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Stock Market LIVE: Sensex jumps 460 pts, Nifty tops 23,500; auto, metal stocks rise

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates, Tuesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty Smallcap indices were trading 0.74 per cent and 0.54 per cent higher, respectively

Stock Market LIVE: Sensex jumps 460 pts, Nifty tops 23,500; auto, metal stocks rise
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:08 PM IST

EC transfers 19 senior police officers in Bengal ahead of assembly polls

IPS officer Rajesh Kumar Singh was appointed the new ADG of South Bengal, while K Jayaraman was named the ADG of North Bengal

EC transfers 19 senior police officers in Bengal ahead of assembly polls
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

MCX outperforms market; stock rallies 17% in 1 month, nears record high

Share price of MCX rallied 5% to ₹2,675 on the BSE in Tuesday's intra-day trade, and was quoting close to its all-time high of ₹2,706 touched on January 29, 2026.

MCX outperforms market; stock rallies 17% in 1 month, nears record high
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:04 PM IST

Fuel retailers seek advance payments as losses mount on price surge

Indian refiners, hit hard by a declining rupee, are facing revenue losses from retail sales as cracks for gasoline and gasoil surged to multi-year ‌highs

Fuel retailers seek advance payments as losses mount on price surge
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:03 PM IST

200,000 immigrant truck drivers to lose licences in US: What changes now

New US rule limits truck driving licences to select visa holders, tightening eligibility and documentation requirements

200,000 immigrant truck drivers to lose licences in US: What changes now
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 2:01 PM IST

Zydus, Lupin sign deal to co-market Semaglutide injections in India

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist used to treat Type 2 Diabetes and, increasingly, for weight management by helping regulate blood sugar and appetite

Zydus, Lupin sign deal to co-market Semaglutide injections in India
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:58 PM IST

West Asia crisis to intensify soaring European corporate distress

Even before the US and Israel began their attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, financial strain among the continent's businesses was at a four-year high

West Asia crisis to intensify soaring European corporate distress
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:55 PM IST

India growth forecasts cut, inflation risks rise as Iran war drags on

Economists expect slower growth due to reliance on imported oil, with Goldman cutting its 2026 forecast to 6.5%, while IndusInd warns of a 30-basis-point hit and risks from weak consumption

India growth forecasts cut, inflation risks rise as Iran war drags on
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:53 PM IST

HDFC Sec upgrades Metro Brands to 'Buy' on stable KPIs; sees 18% upside

HDFC Securities maintained its DCF-based target price of ₹1,080 per share and upgraded to Buy from Add

HDFC Sec upgrades Metro Brands to 'Buy' on stable KPIs; sees 18% upside
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

West Asia crisis: Sri Lanka declares Wednesdays off amid fuel supply crunch

Sri Lanka has declared Wednesdays as public holidays and introduced fuel rationing to curb shortages, as the West Asian crisis disrupts energy supplies

West Asia crisis: Sri Lanka declares Wednesdays off amid fuel supply crunch
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

PM internship scheme sees 7,292 exits; stipend raised to ₹9,000 a month

The internships are structured over 12 months, with completion timelines varying depending on joining dates

PM internship scheme sees 7,292 exits; stipend raised to ₹9,000 a month
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

Heatwave to boost power demand: Analysts pick top power stocks to invest in

Heatwave alert: Rising temperatures could drive a surge in power demand. Analysts see opportunities in select power stocks like NTPC, Tata Power, JSW Energy, and Adani Power.

Heatwave to boost power demand: Analysts pick top power stocks to invest in
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

Ensure airlines assess risk before flying in conflict-hit areas: ALPA

ALPA said the pilots must remain aware that the risk environment in conflict-affected areas can change rapidly and without adequate warning

Ensure airlines assess risk before flying in conflict-hit areas: ALPA
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:45 PM IST

Samsung discontinues Galaxy Z TriFold, uncertainly looms over successor

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone was introduced last year with a 10-inch dual folding display and limited availability

Samsung discontinues Galaxy Z TriFold, uncertainly looms over successor
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:42 PM IST

LPG consumption falls 17% in first half of March on war-related shortages

With supplies from Saudi Arabia and the UAE disrupted, the government has cut LPG supplies to commercial establishments

LPG consumption falls 17% in first half of March on war-related shortages
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

EPS update: Any change in ₹1,000 pension? Labour minister explains

Fresh clarity emerges on pension demand as the government details its position and options ahead

EPS update: Any change in ₹1,000 pension? Labour minister explains
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:41 PM IST

Renault launches Duster 2026 in India: Check price, features, specs

Renault has reintroduced the Duster in India with three powertrains and five trims, as it targets a comeback in the mid-size SUV segment

Renault launches Duster 2026 in India: Check price, features, specs
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:39 PM IST

Samsung may launch 'Galaxy Glasses' in 2026 to rival Ray-Ban Meta: Details

Samsung's Galaxy Glasses may pack a 245mAh battery, close to Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, hinting at display support and up to several hours of usage in an AI-powered wearable form

Samsung may launch 'Galaxy Glasses' in 2026 to rival Ray-Ban Meta: Details
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:34 PM IST

Parkinson's isn't the same for men and women, study highlights differences

New research highlights how Parkinson's presents differently in men and women, with variations in symptoms and risk factors that could change how the disease is diagnosed and managed

Parkinson's isn't the same for men and women, study highlights differences
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:17 PM IST

Pakistan airstrikes on Kabul leave heavy toll, raising risk of escalation

Pakistan said it carried out 'precision airstrikes' on Taliban sites in Kabul and Nangarhar, targeting military depots and infrastructure, and accused the Taliban of making 'false claims'

Pakistan airstrikes on Kabul leave heavy toll, raising risk of escalation
Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 1:17 PM IST