The Indian rupee weakened against the US dollar on Wednesday. This decline was driven by escalating tensions in the Gulf region and a subsequent rise in oil prices. The rupee touched 95.70 against the dollar. Higher oil prices impacted the currency. Peace talks between Tehran and Washington showed little progress. The government is finalizing measures to attract foreign capital.
GIFT Nifty hits record open interest of $21.56 billion; contracts touch all-time high
GIFT Nifty has hit a record open interest of $21.56 billion, reflecting rising global investor participation in India’s offshore derivatives market. The milestone, achieved on