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Iran crisis: Gold, Silver Prices Jump on Safe-Haven Demand

Iran crisis: Gold, Silver Prices Jump on Safe-Haven Demand

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Precious metal prices surged in futures trading, with silver hitting Rs 2.93 lakh per kg and gold nearing Rs 1.68 lakh per 10 grams, driven by safe-haven demand following US-Israel strikes in Iran and retaliatory attacks.

Patna Police Nab Narcotics Supplier, Seize 7.5 Crore Worth of Drugs

Patna Police Nab Narcotics Supplier, Seize 7.5 Crore Worth of Drugs

Rediff.com2 days ago

Patna Police arrested a major narcotics supplier and seized drugs worth approximately 7.5 crore during a raid in the Khagaul area. The operation uncovered heroin and brown sugar, along with evidence suggesting the suspect amassed significant wealth through illegal drug trade.

The Investor Trap Called Confirmation Bias

The Investor Trap Called Confirmation Bias

Rediff.com4 days ago

'It is not a modern flaw created by markets or media, but a deep-seated human trait with evolutionary roots,' explains Harsh Roongta.

The Investor Trap Called Confirmation Bias

The Investor Trap Called Confirmation Bias

Rediff.com4 days ago

'It is not a modern flaw created by markets or media, but a deep-seated human trait with evolutionary roots,' explains Harsh Roongta.

How did India secure Hormuz passage for ships? Jaishankar reveals

How did India secure Hormuz passage for ships? Jaishankar reveals

Rediff.com1 days ago

Amidst rising Middle East tensions, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlights India's strategic dialogue with Iran to safeguard maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring India's energy security and continued oil trade.

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Gold, Silver Prices Poised for Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

Analysts predict a surge in gold and silver prices as investors seek safe-haven assets due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The impact on domestic prices will depend on the conflict's duration, with geopolitical factors and macroeconomic data also playing a role.

'For region to be secure....': Iran urges American exit from West Asia

'For region to be secure....': Iran urges American exit from West Asia

Rediff.com3 days ago

On Saturday, it was reported that a drone strike had targeted the Fujairah Port in the UAE, triggering a fire.

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

Rediff.com2 days ago

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar once pursued a cricket career and aimed for the 2002 ICC Under-19 World Cup before a selection setback pushed him toward Bollywood, where he found success as a director.

How a single diplomatic headline triggers a 1,000-point swing?

How a single diplomatic headline triggers a 1,000-point swing?

Rediff.com6 days ago

In the present hyper-connected world, there are many domestic and global factors that affect financial markets. Of them, the most powerful and often least predictable are geopolitical events, which often boil down to one diplomatic headline.

'Just for fun': Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island

'Just for fun': Trump warns of more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island

Rediff.com2 days ago

US President Donald Trump indicated the possibility of further military operations against Iran's Kharg Island, a key oil export hub, claiming previous strikes had significantly damaged its infrastructure.

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar Files Discharge Plea in MSCB Scam Case

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar has filed a discharge application in connection with the Maharashtra State Co-operative Bank (MSCB) 'scam' case, claiming the predicate offence has been closed and no money laundering case is made out.

Rupee slumps 69 paise to all-time low of 92.18/USD

Rupee slumps 69 paise to all-time low of 92.18/USD

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Rupee slumped 69 paise to an all-time low of 92.18 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, as a sharp spike in crude oil prices amid geopolitical tensions following the escalation of the US-Iran conflict weighed on investor sentiment.

Investors Should Consider Buying If Markets Correct Further

Investors Should Consider Buying If Markets Correct Further

Rediff.com7 days ago

A fall in the Nifty 50 to around 19,000 is not impossible, but that would likely require nuclear options to be exercised.

HC Quashes Property Attachment Order for Mukhtar Ansari's Cousin, Cites Lack of Nexus

HC Quashes Property Attachment Order for Mukhtar Ansari's Cousin, Cites Lack of Nexus

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Allahabad High Court overturned an order to seize property belonging to Mansoor Ansari, cousin of gangster Mukhtar Ansari, stating the state failed to prove a link between any crime and the property's construction.

Deadly retaliation awaits: Iran on killing of IRIS Dena sailors

Deadly retaliation awaits: Iran on killing of IRIS Dena sailors

Rediff.com20 hours ago

Following the death of Iranian sailors in the Indian Ocean, Iran's navy has threatened 'deadly retaliation,' accusing the US of attacking its warship off the coast of Sri Lanka, escalating tensions in the region.

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rashid Naseem, Wanted for Investment Fraud, Arrested in Dubai

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Rashid Naseem, wanted in India for an alleged investment fraud, has been arrested in Dubai following an Interpol Red Notice and extradition request.

Fexo's AI Engine Aims to Streamline Business Loan Decisions for Banks

Fexo's AI Engine Aims to Streamline Business Loan Decisions for Banks

Rediff.com5 days ago

Fexo, an AI intelligence platform focused on the BFSI sector, has launched its AI decisioning engine for business loans, designed to help financial institutions accelerate AI adoption and improve decision-making processes.

Interpol Warns of Soaring Financial Fraud Fueled by AI

Interpol Warns of Soaring Financial Fraud Fueled by AI

Rediff.com1 days ago

Interpol's latest report reveals a significant surge in global financial fraud, driven by the increasing use of artificial intelligence by scamsters, resulting in losses of over USD 442 billion in 2025.

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

US report calls for 'targeted sanctions' against R&AW, RSS

Rediff.com1 days ago

A US federal government commission has raised concerns about the state of religious freedom in India, recommending its designation as a 'Country of Particular Concern' and suggesting targeted sanctions.

US Sinking IRIS Dena Doesn't Embarrass India

US Sinking IRIS Dena Doesn't Embarrass India

Rediff.com6 days ago

The US torpedo attack on the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in international waters was a lawful act of war between belligerents, not a diplomatic or strategic embarrassment for India, asserts Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd).

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Two CAs Arrested in Cyber Fraud Money Laundering Case

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Two chartered accountants have been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to a cyber fraud involving Rs 641 crore.

'Iran's supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured': US war secretary

'Iran's supreme leader wounded, likely disfigured': US war secretary

Rediff.com4 days ago

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Friday claimed that Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, is "wounded and likely disfigured" in strikes by the US on the country.

'We are friends': Iran envoy assures Hormuz passage for Indian ships

'We are friends': Iran envoy assures Hormuz passage for Indian ships

Rediff.com4 days ago

Fathali further stated that Tehran has instructed its embassy in India to facilitate the Indian government, ensuring smooth operations amid the ongoing regional conflict.

5 Indians killed, 1 missing in West Asia conflict: MEA

5 Indians killed, 1 missing in West Asia conflict: MEA

Rediff.com3 days ago

Aseem Mahajan, Additional Secretary (Gulf) in the Ministry of External Affairs, on Saturday informed that five Indians have been killed and one is missing due to the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He added that Indian missions remain open round the clock and are constantly working to provide assistance.

KKR's Ramandeep eyes breakout season in IPL 2026

KKR's Ramandeep eyes breakout season in IPL 2026

Rediff.com5 days ago

Kolkata Knight Riders' all-rounder Ramandeep Singh is enthusiastic about the arrival of Shane Watson and Andre Russell as coaches, believing their expertise will significantly enhance his game ahead of the IPL 2026 season.

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Trump Is Caught Between Two Bad Options

Rediff.com1 days ago

Fight on toward goals that keep receding, or exit with most objectives unmet. Trump is agitated, his poll numbers falling below the Plimsoll line, his base fractured between those who back the war and those who remember that he campaigned on ending them.

Railway Engineer Nabbed in Rs 10 Lakh Bribery Scandal

Railway Engineer Nabbed in Rs 10 Lakh Bribery Scandal

Rediff.com7 days ago

The CBI has arrested a chief electrical distribution engineer with the Central Railway and two private individuals in connection with an alleged bribery case involving Rs 10 lakh.

French soldier killed, several injured in attack in Iraq

French soldier killed, several injured in attack in Iraq

Rediff.com5 days ago

A French soldier was killed while several others were injured in an attack in the Erbil region of Iraq, French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed. Macron, in a post on X, confirmed that Chief Warrant Officer Arnaud Frion of the 7th Battalion of Chasseurs Alpins lost his life in the attack.

Starmer Calls for Iran Settlement, Sends More Jets to West Asia

Starmer Calls for Iran Settlement, Sends More Jets to West Asia

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for a negotiated settlement with Iran and deployed additional fighter jets to West Asia to strengthen the UK's defensive operations.

Middle East conflict: 2 Indians killed, 10 hurt by drone debris in Muscat

Middle East conflict: 2 Indians killed, 10 hurt by drone debris in Muscat

Rediff.com4 days ago

Two expatriate workers were killed after debris from a downed drone fell in an industrial area in the Sohar province of Oman.

US missile strike targets school, homes in Iran: Report

US missile strike targets school, homes in Iran: Report

Rediff.com7 days ago

A United States missile strike has reportedly hit an educational facility in Khomeyn in central Iran, according to a report by Al Jazeera citing Iran's Mehr news agency. The site was identified as the Dr Hafez Khomeyni School.

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

'This War Is Only About Iran's Fight For Survival'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

'Strikes into the Gulf countries are proof that the security guarantees offered by the US are ineffective and that the Gulf countries cannot rely on American security assurances for their safety.'

FDs To SIPs: How To Avoid Costly Money Mistakes

FDs To SIPs: How To Avoid Costly Money Mistakes

Rediff.com49 minutes ago

Ask rediffGURU Reetika Sharma your insurance, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

Iran uses 'heaviest missiles' in 37th wave against Israel

Iran uses 'heaviest missiles' in 37th wave against Israel

Rediff.com6 days ago

Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile attacks against Israeli and United States-linked targets as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it fired some of its heaviest missiles in the latest phase of its retaliatory campaign, while Israel Defence Forces alleged that many of the projectiles carried cluster bomb warheads.

India Should Have Been Better Prepared For Gulf War

India Should Have Been Better Prepared For Gulf War

Rediff.com18 hours ago

'Our diplomacy should have been focused on preventing war and avoiding the inevitable disruptions it would cause, posing a real risk to India's growth story,' asserts former foreign secretary Shyam Saran.

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

'Today will be yet again our most intense day of strikes inside Iran': US

Rediff.com7 days ago

Despite the escalation in US military action, the War Secretary noted that Iran's missile response has declined in the last 24 hours.

Israel strikes 200 targets, Iran warns of retaliation

Israel strikes 200 targets, Iran warns of retaliation

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Israeli Air Force (IAF) said it struck several targets in Tehran, Shiraz and Ahvaz simultaneously over the past 24 hours, targeting sites linked to Iran's ballistic missile programme, air defence systems and military headquarters.

Trio Held for Robbing Bengaluru Businessman Posing as Cops

Trio Held for Robbing Bengaluru Businessman Posing as Cops

Rediff.com7 days ago

Three men have been arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly robbing a real estate businessman after posing as police officers. The accused gained entry to the victim's home under the guise of checking CCTV footage.

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The military command clarified in a statement published on X that the aircraft were engaged in error during active combat operations on Sunday.

UP Man Murders Brother Over Property and Humiliation

UP Man Murders Brother Over Property and Humiliation

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

A man in Uttar Pradesh's Chandauli district has been arrested for allegedly killing his younger brother due to a property dispute and ongoing financial tensions. The accused confessed to the crime, citing humiliation and a desire to control his brother's assets as motives.