The immediate trigger for the latest fuel pressure is a spike in crude oil prices driven by concerns over supply routes in West Asia, especially the Strait of Hormuz, through which a large share of global oil exports pass.

Two LPG tankers carrying 94,000 tonnes head to India after crossing Hormuz, even as war disrupts shipping through the key oil route.

Among the key promises, Stalin said the monthly financial assistance for women would be increased to Rs 2,000, signalling a major push on direct benefit schemes.

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That puts equities on course for their steepest monthly exodus ever, with total outflows this year exceeding $13 billion and nearing levels seen a year ago.

Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 dropped more than 4.5% in early trade, while South Korea’s Kospi slid over 3%. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index declined around 1.7%, and China’s Shanghai Composite edged lower by about 0.7%.

The move comes due to a significant rise in aluminium prices after smelters in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain were hit by Iran strikes

Developers and consultants say the airport-led infrastructure push is not only boosting sentiment but also driving tangible traction in both residential and commercial segments.

The interest rates for the Public Provident Fund (PPF) and post office savings deposits have been retained at 7.1 per cent and 4 per cent, respectively.

This milestone marks the commencement of gas monetisation from the DUDP Project. ONGC said that production from all wells will be ramped up in a phased manner.

FIIs have pulled out over Rs 3.17 lakh crore from Indian equities in FY26 already. Domestic sentiment may hold up for a bit on SIP flows and retail enthusiasm, but a genuine, broad-based upmove? That requires clarity on Hormuz. Until then, any rally will…

The company cited its partner's "continued failure and default in ​adhering to the payment timelines stipulated under the agreement".