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Gurugram (Haryana) [India], 8 April (ANI): The ongoing West Asia conflict has cast a shadow over India's premium and luxury automobile segment even as the broader car market continues to grow, Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, told ANI on Wednesday. But with a ceasefire now in sight, Brar said the industry could be poised for a swift and strong rebound. Also Read | Nancy Guthrie Missing Case: Tipster Claims Missing Mother of Savannah Guthrie Is in Mexico's Sonora. While I ...Read More >
President Donald Trump announced the U.S. reached a ceasefire with Iran for two weeks, just hours ahead of a deadline Trump imposed. April 8 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures climbed on Wednesday as investors breathed a sigh of relief after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, sending crude prices lower on expectations that energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz could resume. The announcementcame less than two hours before U.S. President Donald Trump's deadline, in a shar ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], April 8 (ANI): Following the announcement of a ceasefire between the US and Iran for two weeks, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday alleged that India's shift away from its "impartial" stance has hindered its ability to act as a mediator in the West Asia conflict. Speaking to ANI, Owaisi described the ceasefire as "delicate", asserting that India holds weight in global politics, citing a long-standing legacy of calling for peace in major conflicts. "India i ...Read More >
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], 8 April (ANI): The ongoing West Asia conflict has cast a shadow over India's premium and luxury automobile segment even as the broader car market continues to grow, Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, told ANI on Wednesday. But with a ceasefire now in sight, Brar said the industry could be poised for a swift and strong rebound. While India's total automobile market has grown by around 17 per cent in the January-March Quarter, the luxury car segmen ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India on Wednesday welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran and called for "de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy" to ensure lasting peace in West Asia. New Delhi also expected unimpeded freedom of navigation and global flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz, the strategically key waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman that handles roughly 20 per cent of global oil and LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas). "We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it ...Read More >
Kolkata, Apr 8 (PTI) The Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM), S Mahendra Dev, on Wednesday said that the Indian Rupee is expected to stabilise around the 92-93 level against the US dollar and expressed optimism that foreign investment flows will improve in the near future as geopolitical tensions ease and macroeconomic fundamentals remain strong. He also said that India must sustain 7-8 per cent growth and reforms to achieve developed nation status by 2047, ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged nearly 4 per cent on Wednesday, following an impressive rally in global markets and a drop in crude oil prices after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire. The RBI decision to keep the policy repo rate unchanged, heavy buying across all sectors and a strengthening rupee against the US dollar also improved investor sentiment, traders said. Rallying for the fifth day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 2,946.32 po ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8: Gold prices jumped Rs 3,007 to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Wednesday due to increased buying on the back of a weak US dollar and relief sentiment after Washington and Tehran agreed to a two-week ceasefire. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for June delivery appreciated by Rs 3,007, or 2 per cent, to Rs 1,53,296 per 10 grams. Weak dollar and ceasefire boost sentiment Gold prices were supported by a weaker US dollar after President Trump announ ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], April 8: A high-level delegation from the Indian Steel Association (ISA), led by Hon'ble Member of Parliament and President of ISA , Sri Naveen Jindal met Hon'ble Chief Minister of Odisha Shri Mohan Charan Majhi on 7th April 2026 to discuss key challenges and opportunities concerning the steel industry in the state. Also Read | Bride-Buying Racket Busted in Bihar: Rohtas Police Detain 24, Rescue Minor Girl in Bikramganj Raid. The meeting witnessed the presence of ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) Aviation stocks ended sharply higher on Wednesday following a steep decline in crude oil prices after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire. Easing of geopolitical stress led to a sharp fall in Brent crude oil prices, which tumbled 14.12 per cent to USD 93.95 per barrel. InterGlobe Aviation, the parent firm of IndiGo, jumped 8.16 per cent to settle at Rs 4,616.60 on the BSE. During the day, it zoomed 10.98 per cent to Rs 4,737.40. The stock of SpiceJet climbed ...Read More >
New Delhi: India on Wednesday welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran to the 39-day war in the middle east hoping that the truce leads to a lasting peace in West Asia. Addressing the daily inter-ministerial briefing here, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "...We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it leads to a lasting peace in West Asia as we have continuously advocated earlier". Jaiswal said that "de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy are essentia ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) Gold prices jumped Rs 3,007 to Rs 1.53 lakh per 10 grams in futures trade on Wednesday due to increased buying on the back of a weak US dollar and relief sentiment after Washington and Tehran agreed to a two-week ceasefire. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the yellow metal for June delivery appreciated by Rs 3,007, or 2 per cent, to Rs 1,53,296 per 10 grams. Gold prices were supported by a weaker US dollar after President Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, a ...Read More >
Iran's Supreme Leader's Representative further noted that the world must come together in urging US to stop the war because of the suffering at various fronts. Iran's Supreme Leader's Representative in India responded to US President Donald Trump's sharp remarks on Monday saying it was a "big mistake" to start the Iran war, which has had wide-ranging repercussions. He also called on the world leaders to come together and urge POTUS to stop the war. His remarks came hours after Trump issued a s ...Read More >
New Delhi: Iran's Supreme Leader's representative in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, on Wednesday claimed that the United States was compelled to announce a ceasefire with Iran after failing to sustain the conflict, and asserting that continued hostilities would have led to further setbacks for Washington. In an exclusive interaction with IANS, Ilahi said that the US decision to halt the war was not voluntary but driven by its inability to continue fighting. "The US was forced to announce a c ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 8: Indian stock markets extended their rally for the fifth straight session, with both the Nifty and the Sensex posting strong gains. The positive momentum came amid easing global tensions and steady domestic policy signals. The Nifty closed 3.78 per cent higher, gaining 873.70 points to end at 23,997.35. Meanwhile, the Sensex surged 3.95 per cent, rising 2,946.32 points to settle at 77,562.90. Commenting on Nifty technical outlook, experts said that from a technical standpoint, t ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended nearly 4 per cent higher on Wednesday, following an impressive rally in global markets and a drop in crude oil prices, after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire. Rallying for the fifth day in a row, the 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 2,946.32 points or 3.95 per cent to settle at 77,562.90. During the day, it surged 3,018.96 points or 4 per cent to 77,635.54. The 50-share NSE Nifty soared 873.70 points or 3.78 per cent t ...Read More >
Mumbai: Following a US-Iran understanding on a two-week ceasefire, which was reportedly extended by Pakistan, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday weighed in on the development, claiming that there is a visible push for peace amid signs of fatigue among global leaders. Addressing a press conference, Raut said, "There is definitely an attempt for peace. Even Trump is tired of this war. A nation like Iran has exhausted Trump. Look at Trump's body language. Netanyahu is also tired, all Mi ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) The rupee appreciated 47 paise to close at 92.59 (provisional) against the US dollar on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump announced the suspension of military strikes against Iran for two weeks, and the Reserve Bank kept the key benchmark rate unchanged with a neutral stance. Forex traders said investor sentiment got a boost after Governor Sanjay Malhotra assured that the steps taken on forex do not constitute a structural change. Moreover, confidence was exuded in ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp rally on Wednesday, with both benchmark indices surging nearly four per cent, driven by positive sentiment following the ceasefire announcement in the West Asia conflict. The Nifty 50 index jumped to 23,997.35, gaining 873.70 points or 3.78 per cent, while the BSE Sensex surged to 77,562.90, rising by 2,946.32 points or 3.95 per cent at the close. Also Read | Assembly Elections 2026: Assam, Kerala Head to Apri ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday issued a fresh advisory urging Indian nationals in Iran to leave the country "expeditiously" amid the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran. "Indian nationals in Iran are advised to expeditiously exit Iran in coordination with the Embassy and by using the routes suggested by the Embassy. This advisory is particularly aimed at 7500 Indians, who are currently in Iran, so they can take advantage of present situation," s ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) Silver prices soared by Rs 15,028 to Rs 2.46 lakh per kilogram in futures trade on Wednesday driven by strong global trends and increased investors' sentiment after US and Iran announced a two week ceasefire. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, the white metal for May delivery soared by Rs 15,028, or 6.5 per cent, to Rs 2,46,376 per kg from Tuesday's closing level of Rs 2,31,348 per kg. Silver prices saw a notable increase on Wednesday reflecting a strong demand amid rising ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): The oil marketing companies (OMCs) are likely to absorb higher crude costs without passing it on to consumers if Brent crude prices remain in the range of USD 85-90 per barrel, Rajani Sinha, Chief Economist, CareEdge Ratings, has said. Also Read | 8th Pay Commission News: Consultation Process Begins, Salary Hike Expected in FY 2026-27. In an exclusive conversation with ANI on Wednesday, she also termed the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision to keep rates u ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 8 (ANI): The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday said it has assumed an average crude oil price of $85 per barrel for FY 2025-26, in line with its CPI inflation projection of 4.6 per cent. RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra shared the estimate during a press conference after the Monetary Policy Committee decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent. He added that the crude oil price assumption for FY 2027-28 is $75 per barrel. Also Read | Purple C ...Read More >
India on Wednesday (April 8, 2026) welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, calling for "de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy" to ensure lasting peace in West Asia. "We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it will lead to lasting peace in West Asia. As we have continuously advocated earlier, de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy are essential to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. "The conflict has already caused im ...Read More >
BENGALURU: US stock index futures climbed on Wednesday as investors breathed a sigh of relief after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, sending crude prices lower on expectations that energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz could resume. The announcement came less than two hours before US President Donald Trump's deadline, in a sharp turnaround from his previous warning of wiping out "a whole civilization" if Tehran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway that ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), on Wednesday, welcomed the ceasefire between the US and Iran, hoping "it would lead to a lasting peace in West Asia." "We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it will lead to a lasting peace in West Asia. As we have continuously advocated earlier, de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy are essential to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict," the MEA said In its first official statement. India has been emphasising on dialogue and ...Read More >
PTC Web Desk: India has welcomed the temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, expressing optimism that the move could ease tensions and open the door to long-term stability in West Asia. In a statement issued on April 8, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it hopes the pause in hostilities will contribute to lasting peace in the region. Reiterating its consistent stance, India stressed that dialogue, diplomacy and de-escalation remain the most effective ways to resolve on ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], April 8 (ANI): Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday welcomed the recent ceasefire between Iran and the United States, saying that Iran chose not to attack civil institutions like schools, colleges, and hospitals and only targeted military bases amid the West Asia crisis, whereas the United States killed civilians by deploying missiles on such civil institutions. She noted that it is a matter of "great courage and determination" f ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Former Diplomat KP Fabian on Wednesday said that the Iran-US ceasefire is the most welcome development for the whole world. Fabian, in a conversation with ANI, said that sanity has been restored for US President Donald Trump, at least temporarily. "Separately, news stories suggest that Iran and Oman have agreed to a $2 million charge for passage, which they will share. What is particularly important is that even after the Iranian Foreign Minister mentioned the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8: India on Wednesday welcomed a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran, calling for "de-escalation, dialogue, and diplomacy" to ensure lasting peace in West Asia. "We welcome the ceasefire reached and hope that it will lead to lasting peace in West Asia. As we have continuously advocated earlier, de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy are essential to bring an early end to the ongoing conflict," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. "The conflict has already caused im ...Read More >
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