Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Fuel and food supplies to Balochistan face disruption due to Israel-Iran conflict

Local traders say nearly 80% of fuel and food in these border areas comes from Iran, and with trade nearly halted, shortages have begun to appear in local markets. Prices of essential commodities such as flour, cooking oil, milk, LPG gas, petrol and diesel have surged, with food prices in coastal districts rising by 30–40%. Mar 8, 2026
Sensex, Nifty trade higher over sustained foreign inflows

Middle East tensions to shape Indian stock market sentiments this week

Sensex, Nifty 50, and Bank Nifty — ended last week with significant losses, reflecting sustained selling pressure. Analysts say the Nifty may fall further toward 24,000 unless it crosses the resistance level of 25,000. Investors will closely monitor global developments, crude oil prices Mar 8, 2026
Fire erupts in Afghanistan's Torkham after Pakistani forces strike

Fire erupts in Afghanistan's Torkham after Pakistani forces strike

A fire broke out in a market in Torkham, Afghanistan, after alleged shelling by Pakistan forces, destroying over 150 shops. The incident comes amid escalating clashes along the Durand Line border, with Taliban officials claiming dozens of Pakistani soldiers were killed in recent fighting Mar 8, 2026