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Stock Market Close: Sensex recoups 1,135 pts from day's low, Nifty ends at 23,650; IT stocks shine

Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Monday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap ended 0.15 per cent and 1.26 per cent down, respectively

Stock Market Close: Sensex recoups 1,135 pts from day's low, Nifty ends at 23,650; IT stocks shine
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 3:42 PM IST

Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

Brent ‌crude futures climbed $1.65, or 1.51 per cent, to $110.91 a barrel by 0703 GMT, but were off the $112 they had touched earlier for their highest since May 5

Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 12:54 PM IST

Rupee hits record low of 96.25 against US dollar amid oil price surge

At the interbank foreign exchange market, the rupee opened at 96.19, then fell further to 96.25 against the US dollar, registering a fall of 44 paise from its previous close

Rupee hits record low of 96.25 against US dollar amid oil price surge
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 10:15 AM IST

Dangerous escalation: India condemns attack on UAE's Barakah nuclear plant

Expressing its concerns, the Ministry of External Affairs on Monday said that such actions are 'unacceptable' and represent a 'dangerous escalation'

Dangerous escalation: India condemns attack on UAE's Barakah nuclear plant
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 9:26 AM IST

Iran war cripples Qatar's gas-powered economy as Hormuz crisis deepens

Iranian attacks and the stoppage of seaborne transit have paralyzed Qatar's vital gas exports, stalling the economic pivots intended to anchor the country's growth

Iran war cripples Qatar's gas-powered economy as Hormuz crisis deepens
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 8:25 AM IST

Iran war cripples Qatar's gas-powered economy as Hormuz crisis deepens

Iranian attacks and the stoppage of seaborne transit have paralyzed Qatar's vital gas exports, stalling the economic pivots intended to anchor the country's growth

Iran war cripples Qatar's gas-powered economy as Hormuz crisis deepens
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 8:25 AM IST

China committed to US on not providing material support to Iran: USTR

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has said that President Donald Trump secured a commitment from China not to "provide material support to Iran." In an interview with ABC News on Sunday, Greer explained that the United States did not ask China for direct assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. "When the president went in, he did not go in asking them to take action in the Straits of Hormuz. He was very focused on making sure that they didn't provide material support to Iran. That's a commitment he obtained and confirmed," Greer said on ABC News' "This Week." Greer noted that China has "a clear interest" in reopening the strait but does not want to get involved directly. "The president isn't seeking to have joint military operations with the Chinese. I don't think the American presidents have ever done that," Greer said. "But obviously we want to make sure that they're not getting in the way of anything we're doing to try to clarify that situation," he said. While the U

China committed to US on not providing material support to Iran: USTR
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 6:38 AM IST

China committed to US on not providing material support to Iran: USTR

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has said that President Donald Trump secured a commitment from China not to "provide material support to Iran." In an interview with ABC News on Sunday, Greer explained that the United States did not ask China for direct assistance in reopening the Strait of Hormuz. "When the president went in, he did not go in asking them to take action in the Straits of Hormuz. He was very focused on making sure that they didn't provide material support to Iran. That's a commitment he obtained and confirmed," Greer said on ABC News' "This Week." Greer noted that China has "a clear interest" in reopening the strait but does not want to get involved directly. "The president isn't seeking to have joint military operations with the Chinese. I don't think the American presidents have ever done that," Greer said. "But obviously we want to make sure that they're not getting in the way of anything we're doing to try to clarify that situation," he said. While the U

China committed to US on not providing material support to Iran: USTR
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 6:38 AM IST

'Clock is ticking': Trump warns Iran to move fast amid stalled talks

'For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won't be anything left of them', Trump wrote in a Truth Social post

'Clock is ticking': Trump warns Iran to move fast amid stalled talks
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 6:34 AM IST

'Clock is ticking': Trump warns Iran to move fast amid stalled talks

'For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won't be anything left of them', Trump wrote in a Truth Social post

'Clock is ticking': Trump warns Iran to move fast amid stalled talks
Updated On : 18 May 2026 | 6:34 AM IST

India, other oil buyers to negotiate transit corridors with Iran: Moody's

India and other oil importing nations are likely to negotiate bilaterally to secure energy supplies, potentially through coordinated transit corridors, but a return to pre-war traffic volumes is unlikely in 2026, Moody's Ratings has said. In a global report on geopolitical risks, Moody's said there is little prospect of a swift and durable settlement between the US and Iran and with it the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Moody's said the transit flows will gradually improve, but through bilateral channels rather than a general reopening. This would allow some incremental improvement in energy transit flows from near-zero now, but the process will be slow, opaque and subject to interruption. "We expect oil importers -- particularly China, India, Japan and Korea -- to negotiate passage bilaterally with Iran, potentially through coordinated transit corridors such as those reportedly emerging near Larak Island and through Omani territorial waters... A return to pre-conflict ...

India, other oil buyers to negotiate transit corridors with Iran: Moody's
Updated On : 17 May 2026 | 1:20 PM IST

US-Iran conflict, oil prices likely to drive stock markets this week

The US-Iran conflict, FII flows and crude oil prices will be the major drivers for Dalal Street this week, with inflation adding to investor anxiety, say analysts. Besides, the rupee's movement, which crashed below the 96 mark against the US dollar last week, would also influence trading sentiment. "Participants will closely monitor developments in the ongoing US-Iran conflict and their implications for crude oil prices, inflation, and global risk sentiment. Movements in energy markets and the rupee will continue to influence near-term market direction," Ajit Mishra SVP, Research, Religare Broking Ltd, said. The rupee crashed below the 96/USD mark on Friday amid elevated crude oil prices and inflation concerns. "Markets are expected to remain highly volatile and intensely headline-driven, with investor sentiment continuing to hinge on developments surrounding the ongoing USIran conflict, diplomatic negotiations and movements in global energy markets," Ponmudi R, CEO - Enrich Money

US-Iran conflict, oil prices likely to drive stock markets this week
Updated On : 17 May 2026 | 10:12 AM IST

Iran plans new Hormuz traffic mechanism, fees for vessels to apply

Ebrahim Azizi, head of Iran parliament's national security committee, said details of the route system would be unveiled soon

Iran plans new Hormuz traffic mechanism, fees for vessels to apply
Updated On : 16 May 2026 | 4:33 PM IST

Centre launches short Hajj package, reduces stay from 45 to 20 days

The union government on Saturday announced the launch of a short Hajj package for Indian pilgrims, particularly professionals, this year, aimed at reducing the duration of the pilgrimage while maintaining all essential rituals. The initiative has been introduced on the request of pilgrims working in business and professional sectors who find it difficult to spend 40 to 45 days away from work, office of Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, George Kurian, said in a statement here. Under the new arrangement, pilgrims will be able to complete the Hajj rituals and return within around 20 days, instead of the usual extended stay. According to it, around 10,000 pilgrims will travel under this special scheme. "Based on feedback received from pilgrims, particularly working professionals and businesspersons, seeking an option to return early upon completion of the core Hajj rituals, a Short Hajj Package has been introduced for Hajj 2026 for the first time. "Under this category, 10,

Centre launches short Hajj package, reduces stay from 45 to 20 days
Updated On : 16 May 2026 | 4:00 PM IST

Back from China, Trump faces decision on whether to resume strikes on Iran

Top aides have drafted battle plans as peace negotiations have stalled

Back from China, Trump faces decision on whether to resume strikes on Iran
Updated On : 16 May 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

Back from China, Trump faces decision on whether to resume strikes on Iran

Top aides have drafted battle plans as peace negotiations have stalled

Back from China, Trump faces decision on whether to resume strikes on Iran
Updated On : 16 May 2026 | 11:00 AM IST

CENTCOM rejects reports on Iran's current missile and drone arsenal

The debate over Iran's remaining arsenal has become central to assessing the effectiveness of the US-led strikes

CENTCOM rejects reports on Iran's current missile and drone arsenal
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 7:32 PM IST
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Iran has 'no trust' in US, will negotiate only if it is serious: Araghchi

Speaking in New Delhi during the Brics foreign ministers' meeting, Araghchi said Iran is working to maintain the ceasefire to allow diplomacy an opportunity to move forward

Iran has 'no trust' in US, will negotiate only if it is serious: Araghchi
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 5:30 PM IST

India ready to offer support for West Asia peace: PM Modi during UAE talks

India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday during his talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Modi-Al Nahyan meeting took place shortly after the prime minister landed in the Gulf nation in the first leg of his five-nation tour that also includes four European countries. We condemned the attacks on the UAE, Modi said in his opening remarks in the meeting with the UAE leader. The UAE, which hosts a prominent US military base, has been at the receiving end of Iranian strikes during the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran. Modi further said, "The way UAE has been targeted is not acceptable" but "the way UAE has handled the current situation with restraint is praiseworthy." The prime minister highlighted how the impact of the West Asian conflict is being felt globally, adding: "India is ready to extend all possible support to bring peace in West Asia.: The prime minister was received at t

India ready to offer support for West Asia peace: PM Modi during UAE talks
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 5:02 PM IST

Brics talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over Iran war

Without naming the UAE, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told a news conference that a Brics member blocked some parts of the statement

Brics talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over Iran war
Updated On : 15 May 2026 | 4:56 PM IST