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April 10, 2026 3:17 PM

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Major US markets rise amid West Asia conflict negotiations

Major US indices extended gains yesterday as ongoing negotiations toward a resolution to the West Asia conflict helped ease investors' worries. The Nasdaq Composite index climbed over 0.8%, the S&P 500 added 0.6%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped nearly 0.6%.   On the economic front, ...

April 8, 2026 10:19 PM

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17th edition of ELECRAMA 2027 launched in New Delhi

Chairperson of Central Electricity Authority, Ghanshyam Prasad, today formally launched the 17th edition of ELECRAMA 2027- the world's largest electrical show – in New Delhi. The event is being organised by the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers' Association. In his address, Mr Prasad s...

April 8, 2026 6:17 PM

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Global crude oil prices register steep decline 

Global crude oil prices registered a steep decline today following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which includes a commitment to restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude was trading almost 15.1 per cent down at 92 US dollars and 79 cents per barrel, while West Te...

April 8, 2026 5:23 PM

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Sensex, Nifty surged nearly 4% following announcement of ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran

Benchmark domestic equity indices surged nearly four per cent today, as oil prices declined following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran. The Sensex skyrocketed 2,946 points to close at 77,563, while Nifty jumped 874 points to settle at 23,997.   In the ...

April 8, 2026 9:57 AM

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Asian Markets Surge as US-Iran Ceasefire Eases Middle East Tensions

Asian stock markets jumped today following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Oil prices fell sharply following the de-escalation of military tensions in the Middle East and the promised reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Japan's Nikkei 225 led the rally wit...