US Defense Secretary’s broker looked to buy defence fund before Iran attack

A broker for US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attempted to make a big investment in major defense companies in the weeks leading up to the US-Israeli attack on Iran, the…

Stock Market Holiday: Markets shut for Mahavir Jayanti after sharp sell-off; Sensex, Nifty log worst monthly slump in 6 years

The remained closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, on account of Mahavir Jayanti, offering investors a pause after a steep market rout in the previous session. Trading across equity, currency,…

Opening a women-centric bank account? Here’s what to actually look for

India’s financial inclusion journey has made remarkable strides in recent years. According to government data, women today account for nearly 39 percent of bank account holders and contribute close to…

Crude oil futures rise despite report of Trump weighing end to Iran war

Crude oil futures traded lower on Tuesday morning as a report in Wall Street Journal said US President Donald Trump is considering ending the war with Iran. At 9.27 am…

Financial year ends today: How tax loss harvesting can lower your tax outgo

With the financial year ending today, investors are making last-minute moves to reduce their tax outgo. While many focus on popular options like ELSS or deductions, there is another strategy…

Asian markets today: Kospi falls 4%, Nikkei 225 down 2.2% on US-Iran war escalation

Asian markets today: Asian markets declined on Tuesday, March 31, as surging crude oil prices and the escalating Middle East conflict kept investor sentiment fragile. South Korea’s Kospi fell more…

April 1 Financial Rule Change LIVE Updates: ITR, PAN, salary, LPG prices set for major revisions

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Gold, silver rates today: Gold prices rise above $4,600, silver surges to $73/oz. Should you trade?

Gold, silver rates today: Gold and were trading in green, rose more than 3%, as the Federal Reserve indicated that long-term US inflation expectations remained in check despite the escalating…

Is stock market closed or open today? Check NSE, BSE holiday for Mahavir Jayanti

After weeks of heavy selling and sharp volatility, stock market investors are set to get a much-needed breather as trading remains shut for multiple sessions this week. The s, rising…

Stock market holidays 2026: Are BSE and NSE closed today for trading on Mahavir Jayanti?

Stock market holidays 2026: The Indian stock market will remain closed for trading on Tuesday, March 31, in observance of Mahavir Jayanti. Both exchanges – BSE and NSE – will…