Gold prices in Kolkata experienced a nearly 3% drop, falling to ₹88,401 per 10 gm, triggering a surge in demand from wedding shoppers and bullion investors. Jewelers anticipate a significant increase in sales volume this week, driven by the price correction and upcoming wedding season.
Oil shock from Iran war raises risks for India’s stock market
Escalating Middle East tensions are poised to further weaken Indian equities, with strategists warning of underperformance against global peers. Higher oil prices, driven by the