Indian stock markets to remain closed on account of Holi

Indian stock markets to remain closed on account of Holi

Trading in equities, equity derivatives, securities lending and borrowing and interest rate derivatives will be suspended for the day, exchanges said on Tuesday. Commodity derivatives will be closed in the morning and open for the evening session. Mar 3, 2026
Will not negotiate with US: Top Iranian secretary official

Will not negotiate with US: Top Iranian secretary official

Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has rejected reports that Tehran is seeking talks with the United States, stating, "We will not negotiate with the United States." His remarks came after a Wall Street Journal report claimed Iran was exploring diplomatic engagement through Omani intermediaries. Mar 2, 2026
Iran claims US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait as tensions escalate

Iran claims US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait as tensions escalate

Iran has claimed that a US F-15 fighter jet crashed in Kuwait. There has been no immediate confirmation from US authorities regarding the crash, over 200 casualties have been confirmed, though human rights organisations monitoring the war and working in the area warn the actual toll could be much higher. Mar 2, 2026