Chennai: ₹928.50, ★Bangalore: ₹915.50, ★Bhubaneswar: ₹939, ★Chandigarh: ₹862.50, ★HYD: ₹965, ★Jaipur: ₹916.50, ★Lucknow: ₹950.50, ★Patna: ₹1,002.50, ★Trivandrum: ₹922, ★Nagpur: ₹964.50, ★Tirupati: ₹949, and ★Vizag: ₹921.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is considering recommending a coordinated release of strategic crude oil reserves—potentially over 100 million barrels initially—to counter rising global oil prices and supply concerns triggered by the Iran war’s impact on energy markets. The plan aims to ease volatility and prevent sharp price spikes.
Market crashes often trigger panic among investors, but experts advise against stopping mutual fund SIPs during volatility. Continuing SIPs helps investors buy more units when prices fall, lowering the average cost over time. Staying invested through market cycles and focusing on long-term goals can help investors benefit when markets eventually recover.
The Centre said panic buying and hoarding of LPG cylinders across India are driven largely by misinformation about a supply crisis. Officials assured that additional LPG has been procured and supplies remain adequate. Authorities urged citizens not to panic-book cylinders, warning that rumours and hoarding could disrupt distribution and worsen temporary shortages.
On March 11, 2026, Indian markets fell sharply amid rising oil prices after the US-Iran war escalated. Sensex dropped 1,342 points to 76,863, and Nifty50 fell 394 points to 23,866. Auto, financial services, and private banks underperformed, while pharma, oil & gas, and healthcare sectors gained. Recent attacks on ships near Iran intensified investor concerns.
Escalating tensions around Iran and disruptions to oil routes are testing India’s diplomacy. As a major oil importer, India must balance relations with the U.S., China, and BRICS partners while protecting energy supplies. The crisis highlights India’s neutral foreign policy and the challenge of securing affordable oil without damaging strategic ties.
Gold and silver prices in Hyderabad rose for the second consecutive day. The cost of 10 grams of 24-carat gold climbed ₹930 to ₹1,63,310, while 22-carat gold for jewelry increased ₹850 to ₹1,49,700. Silver prices also edged up by ₹100 per kg, reaching ₹3,00,100. Similar price trends were observed in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, reflecting […]
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 78,312.27, up at 108.05 points or 0.14%, and the Nifty was at 24,285.15, up at 25.20 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 91.01 against the dollar.
The Indian government has relaxed foreign direct investment (FDI) rules for countries sharing land borders with India, including China, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar and Afghanistan. Under amendments to Press Note 3 of 2020, small‑ticket investments and stakes up to 10% may now receive automatic approval, with clearer beneficial ownership rules.
The ongoing Iran conflict has disrupted exports of Indian watermelons to Middle Eastern countries during the Ramzan season. Shipments to markets like the UAE, Qatar and Oman slowed, leaving surplus produce in India. As fruits meant for export flooded domestic markets, wholesale prices dropped sharply, affecting farmers and traders dependent on overseas demand.
Major international carriers like Qantas Airways, Air New Zealand and others have increased airfares as jet fuel prices climb sharply amid the ongoing Iran‑related conflict. Airlines link the higher ticket prices to rising fuel costs driven by global oil market volatility and disrupted supply routes, with some carriers also reconsidering capacity and financial forecasts.