Markets sink as West Asia conflict escalates; Sensex slides, safe havens surge | Iran-Israel war

Last Updated : Mar 05 2026 | 5:56 PM IST

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Indian markets opened sharply lower as escalating US-Iran tensions rattled global equities and pushed investors toward safe-haven assets like gold and silver. Here’s what triggered the sell-off, how markets reacted, and what investors should watch next.