Fertiliser stocks surged after the government issued the Natural Gas Regulation Order, 2026, prioritising gas supply to key sectors amid West Asia disruptions. Fertiliser plants will receive 70% of the average gas consumption. Investors cheered the move as it ensures continued feedstock availability critical for ammonia and urea production despite supply uncertainties.
Sensex slumps 583 pts, Nifty below 24,000; 7 key triggers
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty both falling over 0.7%. This decline was driven by soaring oil prices,