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Stock Market Today March 30, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,636 points, Nifty50 Fall To 22,331

Stock Market Today March 30, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,636 points, Nifty50 Fall To 22,331

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian equities on Dalal Street saw volatility as global market trends and fresh tariff concerns linked to Donald Trump impacted investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for March 30, 2026.

NSE to introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil futures contract from Apr 13

NSE to introduce Dated Brent Crude Oil futures contract from Apr 13

Rediff.com6 days ago

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) will launch Dated Brent Crude Oil (Platts) futures on April 13, offering a new hedging tool for market participants.

Sensex Crashes 1,400 Points, Nifty Near 22,250: Trump-Iran Tensions Trigger Market Selloff

Sensex Crashes 1,400 Points, Nifty Near 22,250: Trump-Iran Tensions Trigger Market Selloff

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sensex plunges over 1,400 points and Nifty slips near 22,250 amid Trump's Iran threat, rising crude oil prices, and FII selling. Here are the key reasons behind today's market crash.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 decline 2% on rising tensions in West Asia

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 decline 2% on rising tensions in West Asia

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian equities on Dalal Street saw volatility as global market trends and fresh tariff concerns linked to Donald Trump impacted investor sentiment. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for April 2, 2026.

Dhurandhar - The Revenge: Storms Past Rs 900 Crores

Dhurandhar - The Revenge: Storms Past Rs 900 Crores

Rediff.com2 days ago

Dhurandhar - The Revenge is the biggest Hindi film ever, crossing the monumental Rs 900 crore mark in a record-breaking run.

Eight Maharashtra Teachers Suspended Over False Hearing Impairment Claims

Eight Maharashtra Teachers Suspended Over False Hearing Impairment Claims

Rediff.com4 days ago

Eight teachers in Maharashtra's Beed district have been suspended for allegedly using false hearing impairment claims to obtain government benefits. An inquiry revealed discrepancies in their disability certificates, leading to departmental action.

Will FY27 Be The Year Of Equities?

Will FY27 Be The Year Of Equities?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Fixed deposits from nationalised banks delivered higher returns than equities, outperforming both inflation and stock market benchmarks.

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Airfares May Rise as Jet Fuel Price Surge

Rediff.com4 days ago

Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) prices have more than doubled to a record high, impacting airlines and consumers, while commercial LPG rates also see a significant increase.

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge as US-Iran Tensions Ease

Stock Market Today: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge as US-Iran Tensions Ease

Rediff.com4 days ago

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

India's Pistol and Rifle Shooters Set Sights on ISSF World Cup Dominance

India's Pistol and Rifle Shooters Set Sights on ISSF World Cup Dominance

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Indian pistol and rifle shooters are determined to continue their winning streak at the ISSF World Cup in Granada, Spain, despite missing key players.

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Stock Market Crash: 4 Lakh Crore Wiped Out as Sensex Falls 800 Points, Nifty Near 23,000

Stock Market Crash: 4 Lakh Crore Wiped Out as Sensex Falls 800 Points, Nifty Near 23,000

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian stock markets tumbled sharply with the Sensex falling 800 points and nearly 4 lakh crore wiped out in a single session. Here are the 6 key factors, including rupee weakness and global cues, behind the crash.

Stock Markets Today March 27, 2026: Sensex tanks 927 points, Nifty50 Falls To 23,025

Stock Markets Today March 27, 2026: Sensex tanks 927 points, Nifty50 Falls To 23,025

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty tumbled in early trade on Friday after a two-day rally, tracking a weak trend in global peers, as the US-Iran conflict continues to be a key overhang for the markets. Track Sensex, Nifty50 movement and key market drivers for March 27, 2026.

Sensex tanked 2,497 points, its biggest single-day plunge since June 2024

Sensex tanked 2,497 points, its biggest single-day plunge since June 2024

Rediff.com19 Mar 2026

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant drop in early trade, reversing a three-day rally. The decline was triggered by a sharp increase in crude oil prices, weak global market trends, and continuous outflows of foreign funds.

Rupee Hits All-Time Low: What's Driving the Decline?

Rupee Hits All-Time Low: What's Driving the Decline?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

The Indian rupee depreciated significantly against the US dollar, reaching a new all-time low due to rising oil prices, a strong dollar, and ongoing geopolitical concerns. Domestic equity market declines and foreign investment outflows further contributed to the rupee's weakness.

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026 ' Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Stock Markets Today March 25, 2026 ' Sensex, Nifty50 Rally on US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Sensex, Nifty Recover to Close Higher Amidst Rupee Rebound

Rediff.com3 days ago

Indian stock markets recovered from early losses to close higher, driven by value buying in IT and banking shares and a rebound in the rupee.

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Middle East Conflict Fuels Oil Price Surge

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as Middle East Conflict Fuels Oil Price Surge

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a sharp decline in early trading due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, driving crude oil prices higher. Global market bearishness and foreign fund outflows further contributed to investor unease.

Stock Market Crash: Sensex plunges 1,690 pts, Nifty drops below 22,850

Stock Market Crash: Sensex plunges 1,690 pts, Nifty drops below 22,850

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

Indian stock markets tumbled sharply with the Sensex falling 800 points and nearly 4 lakh crore wiped out in a single session. Here are the 6 key factors, including rupee weakness and global cues, behind the crash.

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Stock Market Today March 24, 2026: Sensex, Nifty50 Surge on US-Iran Relief

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

Indian markets on Dalal Street rallied sharply as easing tensions in the US-Iran conflict and stable oil prices boosted sentiment. Track Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex performance and key global triggers.

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Rediff.com51 minutes ago

Mcap of top 6 most valued firms drops nearly Rs 65k cr; Airtel biggest laggard

Telangana Set to Surpass National Urbanisation Average by 2026

Telangana Set to Surpass National Urbanisation Average by 2026

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

Telangana is experiencing rapid urbanisation, projected to exceed the national average by 2026. The state government's Socio Economic Outlook highlights the role of cities as economic engines and the use of AI and other technologies to modernise urban administration.

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Indian benchmark stock indices Sensex and Nifty rallied for the second consecutive day, closing nearly 1 per cent higher, driven by gains in metal and auto sectors and positive global market trends.

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

UP Prometheans Replace Chennai Lions in Ultimate Table Tennis League

Rediff.com5 days ago

UP Prometheans will replace Chennai Lions in the Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) league. Season 7 will be held in Goa in July and will feature seven teams competing in a single round-robin format.

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Indian stock market indices Sensex and Nifty closed nearly 1 per cent higher, marking their third consecutive day of gains, supported by a slight decrease in crude oil prices and positive global market trends.

Chhattisgarh to Reward Khelo India Tribal Games Medalists, Promises Olympics Bonus

Chhattisgarh to Reward Khelo India Tribal Games Medalists, Promises Olympics Bonus

Rediff.com1 days ago

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced cash prizes for the state's medal winners at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games and promised future rewards for Olympic athletes.

Cybersecurity Expert: Critical Infrastructure Attacks Threaten Lives

Cybersecurity Expert: Critical Infrastructure Attacks Threaten Lives

Rediff.com28 Mar 2026

A cybersecurity expert warns that cyberattacks are increasingly targeting critical infrastructure, posing direct risks to human lives beyond mere data theft. The convergence of IT and OT expands the attack surface, making sectors like aviation, transport, and public utilities highly vulnerable.

Bulls prowl D-Street: Benchmarks see best day in over 8 months

Bulls prowl D-Street: Benchmarks see best day in over 8 months

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Domestic equities surged on Tuesday, posting their best single-day gains in more than eight months after a long-awaited trade deal between India and the US. The deal, which lowered tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent from 50 per cent, significantly improved investor sentiment and lifted a key overhang for the market.

Staggered Jet Fuel Price Hike to Shield Passengers from Steep Fare Rises

Staggered Jet Fuel Price Hike to Shield Passengers from Steep Fare Rises

Rediff.com4 days ago

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced that public sector oil marketing companies will implement a partial and staggered increase in jet fuel prices for domestic airlines, aiming to protect passengers from steep fare hikes.

Stock markets recover on buying in IT, PSU bank stocks

Stock markets recover on buying in IT, PSU bank stocks

Rediff.com20 Mar 2026

Indian equity markets experienced a volatile session, with the Sensex and Nifty recovering some ground after a significant plunge the previous day. Gains were driven by PSU bank, IT, and metal stocks, but concerns over rising fuel prices and geopolitical tensions limited the recovery.

West Asia War: Rs 48.29 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out Since Conflict Began

West Asia War: Rs 48.29 Lakh Crore Investor Wealth Wiped Out Since Conflict Began

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Indian investors have seen their wealth erode by a staggering Rs 48.29 lakh crore since the West Asia war began on February 28, leading to a significant downturn in the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty, driven by geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices.

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as West Asia Conflict and Oil Prices Weigh on Investor Sentiment

Sensex, Nifty Tumble as West Asia Conflict and Oil Prices Weigh on Investor Sentiment

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Indian equity markets experienced a significant downturn as geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising oil prices, and foreign fund outflows dampened investor confidence. The Sensex and Nifty both fell sharply in early trade, reflecting broader global market weakness.

Rupee Bounces Back After RBI Intervention Amidst Market Volatility

Rupee Bounces Back After RBI Intervention Amidst Market Volatility

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Indian rupee rebounded against the US dollar following intervention by the Reserve Bank of India, amidst ongoing concerns about foreign capital outflows, rising crude oil prices, and geopolitical instability.

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Jio IPO Set To Break All Records

Rediff.com1 days ago

Only 2.5 per cent of the equity in Jio Platforms will be offloaded through the OFS route -- meant for secondary share sale.

Trump warns Iran of 'extremely hard' strikes as US nears endgame

Trump warns Iran of 'extremely hard' strikes as US nears endgame

Rediff.com3 days ago

In his first major national address since hostilities began, Trump said the ongoing military campaign, dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury', has delivered 'swift, decisive, overwhelming victories'.

Sensex jumps 938 pts, Nifty settles above 23,400 on bargain buying

Sensex jumps 938 pts, Nifty settles above 23,400 on bargain buying

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Indian stock market benchmarks Sensex and Nifty rebounded by over 1% on Monday, driven by value-buying in banking stocks after a three-day slump. Key gainers included UltraTech Cement, HDFC Bank, and Mahindra & Mahindra.

RCB Face Early Setback as Sri Lanka Withholds NOC, Thushara Doubtful for IPL 2026 Start

RCB Face Early Setback as Sri Lanka Withholds NOC, Thushara Doubtful for IPL 2026 Start

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

RCB suffer early IPL 2026 setback as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket fitness test, delaying his availability for the tournament opener.

Trump set to detail 'Op Epic Fury' success, Iran withdrawal timeline

Trump set to detail 'Op Epic Fury' success, Iran withdrawal timeline

Rediff.com3 days ago

US President Donald Trump is set to provide an "operational update" on the progress of 'Operation Epic Fury' during a national address scheduled for 9 PM Wednesday (US local time).

Geopolitical Risks and Global Factors to Steer Indian Stock Markets This Week

Geopolitical Risks and Global Factors to Steer Indian Stock Markets This Week

Rediff.com6 days ago

Analysts predict that the ongoing conflict in West Asia, crude oil prices, and global trends will significantly influence the Indian stock market in the upcoming holiday-shortened week. Foreign investor activity and rupee movement will also be crucial.

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Gold price volatility: Lenders demand more collateral or partial repayment if LTVs breached

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lenders are actively monitoring gold price volatility, prompting them to ask borrowers for additional gold collateral or partial principal repayment when loan-to-value (LTV) thresholds are breached, particularly for loans disbursed in February.